I showed the hubs the photo yesterday. He thinks we need to cover the front of the fridge with fat pictures as a motivation to eat right. Not a bad idea.
Anyway, I hope this motivates someone out there today. It is proof that anyone can do this.
Monday, January 23, 2012
A Little Photo Motivation
I found this lovely before picture at my parents house. It is definate motivation to stay active and watch what I eat. Honestly, I can't remember the picture being taken. I am sure I blocked it from my memory.
I showed the hubs the photo yesterday. He thinks we need to cover the front of the fridge with fat pictures as a motivation to eat right. Not a bad idea.
Anyway, I hope this motivates someone out there today. It is proof that anyone can do this.
I showed the hubs the photo yesterday. He thinks we need to cover the front of the fridge with fat pictures as a motivation to eat right. Not a bad idea.
Anyway, I hope this motivates someone out there today. It is proof that anyone can do this.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Ten Things Thursday
Ten things Thursday, started by Laura at Beer, Dogs and Getting Healthier. If you haven't checked out her blog....well, go check it out.
1. Yesterday while Lesley and I were sweating with Jillian, she looked over at me at said my arms and shoulders were TINY. It is nice to hear tiny instead of wobbly or bat wing like (which in all honesty could have been said).
2. This is a random thought but it is one of life's little mysteries. In the mornings when I brush my teeth a spot of toothpaste always emerges on my shirt. It is not from my vanity because I have made sure to wipe it down. I don't ever see a drop fall from my mouth either. So, where does it come from? Seriously? Where? It baffles my mind every morning.
3. Tonight is Georgia's 2nd grade music program. It will last a whopping 25 minutes. I love that our music teacher knows that second graders have the attention span of gnats.
4. This fill seems to be doing its job. I am not snacking between meals. Isn't it strange that we have to stall to get even a little fill? Believe me, I could have used this fill before the holidays when all I wanted was chocolate.
5. I can not buy jeans that seem to fit me. I will fully admit to having no rear end. My legs and thighs are skinny and I still have my lovely stomach pooch. So when jeans fit me in the waist, they are huge in my butt. It looks like I have poopy pants all the time.
6. It is 78 degrees here today. It actually feels like spring. I miss winter.
7. All of a sudden my pug thinks she needs to ride in the car. When one of us opens the door she runs out and sits by my van. Maybe she wants to make a break for it. After all, this is one crazy household.
8. In order to bump up my protein, I have been drinking 2 protein shakes a day. It seems to really be working to up my protein to around 100 grams a day. Not only is it keeping me satisfied longer but it helps control my sugar cravings.
9. I know we all hate to talk about pooping but I seem to be seriously constipated all the time. I poop bricks or rabbit pellets. I drink tons of water, take Mira-Lax and nothing is working. It is a little frustrating for me because if I don't go, I don't lose. The scale will not budge. If you have any suggestions they would be greatly appreciated.
10. I have decided that I need to invent a talking scale. Before giving you your weight it will tell you things like, "You are so beautiful," "Look at you skinny," etc. Wouldn't that be nice to hear something like that when you are stepping on the devil box?
That is all! Have a great Thursday.
1. Yesterday while Lesley and I were sweating with Jillian, she looked over at me at said my arms and shoulders were TINY. It is nice to hear tiny instead of wobbly or bat wing like (which in all honesty could have been said).
2. This is a random thought but it is one of life's little mysteries. In the mornings when I brush my teeth a spot of toothpaste always emerges on my shirt. It is not from my vanity because I have made sure to wipe it down. I don't ever see a drop fall from my mouth either. So, where does it come from? Seriously? Where? It baffles my mind every morning.
3. Tonight is Georgia's 2nd grade music program. It will last a whopping 25 minutes. I love that our music teacher knows that second graders have the attention span of gnats.
4. This fill seems to be doing its job. I am not snacking between meals. Isn't it strange that we have to stall to get even a little fill? Believe me, I could have used this fill before the holidays when all I wanted was chocolate.
5. I can not buy jeans that seem to fit me. I will fully admit to having no rear end. My legs and thighs are skinny and I still have my lovely stomach pooch. So when jeans fit me in the waist, they are huge in my butt. It looks like I have poopy pants all the time.
6. It is 78 degrees here today. It actually feels like spring. I miss winter.
7. All of a sudden my pug thinks she needs to ride in the car. When one of us opens the door she runs out and sits by my van. Maybe she wants to make a break for it. After all, this is one crazy household.
8. In order to bump up my protein, I have been drinking 2 protein shakes a day. It seems to really be working to up my protein to around 100 grams a day. Not only is it keeping me satisfied longer but it helps control my sugar cravings.
9. I know we all hate to talk about pooping but I seem to be seriously constipated all the time. I poop bricks or rabbit pellets. I drink tons of water, take Mira-Lax and nothing is working. It is a little frustrating for me because if I don't go, I don't lose. The scale will not budge. If you have any suggestions they would be greatly appreciated.
10. I have decided that I need to invent a talking scale. Before giving you your weight it will tell you things like, "You are so beautiful," "Look at you skinny," etc. Wouldn't that be nice to hear something like that when you are stepping on the devil box?
That is all! Have a great Thursday.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Me....Circuit Training?! Who'd A Thunk?!
Today is the second time this week I have done this ridiculously hard circuit training DVD. Thanks Jillian! I both love and hate you (as I would with any great trainer).
See how Jillian is pointing directly at me? She is telling me that I am going to have abs like hers in about 90 days. Well, at least in my imagination she is.
This week goes a little something like this:
Sunday: Walked 2.5 miles (with my mom the speed walker at super hyper turbo speed)
Monday: Jillian and I had a date in my living room (where I was sweating like a hooker on payday)
Tuesday: Lesley and I walked our 3.5 miles uphill (I crawled because I was so sore. But I did it.)
Wednesday: Lesley and I worked out with Jillian (who told us there was no way we could be almost 40 because not only are we soooo beautiful but we have major flexibility! Hey, I can dream.).
Thursday: Planning on a cardio hill day
Friday: More of the Jillian love
Saturday: Rest day (seriously, rest as in 3 of the girls basketball games)
And then the fun will begin again next week!
I think it is absolutely insane that in a little under a year I have gone from couch potato to water aerobics to walking to distance walking to circuit training/walking. I CAN NOT imagine not exercising now. It has become such an ingrained habit....almost like breathing.
When I first started my journey and I was in the 300's there was not any exercising going on . When you are that heavy it hurts to even get out of bed, breathe and walk to the kitchen. After about 50 lbs. gone I found water aerobics. It is the perfect non-stressful exercise. And I wonderful calorie burner. After about 75 lbs. gone...I wanted to sweat. And that is when the walking started. Now, I would even do a boot camp (and I really don't ever want to..but I could)....I am not scared of any kind of challenge.
So, what I am getting at is this.................if you are at the beginning of your weight loss journey start with something that you feel comfortable doing. It may be a walk to the mailbox or a stroll around the block. Maybe your gym has a water aerobics or low impact aerobic class. Just start somewhere. Anywhere is better than sitting on your couch feeling miserable.
If you want to be successful in your weight loss you will have to start exercising at some point. So why not start today? Make it your daily habit. Pretty soon you will not know how you lived without it. Really...I swear (I wouldn't lie about that!).
Happy Workout Wednesday!!!
This week goes a little something like this:
Sunday: Walked 2.5 miles (with my mom the speed walker at super hyper turbo speed)
Monday: Jillian and I had a date in my living room (where I was sweating like a hooker on payday)
Tuesday: Lesley and I walked our 3.5 miles uphill (I crawled because I was so sore. But I did it.)
Wednesday: Lesley and I worked out with Jillian (who told us there was no way we could be almost 40 because not only are we soooo beautiful but we have major flexibility! Hey, I can dream.).
Thursday: Planning on a cardio hill day
Friday: More of the Jillian love
Saturday: Rest day (seriously, rest as in 3 of the girls basketball games)
And then the fun will begin again next week!
I think it is absolutely insane that in a little under a year I have gone from couch potato to water aerobics to walking to distance walking to circuit training/walking. I CAN NOT imagine not exercising now. It has become such an ingrained habit....almost like breathing.
When I first started my journey and I was in the 300's there was not any exercising going on . When you are that heavy it hurts to even get out of bed, breathe and walk to the kitchen. After about 50 lbs. gone I found water aerobics. It is the perfect non-stressful exercise. And I wonderful calorie burner. After about 75 lbs. gone...I wanted to sweat. And that is when the walking started. Now, I would even do a boot camp (and I really don't ever want to..but I could)....I am not scared of any kind of challenge.
So, what I am getting at is this.................if you are at the beginning of your weight loss journey start with something that you feel comfortable doing. It may be a walk to the mailbox or a stroll around the block. Maybe your gym has a water aerobics or low impact aerobic class. Just start somewhere. Anywhere is better than sitting on your couch feeling miserable.
If you want to be successful in your weight loss you will have to start exercising at some point. So why not start today? Make it your daily habit. Pretty soon you will not know how you lived without it. Really...I swear (I wouldn't lie about that!).
Happy Workout Wednesday!!!
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Give Away!!!
Sarah over at Fat So Sarah is giving away an awesome Jillian workout package. Check it out!!
Sunday, January 15, 2012
What Happens When You Start Living
Junior ROTC Marine Corps Ball 2012
Me, Georgia and Kevin
Me and Georia all dressed up
Georgia being escorted to her seat
Georgia dancing
Georgia and Kevin (A.K.A. Daddy)
Well, this weekend I did something totally unexpected. My husband asked me to attend a Junior ROTC Marine Corps Ball with him. I didn't even hesitate. I just said yes. I am sure he was surprised by my response. He is used to me trying to get out of going anywhere.
He just happened to have an extra ticket and my youngest daughter (who is in love with all things dressy and princess-like) asked to go with us. I got myself ready and curled her hair and let her put a little glittery makeup on. She felt like an 7 year old princess.
I almost cried when the Marine asked for my permission to escort her to the table and also later when he asked if he could dance with her. Just watching her little face light up made my night. She danced with my husband when they asked the men to dance with their favorite "gals". She danced with me. She was in heaven.
Sometimes, it pains me to think of the things I missed out on because I was too scared to face life when I was heavier. I can't imagine all the times it must have broken my girls heart to watch their mom retreat from events because of weight.
But now, I have another chance. Another chance to be present in my own life. To see what happens when I actually start living and embrace life.
I won't squander it away this time. I will live life to the fullest. That is a promise I make to my family, friends and mainly to myself.
Friday, January 13, 2012
The Inevitable Finally Happened...............
It was just a matter of time before it happened.
Yesterday at the surgeon as I stepped on the scale is showed no change in weight for the last month. That's right....NADA, ZILCH, ZERO a big fat doughnut!
What????? How the heck did that happen? I almost yelled, "that scale is a dirty lying whore!" But, then I remembered my hubby has to work with those people so I refrained from my Tourettes moment.
Anyway, how did this happen? I exercise like a fiend. I track my calories...obsessively. Was it that it is that TOM? Water retention? The strength training I have added?
Long story short, I got a much needed fill. I am hoping that will break the plateau. I hadn't had a fill in 6 months!
I have decided on a new game plan. I am going to make sure to drink ONE protein shake a day before or immediately after working out. My protein is still something I struggle with and that will put protein intake into the green zone.
I am really going to watch my sugar and carbs. Because, I really like my chocolate but obviously, it doesn't like me as well. And ditto for salt. I look at salt and retain water.
So, while this is frustrating. It is not something that makes me want to throw in the towel. It actually makes me all the more determined to lose these last 15 lbs.
Oh, and this morning when I stepped on my scale......it was 5 lbs. less than at the doctors office. Dirty, lying, no good, b@#* of a scale! I am telling you....scales are evil.
Happy Friday everyone!!! I hope your scale is not your enemy today.
Yesterday at the surgeon as I stepped on the scale is showed no change in weight for the last month. That's right....NADA, ZILCH, ZERO a big fat doughnut!
What????? How the heck did that happen? I almost yelled, "that scale is a dirty lying whore!" But, then I remembered my hubby has to work with those people so I refrained from my Tourettes moment.
Anyway, how did this happen? I exercise like a fiend. I track my calories...obsessively. Was it that it is that TOM? Water retention? The strength training I have added?
Long story short, I got a much needed fill. I am hoping that will break the plateau. I hadn't had a fill in 6 months!
I have decided on a new game plan. I am going to make sure to drink ONE protein shake a day before or immediately after working out. My protein is still something I struggle with and that will put protein intake into the green zone.
I am really going to watch my sugar and carbs. Because, I really like my chocolate but obviously, it doesn't like me as well. And ditto for salt. I look at salt and retain water.
So, while this is frustrating. It is not something that makes me want to throw in the towel. It actually makes me all the more determined to lose these last 15 lbs.
Oh, and this morning when I stepped on my scale......it was 5 lbs. less than at the doctors office. Dirty, lying, no good, b@#* of a scale! I am telling you....scales are evil.
Happy Friday everyone!!! I hope your scale is not your enemy today.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Tag - I'm It!!!
The Rules
1. Post these rules.
2. You must post 11 random things yourself
3. Answer the questions the tagger set for you in their post.
4. Create 11 new questions for the people you tag to answer.
5. Go to their blog and tell them that you've tagged them.
6. No stuff in the tagging section about ‘you are tagged if you are reading this.’ Blah blah blah, you legitimately have to tag 11 peeps!
Eleven Random Things About Me
1. I will turn the big 40 this year. June 6th to be exact. I will start my 40's skinnier and healthier than my 30's!!!!
2. I am a master level make-up artist. I worked in the cosmetic industry for over 10 years.
3. I HATE mushrooms so bad that I told my college roommate that I was allergic to them. That way she wouldn't make me try them! (Sorry E!)
4. My pug is my 4th child. She thinks she is human.
5. I love to read.
6. I was born in Bellingham, Washington which is very close to the Canadian border.
7. I moved to Alabama my junior year in high school. Can you say culture shock?
8. My idea of roughing it is having to stay in a hotel with no room service. Needless to say, I am not a fan of camping.
9. I do not like sappy movies. I am a comedy kind of gal.
10. My decorating style is French Country. But not fancy French Country. More rustic than fussy. (My great grandmother was from France....she came over through Ellis Island.)
Robyn's Questions:
- . Favorite hockey team? I don't have one. I honestly have never watched hockey. Scandalous right?
- House/townhouse/apartment/condo/ other- Where do you live? House....and get this...we live in an underground house. It is built into a hill. How fun is that?
- Do you live in the Country or the City? Country. We have 15 acres.
- What was your best Christmas gift ever? I honestly can not think of one thing!
- What is your favorite Beach to visit? Gulf Shores, Alabama
- Would you want to know when and how you will die if you could not change it or would you prefer to not know? I do not want to know any detail about my death. I would obsess about it too much.
- Do you believe it love at first sight? Lust yes. Love no. I think we can definitely be attracted to people. But, to love someone you really have to know them.
- Do you still talk to your first best friend? We are FB friends.
- Do you like dogs or cats better? Do you have any of either? I am a definite dog person.
- What is your profession? Do you enjoy it? Right now I am a stay at home mom. Sometimes, I miss the corporate world. Talking to adults all day sure would be nice.
- What is your favorite book and/or author? My favorite book is Ask Again Later by Jill A. Davis. It is crazy how much that book is so much like my life.
P I will tag everyone a little later! I am in between basketball practices with the kids!
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