Yes, I came here just to tell you that there won't be a FAB Friday Fitness tip from our good friend Barb. I have SO much to do today that I didn't even snap a weigh in pic. Yes, I weighed in and I'm up from yesterday but only a pound and I'm NOT stressin' THAT.
In fact, last night I walked into one of my favorite stores wearing size 22 jeans and walked out having purchased size 16.
Yah.
This girl did that.
WooHOO!
So What's UP, Today?
I am spending the day prepping our first big vendor event and because there are so many little details left (or that I think are left, I do over ANAL retentively DO things, ya know) I just didn't prep a Fitness tip.
BUT...
You have ALL those fab Bob Harper Rules...
AND...
I'm giving you this link to go look at jewelry.
Simply to take your mind off the missing Fab Friday Tip from Barb.
Of course.
So go on, have a WONDERFUL weekend and we shall return to our regularly scheduled program on Monday.
Till next time!
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Geesh, no miles, no weigh in pic, no goal updating?
Don't worry. I'm still keeping track. See you Monday!
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One more thing...
THANK you to ALL of you who continue to poke your nose in my diary. As of yesterday we rose to 1500 and that sure is a lot of looky loos in this ole thing. Maybe someday I'll tell you why I used to think views were so important but for this particular thing, they aren't, and WHY that matters either way.
Cheers! <3
Friday, October 19, 2012
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Day 94 - Bob Harper and HIS Skinny Rules - Discuss!
I've been wanting to share this for awhile now. Bob Harper's Skinny Rules. Not just his rules but my opinion of them. A bit of a review if you will.
As you know how it often goes with opinions, please keep in mind that the following is simply my thoughts about them and may or may NOT be what's in YOUR head.
Also know that I don't recommend following these skinny rules unless you read the book that goes with them. With everything so available on the internet, you can KNOW the rules but if you don't read his book, you may not know WHY he believes them.
AND one more thing, then we'll get to it...
I have not read Bob Harper's Skinny Rules book. Yet. One reason is that I just haven't bought it but probably most importantly, I am following most of them - likely for my own reasons. But let's just break them down and see how much sense they make to you!
1. Drink one large glass of water before every meal - no excuses!
Awesome Rule. You should be drinking at (the) least, 8 glasses of water per day and if you REALLY want to step it up, you should drink half your body weight in ounces of water per day. So this is a no-brainer. Whether you are eating 3 meals or doing the 6 small meals per day thing, getting in a large glass of water before you eat will ensure you are getting your water AND you simply will not eat as much because the water helps make you feel full. Easy peasy and just darn smart.
2. Don't drink your calories!
Again, stick to water with most meals and you can't go wrong. Throwing in soda (even diet), juice, milk or the ever fun ALCOHOL will NOT help you lose the weight. These are all just wasted calories that you could be saving to enjoy healthy treats. I'm not saying ONLY water but as you know...everything in moderation, especially because you are trying to lose weight. Waste not, want not, seriously!
3. Eat protein at every meal!
Protein helps us re-fuel and our bodies need that as we try to lose weight. So go ahead, add more protein and watch the pounds melt away. Eggs for breakfast, chicken or red meat for lunch and dinner, snacks like peanut butter and celery. Whatever you can do to get your protein, DO it; your body AND your scale will thank you.
4. Slash intake of refined flour and replace with whole grains!
Again, just sensible. White breads, potatoes, even rice - I think of those all as the white (like flour) foods and I don't eat a lot of them. I've been doing whole grain bread for years now anyway but as I go along my journey, I've really cut out most bread. Not ALL, most, and sometimes I splurge on a keiser roll or some such thing. Alas, it typically leaves me feeling bloated and too full so again, mostly I abstain.
5. Eat 30 - 50 grams of fiber per day to keep your digestive system moving!
I am honestly telling you that I'm not sure what this means except that if I go more than a day without...um...well, GOING (you get it, right?) then I know I'm not getting enough fiber. Lots of foods that you don't even realize, have fiber in them and you NEED this to keep your insides in check so your OUTside continues to melt. If you discover that you're having (going) issues, try adding flax seed to your eggs or in a protein smoothie. Your body will thank you!
6. Eat apples and berries every single day!
Again, these will help you get your fiber AND other nutrients your body needs to excel. I have to admit, as I tend to stay pretty low carb, I do not eat enough apples or berries. I challenge us all to add at least an apple a day (it's supposed to help the doctor stay away, too) and see what GOOD things happen.
7. No carbs after lunch!
This is hard to do when you're feeding your family, right? They want potatoes or rice or...well something carb-like for dinner and you just KNOW what that will do to your progress. So add more protein and ignore those carbs. If you do eat them, try to get a work out in afterwards, as carbs are for energy. If you don't use it, it turns to fat. YUCK!
8. Learn to read food labels!
Many of us are super aware of what we are eating these days. It's just not smart to NOT be. Do you remember how it was before you started reading those food labels? Gross. I just remember feeling gross and NO ONE wants to feel that. I would add too, that you should try to eat foods that don't even HAVE labels. And foods that only have 1 - 3 ingredients are GREAT too. It's simply about eating cleanly. KNOW what's going into your mouth at ALL times and you cannot fail.
9. Stop guessing portion sizes!
Guessing how MUCH you are eating will not aid in your weight loss success. Buy a food scale and take the extra SECONDS to measure it out. You'll be surprised at how much some food weighs compared to what you simply assumed before. Your journey will be down a much more straight path if you are weighing it before you put it in your mouth.
10. No more added sweeteners!
I can't speak of this one too much because I do add sweetener to just one thing - my green tea. I use Truvia and because it is twice as sweet as sugar, I am only using half (or less) what I would use with sugar. I used to put 3 heaping tablespoons of sugar in my tea. I now use less than a tablespoon and my green tea is tasty and just the right amount of sweet. So here I would recommend what is to your own discretion. Everything in moderation - ALWAYS.
Whew, 10 down and 10 to go. Did I forget to mention this post would be a long one? But FULL of good tips and tricks so carry on...
11. Make one day a week meatless!
If you cannot give up meat once a week - and I haven't even tried this one - then consider seriously cutting down on your red meat intake. These days we are filling up on turkey, chicken and fish and I'm really not missing BEEF. Again, do what you can in regard to this and be pleasantly surprised in the changes your body makes as you journey on your way to healthy.
12. No white potatoes!
DONE. Most of the time. I've been a low-carb eater since the late 90's and while I don't follow Atkins like in the beginning, I do tend to stay away from the "white" foods (see Rule #4). I will eat mashed white potatoes occasionally but tend toward the sweet mashed if I'm going to indulge. Mashed cauliflower is a lovely substitute as well. I do believe that eating too many carbs like white potatoes does tend to make me crave sweets more so staying away most of the time really does help me stay on track.
13. No fast OR fried food!
This is a biggie. Eating fast food while you are trying to lose weight is just stupid - yah, I said it. You don't know what they DO to make that crap taste so good (and it's NOT that it tastes soooo good, more your craving FOR it that's so tasty) and you should not be putting any of it in your mouth. The more you eat of it, the more you crave and if you need help abstaining, remind yourself how icky you feel when you've indulged. Apply this thought to fried food and carry on.
14. Eat a real breakfast!
Now you KNOW how important eating breakfast is for your weight loss success. I've written about it more than once AND it's a FAB Friday Barb tip, too. But even if you don't listen to us, look it up. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and in order for it to work, it has got to be REAL. A cup of coffee doesn't count. And please don't tell me that time is an issue. Is getting your brain and body as well as your metabolism going in the morning and for the WHOLE day worth the extra 10 minutes it takes to throw granola in a bowl and eat it? Yah...I thought so.
15. Eat at least 10 meals a week at home!
You all know that I've struggled with this but I do believe in this WHOLE-heartedly. Knowing what you are putting in your mouth can only happen if YOU are preparing the food. I cook most of our meals these days but even when Gary cooks, he knows he's got to go easy on the butter and sodium based sauces because I simply cannot eat those anymore. Not only do I feel better, but knowing what my family is consuming and that it's healthy is better for my peace of mind as well.
16. Banish high-salt foods!
Of course. This one is easy simply because the more salt you eat, the more you retain water and retaining water is a journey to healthy person's worst nightmare. Besides, do you know how much BETTER food tastes when you aren't over loading it with salt? Trust me, try it for 3 days and then tell me you miss salt. If you're smart AND honest, you won't.
17. Eat your vegetables!
Eating veggies was never a big deal for me but I admit that my selections were limited until a couple years ago when I really began experimenting. I now LOVE steamed - well MOST ANYthing steamed; and peppers are my new best friend. If you didn't know, our bodies change every 7 years or so and what you couldn't stand the taste of before, you might discover you now love. Try something different and get your veggies in.
18. Go to bed hungry!
Oh MY Goodness, this one has caused some controversy. Bob isn't telling you to starve yourself and neither am I. But it does make good sense to stop eating 2-3 hours before bedtime. Your body will thank you by allowing you to rest easy through the night without a bloated upset tummy. For more on that, check out last Friday's post and just know that you won't die from going to bed hungry. Rather you will LIVE better and THAT'S a very good thing.
19. Make sure you get enough sleep!
This second to last Rule is a no-brainer. Your body needs rest and once you begin your weight loss journey, you know you are expending more energy working out and eating right and so your body needs to recoup. Getting your zzz's will aid in losing the weight AND keep you healthier as you work toward...well, getting healthier. Sleep is GOOD. Get it? Good!
20. Plan one splurge meal a week!
ONE MEAL. Not a whole day. NOT a day that turns into two and ... well, it's happened or I wouldn't mention it, now would I? You shouldn't deprive yourself of anything. Seriously. But as you work toward a healthier you, you simply will not WANT to splurge on the type of crap you used to eat. So go ahead, splurge once a week and enjoy. As time goes on, you will realize that your splurging doesn't mean camping out at McD's or finishing the entire carton of ice cream. As you've come to know...your body - your mind and spirit too - will thank you.
~~~~~~~~
So there you have it. 20 Bob Harper Skinny Rules and my take on each. I do follow most of these as closely as I can and it has benefited me in ways that are AMAZING. I imagine if I were a tad more regimented, I'd be even lower on the scale but I'm not beating myself up about it and neither should you.
Going on ANY journey isn't always so much about getting there but about what you discover about yourself along the way. If you stick to the path - even if occasionally you veer - you WILL reach your destination.
One step at a time...go forth.
Till next time!
Please Note: The Author of this blog is not associated in any way with Biggest Loser, Bob Harper, or anyone affiliated with said above. The Author (isn't it FUN to write in third person?) simply found these Skinny Rules, discovered that she follows most of them and wanted to share the WHY with you!
Cheers!
Anna: 260 miles
Sandi: 171.58 miles
Debbie: 100 miles
Kathy: 149.65 miles
Stephanie: 200.28 miles
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Swim 20 hours - 5 hours, 30 minutes = 14 hours, 30 minutes to go! The pool is HEATED!
Post Daily at My Fitness Pal - YES!
Eat at home 25 dinners - 13 down, 12 to go!
Hit 50 pounds down - 7.2 pounds to go!
Reward with the much coveted compression suit - Only 7.2 pounds to go!
As you know how it often goes with opinions, please keep in mind that the following is simply my thoughts about them and may or may NOT be what's in YOUR head.
Also know that I don't recommend following these skinny rules unless you read the book that goes with them. With everything so available on the internet, you can KNOW the rules but if you don't read his book, you may not know WHY he believes them.
AND one more thing, then we'll get to it...
I have not read Bob Harper's Skinny Rules book. Yet. One reason is that I just haven't bought it but probably most importantly, I am following most of them - likely for my own reasons. But let's just break them down and see how much sense they make to you!
Bob Harper's Skinny Rules and San Weighs In:
1. Drink one large glass of water before every meal - no excuses!
Awesome Rule. You should be drinking at (the) least, 8 glasses of water per day and if you REALLY want to step it up, you should drink half your body weight in ounces of water per day. So this is a no-brainer. Whether you are eating 3 meals or doing the 6 small meals per day thing, getting in a large glass of water before you eat will ensure you are getting your water AND you simply will not eat as much because the water helps make you feel full. Easy peasy and just darn smart.
2. Don't drink your calories!
Again, stick to water with most meals and you can't go wrong. Throwing in soda (even diet), juice, milk or the ever fun ALCOHOL will NOT help you lose the weight. These are all just wasted calories that you could be saving to enjoy healthy treats. I'm not saying ONLY water but as you know...everything in moderation, especially because you are trying to lose weight. Waste not, want not, seriously!
3. Eat protein at every meal!
Protein helps us re-fuel and our bodies need that as we try to lose weight. So go ahead, add more protein and watch the pounds melt away. Eggs for breakfast, chicken or red meat for lunch and dinner, snacks like peanut butter and celery. Whatever you can do to get your protein, DO it; your body AND your scale will thank you.
4. Slash intake of refined flour and replace with whole grains!
Again, just sensible. White breads, potatoes, even rice - I think of those all as the white (like flour) foods and I don't eat a lot of them. I've been doing whole grain bread for years now anyway but as I go along my journey, I've really cut out most bread. Not ALL, most, and sometimes I splurge on a keiser roll or some such thing. Alas, it typically leaves me feeling bloated and too full so again, mostly I abstain.
5. Eat 30 - 50 grams of fiber per day to keep your digestive system moving!
I am honestly telling you that I'm not sure what this means except that if I go more than a day without...um...well, GOING (you get it, right?) then I know I'm not getting enough fiber. Lots of foods that you don't even realize, have fiber in them and you NEED this to keep your insides in check so your OUTside continues to melt. If you discover that you're having (going) issues, try adding flax seed to your eggs or in a protein smoothie. Your body will thank you!
6. Eat apples and berries every single day!
Again, these will help you get your fiber AND other nutrients your body needs to excel. I have to admit, as I tend to stay pretty low carb, I do not eat enough apples or berries. I challenge us all to add at least an apple a day (it's supposed to help the doctor stay away, too) and see what GOOD things happen.
7. No carbs after lunch!
This is hard to do when you're feeding your family, right? They want potatoes or rice or...well something carb-like for dinner and you just KNOW what that will do to your progress. So add more protein and ignore those carbs. If you do eat them, try to get a work out in afterwards, as carbs are for energy. If you don't use it, it turns to fat. YUCK!
8. Learn to read food labels!
Many of us are super aware of what we are eating these days. It's just not smart to NOT be. Do you remember how it was before you started reading those food labels? Gross. I just remember feeling gross and NO ONE wants to feel that. I would add too, that you should try to eat foods that don't even HAVE labels. And foods that only have 1 - 3 ingredients are GREAT too. It's simply about eating cleanly. KNOW what's going into your mouth at ALL times and you cannot fail.
9. Stop guessing portion sizes!
Guessing how MUCH you are eating will not aid in your weight loss success. Buy a food scale and take the extra SECONDS to measure it out. You'll be surprised at how much some food weighs compared to what you simply assumed before. Your journey will be down a much more straight path if you are weighing it before you put it in your mouth.
10. No more added sweeteners!
I can't speak of this one too much because I do add sweetener to just one thing - my green tea. I use Truvia and because it is twice as sweet as sugar, I am only using half (or less) what I would use with sugar. I used to put 3 heaping tablespoons of sugar in my tea. I now use less than a tablespoon and my green tea is tasty and just the right amount of sweet. So here I would recommend what is to your own discretion. Everything in moderation - ALWAYS.
Whew, 10 down and 10 to go. Did I forget to mention this post would be a long one? But FULL of good tips and tricks so carry on...
11. Make one day a week meatless!
If you cannot give up meat once a week - and I haven't even tried this one - then consider seriously cutting down on your red meat intake. These days we are filling up on turkey, chicken and fish and I'm really not missing BEEF. Again, do what you can in regard to this and be pleasantly surprised in the changes your body makes as you journey on your way to healthy.
12. No white potatoes!
DONE. Most of the time. I've been a low-carb eater since the late 90's and while I don't follow Atkins like in the beginning, I do tend to stay away from the "white" foods (see Rule #4). I will eat mashed white potatoes occasionally but tend toward the sweet mashed if I'm going to indulge. Mashed cauliflower is a lovely substitute as well. I do believe that eating too many carbs like white potatoes does tend to make me crave sweets more so staying away most of the time really does help me stay on track.
13. No fast OR fried food!
This is a biggie. Eating fast food while you are trying to lose weight is just stupid - yah, I said it. You don't know what they DO to make that crap taste so good (and it's NOT that it tastes soooo good, more your craving FOR it that's so tasty) and you should not be putting any of it in your mouth. The more you eat of it, the more you crave and if you need help abstaining, remind yourself how icky you feel when you've indulged. Apply this thought to fried food and carry on.
14. Eat a real breakfast!
Now you KNOW how important eating breakfast is for your weight loss success. I've written about it more than once AND it's a FAB Friday Barb tip, too. But even if you don't listen to us, look it up. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and in order for it to work, it has got to be REAL. A cup of coffee doesn't count. And please don't tell me that time is an issue. Is getting your brain and body as well as your metabolism going in the morning and for the WHOLE day worth the extra 10 minutes it takes to throw granola in a bowl and eat it? Yah...I thought so.
15. Eat at least 10 meals a week at home!
You all know that I've struggled with this but I do believe in this WHOLE-heartedly. Knowing what you are putting in your mouth can only happen if YOU are preparing the food. I cook most of our meals these days but even when Gary cooks, he knows he's got to go easy on the butter and sodium based sauces because I simply cannot eat those anymore. Not only do I feel better, but knowing what my family is consuming and that it's healthy is better for my peace of mind as well.
16. Banish high-salt foods!
Of course. This one is easy simply because the more salt you eat, the more you retain water and retaining water is a journey to healthy person's worst nightmare. Besides, do you know how much BETTER food tastes when you aren't over loading it with salt? Trust me, try it for 3 days and then tell me you miss salt. If you're smart AND honest, you won't.
17. Eat your vegetables!
Eating veggies was never a big deal for me but I admit that my selections were limited until a couple years ago when I really began experimenting. I now LOVE steamed - well MOST ANYthing steamed; and peppers are my new best friend. If you didn't know, our bodies change every 7 years or so and what you couldn't stand the taste of before, you might discover you now love. Try something different and get your veggies in.
18. Go to bed hungry!
Oh MY Goodness, this one has caused some controversy. Bob isn't telling you to starve yourself and neither am I. But it does make good sense to stop eating 2-3 hours before bedtime. Your body will thank you by allowing you to rest easy through the night without a bloated upset tummy. For more on that, check out last Friday's post and just know that you won't die from going to bed hungry. Rather you will LIVE better and THAT'S a very good thing.
19. Make sure you get enough sleep!
This second to last Rule is a no-brainer. Your body needs rest and once you begin your weight loss journey, you know you are expending more energy working out and eating right and so your body needs to recoup. Getting your zzz's will aid in losing the weight AND keep you healthier as you work toward...well, getting healthier. Sleep is GOOD. Get it? Good!
20. Plan one splurge meal a week!
ONE MEAL. Not a whole day. NOT a day that turns into two and ... well, it's happened or I wouldn't mention it, now would I? You shouldn't deprive yourself of anything. Seriously. But as you work toward a healthier you, you simply will not WANT to splurge on the type of crap you used to eat. So go ahead, splurge once a week and enjoy. As time goes on, you will realize that your splurging doesn't mean camping out at McD's or finishing the entire carton of ice cream. As you've come to know...your body - your mind and spirit too - will thank you.
~~~~~~~~
So there you have it. 20 Bob Harper Skinny Rules and my take on each. I do follow most of these as closely as I can and it has benefited me in ways that are AMAZING. I imagine if I were a tad more regimented, I'd be even lower on the scale but I'm not beating myself up about it and neither should you.
Going on ANY journey isn't always so much about getting there but about what you discover about yourself along the way. If you stick to the path - even if occasionally you veer - you WILL reach your destination.
One step at a time...go forth.
Till next time!
Please Note: The Author of this blog is not associated in any way with Biggest Loser, Bob Harper, or anyone affiliated with said above. The Author (isn't it FUN to write in third person?) simply found these Skinny Rules, discovered that she follows most of them and wanted to share the WHY with you!
Cheers!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Our Virtual Trip(s)
Michele: 10.5 milesAnna: 260 miles
Sandi: 171.58 miles
Debbie: 100 miles
Kathy: 149.65 miles
Stephanie: 200.28 miles
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
My October Goals:
Walk 130 miles - 70.08 = 59.92 miles to go!Swim 20 hours - 5 hours, 30 minutes = 14 hours, 30 minutes to go! The pool is HEATED!
Post Daily at My Fitness Pal - YES!
Eat at home 25 dinners - 13 down, 12 to go!
Hit 50 pounds down - 7.2 pounds to go!
Reward with the much coveted compression suit - Only 7.2 pounds to go!
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Starting Weight: 306.4
Goal Weight: 150
Today's Weight: 263.6
Total Lost to Date: 42.8
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| LOVIN' My Scale! |
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Week 13 is OUTTA Here and YAY, It Was Lucky for Me!
Okay, so yesterday was BUSY! I had a bunch of 5 Dollar Diva Designs stuff to do and a vid to make and a blog post and laundry and other FAB stuff that kept me busy right up until dinner time - yes, yesterday I cooked but I have to be honest, it was all microwave yesterday, still healthy but quick to make.
Once dinner was done I could FINALLY think about getting on the treadmill. I'm trying to maintain 5 miles per day because I realized on the 10th that in order to reach my 130 miles goal this month, 5 miles was what I'd have to average per day for the rest of the month. At dinner time I was at almost 3 miles for the day.
So I said, FINE. I'll go down and hop on the treadmill for just 2 miles and just knock it OUT.
Pfft.
I got down there and set the machine to a leisurely 2.6 miles per hour and do you want to KNOW something?
It was too slow.
So I kicked it up to 3 per and ended up doing an hour anyway (my usual on the treadmill). Which meant, of course, that I ended the day at 6+ miles.
WOW.
Something's got a hold of me and I am LOVIN' it!!
And so is my scale, wooHOO!
Day 1: 270.6 - This was the end of my month 3, start of my month 4 and YAY, I'm playing at being in the 260's
Day 2: 267.6 - WOOHOO. Another threshold crossed and I'm feelin' fine!
Day 3: No Blog today, no weigh in, either.
Day 4: 268.8 - Ooops, I gained 1.2 but still happily in the 260's, YAY!
Day 5: No Blog, no weigh in!
Day 6: My day of rest, from the scale, still managed almost 6 miles.
Day 7: 266.6 - YAY. My YouTube Debut AND I'm down 39.8.
Today: 264.4 - OMG. I've lost 42 pounds in 13 weeks.
42 FREAKIN' Pounds, People.
That's just shy of 3 and a quarter pounds per week; which is a bit aggressive over all but not when you consider HOW much weight I have to lose.
WOW.
I am stoked.
SOOOOO stoked in fact that right after I post this, I'm heading down to throw Mags on the bus and get right back on that treadmill. Then pool for 30. Then a quickie sauna and THEN I'm off to do more JEWELRY business.
Can you FEEL my excitement?
Whew!
I want to thank everyone who is supporting me through this. You really have no idea how much I NEED you and lean on you to be able to continue this journey. Thanks again, without you, I wouldn't be ME!
Alrighty, I've gotta run. I do hope everyone has a WONDERFUL Tuesday, on me. And make it COUNT! There is just no darn good reason NOT to!
Till next time!
Anna: 260 miles
Sandi: 162.83 miles
Debbie: 94 miles
Kathy: 136.84 miles
Stephanie: 193.14 miles
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Swim 20 hours - 3 hours, 30 minutes = 16 hours, 30 minutes to go! The pool is HEATED!
Post Daily at My Fitness Pal - YES!
Eat at home 25 dinners - 11 down, 14 to go!
Hit 50 pounds down - 8 pounds to go!
Reward with the much coveted compression suit - Only 8 pounds to go!
Once dinner was done I could FINALLY think about getting on the treadmill. I'm trying to maintain 5 miles per day because I realized on the 10th that in order to reach my 130 miles goal this month, 5 miles was what I'd have to average per day for the rest of the month. At dinner time I was at almost 3 miles for the day.
So I said, FINE. I'll go down and hop on the treadmill for just 2 miles and just knock it OUT.
Pfft.
I got down there and set the machine to a leisurely 2.6 miles per hour and do you want to KNOW something?
It was too slow.
So I kicked it up to 3 per and ended up doing an hour anyway (my usual on the treadmill). Which meant, of course, that I ended the day at 6+ miles.
WOW.
Something's got a hold of me and I am LOVIN' it!!
And so is my scale, wooHOO!
Let's break down Week 13 with a FAB Recap:
Day 1: 270.6 - This was the end of my month 3, start of my month 4 and YAY, I'm playing at being in the 260's
Day 2: 267.6 - WOOHOO. Another threshold crossed and I'm feelin' fine!
Day 3: No Blog today, no weigh in, either.
Day 4: 268.8 - Ooops, I gained 1.2 but still happily in the 260's, YAY!
Day 5: No Blog, no weigh in!
Day 6: My day of rest, from the scale, still managed almost 6 miles.
Day 7: 266.6 - YAY. My YouTube Debut AND I'm down 39.8.
Today: 264.4 - OMG. I've lost 42 pounds in 13 weeks.
42 FREAKIN' Pounds, People.
That's just shy of 3 and a quarter pounds per week; which is a bit aggressive over all but not when you consider HOW much weight I have to lose.
WOW.
I am stoked.
SOOOOO stoked in fact that right after I post this, I'm heading down to throw Mags on the bus and get right back on that treadmill. Then pool for 30. Then a quickie sauna and THEN I'm off to do more JEWELRY business.
Can you FEEL my excitement?
Whew!
I want to thank everyone who is supporting me through this. You really have no idea how much I NEED you and lean on you to be able to continue this journey. Thanks again, without you, I wouldn't be ME!
Alrighty, I've gotta run. I do hope everyone has a WONDERFUL Tuesday, on me. And make it COUNT! There is just no darn good reason NOT to!
Till next time!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Our Virtual Trip(s)
Michele: 10.5 milesAnna: 260 miles
Sandi: 162.83 miles
Debbie: 94 miles
Kathy: 136.84 miles
Stephanie: 193.14 miles
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
My October Goals:
Walk 130 miles - 61.33 = 68.67 miles to go!Swim 20 hours - 3 hours, 30 minutes = 16 hours, 30 minutes to go! The pool is HEATED!
Post Daily at My Fitness Pal - YES!
Eat at home 25 dinners - 11 down, 14 to go!
Hit 50 pounds down - 8 pounds to go!
Reward with the much coveted compression suit - Only 8 pounds to go!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Starting Weight: 306.4
Goal Weight: 150
Today's Weight: 264.4
Total Lost to Date: 42
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| Boy oh BOY, that's a purty number! |
Monday, October 15, 2012
Day 91 - San Hits YouTube Once Again!
Happy Monday to all and to ALL a FAB week. I am here much later than usual today, only because I’ve been SOOOO busy with the usual Monday stuff PLUS I had to make a vid.
For those of you who don’t know about my YouTube FAB...
I began YouTubing in late 2010, hoping (like so many times before) to go on a weight loss journey and reach the end.
EPIC FAIL.
Oh, I had fun. I started here on this channel at YouTube and ended up over here.
Many vids and many haircuts and MANY views later, I was still fat and very unhappy with myself.
The last vid I did was right before I tried out for the Biggest Loser back in July.
Today I returned to the tubes and I’m sharing that vid here with you!
HELLO, YouTube, I'm BACK!!!!!!!! Come See What You've Missed!
My apologies but since YouTube is under one account and the blog is another, I'm having a frightfully difficult time getting the imbed in. We'll just have to make do with the link for now!
My apologies but since YouTube is under one account and the blog is another, I'm having a frightfully difficult time getting the imbed in. We'll just have to make do with the link for now!
I can’t promise lots of YouTubing in the future but I am happy to be back; we’ll see about more vids as I go along this journey.
So for today, enjoy the video, stay tuned, and I will “see” you soon!
...tomorrow is another weekly weigh in update, YAY!
Anna: 260 miles
Sandi: 156.41 miles
Debbie: 91 miles
Kathy: 136.84 miles
Stephanie: 191.89 miles
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Swim 20 hours - 3 hours, 30 minutes = 16 hours, 30 minutes to go! The pool is HEATED!
Post Daily at My Fitness Pal - YES!
Eat at home 25 dinners - 10 down, 17 to go!
Hit 50 pounds down - 10.2 pounds to go!
Reward with the much coveted compression suit - Only 10.2 pounds to go!
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Our Virtual Trip(s)
Michele: 10.5 milesAnna: 260 miles
Sandi: 156.41 miles
Debbie: 91 miles
Kathy: 136.84 miles
Stephanie: 191.89 miles
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My October Goals:
Walk 130 miles - 54.91 = 75.09 miles to go!Swim 20 hours - 3 hours, 30 minutes = 16 hours, 30 minutes to go! The pool is HEATED!
Post Daily at My Fitness Pal - YES!
Eat at home 25 dinners - 10 down, 17 to go!
Hit 50 pounds down - 10.2 pounds to go!
Reward with the much coveted compression suit - Only 10.2 pounds to go!
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Starting Weight: 306.4
Goal Weight: 150
Today's Weight: 266.6
Total Lost to Date: 39.8
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| I am GLOWING and so is my scale this morning, lol! |
Friday, October 12, 2012
Day 88 - Barb Says Go Hungry
Do you like that?
My attention getting headline up there...
HaHa.
Uh Oh. It might just be one of THOSE kinds of days. YAY! Just keepin' it interesting, folks.
ANYway...
Barb didn't say starve. And she didn't say go hungry all the time. Here is what she said, really. You know, her usual FAB Friday Fitness tip:
Cut Off Eating At Least Two Hours Prior To Bedtime
To help get a good night's sleep, stop consuming food and caffeinated drinks at least two hours prior to bedtime. This will allow your body time to process the food. During the night, your body will be able to refuel more efficiently. You'll be less apt to wake up during the night with stomach issues or gas. Also, when you consume calories late at night, they are harder to burn. By adopting an eating schedule, such as three small meals and two snacks, you won't have such an urge to eat late at night. If you do feel hungry, drink a glass of water or a cup of herbal tea.
Well isn't that just one more brilliant tip?!!!
Yes. It is.
Barb states that in order for your body to process the food from the day AND to refuel efficiently while you sleep, you must stop eating at least two hours before bedtime.
She's right, ya know. Going to bed "hungry" (not ravenous and ready to chew your arm off) is a great way to aid in your weight loss success. I know this one works. I've used it the last two days - as I am BACK ON TRACK, People - and it just feels better. I'm not going to bed with a too full belly. I'm waking up rarin' to go, and I am loving my scale.
So give it a try. Plan your daily routine (another FAB tip from Barb), keep a glass of water by your bed (ANOTHER fab Barb tip), and wake up ready to eat a healthy breakfast to start the new day (Yes, you guessed it, one more FAB Barb tip).
Whoa. That's a FAB Barb tip for today and 3 extra FAB Barb tips; she is AWESOME. YAY!
Okay. Gotta jet. Busy busy BZZZZY today. I get to walk all 16 floors of my apartment building handing out fliers for our next Paparazzi Accessories Open House. Yes, I'm excited about that. It's exercise. Then I'm off to the Library (walking) and then to get approval on another flyer and...wait. YOU don't need to know all this.
Hope your day is just as fun-filled and FABULOUS as mine!
Till next time!
Anna: 210 miles
Sandi: 140.70 miles
Debbie: 85 miles
Kathy: 129.74 miles
Stephanie: 172.43 miles
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Swim 20 hours - 2 hours, 30 minutes = 17 hours, 30 minutes to go! The pool is HEATED!
Post Daily at My Fitness Pal - YES!
Eat at home 25 dinners - 8 down, 17 to go!
Hit 50 pounds down - 12.4 pounds to go!
Reward with the much coveted compression suit - Only 12.4 pounds to go!
PS: Today is day 88 and if you know me, then you might know that 8 is my FAVORITE number. And yes, I wrote about it once!
Eight Fun Facts About the Number 8
My attention getting headline up there...
HaHa.
Uh Oh. It might just be one of THOSE kinds of days. YAY! Just keepin' it interesting, folks.
ANYway...
Barb didn't say starve. And she didn't say go hungry all the time. Here is what she said, really. You know, her usual FAB Friday Fitness tip:
Cut Off Eating At Least Two Hours Prior To Bedtime
To help get a good night's sleep, stop consuming food and caffeinated drinks at least two hours prior to bedtime. This will allow your body time to process the food. During the night, your body will be able to refuel more efficiently. You'll be less apt to wake up during the night with stomach issues or gas. Also, when you consume calories late at night, they are harder to burn. By adopting an eating schedule, such as three small meals and two snacks, you won't have such an urge to eat late at night. If you do feel hungry, drink a glass of water or a cup of herbal tea.
Well isn't that just one more brilliant tip?!!!
Yes. It is.
Barb states that in order for your body to process the food from the day AND to refuel efficiently while you sleep, you must stop eating at least two hours before bedtime.
She's right, ya know. Going to bed "hungry" (not ravenous and ready to chew your arm off) is a great way to aid in your weight loss success. I know this one works. I've used it the last two days - as I am BACK ON TRACK, People - and it just feels better. I'm not going to bed with a too full belly. I'm waking up rarin' to go, and I am loving my scale.
So give it a try. Plan your daily routine (another FAB tip from Barb), keep a glass of water by your bed (ANOTHER fab Barb tip), and wake up ready to eat a healthy breakfast to start the new day (Yes, you guessed it, one more FAB Barb tip).
Whoa. That's a FAB Barb tip for today and 3 extra FAB Barb tips; she is AWESOME. YAY!
Okay. Gotta jet. Busy busy BZZZZY today. I get to walk all 16 floors of my apartment building handing out fliers for our next Paparazzi Accessories Open House. Yes, I'm excited about that. It's exercise. Then I'm off to the Library (walking) and then to get approval on another flyer and...wait. YOU don't need to know all this.
Hope your day is just as fun-filled and FABULOUS as mine!
Till next time!
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Our Virtual Trip(s)
Michele: 10.5 milesAnna: 210 miles
Sandi: 140.70 miles
Debbie: 85 miles
Kathy: 129.74 miles
Stephanie: 172.43 miles
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My October Goals:
Walk 130 miles - 39.2 = 90.8 miles to go!Swim 20 hours - 2 hours, 30 minutes = 17 hours, 30 minutes to go! The pool is HEATED!
Post Daily at My Fitness Pal - YES!
Eat at home 25 dinners - 8 down, 17 to go!
Hit 50 pounds down - 12.4 pounds to go!
Reward with the much coveted compression suit - Only 12.4 pounds to go!
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Starting Weight: 306.4
Goal Weight: 150
Today's Weight: 268.8
Total Lost to Date: 37.6
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| Me and My TOES :) |
PS: Today is day 88 and if you know me, then you might know that 8 is my FAVORITE number. And yes, I wrote about it once!
Eight Fun Facts About the Number 8
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