I did work out yesterday, but forgot to post.
I have to say, I got up expecting big things this morning. I weighed in and got a less than desirable result. I lost 0.5 lbs. So I am 219.5lbs after a week of hard work. So disappointing! I have zero motivation to work out this morning, zero. I am so sad and at a complete loss as to why this is so difficult.
But, this time, I refuse to give up. I am going to give this another week, then, if I don't see any results on the scale, I am going to take the plunge and sign up for weight watchers as was suggested to me by a friend. That way, I can better control the foods I am eating. I hate the cost associated with weight watchers, but quite a few people have told me it works, so I am game to try. I really, really want this weight off!
I guess I just have to look at the upside, I am feeling stronger, more energetic, and just better all around. If I keep it up, and even if I don't lose a single pound, I will be stronger, more muscular, etc. I just lack that motivation that seeing measurable results seems to add to things.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Day 5 of 30
Today was a much easier day than the last five have been for sure. I am nearly there with with being able to do the entire workout without stopping. It's that first circuit that kills me in the cardio. The jumping jacks followed by jump rope, my calves are burning about halfway through. I stop and run in place for about five seconds, then carry on. Today I had my little cheerleader tell me "Do it mommy, you aren't doing it!" when I stopped, lol. So long as it keeps getting easier daily, I should be able to keep this up.
I have to admit, I'm afraid to weigh myself on Friday because in the past, if I've worked out hard and not seen results, I will just stop exercising and eat rotten foods, not a good plan going into my son's birthday weekend. So fingers crossed I lose something.
I have to admit, I'm afraid to weigh myself on Friday because in the past, if I've worked out hard and not seen results, I will just stop exercising and eat rotten foods, not a good plan going into my son's birthday weekend. So fingers crossed I lose something.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Day 4 of 30
Bet you thought I didn't get my workout in didn't you!
Well, here I sit, all sweaty and gross at 11:10pm, having just completed day 4 of the Shred. I was out and about all day, then dinner, kids to bed, etc. etc. I even contemplated skipping today and doing two tomorrow, but then I remembered that I promised to do this, update every day for 30 days and get things done, so I got up off my butt and Shredded.
I am happy to report that I am getting stronger! I am able to complete 99% of the workout without stopping, in a couple of days I will be doing it without stopping at all, I can feel it. I am really hoping that I get some results at the end of the week and have dropped at least a couple of pounds. I ate pasta today, which isn't the most healthy choice, but it is what it is. I will endeavor to do better tomorrow.
Well, here I sit, all sweaty and gross at 11:10pm, having just completed day 4 of the Shred. I was out and about all day, then dinner, kids to bed, etc. etc. I even contemplated skipping today and doing two tomorrow, but then I remembered that I promised to do this, update every day for 30 days and get things done, so I got up off my butt and Shredded.
I am happy to report that I am getting stronger! I am able to complete 99% of the workout without stopping, in a couple of days I will be doing it without stopping at all, I can feel it. I am really hoping that I get some results at the end of the week and have dropped at least a couple of pounds. I ate pasta today, which isn't the most healthy choice, but it is what it is. I will endeavor to do better tomorrow.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Down to the Nitty Gritty
Well, here it is, my before picture:
What bothers me the most is that I still look about 5 months pregnant, all that extra weight around the middle concerns me for my future health. I want to get rid of that first, which I'm sure means it will be the last thing to go, :P
So, at 220lbs, hopefully this is the last time I will see myself at this weight, I'm tired of lugging around all the extra weight, it's not comfortable anymore.
Day 3 0f 30
I felt terrible this morning, a rough night of putting kids to bed and super sore knees when I got up this morning. Before, that would have been an excuse to not work out; today, I popped some Advil, had a cup of tea, and got on with it.
I also made one of my personal biggest fitness mistakes. I decided to see if the last two days of working out had helped me lose anything. Nope, in fact I gained weight in the past two days. I don't know how, but I managed to gain half a pound. In the past, this has driven me straight to the junk food. Today I shook it off and popped in the dvd with a pledge to give my body time and to not get back on the scale until Friday.
Day three of the workout seemed easier in some areas and more difficult in others. I have found in the past three days that one day the cardio will be easier and the weights will be more difficult and the next day it will be the opposite. Jillian tells me in her video that by day five and six I will notice a big improvement in endurance so I hope she's right!
I haven't taken my before shot, but as soon as someone older than nearly three gets home, I will have them take my photo and post it.
Day 3 complete!
I also made one of my personal biggest fitness mistakes. I decided to see if the last two days of working out had helped me lose anything. Nope, in fact I gained weight in the past two days. I don't know how, but I managed to gain half a pound. In the past, this has driven me straight to the junk food. Today I shook it off and popped in the dvd with a pledge to give my body time and to not get back on the scale until Friday.
Day three of the workout seemed easier in some areas and more difficult in others. I have found in the past three days that one day the cardio will be easier and the weights will be more difficult and the next day it will be the opposite. Jillian tells me in her video that by day five and six I will notice a big improvement in endurance so I hope she's right!
I haven't taken my before shot, but as soon as someone older than nearly three gets home, I will have them take my photo and post it.
Day 3 complete!
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Background and Day 1
I haven't always been overweight. I've never been super skinny either, but I was a comfortable size 8 until I had my first child. I worked out throughout my pregnancy and after I had my first baby, my body bounced right back and I walked out of the hospital in my pre-pregnancy clothing.
The problem for me started somewhere in the months after I had my daughter. I slowly started gaining weight and even with exercise, it didn't want to come off. Over the past 8 years and two more children, I've gained approximately 70lbs. My weight as of right now is 220lbs. I am not a fan of what I see in the mirror. I want to lose weight, but am easily discouraged and require motivation and someone to hold me accountable and to push me on. That is where the idea for this blog came about. I figured if I can get a few people reading and following, then I will be held accountable and hopefully motivated to keep on keeping on when days get tough.
The battle so far:
I have joined up at Spark People, which is a great website that tracks your food intake and your exercise as well as having weekly weigh ins. You can follow their food plan, or create your own. Right now, I am kind of looking at their recommendations and making similar choices. I like that it tells you how many calories you have left for the day as well as the fat, protein and carbs consumed. You can also create fitness teams so maybe if a couple of you are interested, we can create our own!
Yesterday I started the 30 Day Shred with Jillian Michaels. I completed day 2 today. Day 1 was much easier than day 2. I felt pretty good about it yesterday after I finished. Then I woke up this morning. I was sore from my toes to my fingertips! I am sure I looked like a 90 year old woman walking around WalMart with my 8 year old daughter this afternoon. Probably sounded like it too, with my "Oh!", "Ouch!", "Ah!" with every step I took. Finally my daughter told me she was tired of hearing me complain about my sore muscles. I told her I'd remember that when she started hockey training camp. Anyways, the 30 Day Shred is a no nonsense, intense approximately 25 minute workout. I can't get by with the excuse of not having time, because 25 minutes is nothing. So, that's where I am as of today, day 2 of the Shred and in pain, but proud of myself for doing it for 2 consecutive days!!!
My goals:
In a perfect world, I'd like to lose all 70 of those lbs I gained, but I am going for more short term goals for now.
By January 1st, I'd like to get under 200lbs.
I'd like to complete the entire 30 Day Shred, as in work out for all 30 days consecutively.
I'd like to become more mindful of what I'm putting into my mouth and to make better food choices.
Tomorrow, I will put up my before photo. I will weigh in weekly on Fridays and try to figure out why and how I am doing well or poorly. I'll report on my progress with working out, how I'm feeling, etc. Feel free to join me on weighing in on Fridays or just cheer me on and give me any tips you have!
Here we go!
The problem for me started somewhere in the months after I had my daughter. I slowly started gaining weight and even with exercise, it didn't want to come off. Over the past 8 years and two more children, I've gained approximately 70lbs. My weight as of right now is 220lbs. I am not a fan of what I see in the mirror. I want to lose weight, but am easily discouraged and require motivation and someone to hold me accountable and to push me on. That is where the idea for this blog came about. I figured if I can get a few people reading and following, then I will be held accountable and hopefully motivated to keep on keeping on when days get tough.
The battle so far:
I have joined up at Spark People, which is a great website that tracks your food intake and your exercise as well as having weekly weigh ins. You can follow their food plan, or create your own. Right now, I am kind of looking at their recommendations and making similar choices. I like that it tells you how many calories you have left for the day as well as the fat, protein and carbs consumed. You can also create fitness teams so maybe if a couple of you are interested, we can create our own!
Yesterday I started the 30 Day Shred with Jillian Michaels. I completed day 2 today. Day 1 was much easier than day 2. I felt pretty good about it yesterday after I finished. Then I woke up this morning. I was sore from my toes to my fingertips! I am sure I looked like a 90 year old woman walking around WalMart with my 8 year old daughter this afternoon. Probably sounded like it too, with my "Oh!", "Ouch!", "Ah!" with every step I took. Finally my daughter told me she was tired of hearing me complain about my sore muscles. I told her I'd remember that when she started hockey training camp. Anyways, the 30 Day Shred is a no nonsense, intense approximately 25 minute workout. I can't get by with the excuse of not having time, because 25 minutes is nothing. So, that's where I am as of today, day 2 of the Shred and in pain, but proud of myself for doing it for 2 consecutive days!!!
My goals:
In a perfect world, I'd like to lose all 70 of those lbs I gained, but I am going for more short term goals for now.
By January 1st, I'd like to get under 200lbs.
I'd like to complete the entire 30 Day Shred, as in work out for all 30 days consecutively.
I'd like to become more mindful of what I'm putting into my mouth and to make better food choices.
Tomorrow, I will put up my before photo. I will weigh in weekly on Fridays and try to figure out why and how I am doing well or poorly. I'll report on my progress with working out, how I'm feeling, etc. Feel free to join me on weighing in on Fridays or just cheer me on and give me any tips you have!
Here we go!
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