When I'm absent from blogging, I'm generally absent from healthy eating and staying OP. The two are very closely correlated. Thanks to Angela for bringing me back to reality by checking in on me!
The Fourth of July was a great holiday weekend. I particpated in the annual boat parade. For those of you who have never been to a boat parade (which I'd imagine is most of you), we decorate boats with lights, etc. and "parade" around. This year, there were 18 boats in the parade. Out boat one second, which meant a $750 prize. I know, you're thinking wow! Lot's of money to be made. Not true at all. We do it for the fun. It's a week long process. Just rolling the t-shirts takes 5 hours. So, our boat has a giant 10 feet by 15 feet lighted flag with over 5,000 lights that was hand made that sits in the center of the boat. We have a three piece rock band (drums and two guitars), a hand-built t-shirt launcher (this year we launched 150 t-shirts), and so many more lights and decorations. Now, to power all these lights and the band, we have to have two generators on the front of the boat. And to power the t-shirt launcher we have to have a nitrous tank. The three of these things, plus four bodies are VERY VERY HEAVY... Needless to say- we ALMOST SUNK a pontoon boat, which I would have previously thought to be next to impossible. With all the weight on the front of the boat (the people shouldn't have been up there), it submarined into the water. The generators were already completely submerged and only staying on the boat by being held by two of the guys. If my dad hadn't flipped the boat into reverse, we would have gone under band, generators, boat and all. I was a nervous wreck. Until the last round of the parade, we had to run off one generator because the other one was flooded (with good reason). But, all in all, we made it and it was ridiculously fun.
Fourth of July saw me fat and happy. I ate until my heart was content and then some. It's been really hard to get back on track. When I came back from the lake I was up like almost 8 pounds...
Today my weight is 196.2, so only up .4. I've got to work extra hard to lose that 10.4 pounds now. Going up is in the wrong direction. LOL.
I've been oP all day today and have good plans to be the rest of the week. I just bought a Magic Bullet and I'm excited to use it to my weight loss advantage. Do any of you have a Magic Bullet? If so, do you have any favorite recipes?
I have 6 points left (including my 2 APs that I earned this morning). I'm going to a concert tonight at 7pm. DBF and I are walking to the venue and back--3 mile round trip. Since we're having dinner EARLY at like 5:15pm, I'll probably want a mini dinner when I come home to study at like 10pm. 6 points for a meal is easy to handle, so I'll see what I'm hungry for when I get home.
I've gotten in my 35 grams of fiber already this morning! I read that fiber really helps with your weightloss, so I'm going to try to get in the daily recommended value.
It's nice to have your workout done in the morning. Now I don't have this nagging feeling in the back of my head telling me that I'm lazy because I haven't worked out. Plus, the three mile walk this evening is going to be a great addition to what I did this morning.
I'm proud of myself. OP for the past three days. I can distinctively remember certain times over the past three days where I wanted to go off plan. When DBF comes home late or not for dinner at all, I want to give into my pasta and cheese craving (which never is point friends because of the ridiculous portions--I can't stop myself!!). When I've had like an hour to spare between work and class, I've thought about going through the drive thru; not even because I'm hungry, but just because... So weird. Or we've been going to Starbuck's a lot recently because of their free beverages. But then I think about getting a cookie or slice of cake to go with my drink. UGH. But I don't give in and I'm all the happier for it.
Exercise for at least 30 minutes 6 ou tof 7 days a week
Blong 6 out of 7 days a week
Drink 64 ounces of water everyday
It's been a while since I've posted. I haven't been on plan, or rather I've been yo-yo-ing on plan for the past month and a half. A lot has gone on, so I do feel in some small way excused for not losing weight. I've only gained a few pounds (but a few pounds a month can really add up!!) But, at least it isn't over 5 pounds.
I'll be following WW again (on my own) with a little bit of Beck Diet Solution thrown in. I'm going to start the Beck Diet Solution today when I get off work.
I'm going on a cruise in the middle of December, so I'd really like to a see a significant weight loss by then. I have 24 weeks, and ideally I'd like a 2 pound loss a week for a total of 48 pounds gone before the cruise. I'm going to push it. I've even scheduled my fall semester in school to be only 12 hours so I can also focus on losing weight and being healthy.
I'm looking forward to this next go around.
So far, I've been OP for the past two days (I know, not many, but it's a start). I can't wait to catch up on all your blogs that I've missed in the past weeks and learn from everything that you all have gone through.
If there was a wagon, I'd be hanging on for dear life!
Ugh. I know it’s been a few since I’ve posted. It isn’t that I haven’t had time; rather I’ve not wanted to own up to my actions. I’ve still be going through the motions of my weight loss journey. I still plan my food week out on Sundays; I just don’t follow through. Instead I gorge myself on fast food and yummy restaurants. I still go weigh in at Weight Watchers; I just don’t stay on plan and I’ve been playing with the same .4 pounds for the past three weeks.
No. I haven’t gained. In fact, this week I lost the same .4 that I gained from last week. I should count myself lucky that I am not gaining weight. I agree. But, I really want to lose weight. It’s so hard being in a relationship (even though DBF super supports me) and losing weight. It’s fun to just eat whatever you want and not worry. It’s exciting to try new restaurants that aren’t chains so there is no telling what their point value is. I feel so defeated when I go to a restaurant planning on staying OP and then just blowing it because yes, while they have grilled chicken, it is smothered in some rich cream sauce. And while I could probably ask for it without the sauce, the sauce is signature to the dish! It’s so HARD. Maybe I don’t want it anymore? I mean, I’m telling myself I do, and I know I should want it. But what is stopping me from wanting it so badly I no longer make sacrifices. I want the old me back.
I’m going to work on it this week. DBF is out of town until Friday. I can get it together before then. My room needs to be cleaned and organized and my closet does as well. I find that when everything in my life is organized, my food is on plan as well. Weird, yes. But true. I’m also going out partying Saturday night for DBF’s birthday. His birthday “month” is really killing my weight loss efforts. I’ve planned the points for the unhealthy dinner and about three beers. I’ll get in some activity points so I have two more light beers. I can do this. I’ve just got to get my mind back on it.
In other news, my life is going swimmingly well. I went to dinner at Rosa Mexicano last night with DBF’s mentor’s wife, Lilian. I didn’t really eat healthy, but I also didn’t over do it. We had such a good time at the restaurant. If they have one near you, you must try the guacamole!!! We caught the movie Made of Honor after dinner. It’s such a great movie. Definitely a must see chick-flick. It’s really funny and makes you ooh and ahh at all the sappy parts.
I’m going to work on this weight loss thing. I can do it. I will do it. Okay. Ready, set, go!!
Such a relaxing day today. Woke up at like 9:30am. Went to my apartment and did some laundry and cleaned up my room (still so much to clean!). Came back to DBFs,
So, yesterday for DBFs birthday, I dropped a load of money on a lot of food. I'm not so concerned about the money part, just about the food part. I'm really disappointed in myself. Even while I was scarfing down the food, I felt guilty. UGH. How can you feel guilty and keep going?
Food today:
Brekkie: Slim-Fast Optima (4)
Lunch: Lean lasagna (9)
Dinner: Lean lasagna (6) and a salad (2)
Snack: Banana split (5), soup (0), and cheese sandwich (2)
I really feel motivated after eating too much last night. I was insistant upon walking with DBF today and I told him we were going to walk extra tomorrow. We have a super busy (food-wise) day. Late lunch/dinner is with his family at Ruby Tuesdays (which I have planned out), then we are going to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and then out to a late dinner with his mentor/mentor's wife. I'm not sure where we are going, but I'm going to try my best to eat well. Go for greens and a lean meat. I can do this!!!
I'm excited about losing weight this summer. I'm so ready for it. We can do this together!!
Ugh. I’m so tired of work. Seriously. It’s just like one thing after another. They moved me, AGAIN. Now I’m in one of my co-worker’s office. I feel so bad for her. Why does she have to be the one that gets me put in her office, you know? I guess it’s because she is the nicest one and has the least amount of pull around here. There’s not even a cubicle wall separating us; we are literally working off the same desk. It’s RIDICULOUS. Well, she’s gone home for the day, so I finally feel like I can post on EP.
Today is DBFs birthday. We’re going to Avra Greek Taverna for his birthday! I’m so excited. Every time we drive by there he’s always saying that he wants to take me on a date there. Since we have yet to do it, I’m taking him on a date there. His mentor and his mentor’s wife are meeting us there. I’ve already scoped out the menu, and let me tell you. Greek food is NOT point friendly! I’m going to have the moussaka for 12 points. When I get there, I’m not even going to look at the menu. I’m prepared and want to stay that way.
Food plan for the day:
Brekkie: Slim-Fast Optima (4)
Lunch: Homemade lean lasagna (6), pickle (0), and banana (2)
Dinner: Moussaka (12)
Snack: Fiber one bar (2)
So, basically, I can only eat the moussaka for the rest of the day… It’s only 3pm!!! This is going to be tough. I desperately do not want to dip into my WPAs. I’ve mapped out my day to where I think I can last. I may have to have some zero point Jello or maybe some zero point Progresso soup. Please send all your skinny vibes to me. If I can get through this on plan, it will be such a huge success.
Oh. And a quick NSV: I had lunch with two co-workers downstairs today in the break room. One girl had these yummy fried sweet potato fries that looked delicious. She kept offering and I kept telling myself no… until, I could no longer stand it. I reached my hand into the box and discovered the pickle at the bottom. I quickly asked her for that and avoided the fries for the rest of the break! I’m super happy!!!!
... but wait! There is never going to be an end! My weight will be a lifelong battle, and I'm prepared to take control.
I've had my ups and downs. Finals was such a tough week. And then the after-finals party. Which, let me just give a little insight as to how drunk I was... I went to party in Athens, Georgia on Saturday night. Sunday, at 12noon, I went to meet my cousin for lunch. I puked in the street in public in downtown Athens from being so sick from the alcohol! (Not to mention all of the puking before then!) Needless to say, way too much alcohol. At least I've gotten it out of my system. I'm no longer super stressed and can focus my energy on the upcoming semester (it starts Monday!) and my weightloss. I really want to push it hard this summer. I seem to lose a lot more weight in the summer than I do during the winter months. Anyone else ever had this trend in their weighloss? It may be due to the increased activity outside or the need for a good body for summer clothing. Hmm....
Well, weightloss-wise, I went to WW to weigh in yesterday and weighed 192.4. I guess after the alcohol and binging my 190 ran away. But, it's a new week and I'm ready to go. So for today:
Brekkie: Slim Fast Optima (4)
Lunch: HC entree (6) and a salad (2)
Dinner: Homemade lasagna (6) and a salad (2)
Snack: Ice cream (3), cheese sandwich (2)
EXERCISE: walk 6 miles with the BF (4 APs earned)
I'll have one extra point to play with and then my APs if I get super hungry. I'm ready to get this done. Thanks EPers for always being here for me. Much love!
... and I really don't have much time to post--it's sitll finals week. And I'm super sick on top of all of this stress.
I'm down to 190.0 (I saw 189.2 this morning), but I'll take 190.0. This was on my scale at home, but it is in line with WW, so it's accurate. At least I'm doing something right during finals. This is all over tomorrow (hopefully). So I'll be back then to check on how all of you have been this past week and give you an update on life.
I'll take it! I was expecting to gain at least two pounds! I'm so lucky!!! I want to weigh 190 by 5/6, which means I have two weeks to lose 2.6 pounds (1.3 a week). If I put my mind to it, I think it is doable.
School is really starting to wear me down. But I keep telling myself only nine more days of this ridiculousness!!! I had this perfect schedule set up for these next few days, and of course I haven't stayed on it whatsoever. It sucks. It's because of DBF. He never shuts up! Seriously. I'll be reading, and he'll just start talking to me for like an hour and so I don't get anything done. Well, on that note...
He left this morning for business and won't be back until Thursday night. Thursday night! That's the next 55 hours to knock out some hardcore studying (well, I also have work and class). But still! So much free time on my part. LOL. Yeah. I'll be studying like woah for the next few days. No sleep for me. I just have to be careful what I put in my mouth while I'm up so late.
Here's the meal plan today:
Brekkie: Kellogg's Chocolatey drizzle bar (2)
Lunch: Buffalo chicken pizza (8)
Dinner: ravioli with sauce (11) and spinach salad (2)
I'll have three points left, plus if I choose to use any activity points.
I ended up not having chicken, green beans, and a salad for dinner. We found a huge foot-long ham sub sandwich at Kroger on sale for $1.99, so we split it. That was all I had. So, I would imagine that it was around the same point value as my dinner would have been (and I had 4 APs that could have used towards that).
Tonight is WI. I'll update you about that after. Despite all the school work, my weight/health is still important!!
