Today has been bad so far- for some reason I have the hungry horrors- its only a 100 calories and here and there but I know that they pile up - and just because its only a 100 calorie snack pack doesn't mean you can eat more than ONE!
I read an article in woman's health about how many calories you should be consuming based on your level of activity- I remember it being some convoluted math equation (multiply your weight by some number then divide the result by .525...) I am sure there is a calculator on the web somewhere that would do this for me- if anyone has any info on it - I would greatly appreciate for it to be sent my way...
I work out at the gym a lot- cardio 5 or 6 times a week and then I do weight training 3 or 4 days. And to go off on a tangent here- I really think I better start doing crunches after seeing Britney Spear's stomach- her results have amaze me- but I guess it should be expected when you have loads of money and all day to do whatever you want- I can't believe that I am ranting about Britney Spears- yikes!
well, hopefully now that I have acknowledged my hollow leg for the day this eating binge will stop (at least I am aware of it),
3. I'm single, and could probably write a book about some of the dates I've been on (including fainting on a second date- that was the worst!)
4. I learned calligraphy to help with my sister's wedding invitations. (aka: Martha Stewart?)
5. I tried out for Jeopardy when I was in college- its harder than it looks!
6. I love what I do for work- helping others is SO important to me.
7. I sing in the car, especially when I am stuck in traffic
8. I have an obsession with shoes and pocketbooks (I decided this was because weight isn't an issue when I am picking these items out- but now I am finding that my shoes are actually a little to big so I might have to re-think this philosphy!)
9. I am a HUGE Red Sox and Pats fan!
10. I have been on one motorcycle in my life- and I have the muffler burn scar on the side of my leg to prove it- try explaining that one to the parents =)
11. I have had the same best friend for almost 19 years
12. This year I was able to successfully get out of a speeding ticket and a big parking ticket.
13. I was a Disney Intern
14. I have a skirt hanging on the back of my closet that I will fit into before the summer is over (it is 2 years old and still has the tags on it!)
15. I love the dentist
16. That's the reason why I didn't have a cavity until I was 22 , I took the filling without novocaine!
17. I loved every second of college
18. I was the one that tripped at college commencement in front of 5,000 people
19. I only drink Coke Products
20. I think I could live on Pizza - seriously I love it that much!
Well, its Monday again- that means I need to get back on track with my diet and exercise.
So here's how it went:
Friday: Red Sox beat the Yankees (best game I've ever gone to!) I had already decided pre -game that I was going to have a hot dog. I drank water while I was there- No Beer! It was tough but I managed. So not only did I eat 1 hot dog, I also ate a 2nd hot dog! they were delicious =) Nothing like a fenway frank...but wait there is more I also ate a cheese burger- I know SO MUCH FOOD! I was shocked that I didn't get sick to my stomach since I am so not used to eating regular food. Although, I didn't get to the gym friday- I did walk to the ballpark and then I walked back to my car (Total 3 miles- not too shabby!)
Saturday: Red Sox beat the Yankees, again! I knew when I woke up saturday that I would have to drink A LOT of water to flush my system out- so I did just that. Followed the Jenny Craig menu up until my date saturday night. At dinner, I drank a small beer and had chicken pot pie (not healthy- but delicious!)
Sunday Sox complete a sweep the Yanks! I walk two miles in the AM. I had a christening to go to. I ate some fruit, a salad, and a small piece of lasgna. Dinner was a steak tip sandwich...
This morning Jenny all day! Lots of water. I stepped on the scale and I am down! I was cautious of what I put in my mouth so it didn't affect me too much and I managed to throw in some exercise even when I didn't have too much time for it!
Off to the gym- these next 10 pounnds need to come off!
to keep all those snug clothes in my closet. I have managed to get a whole new wadrobe for myself because I have shrunk into my old summer clothes. Last year, it was really limited as to what I could wear because I'd put the weight I'd lost in '05 back on.
I started digging through the bag last night and I hosted my own fashion show. I would have stopped if the first thing I tried on was a little tight- but it was loose...and so was the next skirt...and the pants that slid on after that- it is so GRATIFYING!
I am the girl in the dressing room in the stores that does a dance when she goes down a size- so you can only imagine the dance routine I performed last night !!
I am looking as this whole experience as "the glass is 1/2 full". I won't beat myself up because I decided to eat a cookie (or t a munckin that is sitting on the table outside my office right now). This is all a learning experience.
I already know that when I go to the sox game (beat those Yankees!) tonight that I am going to eat a hot dog (I only eat them at Fenway). I'll be OK with my choice and if I decide that I want a second, that's OK too- I know that I will be at the gym tomorrow and that I will be drinking extra water to flush that sodium out of my body- it's a treat and not something that I do everyday- and in the end I know that it's not distracting me from me long term goal.
I put on a skirt this morning that I could barely squeeze in to last year- mini success! Actually, it was so tight last year that I never even took the tags off of it. I guess somewhere in the back of my mind I was telling myself- don't worry you'll shrink in to it- and I DID just that. Its actually very roomy this year- and I know there are a bunch more skirts/ pants in my spring and summer wardrobe that will be just like that- wahoo!! Its like getting a whole new wardrobe (without spending money!)
These little things are such BIG motivators for me. I also realized on my trip last week that the seats are getting more roomy- oh wait- that's just ME getting smaller.
Last night, I put in a major workout at the gym. I stuck to just cardio because I wanted to be close to the TVs to keep an eye on the Red Sox game (they won!) and American Idol (so long, Sanjaya). Boy, does time fly on the bike and elliptical when you have those distractions to keep you entertained. I burned over 400 calories!
...and I actually lost weight. Now I am convinced that it can be done. It must have been all the walking around town to see the monuments, memorials, and that one cherry blossom tree that I was desperately seeking. We went to the Nat'l Zoo too so that was more walking.
I got home fairly late on Sunday night- make that Monday morning, not because of the Nor'easter, but because the pilot's chair needed some repairs.
Made it back to the gym yesterday for an hour long work out. I was hoping to sweat out this cold that I caught (must be my DC souvenir). Unfortuantely, I still have the cold this morning, but can't use it as an excuse- so the gym bag is packed and I'll head back tonight.
Have to keep reminding myself of my next 10 lb loss goal is for May 13th.
Headed to Washington DC for the weekend. Taking my Jenny breakfasts and snacks with me...
My goal: To come back on Sunday the same as I weighed this morning.
I know that I will have access to a gym so my workout gear is packed. I know that I will be walking a lot so my pedometer will help me keep track of my miles
This is how I plan on doing it. They say if you write things down you are more likely to follow through (like a New Year's Resolution).
My goal: 145 lbs for my 29th birthday. That means I have about 40 some odd pounds to lose in the next 6 months...seems feasible and I am setting mini- 10 pound goals for myself. It makes it seem more realistic and attainable.
How am I doing it: Jenny Craig and a gym membership. I have been on and off the Jenny Diet for about a year and 1/2. Its not a diet but teaching me about what a REAL portion looks like. I actually work at my center part time so that is another way I stay accountable. The gym membership is new- but guess what I actually enjoy going. NEVER thought I would hear myself admit that. Its fun, I have more energy, and who isn't motivated when the hard work pays off (I've lost 7 inches in 8 days- not sure where they went BUT I never want to see them again!!)
I'll post often - because that is one way that I plan to stay accountable!
. I actually work at my center part time so that is another way I stay accountable. The gym membership is new- but guess what I actually enjoy going. NEVER thought I would hear myself admit that. Its fun, I have more energy, and who isn't motivated when the hard work pays off (I've lost 7 inches in 8 days- not sure where they went BUT I never want to see them again!!)