December 31, 2012
Morning Day 2
I'm hosting a New Years Eve party tonight. Goal for the day is to stay un track up until the party. I know I will eat more than a "normal" day, but I want to be sensible. Beware unconscious social grazing!
December 30, 2012
morning day 1
I can do this. I have a calorie breakdown for the day, and I'm going to stick to it. Breakfast was under 500 calories. Just get through today.
December 29, 2012
ugh
I am caught up in self loathing tonight. i don't want to make a weight-loss related new years resolution this year but i fear it is unavoidable given my long string of poor eatting decisions. I'm entertaining the idea of blogging daily from my phone.
April 26, 2012
Aspirations
I have some aspirations, they aren't grandiose, or pipe dreams, they are little things in my life I would like to change. Little things that will make me feel better about myself, prevent stress, and make me feel like I've achieved adulthood.
As you can tell I really struggle with house-management. It's not because I wasn't raised well, my mom tried hard to instill values of cleanliness. They just didn't stick. I'm finding out that being a messy person is more work than being an organized one. I'm not doing a clean-sweep of the house this time. I'm taking it little by little, day by day. Before I leave a room I look around and to do one thing to make it better before leaving. I am also working on finishing individual projects.
I don't want my house to be a constant disaster area. I want to have friends and family over at the drop of a hat without worrying about whether or not there will be a place for them to sit (because right now there's crap occupying all the seats).
I can do this...
- I want to use reusable bags every time I go to the grocery store. I hate the overflowing cupboard full of plastic bags! They are a huge waste of space and bad for the environment. Not only will I feel good about myself for doing something good for the environment, eventually I will have another cupboard available to store things that are actually worth-while.
- I want to be one of those people that "can't go to bed unless the kitchen is clean". I hate having a dirty kitchen, and yet mine is always in a state of chaos.
- I want to make my bed every day. They say if you make the bed you are more likely to keep the rest of your house in order. It also keeps your blankets from getting all wonky and your husband from accusing you of blanked-hogging.
- I want to be a *fit* person. I have been the last two months, and I'd like it to continue. I had surgery on my foot, which has slowed me down slightly, but I am still managing a gym-visit three times a week to lift weights.
- I want to work on ONE PROJECT AT A TIME! I am always in the middle of at least 6 projects at any given time. This means that I hardly ever complete any projects because I keep jumping back and forth between them. It also means that my house is a mess because each project is sitting out.
- I need to clean up after myself. Simple, you would think. Make a meal, clean the dishes. Finish a project, put all the tools away. Take something out, put it away when done.
As you can tell I really struggle with house-management. It's not because I wasn't raised well, my mom tried hard to instill values of cleanliness. They just didn't stick. I'm finding out that being a messy person is more work than being an organized one. I'm not doing a clean-sweep of the house this time. I'm taking it little by little, day by day. Before I leave a room I look around and to do one thing to make it better before leaving. I am also working on finishing individual projects.
I don't want my house to be a constant disaster area. I want to have friends and family over at the drop of a hat without worrying about whether or not there will be a place for them to sit (because right now there's crap occupying all the seats).
I can do this...
April 13, 2012
treading water
Well, I've gone up about 1.5 pounds since last week. So, not much has happened weight-wise in my month and a half of faithful gym membership.
I am discouraged! But I am pushing ahead! I want to carry out this program for the full 3 months. I AM really proud of myself for sticking to my exercise plan this month and a half, I just wish I had more to show for it. Maybe things are happening to my body I'm not aware of.
Perhaps what my dietician is telling me IS too good to be true... I am really tempted to try something new, but am trying to resist the urge.
Is it possible to just have a body that doesn't respond to diet and exercise?
I am discouraged! But I am pushing ahead! I want to carry out this program for the full 3 months. I AM really proud of myself for sticking to my exercise plan this month and a half, I just wish I had more to show for it. Maybe things are happening to my body I'm not aware of.
Perhaps what my dietician is telling me IS too good to be true... I am really tempted to try something new, but am trying to resist the urge.
Is it possible to just have a body that doesn't respond to diet and exercise?
April 6, 2012
more more more!
Over the past month I have probably increased my food intake by 50% using my dietician's guidelines. And I have not gained any weight! In fact I have lost a little! Today was my 1 month check-in and I am very proud of myself. I have been getting to the gym 5-6 days per week and have made several modifications to my diet:
- I found 2 healthy cereals that I like. The guidelines for a "good" cereal are 3g of Fiber per 100 calories. A serving should be around 100 calories and about a cup (I would say at least 3/4). My 2 cereals are plain Kix and a generic version of Vanilla Almond Special K which I buy at Aldis. I'm really loving the Special K right now. *A note on generics, always check the labels! Walmarts generic version of this same cereal only has 1 gram of fiber!
- I also added fruit to my breakfast. A 1/2 Cup of frozen berries, which I warm in the microwave, are added to breakfast almost all the time. Some days I do get lazy and skip this step, but not often.
- I've incorporated more whole grains into my diet. The hunt for whole wheat bread that I really enjoy is still on, but the good news is I am off the white bread. I DO still miss it, nothing beats sourdough in my book. Besides bread, I've made brown rice a couple times this month to go with dinner, and my friend Carrie gave me my first taste of Quinua! It was good!
- Continuing with whole grains I found a snack that I enjoy: Quaker Mini Rice Cakes. They come in all different flavors, and eat like a potato chip. The background rice-cake flavor actually reminds me of popcorn. (popcorn is a whole grain so that is a great snack too, but I can't stand the texture. yes I am weird). A snack should be roughly 100 calories. These snacks are a little saltier than the nutritionist would like, I am going to compare the different flavors and see if one has less than the others. She said it is fine to have, but probably not more than 3x per week.
- Before I started this program my lunch consisted of a banana at noon and a milk-based chai tea in the afternoon. I now eat lunch every single day. Some days I have a serving of Progresso Soup (there are 2 per can), a piece of whole wheat toast, and a glass of milk. Other days I make myself a 2 egg omelet with LOTS of mushrooms, green onion and 1/2 a slice of colby cheese along with a piece of whole wheat toast and milk.
- Dinner has pretty much stayed the same. We have salad before dinner more often and I stop eating when I am full. I have always made our meals from scratch so there wasn't too much to improve upon.
March 29, 2012
Pet Peeve
Dear Anyone who is older than I am,
Please do not tell me it will be easier for me to lose weight because I am young! That is infuriating!
Please do not tell me it will be easier for me to lose weight because I am young! That is infuriating!
March 27, 2012
Dangerous Territory?
I am eating often, and it is amazing... I feel like I am throwing caution to the wind, but I am in fact listening to a nutritionists advice. I hope this works, because it is so much better than the usual diet. When I met with her a month ago I had been on Weight Watchers for a few weeks and was sticking to that plan pretty faithfully. Nutritionist told me flat out that I was not eating enough food. Period. I know I haven't gained any weight since I started eating regularly, which is a great sign. Weight loss cannot be determined yet.
Wheat bread and I still aren't friends. I haven't found one I really like and I miss my sour dough :( I honestly don't eat that much bread, so I might give up the hunt on this one eventually. If I am only eating a few slices a week (maybe 4) is it that big of a deal?
I'm really proud of myself in regards to exercising. 2 weeks ago I made it to the gym 6 days in a week, and last week 5 days. This week is off to a good start as well. I feel great! I have so much more energy! You'd think you would have less when you expend so much at the gym, but it has been the opposite. I am dedicated to keeping up with this routine for my 3-month program. Dear God, Mother Nature, My Disobedient Innards, whoever is listening... please give me some results in these 3 months so I can commit to a lifestyle change and not falter!
In other news, I am disassociating this blog with my business. It is "public-personal" and not a good mesh with young Lego builders.
Wheat bread and I still aren't friends. I haven't found one I really like and I miss my sour dough :( I honestly don't eat that much bread, so I might give up the hunt on this one eventually. If I am only eating a few slices a week (maybe 4) is it that big of a deal?
I'm really proud of myself in regards to exercising. 2 weeks ago I made it to the gym 6 days in a week, and last week 5 days. This week is off to a good start as well. I feel great! I have so much more energy! You'd think you would have less when you expend so much at the gym, but it has been the opposite. I am dedicated to keeping up with this routine for my 3-month program. Dear God, Mother Nature, My Disobedient Innards, whoever is listening... please give me some results in these 3 months so I can commit to a lifestyle change and not falter!
In other news, I am disassociating this blog with my business. It is "public-personal" and not a good mesh with young Lego builders.
February 12, 2012
Monster Cookies
Confession, I ate a lot of these cookies. That's what happens when something delicious and on the bad list enters my house after a few weeks of dieting... if I am a good girl through Thursday I will stay within points, which shouldn't be too hard.
I'm pretty sure these are the best cookies I have ever eaten. I don't think that's just my unsatiated sweet tooth talking either. It's every cookie you've ever loves mixed into one. There were no raisins in the ones I had, which made them even better.
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/monster-cookies-recipe/index.html
Paula Dean, you are a genius! If you're too lazy to follow the link, here's the recipe :)
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Do not overbake. Let stand for about 3 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool. When cool, store in large resealable plastic bags.
I'm pretty sure these are the best cookies I have ever eaten. I don't think that's just my unsatiated sweet tooth talking either. It's every cookie you've ever loves mixed into one. There were no raisins in the ones I had, which made them even better.
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/monster-cookies-recipe/index.html
Paula Dean, you are a genius! If you're too lazy to follow the link, here's the recipe :)
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 12-ounce jar creamy peanut butter
- 1 stick butter, softened
- 1/2 cup multi-colored chocolate candies
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup raisins, optional
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 4 1/2 cups quick-cooking oatmeal (not instant)
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats.
In a very large mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugars. Mix well. Add the salt, vanilla, peanut butter, and butter. Mix well. Stir in the chocolate candies, chocolate chips, raisins, if using, baking soda, and oatmeal. Drop by tablespoons 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Do not overbake. Let stand for about 3 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool. When cool, store in large resealable plastic bags.
February 11, 2012
Wellness Extention, 1st Visit
Yesterday I went to the Wellness Extension for my first meeting with a nutritionist. It was very informative, and a little confusing. I don't think I will take all of her advice at the moment, but I think it was all good.
My nutritionist doesn't think I am eating enough. It's true, my lunch is meager and there aren't a lot of carbohydrates throughout the day. Carbs and I have a love-hate relationship. They cost points on Weight Watchers so I regulate them pretty carefully.
She advised me to add a second starch to my breakfast as well as some fruit. Doubling the carbohydrates in breakfast that already satisfies me and works with the W.W. program is not something I'm about to do. I will however add a cup of fruit to my cereal because it is delicious and goes along with her advice! Once I start exercising regularly I might find that I need those additional carbs, so I might split breakfast up and have a second helping after my workout. For now, I am keeping my cereal as is and just adding fruit.
It was also suggested that I add protein & carbs to my lunch as well as snacks. I can just hear the points adding up! Yikes! For the past 2 weeks I have been eating a banana around lunchtime and then a few hours later having a milk-based chai tea. Those two items have been holding me over until dinner. I think I could make a change here and eat some hummus with vegetables (oh yeah, she said to eat veggies at lunch time too). Maybe not everyday, but it would put some more variety in my diet.
Cereal is the topic that confused me. It all made perfect sense until I went to the grocery store. The guidelines are: (1) A serving should be around 100 calories (2) Should be whole grains (3) For every 100 calories you should have at least 3 grams of Fiber and (4) Low amounts of sugar. When I told her I was eating Kix, she said it wasn't "the best" choice, but when I compared it to the guidelines it was in line with everything I need! It's not easy to find something that fits all of the guidelines, and Kix does. A lot of the cereals that look/sound healthy are full of sugar, and are high in calories.
It seems to me there are 3 catagories of cereal where Fiber is concerned: Those with 1 or less grams, those with 3, and those with 6 or more. 6 or more is a little excessive if you ask me, and that was the impression the nutritionist was giving as well.
My nutritionist doesn't think I am eating enough. It's true, my lunch is meager and there aren't a lot of carbohydrates throughout the day. Carbs and I have a love-hate relationship. They cost points on Weight Watchers so I regulate them pretty carefully.
She advised me to add a second starch to my breakfast as well as some fruit. Doubling the carbohydrates in breakfast that already satisfies me and works with the W.W. program is not something I'm about to do. I will however add a cup of fruit to my cereal because it is delicious and goes along with her advice! Once I start exercising regularly I might find that I need those additional carbs, so I might split breakfast up and have a second helping after my workout. For now, I am keeping my cereal as is and just adding fruit.
It was also suggested that I add protein & carbs to my lunch as well as snacks. I can just hear the points adding up! Yikes! For the past 2 weeks I have been eating a banana around lunchtime and then a few hours later having a milk-based chai tea. Those two items have been holding me over until dinner. I think I could make a change here and eat some hummus with vegetables (oh yeah, she said to eat veggies at lunch time too). Maybe not everyday, but it would put some more variety in my diet.
Cereal is the topic that confused me. It all made perfect sense until I went to the grocery store. The guidelines are: (1) A serving should be around 100 calories (2) Should be whole grains (3) For every 100 calories you should have at least 3 grams of Fiber and (4) Low amounts of sugar. When I told her I was eating Kix, she said it wasn't "the best" choice, but when I compared it to the guidelines it was in line with everything I need! It's not easy to find something that fits all of the guidelines, and Kix does. A lot of the cereals that look/sound healthy are full of sugar, and are high in calories.
It seems to me there are 3 catagories of cereal where Fiber is concerned: Those with 1 or less grams, those with 3, and those with 6 or more. 6 or more is a little excessive if you ask me, and that was the impression the nutritionist was giving as well.
February 9, 2012
168.6
This week I lost 2 pounds! My current weight is 168.6! I really thought this was going to be a bad week--I went out to dinner twice and we had friends over for a less-then-healthy dinner over the weekend. I went over my points allowance by 14 points last week, but I did earn 9 activity points. This week I want to stay within my weekly points and also keep up with my exercising. 9 points earns me $22.50.
Tomorrow I am applying for the gym membership that is covered for 3 months by my insurance. If they accept me into the program I would like to start either Feb. 27th or March 1st, after I get back from the cruise. I don't want to start off the program by missing a week.
For the first time I can really see myself seeing this through. I've had 3 weeks of success and am excited to continue. I've managed to lose weight even when I am not in full control of my diet. I found out EJ and I will be going to the beach this summer and it is fueling my fire even more--I want to wear a bikini. And what's even more, I think I can get there! It's always felt impossible.
I looked up a BMI calculator today to make sure my goal of 135 pounds is a healthy goal, and it looks like it is. I also found out that I am very close to getting out of the "overweight" range! 164 is now a mini-goal-weight I am looking forward to.
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February 3, 2012
No Excuses Couch Potato!
I am a fan of the show "Biggest Loser" and "The Revolution". The Revolution isn't that great, and I can't put my finger on why. They do give a lot of good advice and relevant information for your life but the timing and segues are terrible. Maybe I did just put my finger on it. The Biggest Loser is just a lot of drama and inspiration. If those people can run on the treadmill I certainly could.
"No Excuses" is the theme for this season of The Biggest Loser. One of my most common excuses is that the gym is too far away, too expensive, or too inconvenient. I'm considering abolishing this way of thinking. There is a wellness extension in Meadville (30 minutes away) that is offering a program through my insurance. They do your blood-work 2 times, have you meet with nutritionists and trainers over 3 months. If you average going to the gym 3x per week your insurance covers the membership for those three months. Sounds like a pretty sweet deal to me! I am SUPER cheap, so it might work as good motivation. My sister-in-law told me about it and is going to do it. She lives across the street & works as a nurse so we could probably go together occasionally.
"If you sit on the couch you won't work out" was the message that resonated with me from The Revolution. It's definitely true for me, and I've made a habit of it. When I get up in the morning I make breakfast and eat it while watching "The Daily Show" on the couch. Once I sit there all comfy cozy I never want to get up. I need to stop doing this. I don't think Jon Stewart is my problem, I could probably watch at my computer desk and be fine.
The Revolution also suggested that I lay out my workout clothes and put them on right when I wake up. I will be more likely to get going. If I put all these tidbits together, they are telling me I should wake up, get dressed, have breakfast and go to the gym first thing. I think it's a great idea.
I'm really lucky in that I work from home and can make my own schedule. Most people trying to lose weight don't have this luxury and use it as their excuse. The least I can do is validate their excuse by being successful!
I haven't sat on the couch today and it's 1:20pm. I've filled BrickLink orders, eaten a delicious omlet and took a 45 minute walk. I feel awesome!
"No Excuses" is the theme for this season of The Biggest Loser. One of my most common excuses is that the gym is too far away, too expensive, or too inconvenient. I'm considering abolishing this way of thinking. There is a wellness extension in Meadville (30 minutes away) that is offering a program through my insurance. They do your blood-work 2 times, have you meet with nutritionists and trainers over 3 months. If you average going to the gym 3x per week your insurance covers the membership for those three months. Sounds like a pretty sweet deal to me! I am SUPER cheap, so it might work as good motivation. My sister-in-law told me about it and is going to do it. She lives across the street & works as a nurse so we could probably go together occasionally.
"If you sit on the couch you won't work out" was the message that resonated with me from The Revolution. It's definitely true for me, and I've made a habit of it. When I get up in the morning I make breakfast and eat it while watching "The Daily Show" on the couch. Once I sit there all comfy cozy I never want to get up. I need to stop doing this. I don't think Jon Stewart is my problem, I could probably watch at my computer desk and be fine.
The Revolution also suggested that I lay out my workout clothes and put them on right when I wake up. I will be more likely to get going. If I put all these tidbits together, they are telling me I should wake up, get dressed, have breakfast and go to the gym first thing. I think it's a great idea.
I'm really lucky in that I work from home and can make my own schedule. Most people trying to lose weight don't have this luxury and use it as their excuse. The least I can do is validate their excuse by being successful!
I haven't sat on the couch today and it's 1:20pm. I've filled BrickLink orders, eaten a delicious omlet and took a 45 minute walk. I feel awesome!
February 2, 2012
170.6
:-D -1.4 pounds! Nice! I am pleased with that for this week. I didn't exercise so I don't get to put any money aside. But I didn't do nothing, I did do 20 squats a day and lifted some weights last night, but nothing longer than 5 minutes so it doesn't count.
Another week ahead, let's focus and stay on track! Remember your goal Abbie: Stick to it!
Another week ahead, let's focus and stay on track! Remember your goal Abbie: Stick to it!
February 1, 2012
Rose in Full Bloom
My new rose design is now available! I am really excited about it and am going to phase out my old design. This one is much more my own and a much sturdier design.
Weigh-in is tomorrow and again I am a little nervous. Working out has not happened this week at all--I just haven't made the time. In addition, we've been celebrating EJ's Birthday all week so there has been a bigger variety of foods that I didn't have control over. I have managed to stay within my points for the week so hopefully I will still see some improvement--fingers crossed!
While I haven't been working out I have been working on finishing unfinished projects. I realized all these projects were what was cluttering my basement. I'm getting through them one at a time and feel good about it. A clean house makes for an uncluttered mind. In the future I should limit myself to two projects at a time, but we all know that won't happen! I'll try... Once I get all of these unfinished projects I want to get started on my sister-in-law's wedding quilt.
Tune in tomorrow for the weigh in! I'm hoping to lose 1 pound!
Weigh-in is tomorrow and again I am a little nervous. Working out has not happened this week at all--I just haven't made the time. In addition, we've been celebrating EJ's Birthday all week so there has been a bigger variety of foods that I didn't have control over. I have managed to stay within my points for the week so hopefully I will still see some improvement--fingers crossed!
While I haven't been working out I have been working on finishing unfinished projects. I realized all these projects were what was cluttering my basement. I'm getting through them one at a time and feel good about it. A clean house makes for an uncluttered mind. In the future I should limit myself to two projects at a time, but we all know that won't happen! I'll try... Once I get all of these unfinished projects I want to get started on my sister-in-law's wedding quilt.
Tune in tomorrow for the weigh in! I'm hoping to lose 1 pound!
January 26, 2012
172 on the nose
That's down 1.8 since last Thursdays weigh-in. Not holding my breath, I fluctuate a lot.
In keeping with my previous routine of paying myself for activity, I am going to earn $2.5 for every Weight Watchers "Activity Point". In the few days I was on the program last week I earned 9 points = $22.5 I have a couple straggling walks from November still in the old jar, so we'll make it $32.5 this week.
I hope this new take on dieting shows results because so far it seems like something I could live with. I have options, and I do not feel deprived. I actually have made my day more tasty instead of less. My favorite is breakfast: mushroom & green onion omlet w/ a glass of ovaltine. On days that I don't feel like cooking I have cereal + ovaltine that is worth the same amount.
I still struggle with a nagging sensation after dinner that I want some chocolate. We don't have any in the house, so it's easy to just tell myself 'tough luck'. But I know from past experience that sometimes I will break down and just whip up some brownies from scratch (oh the dangers of knowing how to cook!). Has anyone out there found a cure for these nagging feelings??
In keeping with my previous routine of paying myself for activity, I am going to earn $2.5 for every Weight Watchers "Activity Point". In the few days I was on the program last week I earned 9 points = $22.5 I have a couple straggling walks from November still in the old jar, so we'll make it $32.5 this week.
I hope this new take on dieting shows results because so far it seems like something I could live with. I have options, and I do not feel deprived. I actually have made my day more tasty instead of less. My favorite is breakfast: mushroom & green onion omlet w/ a glass of ovaltine. On days that I don't feel like cooking I have cereal + ovaltine that is worth the same amount.
I still struggle with a nagging sensation after dinner that I want some chocolate. We don't have any in the house, so it's easy to just tell myself 'tough luck'. But I know from past experience that sometimes I will break down and just whip up some brownies from scratch (oh the dangers of knowing how to cook!). Has anyone out there found a cure for these nagging feelings??
January 25, 2012
Jitters
Tomorrow is the big day : my starting weigh-in. I'm a little nervous. I want to see a difference from last week (even when I am not on some kind of plan I write down my weight every Thursday). It seems like I am always hearing about "large numbers" the first couple of weeks and then you should lose 1-2 pounds per week... in my world 1-2 pounds was the dramatic portion returning to zeros after that. I want that pattern to change, and I'm nervous it won't.
I sweated again today, go me! I really didn't want to, the couch was very comfortable and warm. I braved the 30 degree weather and took a 35 min walk after doing 15 minutes or so of varying crunches. I even threw in a couple of spurts of jogging (incredibly unusual for me).
Fruits & veggies are still being consumed.
Overall, it's been a good day, I'm just nervous about the scale.
I sweated again today, go me! I really didn't want to, the couch was very comfortable and warm. I braved the 30 degree weather and took a 35 min walk after doing 15 minutes or so of varying crunches. I even threw in a couple of spurts of jogging (incredibly unusual for me).
Fruits & veggies are still being consumed.
Overall, it's been a good day, I'm just nervous about the scale.
January 24, 2012
Exercise Revisited
A friend of mine told me if I want to lose weight I'll have to do more than walk. Losing weight requires sweating. At least, that's what she says. She's been around the block when it comes to diet & exercise, and I think she might be on to something. For some people walking is enough, but I've walked enough on a consistent basis to know that I will not lose any weight that way.
That being said, I have done some sweating these past two days. Wish me luck keeping this up! While trying to get to my goal weight I think I should "sweat" 5 days a week. Once I reach my goal walking should help me maintain. If I'm not walking 3 days a week of some other form of exercise should suffice. These are only hypothesis.
My plan is to do my 20 minute P90X Ab-Ripper work out 3 days a week. Would that be considered cardio? I want to offset the other 2 days a week with something else. If an Ab workout is cardio then I will lift weights the other two days, if not I will need to find something.
That being said, I have done some sweating these past two days. Wish me luck keeping this up! While trying to get to my goal weight I think I should "sweat" 5 days a week. Once I reach my goal walking should help me maintain. If I'm not walking 3 days a week of some other form of exercise should suffice. These are only hypothesis.
My plan is to do my 20 minute P90X Ab-Ripper work out 3 days a week. Would that be considered cardio? I want to offset the other 2 days a week with something else. If an Ab workout is cardio then I will lift weights the other two days, if not I will need to find something.
January 23, 2012
Weight Watchers Re-visited
In case you haven't noticed, I am terrible at blogging. Nonetheless, I am here again. Perhaps my blogging mirrors my weight-loss efforts? Yes, I think it does.
I joined Weight Watchers for the second time yesterday. I've got the mid-winter, feeling fat, blues and to top it off I will be wearing a swim suit in less than a month *gasp!* This time around I would like to do things a little differently.
Firstly, I need to exercise more. It's a fact of life. Like it or not I am pretty sedentary during the winter months and it doesn't do me any favors. The less I do, the more depressed I get. I'm looking for 20 minutes of exercise, 5 days a week. So far, so good, but it's only Day 1.
Secondly, I'd like to fill my meals & snacks with fruits and vegetables. They are worth 0 points on the Weight Watchers system and are something my body actually needs. One thing I dislike about diets in general is the use of weird filler foods like cool whip, tasteless cereal, and 100 calorie packs. Those foods make me feel like I'm not eating anything. Mushrooms and green onions are going to be a household staple from now on. My husband and I both love them. Bananas are already a staple, but EJ is the only one eating them, now it's my turn. I'd also like to make some apple chips. I have a dehydrator and they will make a nice crunchy-sweet snack.
Lastly, I am not going to get in a smoothie rut! Last time I did weight watchers I had a smoothie for lunch ever day. Lunch is not satisfying if there is nothing to chew! I'm thinking a good turkey sandwich is in order. Cucumber would be a nice addition to sandwiches. I like it at Subway, why not do the same at home?
I have about a million goals jumping around in my head, but the only one I care to voice is to stick with it. Yes I want my jeans to stop pinching, look good in my bridesmaid dress, to reach my wedding-day weight, to look good in a bikini, to wear a size 8... but those are all such loft goals. I never stick with a program long enough to reap any benefits, let alone meet a goal! This time, let's just stick to the plan, and figure out something that works now and will continue to work in the future!
My last scheme involved paying myself to work out. I liked it and I think I will keep it. There's no need to keep a jar around since I already track my activity in Weight Watchers.
I joined Weight Watchers for the second time yesterday. I've got the mid-winter, feeling fat, blues and to top it off I will be wearing a swim suit in less than a month *gasp!* This time around I would like to do things a little differently.
Firstly, I need to exercise more. It's a fact of life. Like it or not I am pretty sedentary during the winter months and it doesn't do me any favors. The less I do, the more depressed I get. I'm looking for 20 minutes of exercise, 5 days a week. So far, so good, but it's only Day 1.
Secondly, I'd like to fill my meals & snacks with fruits and vegetables. They are worth 0 points on the Weight Watchers system and are something my body actually needs. One thing I dislike about diets in general is the use of weird filler foods like cool whip, tasteless cereal, and 100 calorie packs. Those foods make me feel like I'm not eating anything. Mushrooms and green onions are going to be a household staple from now on. My husband and I both love them. Bananas are already a staple, but EJ is the only one eating them, now it's my turn. I'd also like to make some apple chips. I have a dehydrator and they will make a nice crunchy-sweet snack.
Lastly, I am not going to get in a smoothie rut! Last time I did weight watchers I had a smoothie for lunch ever day. Lunch is not satisfying if there is nothing to chew! I'm thinking a good turkey sandwich is in order. Cucumber would be a nice addition to sandwiches. I like it at Subway, why not do the same at home?
I have about a million goals jumping around in my head, but the only one I care to voice is to stick with it. Yes I want my jeans to stop pinching, look good in my bridesmaid dress, to reach my wedding-day weight, to look good in a bikini, to wear a size 8... but those are all such loft goals. I never stick with a program long enough to reap any benefits, let alone meet a goal! This time, let's just stick to the plan, and figure out something that works now and will continue to work in the future!
My last scheme involved paying myself to work out. I liked it and I think I will keep it. There's no need to keep a jar around since I already track my activity in Weight Watchers.
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