Did better with eating yesterday, and even better today. Made some good snacking choices, both calorie and content-wise.
Did tone and tighten today. We did the stairs, and then an overall body work-out. I had a feeling we'd do the stairs, and I prayed to have a good attitude and not grumble. Do I like doing the stairs? NO. Am I grateful that I can? YES. Lots of people would love to be healthy and able to move. I'm glad I can see improvement in my abilities. So buck up and do the stairs, whiner!
Monday, January 29, 2007
Saturday, January 27, 2007
1/27/07
Did 20 minutes on the cross-trainer Thursday, on interval mode. Took yesterday off. Had lunch with my friend Kim. Took yesterday off from careful eating, too. Intentionally. And enjoyed it. I'm back to careful eating today, and enjoying that, too!
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
1/24/07
334.1!!!!!
I was NOT expecting an (almost) 3lb loss when I got on the scales this morning. I was actually expecting a gain, but hoping for a push. But I was wildly surprised. It must be the working out; I know my eating wasn't very good for 3 days in a row. Very cool.
What was not so cool is my blood sugar. I've periodically been testing my fasting blood sugar. Today it was 147 or so. Not good. I tested it again about 2 hours after breakfast, and it was 176. Which isn't too bad if you're diabetic, but since I'm not, it was lousy. I'm headed in the right direction: eating smaller portions, exercising, losing weight. But my favorite foods are carbohydrates. And I need to eat less and better of them. Sean's blood sugar is bad too; he has an appointment to see the doctor about it next month. So I'm going to start working on healthier choices, and hope that my choices will influence his.
Speaking of influencing one another, Sean did me a big favor last night. At dinner, I asked if he would get me some more potato chips (see, carbs; yummy!). He said no. More chips would not get me to 40 by 40. And he was right. And I needed that voice of reason right then. I told him several times that he was right and that I was grateful. I'm responsible for my own choices, but it is nice to have help when you need it.
I did 20 minutes on the cross trainer on the weight loss program today. I'll probably do weights again tomorrow.
I was NOT expecting an (almost) 3lb loss when I got on the scales this morning. I was actually expecting a gain, but hoping for a push. But I was wildly surprised. It must be the working out; I know my eating wasn't very good for 3 days in a row. Very cool.
What was not so cool is my blood sugar. I've periodically been testing my fasting blood sugar. Today it was 147 or so. Not good. I tested it again about 2 hours after breakfast, and it was 176. Which isn't too bad if you're diabetic, but since I'm not, it was lousy. I'm headed in the right direction: eating smaller portions, exercising, losing weight. But my favorite foods are carbohydrates. And I need to eat less and better of them. Sean's blood sugar is bad too; he has an appointment to see the doctor about it next month. So I'm going to start working on healthier choices, and hope that my choices will influence his.
Speaking of influencing one another, Sean did me a big favor last night. At dinner, I asked if he would get me some more potato chips (see, carbs; yummy!). He said no. More chips would not get me to 40 by 40. And he was right. And I needed that voice of reason right then. I told him several times that he was right and that I was grateful. I'm responsible for my own choices, but it is nice to have help when you need it.
I did 20 minutes on the cross trainer on the weight loss program today. I'll probably do weights again tomorrow.
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
1/23/07
Sorry it's been so long. It's been a busy week.
We had our Chix retreat for ladies from church this weekend at the Brown County Inn in Nashville, IN. It was great! Very refreshing. I didn't eat real carefully, though. Nor did I eat carefully when I got home Saturday night, or Sunday while watching the Colts beat the Patriots, or Monday, for that matter. Today was much better. But, taking all that into consideration, I don't have high hopes for tomorrow's weigh-in. I just kinda went on auto-pilot, and didn't exercise any control. So, I'll probably reap what I sowed.
Back to working out yesterday. I rolled my ankle Sunday while cleaning the snow off the Explorer, and it still hurt yesterday, so I did a weight work-out. Today I did 20 minutes on the elliptical on the interval program. Tomorrow will be class or something aerobic.
We had our Chix retreat for ladies from church this weekend at the Brown County Inn in Nashville, IN. It was great! Very refreshing. I didn't eat real carefully, though. Nor did I eat carefully when I got home Saturday night, or Sunday while watching the Colts beat the Patriots, or Monday, for that matter. Today was much better. But, taking all that into consideration, I don't have high hopes for tomorrow's weigh-in. I just kinda went on auto-pilot, and didn't exercise any control. So, I'll probably reap what I sowed.
Back to working out yesterday. I rolled my ankle Sunday while cleaning the snow off the Explorer, and it still hurt yesterday, so I did a weight work-out. Today I did 20 minutes on the elliptical on the interval program. Tomorrow will be class or something aerobic.
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
1/16/07
337!
Down 2.6 lbs from last week. WooHoo! Yes, I weighed in a day early, but I had a good feeling. And I was right. Yay!
Haven't done my crunches and stretching yet, but will before I go to bed.
Had a nice lunch with my friend Kim today. A drug rep brought in lunch: salad, chicken tortellini with A LOT of cheese, and some sort of berry cobbler, and rolls. I filled up most of my plate with salad, and had just one good-sized serving spoon full of the chicken tortellini. No cobbler or rolls. I tried to put my fork down between each bite, and did so most of the time. I drank a lot of water, too.
Down 2.6 lbs from last week. WooHoo! Yes, I weighed in a day early, but I had a good feeling. And I was right. Yay!
Haven't done my crunches and stretching yet, but will before I go to bed.
Had a nice lunch with my friend Kim today. A drug rep brought in lunch: salad, chicken tortellini with A LOT of cheese, and some sort of berry cobbler, and rolls. I filled up most of my plate with salad, and had just one good-sized serving spoon full of the chicken tortellini. No cobbler or rolls. I tried to put my fork down between each bite, and did so most of the time. I drank a lot of water, too.
Monday, January 15, 2007
1/15/07
Went to tone and tighten class today. We did legs and abs.
Eating went well today. I felt in control. Still room for improvement, especially at supper.
I'm having lunch with my friend Kim tomorrow, so I won't be working out at lunch. However, I will do some ab work and stretching at home.
Eating went well today. I felt in control. Still room for improvement, especially at supper.
I'm having lunch with my friend Kim tomorrow, so I won't be working out at lunch. However, I will do some ab work and stretching at home.
Sunday, January 14, 2007
1/13/07
I did it! I went to watch football at Kevin & Kelly's, and I made good food choices. And the Colts won. Go Colts!
I only had a few chips, maybe 10 or so, with a lot of salsa and a little spinach and artichoke dip. I had one of Kelly's delicious, generously sized enchiladas, and some rice and a piece of jalapeno corn bread. I was very satisfied with what I ate, but wanted another enchilada because they were so good. But instead, I just sat in the living room and watched the game. Then Kelly and I engaged in some good conversation about our shared food issues. It's good to know that other people share your struggle. I did allow myself a yummy brownie, with 2 small scoops of ice cream and a little whipped cream. I know, that doesn't sound like such a good choice. But I wasn't pigging out all night; I was in control. It really helped being with people who will help me be accountable. (Thanks, Kelly.)
Also, since I didn't eat a ton, there were enchiladas left over (not that I would have eaten all of them!) and Kelly sent a couple home with us. So, I still get my extra one, just at an appropriate time.
I'm up too late now, and kinda feeling like I want something to eat. I don't know that I'm actually hungry. So I'm drinking some water and trying to get my mind off it. I had to turn the channel from Food Network tonight while watching tv; it was making me want to eat.
I only had a few chips, maybe 10 or so, with a lot of salsa and a little spinach and artichoke dip. I had one of Kelly's delicious, generously sized enchiladas, and some rice and a piece of jalapeno corn bread. I was very satisfied with what I ate, but wanted another enchilada because they were so good. But instead, I just sat in the living room and watched the game. Then Kelly and I engaged in some good conversation about our shared food issues. It's good to know that other people share your struggle. I did allow myself a yummy brownie, with 2 small scoops of ice cream and a little whipped cream. I know, that doesn't sound like such a good choice. But I wasn't pigging out all night; I was in control. It really helped being with people who will help me be accountable. (Thanks, Kelly.)
Also, since I didn't eat a ton, there were enchiladas left over (not that I would have eaten all of them!) and Kelly sent a couple home with us. So, I still get my extra one, just at an appropriate time.
I'm up too late now, and kinda feeling like I want something to eat. I don't know that I'm actually hungry. So I'm drinking some water and trying to get my mind off it. I had to turn the channel from Food Network tonight while watching tv; it was making me want to eat.
Friday, January 12, 2007
1/12/07
I did something today that I've never done before. I climbed 4 flights of stairs without stopping! WooHoo! We started tone and tighten class today w/the stairs, and I was less than thrilled. But, once I did it with no breaks, I felt great about it! I was breathing like a racehorse for the rest of class, but I did it! Now, mind you, no one cares if I take a break. Every one, instructors and students alike, are SO supportive of me. They acknowledge and encourage me to adapt moves I can't do (yet) and to make substitutions, and to take breaks when needed. That is one of the things I really like about the fitness center. Lots of support and encouragement. And lots of different body types. Sure, there are hard bodies and buff folks, but there are fat people and old people and everything else. I don't think I've ever felt intimidated by anyone there.
Eating has been better, more controlled the last 2 days. I am considering my choices, and not just eating mindlessly.
Eating has been better, more controlled the last 2 days. I am considering my choices, and not just eating mindlessly.
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
1/10/07
339.8
Up 1lb. Hopefully, I can blame it on getting ready to start my period.
I have been controlled with my eating today. Good portion control. Had dinner before Art Reach, and kinda wanted a snack when I got home. And I have some 100 calorie packs of cookies, which wouldn't be too bad for me. But, if I just have my cup of hot tea, it adds NO calories, and will still probably satisfy me. And that's 100 less calories consumed. And a feeling of accomplishment.
Went to tone and tighten class. We did the stairs (4 flights), and an overall body work-out. Tomorrow will be cardio of some sort.
Up 1lb. Hopefully, I can blame it on getting ready to start my period.
I have been controlled with my eating today. Good portion control. Had dinner before Art Reach, and kinda wanted a snack when I got home. And I have some 100 calorie packs of cookies, which wouldn't be too bad for me. But, if I just have my cup of hot tea, it adds NO calories, and will still probably satisfy me. And that's 100 less calories consumed. And a feeling of accomplishment.
Went to tone and tighten class. We did the stairs (4 flights), and an overall body work-out. Tomorrow will be cardio of some sort.
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
1/9/07
Sorry it's been so long since I've posted. I did work out on Friday; went to tone and tighten class, where we did butts and abs. Didn't do anything Saturday and Sunday. Monday, I had a doctor's apt, so I used part of my lunch for that. But I did pretty well with my eating. And my doctor was pleased with my weight loss. Today, I didn't feel well. Have a cold again. So I didn't work out. But, I was careful with my eating. Had a grilled chicken salad. Too much salad dressing, though. I will weigh in tomorrow. Was up a pound at the doctor's office Monday, but I hope it was water gain from the Chinese food I ate Sunday for dinner. I had a LOT of soy sauce. I know, it sounds like a lot of excuses. And it is. But in my slacking, I have made some good choices.
One of the thoughts that ran through my head was, I have until Saturday. I can eat all I want until then. But, that's what has gotten me here in the first place. Putting off what I want someday for what I want right now. Well, someday is almost here. So I'm going to do my best to make good choices now. Saturday will include some challenges, as we are going to a friend's house to watch the Colts play the Ravens in the playoffs, but I will eat a small breakfast, and really watch my portions during the game. Kelly, if your reading this, remind me of this on Saturday!
Below is a picture of a bracelet I made. I call it my "40 x 40" bracelet. I'm going to use it to remind myself of my goal of losing 40 pounds by the time I turn 40, which is 6 months from Saturday. There are 2 rows of 40 silver-lined glass beads [40 by 40, get it?! ;^)] between the 2 ruby jade stones. The rest is silver beads and liquid silver twisted tubes.
One of the thoughts that ran through my head was, I have until Saturday. I can eat all I want until then. But, that's what has gotten me here in the first place. Putting off what I want someday for what I want right now. Well, someday is almost here. So I'm going to do my best to make good choices now. Saturday will include some challenges, as we are going to a friend's house to watch the Colts play the Ravens in the playoffs, but I will eat a small breakfast, and really watch my portions during the game. Kelly, if your reading this, remind me of this on Saturday!
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
1/3/07
338.3
And that's before the gastro-intestinal virus hit. I should go weigh now!
Planned on working out today. Didn't want to, but planned on it anyway. Then I started getting stomach cramps. And everything exiting my body was liquid. Left work early, took some pepto and went to bed. Dinner seems to be doing okay; just some mild stomach cramping. Not sure if I'm going to work tomorrow or not; we'll see what the morning brings.
And that's before the gastro-intestinal virus hit. I should go weigh now!
Planned on working out today. Didn't want to, but planned on it anyway. Then I started getting stomach cramps. And everything exiting my body was liquid. Left work early, took some pepto and went to bed. Dinner seems to be doing okay; just some mild stomach cramping. Not sure if I'm going to work tomorrow or not; we'll see what the morning brings.
Monday, January 01, 2007
1/1/07
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am currently drinking a cup of hot tea, because I really wanted something to eat. I'm not hungry, mind you. Just wanted something. So a nice soothing cup of lemon tea will help my belly feel full, and give me something to do with my hands.
While devoting and journaling this morning, I realized that the goals I have set for myself this year (not resolutions, which I will surely break) require discipline and work, and cannot be achieved by myself. I will need help both from God and others. I want to continue to lose weight, eat better and work out, and work on getting out of debt. Both will be rewarding, but challenging. God and I are up to it.
Here's to a happy, healthy, blessed new year!
I am currently drinking a cup of hot tea, because I really wanted something to eat. I'm not hungry, mind you. Just wanted something. So a nice soothing cup of lemon tea will help my belly feel full, and give me something to do with my hands.
While devoting and journaling this morning, I realized that the goals I have set for myself this year (not resolutions, which I will surely break) require discipline and work, and cannot be achieved by myself. I will need help both from God and others. I want to continue to lose weight, eat better and work out, and work on getting out of debt. Both will be rewarding, but challenging. God and I are up to it.
Here's to a happy, healthy, blessed new year!
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