Day 65, February 26, 2010
Weight: 134.7
Loss from Last week: 3.1lbs
Total Weight Lost: 16lbs
I'm off schedule from my usual posting because of the big move so this number is actually more like a two week loss, but I'm really excited about this weeks numbers. Right on track with the nerd spreadsheet and more importantly, I'm wearing the first pair of jeans from my sequence of dream jeans today! When I tried them on last night I thought for sure the zipper was going to be busting at the seams like in weeks past, but surprisingly enough, they slipped right on! Actually, I can pull them on without having to unbutton or unzip them, so that's some major progress!
Working out this past week or so has been a total crapshoot because we were moving, but I think that moving in itself made up for it. I've been superb with eating- lots of Subway because of the move, so I've been doing really well with the calorie intake.
It makes me sooooo excited that the 120's are only about 6 pounds away! It's funny how it takes so much effort to get started losing weight and always seems like such a challenge. But after you get into the groove, it becomes so simple. One day at a time and as long as I keep on the same track, I'll be down to my goal in no time.
Which leads in to my next point of excitement- once I'm at a healthy weight Koa and I can really start trying to get pregnant again. We're certainly not preventing right now, but kind of using the family planning method. So the next couple of months will be pretty exciting. We are not going to be fanatical by any means because we want it to happen in the Lord's time, but the prospect is totally thrilling. Being healthier will be nice too. I was a little upset last time that I wasn't at a better weight and in better shape, so again, the prospect is exciting. Plus I assume the whole pregnancy process will be easier if I'm in good shape.
Well, until next week!
Friday, February 26, 2010
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Updated Weight!
So I just stepped on the scale this morning, and thought I'd post an update...I know it's minor, but I'd rather have this number "on the books". Funny how .5lbs can make you feel better! Now watch, I'll get on the scale in a few days on the number will be higher! Sigh.
Anyhow...talk about a good way to get the morning started! Coffee in hand, a beautiful sunny day and in just a few hours, we'll have the keys to the new casa!
Day 51, February 12, 2010
Weight: 137.8
Loss from Last week: .9lbs
Total Weight Lost: 12.9lbs
Loss from Last week: .9lbs
Total Weight Lost: 12.9lbs
Friday, February 19, 2010
Thank goodness for digital scales...
Day 50, February 19, 2010
Weight: 138.3
Loss from Last week: .4lbs
Total Weight Lost: 12.4lbs
Meeh. Honestly, I was afraid to get on the scale this morning because I haven't done the greatest this week. Sigh- at least there was a small loss. Better than gaining, I guess. Well, I know why I didn't lose that much for sure. I only worked out I think 3 days this week rather than seven, and over the weekend I didn't track what I was eating at all. I kept my diet in mind, but that didn't stop me from eating chips, Wendy's and some other goodies. I am slightly encouraged when I look at the overall loss numbers (after removing the highest and the lowest numbers) to find that I'm averaging about 1.5lbs per week. Not the 2 lbs that I've been striving for, but a 1.5 average is actually pretty good.
Koa and I get the keys tomorrow to the house we're going to rent, so during the next week or so it's going to be difficult to fit in exercising because of moving. We'll be using the guest room as my workout area, which will be great because I'll have room to do exercise dvd's because in our current space it's too cramped and I hate doing them when Koa's in the room. We're moving the treadmill on Sunday along with the other big stuff, so if I'm not totally exhausted from the marathon moving session we're planning on doing I should be able to fit some exercise in. I'll also be doing all of the cleaning at our apartment, including renting a carpet shampooer so that will be some good exercise. Cleaning always makes me sweat...especially all the the particularly fun tasks like cleaning bathrooms.
So fingers crossed that this next week will be better! Something I need to work on for sure is sticking to my routine that I do during the week on the weekend. It's so much easier to eat right while I'm at work because I only can eat what I bring. There are definitely temptations, but it's a lot easier than when I have an entire selection of free goodies in the pantry like at home.
I can almost see the goal in mind...I'm shooting for between 115 and 125, so I still have about 15-20 lbs to go, but that feels a whole lot better than saying I have 35-40lbs to go. Slow and steady wins the race! May 1st is just a little more than 2 months away!
Weight: 138.3
Loss from Last week: .4lbs
Total Weight Lost: 12.4lbs
Meeh. Honestly, I was afraid to get on the scale this morning because I haven't done the greatest this week. Sigh- at least there was a small loss. Better than gaining, I guess. Well, I know why I didn't lose that much for sure. I only worked out I think 3 days this week rather than seven, and over the weekend I didn't track what I was eating at all. I kept my diet in mind, but that didn't stop me from eating chips, Wendy's and some other goodies. I am slightly encouraged when I look at the overall loss numbers (after removing the highest and the lowest numbers) to find that I'm averaging about 1.5lbs per week. Not the 2 lbs that I've been striving for, but a 1.5 average is actually pretty good.
Koa and I get the keys tomorrow to the house we're going to rent, so during the next week or so it's going to be difficult to fit in exercising because of moving. We'll be using the guest room as my workout area, which will be great because I'll have room to do exercise dvd's because in our current space it's too cramped and I hate doing them when Koa's in the room. We're moving the treadmill on Sunday along with the other big stuff, so if I'm not totally exhausted from the marathon moving session we're planning on doing I should be able to fit some exercise in. I'll also be doing all of the cleaning at our apartment, including renting a carpet shampooer so that will be some good exercise. Cleaning always makes me sweat...especially all the the particularly fun tasks like cleaning bathrooms.
So fingers crossed that this next week will be better! Something I need to work on for sure is sticking to my routine that I do during the week on the weekend. It's so much easier to eat right while I'm at work because I only can eat what I bring. There are definitely temptations, but it's a lot easier than when I have an entire selection of free goodies in the pantry like at home.
I can almost see the goal in mind...I'm shooting for between 115 and 125, so I still have about 15-20 lbs to go, but that feels a whole lot better than saying I have 35-40lbs to go. Slow and steady wins the race! May 1st is just a little more than 2 months away!
Friday, February 12, 2010
Welcome to the 130's!
Day 43, February 12, 2010
Weight: 138.7
Loss from Last week: 1.6lbs
Total Weight Lost: 12lbs
YAY! I've finally broken into the 130's! Yes, I may be at the high range of the 130's, but it's been awhile since I've seen those numbers...I think almost a year! I got my hair done as my "reward" and I absolutely love it. It's quite a bit shorter and darker but still spunky. My next reward up is for 135 and I think that I'll get a manicure since it's something small and cheap, but such a treat! Two things that have helped fuel this process- the mini reward system and keeping track of my weight by week on a spreadsheet. The spreadsheet I made also has projected weights based on my weight loss average, so I almost have a mini goal for each week. It's cool because I can see the approximate time left until I reach my goal. If I can keep up this pace then I should be where I want to be around the middle of April/beginning of May. And, of course, having my clothes start to fit better is also a bonus.
Anyhow, I was very good this week except for Superbowl Sunday, which is why I think I didn't lose the full 2 pound goal. I think I ate my weight in Velveeta cheese dip. That stuff is the devil, seriously. I worked out everyday except for Sunday and Thursday and have been gradually upping the intensity/length of my treadmill interval workout. Starting Monday, I'll switch it up again by increasing the length of the running intervals and shortening the walking intervals. The goal after 8 weeks of increasing the intensity is to run for 30 minutes non-stop. I'll start week 3 on Monday.
This week I've been doing the following switching between intensities for a total of 31 minutes:
5 minute warm up at 3.0 mph
1.5 minutes at 4.5mph
2 minutes at 3.5mph
5 minute cool down at 3.0mph
Until next week...we need to start moving over the next few weeks, so hopefully I'll have time to exercise in addition to moving. Ugg.
Weight: 138.7
Loss from Last week: 1.6lbs
Total Weight Lost: 12lbs
YAY! I've finally broken into the 130's! Yes, I may be at the high range of the 130's, but it's been awhile since I've seen those numbers...I think almost a year! I got my hair done as my "reward" and I absolutely love it. It's quite a bit shorter and darker but still spunky. My next reward up is for 135 and I think that I'll get a manicure since it's something small and cheap, but such a treat! Two things that have helped fuel this process- the mini reward system and keeping track of my weight by week on a spreadsheet. The spreadsheet I made also has projected weights based on my weight loss average, so I almost have a mini goal for each week. It's cool because I can see the approximate time left until I reach my goal. If I can keep up this pace then I should be where I want to be around the middle of April/beginning of May. And, of course, having my clothes start to fit better is also a bonus.
Anyhow, I was very good this week except for Superbowl Sunday, which is why I think I didn't lose the full 2 pound goal. I think I ate my weight in Velveeta cheese dip. That stuff is the devil, seriously. I worked out everyday except for Sunday and Thursday and have been gradually upping the intensity/length of my treadmill interval workout. Starting Monday, I'll switch it up again by increasing the length of the running intervals and shortening the walking intervals. The goal after 8 weeks of increasing the intensity is to run for 30 minutes non-stop. I'll start week 3 on Monday.
This week I've been doing the following switching between intensities for a total of 31 minutes:
5 minute warm up at 3.0 mph
1.5 minutes at 4.5mph
2 minutes at 3.5mph
5 minute cool down at 3.0mph
Until next week...we need to start moving over the next few weeks, so hopefully I'll have time to exercise in addition to moving. Ugg.
Friday, February 5, 2010
First Ten Pounds...Check!
Day 36, February 5, 2010
Weight: 140.3
Loss from Last week: 1.9lbs
Total Weight Lost: 10.4
Woot! Back on track. This week, I stepped up the exercise a little by doing the interval training between jogging and walking that I found in a book that Koa gave me, "How to do Anything", specifically, "Training to run long distance". It's an 8-week schedule that slowly increases the intensity each week until you can jog for 30 minutes straight. Not a bad goal at all, and it's nothing too crazy. I definitely am sweating more than the walking program I was doing, but I'm not killing myself to the point that I'm sore the next day.
The intervals this week were:
5 Minute warm-up at 3.0mph
1.5 Minutes at 3.5mph
1 Minute at 4.5mph
Repeat 8x, followed by a 5 Minute cool-down.
I exercised everyday this week expect for last night since we didn't get home until 9:30 because of home group, but I plan on doing a little extra tonight and Saturday to create a "reserve" in order to accommodate for this Sunday's festivities. On Monday, I'll start the next set, which should be slightly more difficult and longer in length.
By next week, I should be officially in the 130's. I cannot wait! I think that those will be the toughest 10lbs to loose since the first couple have been pretty easy, but we'll see! As soon as the scale reads, "13x", I'll take a picture, literally!
Until then...
Weight: 140.3
Loss from Last week: 1.9lbs
Total Weight Lost: 10.4
Woot! Back on track. This week, I stepped up the exercise a little by doing the interval training between jogging and walking that I found in a book that Koa gave me, "How to do Anything", specifically, "Training to run long distance". It's an 8-week schedule that slowly increases the intensity each week until you can jog for 30 minutes straight. Not a bad goal at all, and it's nothing too crazy. I definitely am sweating more than the walking program I was doing, but I'm not killing myself to the point that I'm sore the next day.
The intervals this week were:
5 Minute warm-up at 3.0mph
1.5 Minutes at 3.5mph
1 Minute at 4.5mph
Repeat 8x, followed by a 5 Minute cool-down.
I exercised everyday this week expect for last night since we didn't get home until 9:30 because of home group, but I plan on doing a little extra tonight and Saturday to create a "reserve" in order to accommodate for this Sunday's festivities. On Monday, I'll start the next set, which should be slightly more difficult and longer in length.
By next week, I should be officially in the 130's. I cannot wait! I think that those will be the toughest 10lbs to loose since the first couple have been pretty easy, but we'll see! As soon as the scale reads, "13x", I'll take a picture, literally!
Until then...
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