The weekend was good! I worked hard: Mowed the lawn on Friday night, cleaned and reorganzied my house: lots of running up and down the basement steps, even hauling this HUGE chunk of carpet out of the basement, which was probably way more than I should have handled, in fact Billy was pretty upset that I had done that myself. I feel very strong and powerful after the weekend I had. I'm still in the process of reorganzing and cleaning, so there are many more calories to be burned!
Monday: Was not so good. I had McDonalds for lunch. (This is the embarrassing part, but I promised I would bare all). This is my usual from McDonalds: A Big Mac meal (fries and drink, usually diet coke) and a mcchicken with cheese and extra mayo. I felt like complete crap! I felt like if I threw up I would feel so much better! Never again! I'm done with McDonalds after that experience.
I have been trying to lose weight for the last 3 years only to find myself gaining. This is the result of the "straw the broke the camel's back".
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Friday, July 16, 2010
Day 8
Ok! I'm starting over. Billy is going out of town this weekend and I am going to have a "me" weekend! I am going to organize and clean my house, which I think will help me regain a little balance in my life. I am going to mow the lawn and walk Duke and just get back on track. Getting through the weekend making better food choices will also get my week off to a better start.
Today was ok, I didn't eat the way I would have liked to as far as timing goes, but I made decent choices.
Today was ok, I didn't eat the way I would have liked to as far as timing goes, but I made decent choices.
Day 7
Weigh In Day: Current: 206 lbs
I did horrible yesterday (Day 7) I ate out for lunch and dinner and they were not healthy choices.
I did horrible yesterday (Day 7) I ate out for lunch and dinner and they were not healthy choices.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Day 6
I feel like I'm boring. I basically write the same thing everyday. "Today was good blah, blah, blah". So I am going to just lay it all out there.
This morning I over slept, watched too much tv, ended up running late and didn't get to pack a lunch. Panara, here I come! I am so unbelieveably tired I can barely keep my eyes open and I'm grumpy enough that I could probably punch someone in the face and not feel any remorse. I'm feeling crappy after what I ate last night. Not boo hoo, woe is me, I'm failing crappy. Like bloated, water retention, ex-lax is looking like a pretty good idea right now crappy. That's usually what I mean when I say I feel crappy.
Last night when I got home from work I ate 3 granola bars, I was starving! I also ate 5 tacos, they were small, but two of them were covered in fried in grease tortillas. And who knows how much chips, salsa and cheese dip. We didn't eat until like 9:30 either.
Tonight is not going to be any better, we are going out to eat with some friends at HuHot. I don't know if you've ever eaten there but it is amazing, and really only one thing to choose from: Noodles, meat, veggies, all covered in oil and sodium! I say I'm going to be good and all that jazz, but let's be honest people. I am not going to be good, I will make horrible decisions, I will probably eat more than my share of crab rangoon.
Also I didn't go to the gym yesterday and I don't have time to go today, so my day is pretty much shot, but once again: Tomorrow is a new day!
**Disclaimer: I'm not beating myself up, or trying to be a Negative Nancy. I am merely stating facts so that you all can have insight into my journey.
This morning I over slept, watched too much tv, ended up running late and didn't get to pack a lunch. Panara, here I come! I am so unbelieveably tired I can barely keep my eyes open and I'm grumpy enough that I could probably punch someone in the face and not feel any remorse. I'm feeling crappy after what I ate last night. Not boo hoo, woe is me, I'm failing crappy. Like bloated, water retention, ex-lax is looking like a pretty good idea right now crappy. That's usually what I mean when I say I feel crappy.
Last night when I got home from work I ate 3 granola bars, I was starving! I also ate 5 tacos, they were small, but two of them were covered in fried in grease tortillas. And who knows how much chips, salsa and cheese dip. We didn't eat until like 9:30 either.
Tonight is not going to be any better, we are going out to eat with some friends at HuHot. I don't know if you've ever eaten there but it is amazing, and really only one thing to choose from: Noodles, meat, veggies, all covered in oil and sodium! I say I'm going to be good and all that jazz, but let's be honest people. I am not going to be good, I will make horrible decisions, I will probably eat more than my share of crab rangoon.
Also I didn't go to the gym yesterday and I don't have time to go today, so my day is pretty much shot, but once again: Tomorrow is a new day!
**Disclaimer: I'm not beating myself up, or trying to be a Negative Nancy. I am merely stating facts so that you all can have insight into my journey.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Day 5
I did well today until dinner. We had dinner at Billy's parents house and his step-mom is a super good cook! She makes the best tacos ever! I ate too many and we ate too late. I feel kinda crappy actually.
Tomorrow is another day.
Tomorrow is another day.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Day 4
Today was awesome! I am really proud! I woke up and went to the gym, I ate really well and didn't snack on bad stuff or snack inbetween meals and snacks! YAY!
Tomorrow will be even better!
Tomorrow will be even better!
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Day 3
Today was ok. I was really thrown off schedule. I neglected to eat breakfast, then went to church, then went grocery shopping (bad idea on an empty stomach). I didn't go crazy, but I didn't eat well when I got home.
Also I feel really down.
In October of last year I was diagnosed with clinical depression. I forgot to take my pill this morning and I think that might be why.
Tomorrow will be better!
Also I feel really down.
In October of last year I was diagnosed with clinical depression. I forgot to take my pill this morning and I think that might be why.
Tomorrow will be better!
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Day 2
Today is a brand new day! The sun is shining and I'm excited to see what the day brings. I have a lot to do today. I have to work this morning, then I am going to check out the new Anytime Fitness location in Ames, right by my work. I also need to clean our house and do some organizing. I'm hoping to burn a lot of calories today!
I did really good today! Ususally weekends are my enemy, I don't have a set schedule so I don't eat right. After work I was starving, so I went to HyVee and bought an apple and a piece of string cheese. I really wanted Starbucks, and everything else in the store was really temping but I stuck to my plan and I am so glad I did. It was really tasty too!
I did 30 minutes of eliptical training at the new AF location that I checked out today. I burned 300 calories and went over 2 miles. The sweat was good! I didn't get to my house cleaning, in fact I took a nap.
Tomorrow I plan on cleaning. I won't be working out on Sundays but I think the cleaning will burn some calories. I will probably take Duke on a walk too.
Oh, here is a pic of my husband and dog, just for a visual!
I did really good today! Ususally weekends are my enemy, I don't have a set schedule so I don't eat right. After work I was starving, so I went to HyVee and bought an apple and a piece of string cheese. I really wanted Starbucks, and everything else in the store was really temping but I stuck to my plan and I am so glad I did. It was really tasty too!
I did 30 minutes of eliptical training at the new AF location that I checked out today. I burned 300 calories and went over 2 miles. The sweat was good! I didn't get to my house cleaning, in fact I took a nap.
Tomorrow I plan on cleaning. I won't be working out on Sundays but I think the cleaning will burn some calories. I will probably take Duke on a walk too.
Oh, here is a pic of my husband and dog, just for a visual!
Friday, July 9, 2010
Day 1
This morning I got up in enough time to walk Duke (our dog), but did I? Of course not! I wasted valuable exercise time, a chance to spend time outdoors, and an opportunity to improve myself. I did eat a good breakfast though.
Today I have been doing well, as far as eating goes. I have been consistent and eating every two hours having 350-400 calorie meals and 200 calorie snacks. Usually, if I don't stay consistent I find myself getting so hungry that I want to eat everything in sight and everything in sight is not carrotts and bananas. I really wanted something sweet after lunch, but I popped in a piece of berry flavored gum and that craving went away soon. I've also found the best afternoon snack ever for chocolate lovers, ice cream lovers, etc! Edy's Slow Churned Rich & Creamy Chocolate. It comes in the cutest little container you ever did see, and it's 170 calories, add almonds (if you like them) and you have the perfect sized and really yummy snack!
Tonight, Billy and I went on a date. The movies and dinner. Dinner was ok. I wouldn't say I made the wisest choices, but when I saw all the people bulging from their clothes, I quickly lost my appetite. I do not want to end up like that. I know I'm not there yet, but if I don't take control I soon could be.
I also checked out the new location of Anytime Fitness (my gym) in Ames, which just so happens to be about 3 blocks from where I work! I am going to check it out tomorrow...
Today I have been doing well, as far as eating goes. I have been consistent and eating every two hours having 350-400 calorie meals and 200 calorie snacks. Usually, if I don't stay consistent I find myself getting so hungry that I want to eat everything in sight and everything in sight is not carrotts and bananas. I really wanted something sweet after lunch, but I popped in a piece of berry flavored gum and that craving went away soon. I've also found the best afternoon snack ever for chocolate lovers, ice cream lovers, etc! Edy's Slow Churned Rich & Creamy Chocolate. It comes in the cutest little container you ever did see, and it's 170 calories, add almonds (if you like them) and you have the perfect sized and really yummy snack!
Tonight, Billy and I went on a date. The movies and dinner. Dinner was ok. I wouldn't say I made the wisest choices, but when I saw all the people bulging from their clothes, I quickly lost my appetite. I do not want to end up like that. I know I'm not there yet, but if I don't take control I soon could be.
I also checked out the new location of Anytime Fitness (my gym) in Ames, which just so happens to be about 3 blocks from where I work! I am going to check it out tomorrow...
Thursday, July 8, 2010
What This Blog is About
Today was the day that I decided to finally take control of my life. I have reached a weight that I never thought I would be. I'm wearing sizes I never thought I would wear. I am tired of feeling miserable after I look through my closet only to find that I can barely fit into what I have. I have an entire drawer full of clothes that I wish I could wear. Right now I have one, yes, one pair of jeans that fit. I am done pitying myself.
I have decided to bare all. I am not holding back. I will be sharing intimate details of my struggle, which is a very scary thing for me. I hope someone can be inspired. This is the beginning of my weight loss journey.
** The above picture is my most recent picture @ 209 lbs
I have decided to bare all. I am not holding back. I will be sharing intimate details of my struggle, which is a very scary thing for me. I hope someone can be inspired. This is the beginning of my weight loss journey.
** The above picture is my most recent picture @ 209 lbs
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