NJMom

At one point I was at a plateau (for two months).  I lost 27 pounds and some how gained four of those pounds back.  I was having such a difficult time getting my loss to 27 pounds.  Even after the 4th of July weekend long celebration, the weight crept up one pound.  I was semi-disgusted with myself, but knew I would press on.  And I did.  I kicked my workout up a notch, and now I am right back where it ended…at a 27 pound loss!  Yah Hoo for me!  I would like to lose eight pounds by the month’s end.  If I can keep my gym mojo going, I believe I can do it.  I only pray I do not hit another plateau — I can’t take too many of those.  In a blink of an eye, summer will end and it will be time for me join the new contestants of “The Biggest Loser”.  But with all of this, I realize that permanent, healthy weight loss does take a couple of years (in my case).  Happy Thursday Everyone!

I so look forward to losing weight and am happy with the results so far.  This is what keeps me motivated.  I’ve been away from the gym, but returned with full force last week.  After every workout, I feel so much better; rejuvenated.  Why is difficult to exercise every day?  I don’t know, and I’m not trying to figure it out.  I am pleased with the progress I have made and I have a great future.  My eating habits have changed slightly.  I am not eating Fiber One and All Bran for breakfast.  They really fill you up.  This way I eliminated my mid-morning snack.  I have also eliminated my pint of B&J’s.  I am now snacking on ice cream bars.  This way I can have my cake and eat it to.  If the thought of hypnosis did not make me uncomfortable, I would probably try it to rid me of my ice cream addiction.

Yesterday was a hot one in Jersey.  93 degrees!  My exercise of choice was walking.  I believe I sweated off one pound!  I couldn’t stop sweating, even after taking a cool shower. 

Everyone stay cool, and remember losing weight is a small part of your life; don’t let it consume you.

Well it was another great weekend.  Hot & humid, but the temperature did not bother me one bit.  I don’t know if losing the 26 lbs. has helped, but this is the first time in four years I did not sweat like a pig.   Which is another reason to lose weight.  I did however, eat too much of a good thing.  I overloaded on vegetables and high fiber cereal (All Bran).  So I feel somewhat bloated.  But, this too shall pass.  I will use the treadmill this afternoon for 30 minutes, and the elliptical for about 10-15 minutes.   For lunch I am having the gazpacho (cold tomato soup) I made on Sunday.  It is my first time making this dish and I have to say, it is tasty. 

I must admit, even though the weight is coming off at a slow pace, my size 16’s are becoming loose in the waist.  I hope this is leads to a size 14 by the end of the summer (say a prayer for me).  Overall I am feeling great and look forward to the next new size.  Have a cool and wonderful day Buddies!

Though I gained four pounds, I have lost three of those naughty pounds.  How wonderful I feel!  Being able to wear my old clothes lets me know that I am on a road to a healthier life and a smaller body size.  It is a long road, and I wonder how people are able to lose 24 lbs. in two months (I envy them).  But for me, averaging a pound or two a week (even though it does work out that way) is the only way I will lose the weight and keep it off.  Depriving myself even once, does not work for me.

I strive not only for a Size Healthy, but also a Size Sexy!

Why me?!?!  I don’t understand!  I am changing my weight tracker to remind myself that I must lose five pounds.  I was at 207 for such a long time, and only to regain four pounds is unacceptable.  I know I have sneaked in some Girl Scout cookies, but something else must give.  I also know that I MUST exercise, but I’m sorry…..at times the motivation is not there to exercise in the morning and being a single parent, makes it difficult to fit it into the evening hours (do you feel me?).  I am so praying that by Monday the four pound gain will be a thing of the past.  Weight gain is depressing.  I have put some thought into replacing two of my meals with homemade smoothies (this way I know the calorie intake), but don’t know if that is a good idea (maybe it is).  I tried the Special K challenge (give them two weeks and lose two inches), well that did not work.  Trying to lose weight makes me feel like such a basket-case, that I do find humor in it.  Aside from trying to lose weight, life is good.  My concentration is fixed on losing weight that it is becoming ridiculous.  Any ideas, or motivational techniques would be appreciated.  Have a great day!

Flowers make the world beautiful, just like Moms!

Enjoy your day!

He makes all things beautiful in his time…this can not be repeated enough.  God is on my side and so is time.  That is pretty much the reason I am not rushing the weight loss.  I am so proud of myself for getting rid of 27 lbs., and I am looking forward to meeting my goal weight of 150 lbs (it might take me two years).  Healthy eating and exercising is becoming a way of life for me, but there are my weaknesses.  I still indulge in the “not so healthy” foods (nothing to the extreme).  I realize that if I do not have my ice cream, I do eventually go back — and at times with full vengence.  So I have built these “not so healthy” food items into my way of life.  Instead of full-fat ice cream, I also enjoy frozen yogurt. 

Hey, this is the only life I have, so I need to enjoy it.

Great weekened I had.  I was able to use my Tae-Bo T3 dvds and as we all know, Billy Blanks is no joke!  The set comes with four dvds plus a 10 minute (for each area) target dvd.  I did the target dvd this week, and yes, I noticed the difference in my waist after two workouts.  I bought a pair of slacks this weekend at Macy’s, size 16, and what a fit.  Just perfect.  I believe the perfect size for me would be a 14, but if I make it to my perfect weight of 150, I will take whatever size comes with it.  Feeling light on my feet is so wonderful, I can’t express it.  But it makes me smile, and gives me such a good feeling that words can’t express it.

 Good luck to everyone and remember motivation comes for one pound (or one inch) lost. 

Good afternoon everyone!  I have not logged onto buddyslim since last week, but I have had the chance to read some of the blogs and see that we are all still fighting this game; some losses and some wins.  I am with everyone in this battle.  It has been hard for me as well, I just don’t document it.  The scale remains the same, but my clothes are loose — that makes me smile.

 I’ve learned not to beat myself up if I gain a pound or two, or even five.  We all make mistakes and even when we have met our “perfect” weight, there is a chance we will fluctuate five pounds (or less).  Life is not perfect, that I can accept; and I accept me.  I want to change, I can change, I will change — because I have nothing but time.  Talk to you soon……

Today is a going to be a really good day!  I am committed to exercising in the gym.  I am comitted to doing squats in the evening.  With the squats I do them until I no longer can (this way it is not as bad as it seems).  Calisthenics at home is easier when I do not complete a set number of sets/repetitions.  I just do them until I am weak. 

Breakfast was a egg white omelet with cheese and turkey bacon.  At 11:00am I will eat my mid morning snack of yogurt, fresh fruit and granola.  I don’t know about anyone else, but I need snack of more than 100 calories before working out in the gym.

Anyway, I feel great today and I hope everyone “Parties like a Rock Star”!