The good news. Yesterday was another day (2 in a row!) of healthy eating. The bad news (or maybe annoying news) is that the scale didn't move, but then again we know that isn't an automatic thing. It is just fun when it does.
The best news is that at CrossFit this morning, one of the girls mentioned how much weight I had lost and that I am looking SO good. I tried to graciously take the complement, but mentioned the scale hadn't moved much over the last few months, so I let her know that meant a lot to hear. So, even though I'm up a little, I think I'm actually looking better.
You know how when you lose a whole bunch of weight, you get that nasty skin around your middle? I try to be so thankful that I don't have that. I mean I spent a good portion of my life beyond morbidly obese and while I will never sport a bikini, I do not have the skin issue around my middle. However, my extremities were a whole different matter. Even though I have permanent scars from armpit to elbow, I will never regret having the skin taken off my arms.
Now the issue is my legs. They aren't lean enough yet to even discuss surgery, which I'm not as keen to do anyway. I have huge leg muscles but they are hard to see because of the fat that is left on my thighs (that junk would be the last to go) and the hangy grody skin. I'm always self conscious in shorts and skirts. I feel better when I'm tan, but because of my fair skin, that isn't easy to accomplish. That is why I LOVE winter. I can wear tights and leggings to hold at that hangy stuff in and wear shorter skirts without feeling self conscious. It is totally worth the cold and gloomy weather, because some of my favorite outfits are my short dresses which make me feel sassy and cute. YAY for winter!
I have tomorrow off and I plan to go down to Dealey Plaza for the JFK commemoration. Hopefully the weather won't be too bad. Next week I'm off to see the parents in Florida!!
Hugs!
Ladybug
Thursday, November 21, 2013
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Let's Do This
Hi. My name is Beth Ann and I used to be a blogger. When last we spoke, I was getting back on the wagon and working on my goal to lose 40 pounds by my 40th birthday. I had a great September!!
But then October came, I had a knee injury...IT Band Syndrome...which took me out of working out for about 2 weeks. I had a trip to Vegas which kept me out for another week. And during those three weeks, I gained over 7 pounds. Yeah, I'm truly an overachiever.
We all know though that those extra pounds were mostly bloating and most of it went away after a week of hard work and I settled in at about +3. I've been hanging there for a bit, completed unmotivated. I couldn't seem to make it a day without doing something silly, well eating something silly anyway.
Yesterday, I emailed some of my blogging besties and had them help me hold myself accountable for ONE day of good nutritional behavior. With the help of a little accountability, I was able to actually have one good day. I'm going for two in a row!!
I will say that although I'm frustrated with the extra pounds I put on last year (not just the 3 from last month, but the other 20 I found in 2012), I am starting to have confidence in myself. Physically, I mean. I remind myself that I'm a "normal" size, even if I'm not a normal weight. I think I look cute in my clothes and overall, I'm happy.
But the never-ending quest continues, and I know that I don't want to give up and just be content. I knew when I started this blog, that this was a life long endeavor. Even though I have taken a couple of steps back, I know that I can meet my goal. I just have to quit being so mentally lazy.
How is it that I can manage to push my body so much during a workout (yesterday I felt like my lungs were going to come out of my mouth!), but I have such a hard time eating grilled fish and veggies instead of enchiladas?
I'm not sure I can answer that question, but I will commit to making the right choices TODAY. I will worry about tomorrow, tomorrow.
Hugs!
But then October came, I had a knee injury...IT Band Syndrome...which took me out of working out for about 2 weeks. I had a trip to Vegas which kept me out for another week. And during those three weeks, I gained over 7 pounds. Yeah, I'm truly an overachiever.
We all know though that those extra pounds were mostly bloating and most of it went away after a week of hard work and I settled in at about +3. I've been hanging there for a bit, completed unmotivated. I couldn't seem to make it a day without doing something silly, well eating something silly anyway.
Yesterday, I emailed some of my blogging besties and had them help me hold myself accountable for ONE day of good nutritional behavior. With the help of a little accountability, I was able to actually have one good day. I'm going for two in a row!!
I will say that although I'm frustrated with the extra pounds I put on last year (not just the 3 from last month, but the other 20 I found in 2012), I am starting to have confidence in myself. Physically, I mean. I remind myself that I'm a "normal" size, even if I'm not a normal weight. I think I look cute in my clothes and overall, I'm happy.
But the never-ending quest continues, and I know that I don't want to give up and just be content. I knew when I started this blog, that this was a life long endeavor. Even though I have taken a couple of steps back, I know that I can meet my goal. I just have to quit being so mentally lazy.
How is it that I can manage to push my body so much during a workout (yesterday I felt like my lungs were going to come out of my mouth!), but I have such a hard time eating grilled fish and veggies instead of enchiladas?
I'm not sure I can answer that question, but I will commit to making the right choices TODAY. I will worry about tomorrow, tomorrow.
Hugs!
Monday, September 23, 2013
Back on the hamster wheel...
Two weeks ago, I had a GREAT and healthy week. I ate healthy the whole week even through the weekend and had nine workouts. I lost 2.6 pounds for my efforts and that was great! But I think I pushed myself too hard and I got sick.
Last week, I had zero workouts, ate healthy for the beginning of the week and then just stopped. I saw a gain of 1.4 pounds. Annoying results, but I made the choices that got me there. It is a new week with a new plan.
Food: the key is the weekend. I always do well M-Th and then lose it on the weekend. So, my plan will be to organize my meals for the weekend during the week. I think I will make some soup on Saturday and I thought I would grill on Sunday, or vice versa. That will keep me from eating out or picking up junk. This is the key. No matter how hard I work out or no matter how perfectly I eat during the week, if I do not stay focused on the weekend, it will all be for naught.
If you have any healthy but hearty soup recipes, let me know! I especially like ones in the crock pot.
Fitness: Eight workouts planned. But if I start feeling bad again, I will not push myself. I will listen to my body. Two weeks ago, I did not do that and I regret it. But after 10 days of antibiotics, I'm practical the Bionic Woman, so I should be all good.
Monday - lunch workout (I'm going to make a stab at running today. I haven't decided how long and how fast, but I'm going to try again.) & Jazzercise
Tuesday - CrossFit
Wedneday - Lunch workout & Jazzercise
Thursday - CrossFit & lunch workout
Friday - CrossFit
The past weekend was a fun one. Friday, BFF & I went out to dinner and just hung out together. Saturday, we went to the Red Bull Flugtag which was crazy and kind of awesome and then caught up on some TV. Sunday, we met Debi for dinner and then went to the Maroon 5 concert. It took 2 hours and 20 minutes to get the 2 miles to the concert venue. We missed Kelly Clarkson and it was crazy crowded, but we ended up having fun. I had packed for CrossFit thinking that I might be home by 10pm. Ha! It was more like midnight. I got about 5 hours of sleep last night so it will be an early one tonight. I'm definitely going back to CF tomorrow even though it is going to hurt. :-)
Hugs!
Last week, I had zero workouts, ate healthy for the beginning of the week and then just stopped. I saw a gain of 1.4 pounds. Annoying results, but I made the choices that got me there. It is a new week with a new plan.
Food: the key is the weekend. I always do well M-Th and then lose it on the weekend. So, my plan will be to organize my meals for the weekend during the week. I think I will make some soup on Saturday and I thought I would grill on Sunday, or vice versa. That will keep me from eating out or picking up junk. This is the key. No matter how hard I work out or no matter how perfectly I eat during the week, if I do not stay focused on the weekend, it will all be for naught.
If you have any healthy but hearty soup recipes, let me know! I especially like ones in the crock pot.
Fitness: Eight workouts planned. But if I start feeling bad again, I will not push myself. I will listen to my body. Two weeks ago, I did not do that and I regret it. But after 10 days of antibiotics, I'm practical the Bionic Woman, so I should be all good.
Monday - lunch workout (I'm going to make a stab at running today. I haven't decided how long and how fast, but I'm going to try again.) & Jazzercise
Tuesday - CrossFit
Wedneday - Lunch workout & Jazzercise
Thursday - CrossFit & lunch workout
Friday - CrossFit
The past weekend was a fun one. Friday, BFF & I went out to dinner and just hung out together. Saturday, we went to the Red Bull Flugtag which was crazy and kind of awesome and then caught up on some TV. Sunday, we met Debi for dinner and then went to the Maroon 5 concert. It took 2 hours and 20 minutes to get the 2 miles to the concert venue. We missed Kelly Clarkson and it was crazy crowded, but we ended up having fun. I had packed for CrossFit thinking that I might be home by 10pm. Ha! It was more like midnight. I got about 5 hours of sleep last night so it will be an early one tonight. I'm definitely going back to CF tomorrow even though it is going to hurt. :-)
Hugs!
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Bad news and Good news and a Total Win
First the bad... I have been "trying" to get sick for a while. Allergies are horrible right now but I kept fighting it taking Claritin and netty potting every day. But Monday morning, things were just beyond what I could handle. I got up for CrossFit and was all ready to go when I realized that I felt absolutely horrible and I needed to go to the doctor.
The doctor said that I had an ear infection that she hoped would be fixed with antibiotics. She also diagnosed an upper respiratory infection that she thought was probably viral. Those things along with a terrible ragweed season, put me over the edge. I won't even get into the sore muscle or pinched nerve in my neck.
Today though, I feel better. The antibiotics made quick work of the ear infection and I think they must be helping with the URI as well. If it weren't for my sore neck, it wouldn't be too terribly bad today. But at least I'm back at work and that takes my mind off of it for the most part.
Now for the good news!! After trying really hard last week and being extra diligent over the weekend:
Weekly Weigh InLoss for the week: 2.6 (!)
Total Challenge Loss: 11
Total Left to Lose: 29
The real difference came from watching my food over the weekend. I met my friend Debi at the movies on Saturday morning and instead of having the popcorn that I wanted, I brought a granola bar. Then afterward we went to Zoe's Kitchen which was healthy and delicious. Then that night, I had BFF over for dinner. I grilled sausages and veggies and baked sweet potatoes. Also healthy and delicious!! Sunday I ate the chili I cooked for my leftover lunches for the week. I did have some guacamole Saturday after noon and some chocolate throughout the weekend, but it was controlled and I was rewarded.
The total win came yesterday. When I'm sick, I generally comfort myself with food. However, instead of heading to Fuzzy's or Chipotle, I ate my leftover chili for lunch and sausage for dinner, just like I had planned before being sick. (Debi even emailed me and told me that I wasn't allowed to go to Fuzzy's or Chipotle just because I was sick. I'm so predictable. Ha!) I did end up having some popcorn when I was hungry, but again I was controlled.
Since I'm not working out these few days, I will have to be super diligent. I want to lose 7 pounds this month and I'm right on target, so I need to continue to work hard!
Hugs!
The doctor said that I had an ear infection that she hoped would be fixed with antibiotics. She also diagnosed an upper respiratory infection that she thought was probably viral. Those things along with a terrible ragweed season, put me over the edge. I won't even get into the sore muscle or pinched nerve in my neck.
Today though, I feel better. The antibiotics made quick work of the ear infection and I think they must be helping with the URI as well. If it weren't for my sore neck, it wouldn't be too terribly bad today. But at least I'm back at work and that takes my mind off of it for the most part.
Now for the good news!! After trying really hard last week and being extra diligent over the weekend:
Weekly Weigh InLoss for the week: 2.6 (!)
Total Challenge Loss: 11
Total Left to Lose: 29
The real difference came from watching my food over the weekend. I met my friend Debi at the movies on Saturday morning and instead of having the popcorn that I wanted, I brought a granola bar. Then afterward we went to Zoe's Kitchen which was healthy and delicious. Then that night, I had BFF over for dinner. I grilled sausages and veggies and baked sweet potatoes. Also healthy and delicious!! Sunday I ate the chili I cooked for my leftover lunches for the week. I did have some guacamole Saturday after noon and some chocolate throughout the weekend, but it was controlled and I was rewarded.
The total win came yesterday. When I'm sick, I generally comfort myself with food. However, instead of heading to Fuzzy's or Chipotle, I ate my leftover chili for lunch and sausage for dinner, just like I had planned before being sick. (Debi even emailed me and told me that I wasn't allowed to go to Fuzzy's or Chipotle just because I was sick. I'm so predictable. Ha!) I did end up having some popcorn when I was hungry, but again I was controlled.
Since I'm not working out these few days, I will have to be super diligent. I want to lose 7 pounds this month and I'm right on target, so I need to continue to work hard!
Hugs!
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Little Victories
Yesterday was a productive day. I followed my food plan, worked out twice and had an all around great day.
I went to the Rangers game last night with my besties. We had the sweetest seats on the first row at third base, right next to the visitors dugout. As you can see, I stand out from my friends. One of the Pirates went to my high school (albeit a "few" years later). I couldn't get myself to wear Pirates gear, but I supported him this way. The sad thing was that he didn't even play this game (he is usually a starter), so I didn't get to interact with him at all. Oh well.
I really need a haircut. :-) In the end, we made a big rally which could have resulted in a walk off win, but we couldn't quite get it done. Not even a little victory for my Rangers. But I'm ever the optimist, so I believe that today will be different! Go Rangers!
When I went to the game, I budgeted 2 regular hot dogs and that's it. I could have zero calorie drinks, but no beer, no popcorn, no french fries, etc. Hot dogs are not all that bad for you and quite filling, so I went for that. I ate my two hot dogs (one before the game and one around the third or fourth inning) and that was IT. They had free samples of beer and I passed it over. There were all sorts of different food options and I ignored them. I was so hungry on my way home from the game, but I managed to go straight home and go to bed. No late snacks and no wasted calories. I say it was a little victory, but it was actually a pretty big one.
I'm going to start documenting my calories in and out each day...just for a little while. I need to see on paper how much the little things affect the big picture. I am working on one month of good behavior...now through 10/10. That is my focus.
Hugs!
I went to the Rangers game last night with my besties. We had the sweetest seats on the first row at third base, right next to the visitors dugout. As you can see, I stand out from my friends. One of the Pirates went to my high school (albeit a "few" years later). I couldn't get myself to wear Pirates gear, but I supported him this way. The sad thing was that he didn't even play this game (he is usually a starter), so I didn't get to interact with him at all. Oh well.
When I went to the game, I budgeted 2 regular hot dogs and that's it. I could have zero calorie drinks, but no beer, no popcorn, no french fries, etc. Hot dogs are not all that bad for you and quite filling, so I went for that. I ate my two hot dogs (one before the game and one around the third or fourth inning) and that was IT. They had free samples of beer and I passed it over. There were all sorts of different food options and I ignored them. I was so hungry on my way home from the game, but I managed to go straight home and go to bed. No late snacks and no wasted calories. I say it was a little victory, but it was actually a pretty big one.
I'm going to start documenting my calories in and out each day...just for a little while. I need to see on paper how much the little things affect the big picture. I am working on one month of good behavior...now through 10/10. That is my focus.
Hugs!
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