08/22/2011 18:04
Life has a way coming full circle
I just realized that I had blogs from 2008. I did not realize it had been that long. I remember getting serious in April of 2010 and that is when I lost most of my weight but I dont remember trying to lose weight in 2008. I also realized I am not that same person from then. I read those blogs and it felt as if that person hoped to lose weight but didn't have the confidence. Today I feel as if I am in power and know what to do to lose weight. I also realized that I have fitness goals not just weight loss goals. Which is crazy b/c it is something that I needed to realize today. I have been stuck at the same number for 5 days now and was getting discouraged. But I don't ahve to spend all my time worrying about a number b/c I also have to keep in mind my fitness goals and keep working for them.
My fitness goals are to run a 10k in February and a Half- Marathon in Nov 2012.
I hope everyone has a great day!!
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08/19/2011 21:11
Almost a year!
It's been almost a year since I have logged on. Wow!! I completely forgot about this site. Bad me! I know that I really enjoyed blogging on this site. I use another site to track my calories so I just forgot. What's been going on is......I kept losing weight right on up until about March or April when I had to quit running due to a possible injury. I was down to 205 lbs until I fell off the bandwagon completely and gained back up to 227. I'm back on track and it's been about 3 weeks and i'm already down to 216. I'm very happy I am back exercising and eating right. I'm also looking forward to running my 5k's again this fall and trying a 10K and half marathon (next spring).
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08/24/2010 18:58
So Happy!!
So I didnt reach 249 by yesterday but I weighed this morning and I was 248.4. I am sooooooo happy. This so makes up for yesterday's disappointment. I cant believe it's been so easy. I eat 1200-1300 calories a day and exercise at least 5 days a week! That's it, that simple. I can't wait to see what the rest of the week has in store!
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08/23/2010 20:46
Not where I want to be
So I did not make it to 249 for today. Although I completely understand why. I ate foods that I should not have and didn't get enough exercise. It's amazing watching how your body reacts to everything. I did make it to 250.6 and that was completely amazing. My best friend said the weight should just "melt" off of me as long as I follow my calories and exercise routine. I am so excited to see how much I can lose before my cousins wedding in October. Plus I went through some clothes that were in the shed this weekend and I can't wait to wear some of them again! I have been watching my calories for today.....Maybe tomorrow I'll see 249!
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08/19/2010 22:05
Feeling good again
I am so excited. I completed day two of the C25K program on yesterday and I will go to Jazzercise tonight! I am really feeling better. I can tell that I have way more energy. I have even keep within my calorie intake for the last 4 days. I am so excited. The scale has to go down. All I want to see is 249 and I will be happy. That's my first mini goal. At 249 I will know what I am doing is working and that my changes are for the better.
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08/17/2010 21:24
C25K
I decided to start the couch to 5k training program. With the program I chose you do a run/walk combination 3 times a week. I am so thankful it's only 3 days a week b/c after my first workout last night I am second guessing this whole training thing, LOL I am so sore! But tonight I shall go to Jazzercise and my torment will resume on tomorrow for Day 2! I did really well with my calories yesterday and stayed within my target range. I did get on the scale today and I am down a couple pounds. I am really excited. This really motivates me to reach my goals! I keep thinking.....I CAN DO THIS! I want to be under 250 by the end of the month. If I can commit to losing 8 to 10 lbs a month I will be very happy!! I cant wait.
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08/16/2010 18:02
Excited!
I have done fairly well with only a few bad meal choices. I ran into my doctor/bff at the grocery store on Friday and she motivated me to purchase healthier food choices. Today I started writing down everything I eat and will start a 5k training program. I cant wait. I am really excited b/c I look forward to being able to run. It's a 9 week program which will have me ready for a Thanksgiving 5k. I can't wait. The only thing that I am afraid of is the heat. They are forcasting a week of high temps again! But I will be exercising in the late evening so hopefully it won't be that bad.
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08/12/2010 17:55
Small Changes
These past couple days have been pretty good. I am making an effort to eat less and be mindful of what I am eating. I have started going back to Jazzercise. I need to add a walk/run workout in the mix but haven't gotten around to it. I got on the scale this morning hoping to see some kind of change but I knew it was too early. Maybe by next week I will see the results I am hoping for. My goal for this month is to be below 250 by the last day of the month. I know this is an obtainable goal. I would really like to lose about 30lbs before Christmas. I would love to send out a holiday card of the family but I always look so horrible. I always feel like an embarassment. But anyways.....good choices will make today a good day.
"Everyday you spend drifting away from your goals is a waste not only of that day, but also of the additional day it takes to regain lost ground."
- Ralph Marston
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08/10/2010 17:27
Same old
I know it's been forever since I have even looked at my profile. It's amazing how easily I get off track or how easy it is to give up. But I am starting to find new reasons to continue my journey. My daughter is my reason. I don't want her to grow up and follow in my footsteps. I know how hard it was for me and I just don't want that for her. I started reading The Untlimate Weight Solution for Teens and it opened my eyes to what I am doing to my daughter without realizing it. How my behaviors now are going to affect her in the future. And yes I know I am long past my teen years but I thought it would be an interesting read.
So it's back to eating right and exercising. I made sure to pack my lunch today and incude healthy snacks. Also I prepared my breakfast to go. I have already planned to start going to Jazzercise again starting today. Since I am going to Jazzercise I won't be getting home until later so that will make it easier to eat less for dinner. If I can see something in the next two weeks I will be excited.
Now for my goal: My first goal is to go down by one size by my anniversary which is in October. Well over a month away so that would give myself plenty of time to accomplish this.
My second goal is to run a 1/2 Marathon.
Now to accomplish this I know that I will need to pack my lunch and snacks on a regular basis to keep temption at bay. That will keep my claories down. Also I know that I will need to make sure that I start a walk/run program in order to train for the 1/2 marathon. I shall make a point to attend at least 2 Jazzercise classes a week and walk/run for at least 2 times a week. More would definately be more beneficial but I will allow for life to happen as it always seems to get in the way. LOL
Good luck all!!
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10/20/2009 20:38
Argh!!!
Had fast food for lunch......failure to plan!! Maybe I can make up for it at dinner!!
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