Last week I lost another 4.8 pounds, bringing my total to 11 pounds gone since January 1. Remember, my goal is to lose 60 pounds by mid July for my birthday cruise.
Last week was good, I was in routine, worked out 4 or 5? maybe days last week and I am sure that is helping my weight loss.
Hopefully, I will lose another 4 or 5 pounds Saturday....although I know this wonderful treat can't last forever. I hope that you are doing as well at your resolutions as I am, if you made one. Good luck and make this year the year that you change your life.
Still a loser!
Alias Mary Smith
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
2 Down and still counting
It's been about 2 and 1/2 weeks since I've written anything.....but I am happy to report I am still going strong!
Last week was difficult. I was on the road for 2 full days and out of town staying in a B & B for 4 days, eating almost every meal out. I was also out of routine. I am a routine oriented person, a little set in my ways since I have gotten older, but I had a great time and it was so worth it. My son graduated, and I was probably the most proud mom on the planet.
I stuck to the plan while driving on the way out there and on the way back. It was Monday's all you can eat mexican buffet lunch that I probably ate too much of. I stayed away from the cheese, started with salad, but still ate alot of meat. Once again I was uncomfortably full. Then we went to Pizza Hut for dinner. I am a pizza junkie. I love it all. However, I limited myself to 2 slices of thin crust pepperoni instead of half of the supreme with extra cheese. Tuesday lunch was a bit better, salad from Sonic with grilled chicken. However, dinner was a bit over the edge. They brought out hot bread with real butter.....and you probably know the rest of that story. I did have a salad from the most awesome salad bar I have ever seen. Then I ordered green chili stew for dinner, and they brought out more hot bread with butter. It was really good.
And now for the results when I weighed in on Saturday??????? I STAYED THE SAME! I was so excited that I hadn't gained any weight, which I thought I might. Also, I didn't exercise at all for the whole week. I did get right back on track when I got back on Thursday and have been since.
This week I am using my Wii fit to do Yoga for 1/2 an hour every other day, as well as the advanced step and rhythm boxing. I like knocking out the bag at the end of every session on the boxing.
Today I did my Yoga, did the running activity, which winded me, then rode my bike with my Kube and music. The problem is that the first 5 songs are all fast kick butt songs, which means I rode really hard for the first 15 minutes or so, which made it really difficult to smoke and sing. But then, I barely made it home from the front of the neighborhood. I thought I would die. My legs hurt so bad! I did manage to push through it to get home, but only because there was no other way to get there. If there had been, I probably would have taken it. And all I got for an hours' worth of exercise were 4 stinking activity points! What the heck! It sure felt like I should have gotten about 15 activity points.
My goal is to lose 60 pounds by July 18. My friend is taking me on a 5 day cruise for my birthday! I am so excited. It is also a really great goal to work toward. THANK YOU SUSAN!
The one thing I don't understand is how that movie stars do it. I know they must not really eat to stay so thin. Their body is so much of their identity. I am thankful that I am not a movie star! I would be the most body dense woman in the spotlight! Although I have to say that I am so looking forward to looking better and feeling better. It would also be really nice if all my clothes weren't so tight! Another week and a half down.
Hoping for a big loss this week.......
Alias Mary Smith
Last week was difficult. I was on the road for 2 full days and out of town staying in a B & B for 4 days, eating almost every meal out. I was also out of routine. I am a routine oriented person, a little set in my ways since I have gotten older, but I had a great time and it was so worth it. My son graduated, and I was probably the most proud mom on the planet.
I stuck to the plan while driving on the way out there and on the way back. It was Monday's all you can eat mexican buffet lunch that I probably ate too much of. I stayed away from the cheese, started with salad, but still ate alot of meat. Once again I was uncomfortably full. Then we went to Pizza Hut for dinner. I am a pizza junkie. I love it all. However, I limited myself to 2 slices of thin crust pepperoni instead of half of the supreme with extra cheese. Tuesday lunch was a bit better, salad from Sonic with grilled chicken. However, dinner was a bit over the edge. They brought out hot bread with real butter.....and you probably know the rest of that story. I did have a salad from the most awesome salad bar I have ever seen. Then I ordered green chili stew for dinner, and they brought out more hot bread with butter. It was really good.
And now for the results when I weighed in on Saturday??????? I STAYED THE SAME! I was so excited that I hadn't gained any weight, which I thought I might. Also, I didn't exercise at all for the whole week. I did get right back on track when I got back on Thursday and have been since.
This week I am using my Wii fit to do Yoga for 1/2 an hour every other day, as well as the advanced step and rhythm boxing. I like knocking out the bag at the end of every session on the boxing.
Today I did my Yoga, did the running activity, which winded me, then rode my bike with my Kube and music. The problem is that the first 5 songs are all fast kick butt songs, which means I rode really hard for the first 15 minutes or so, which made it really difficult to smoke and sing. But then, I barely made it home from the front of the neighborhood. I thought I would die. My legs hurt so bad! I did manage to push through it to get home, but only because there was no other way to get there. If there had been, I probably would have taken it. And all I got for an hours' worth of exercise were 4 stinking activity points! What the heck! It sure felt like I should have gotten about 15 activity points.
My goal is to lose 60 pounds by July 18. My friend is taking me on a 5 day cruise for my birthday! I am so excited. It is also a really great goal to work toward. THANK YOU SUSAN!
The one thing I don't understand is how that movie stars do it. I know they must not really eat to stay so thin. Their body is so much of their identity. I am thankful that I am not a movie star! I would be the most body dense woman in the spotlight! Although I have to say that I am so looking forward to looking better and feeling better. It would also be really nice if all my clothes weren't so tight! Another week and a half down.
Hoping for a big loss this week.......
Alias Mary Smith
Friday, January 7, 2011
1 Week Down
I have 1 week down on my quest to eat healthier, lose weight, and get in shape. Actually, it hasn't been as difficult as I expected. The headaches lasted longer than expected, I was hungry more than I thought I would be, but other than that, it's been a piece of cake!
I don't weigh in until tomorrow, so I have no idea whether I have lost weight or gained weight, but I do have my fingers crossed. This next week will be much more difficult, since I will be out of routine, but hopefully, I won't do too bad.
Now I am working on changing bad habits. Eating can no longer be my back up plan for stress management. Now, since I have experienced hunger (for the first time in ages), I am eating when I am hungry. No eating out of boredom, nervousness, happiness, loneliness, or sadness. Now, I am trying to only eat when I am hungry. And not the pig portions I so love! Moderation is the key! I am really working hard on eating only what I need and then waiting for a while to see if I am still hungry or if I am satisfied. I haven't been so full I could hardly move all week! I am so proud of myself.
I have also managed to ride my bike and work out using the Wii. It is pretty sad when you can say that a video game made you break a sweat, but my Wii did. The worst part of the Wii is stepping on the workout step and the stupid machine groaning at you. Whose brilliant idea was that? I am wondering if the stupid machine will go Yeah! when I actually am weighing closer to what I should or if it will always groan at me. Someone out there has a really twisted sense of humor.....
I am asking for all prayers out there that I will manage to do ok next week and not beat myself up if I have some setbacks. I am trying the old AA trick of 1 day at a time. Whoever came up with that strategy truly is brilliant! That actually does work, because most of us can do anything for just one day.
One of the upper management talking heads sent out an email today about motivation and overall good things to live by. There were 2 of them on there that I will use. The first thing is to ask yourself this question every morning when you get up. "What are the three most important things I need to do today that will help me create the success I desire?” and the second thing is another question and statement when you go to bed at night: "What did I accomplish today?" and then spend a little time going over what I am thankful for that day. I think looking for the good stuff every day will certainly help me become a better person.
If all of these self improvement strategies that I am working on actually work, I am going to be one heck of a woman. Maybe a little closer to "Saint Mary". And for all you doubting James' out there, just stand back and watch!
Aiming to be a better person next time........
Alias Mary Smith
I don't weigh in until tomorrow, so I have no idea whether I have lost weight or gained weight, but I do have my fingers crossed. This next week will be much more difficult, since I will be out of routine, but hopefully, I won't do too bad.
Now I am working on changing bad habits. Eating can no longer be my back up plan for stress management. Now, since I have experienced hunger (for the first time in ages), I am eating when I am hungry. No eating out of boredom, nervousness, happiness, loneliness, or sadness. Now, I am trying to only eat when I am hungry. And not the pig portions I so love! Moderation is the key! I am really working hard on eating only what I need and then waiting for a while to see if I am still hungry or if I am satisfied. I haven't been so full I could hardly move all week! I am so proud of myself.
I have also managed to ride my bike and work out using the Wii. It is pretty sad when you can say that a video game made you break a sweat, but my Wii did. The worst part of the Wii is stepping on the workout step and the stupid machine groaning at you. Whose brilliant idea was that? I am wondering if the stupid machine will go Yeah! when I actually am weighing closer to what I should or if it will always groan at me. Someone out there has a really twisted sense of humor.....
I am asking for all prayers out there that I will manage to do ok next week and not beat myself up if I have some setbacks. I am trying the old AA trick of 1 day at a time. Whoever came up with that strategy truly is brilliant! That actually does work, because most of us can do anything for just one day.
One of the upper management talking heads sent out an email today about motivation and overall good things to live by. There were 2 of them on there that I will use. The first thing is to ask yourself this question every morning when you get up. "What are the three most important things I need to do today that will help me create the success I desire?” and the second thing is another question and statement when you go to bed at night: "What did I accomplish today?" and then spend a little time going over what I am thankful for that day. I think looking for the good stuff every day will certainly help me become a better person.
If all of these self improvement strategies that I am working on actually work, I am going to be one heck of a woman. Maybe a little closer to "Saint Mary". And for all you doubting James' out there, just stand back and watch!
Aiming to be a better person next time........
Alias Mary Smith
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Hungry!!!
I started Weight Watchers on Saturday, January 1, 2011. I did great day 1 and day 2. However, I had to go to work day 3. Teaching a class (really just facilitating) from 8-5:15, and by the time I left to go home, I thought I was going to chew my arm off! I didn't really have time to fill up on fruits and veggies all day like I did on days 1 and 2, and apparently this makes a difference! I had only had 7 pointsplus by the time I sat down to my Smart Ones lasagna dinner. I understand why I was hungry yesterday, but why am I starving today?
Again, I have not been able to eat all those fruits and veggies, but when I am in a classroom, I am not going to be able to constantly fill my face with food, even if it has a 0 pointplus value. I really do need to get this under control.
Also, I thought I would be past the headache stage by day 4, but my head is pounding! I did work out for 30 minutes today, and did some yoga poses to stretch my muscles, and my head is still hurting. Not sure why..........
I will be consistent and stick with the plan, I love the new Weight Watchers plan, I am just so uncomfortable. I hate feeling hungry AND having a headache.
Hanging in there.......
Alias Mary Smith
Again, I have not been able to eat all those fruits and veggies, but when I am in a classroom, I am not going to be able to constantly fill my face with food, even if it has a 0 pointplus value. I really do need to get this under control.
Also, I thought I would be past the headache stage by day 4, but my head is pounding! I did work out for 30 minutes today, and did some yoga poses to stretch my muscles, and my head is still hurting. Not sure why..........
I will be consistent and stick with the plan, I love the new Weight Watchers plan, I am just so uncomfortable. I hate feeling hungry AND having a headache.
Hanging in there.......
Alias Mary Smith
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Ditto
Like most people in the free world, my New Year's resolution is to lose weight and live a healthier lifestyle.
So, today, January 1, 2011, I began Weight Watchers. Yesterday I attended a meeting so that I could get all the information for their new program. I was so proud of myself.....I am at an all time high for my weight! The leader was very good, (always a plus,) and very motivational. I decided since I was close to the mall, I would go to Lane Bryant and find a new outfit to wear to school next week, since I will be thin and svelte by Monday. I need an undergarment that will help smooth out my tires (you know the Dunlop that dun lopped over my belt), and was looking at Spanx. What I found out about Spanx is that even though they make them for larger women, they don't make them for the denser woman. My height was on there, and my weight was on there, but I was still in the red zone when you put them together, which means I am outside the size ranges. We ended up pretending I am 5 foot tall, so that I could be in the orange zone and fit in a size. I am preparing mentally for the experience of trying to wrestle myself into the Spanx next week. Everyone assures me that Spanx are very comfortable and you hardly notice you are wearing it. I was psyched and ready to go...... so I picked up $20 worth of Taco Bell for lunch and went home and Ronnie and I had a last meal before I change my habits......
So today, I did it. I stuck with the program all day long! I did eat a bunch of fruit and vegetables and made some zero point soup. The soup was ok, definitely not great.
The best part for me was that I got out of my chair and away from my computer and went for a bike ride. I decided to just go for it so I jumped in the shower, put on my shorts and tennis shoes and gathered together the things I need when I ride: sunglasses, cigarettes, phone, and a roll of toilet paper. (Just in case I have an emergency and need to stop.) Then I realized I needed to air up my tires, and the cord for the air compressor was all jacked up, so I had to get it right. THEN I could get air in my tires. I looked for my ipod, couldn't find it, and I'm thinking this is not getting off to a great start. But, I was wrong. I rode for 20 minutes. I'm sure I was a sight to see, an old lady riding a bicycle while smoking a cigarette. However, the great part of being 50 is that I am so bent on making myself happy, that I don't care if it pleases others or not! It was strange getting back on my bike after several years, and I am just a tad bit older now.....
I actually felt better after I rode! I knew I would, but it has been so long that I had forgotten how good it feels to ride, even if my sit bones hurt. I had more energy for the day and for the first time this entire Christmas break, I didn't take a nap! I played on my Wii for over an hour this afternoon. Then I went on my dreaded weekly grocery store chore and came home and cooked my low pointplus dinner!
Feeling pretty good about making it through today. A little worried about fitting in the exercise once I have to go back to work, but I will work it out. I have to. I would like to bend over again without having to look around and see what else needs to be done while I am down there.
Feeling successful.......
Alias Mary Smith
So, today, January 1, 2011, I began Weight Watchers. Yesterday I attended a meeting so that I could get all the information for their new program. I was so proud of myself.....I am at an all time high for my weight! The leader was very good, (always a plus,) and very motivational. I decided since I was close to the mall, I would go to Lane Bryant and find a new outfit to wear to school next week, since I will be thin and svelte by Monday. I need an undergarment that will help smooth out my tires (you know the Dunlop that dun lopped over my belt), and was looking at Spanx. What I found out about Spanx is that even though they make them for larger women, they don't make them for the denser woman. My height was on there, and my weight was on there, but I was still in the red zone when you put them together, which means I am outside the size ranges. We ended up pretending I am 5 foot tall, so that I could be in the orange zone and fit in a size. I am preparing mentally for the experience of trying to wrestle myself into the Spanx next week. Everyone assures me that Spanx are very comfortable and you hardly notice you are wearing it. I was psyched and ready to go...... so I picked up $20 worth of Taco Bell for lunch and went home and Ronnie and I had a last meal before I change my habits......
So today, I did it. I stuck with the program all day long! I did eat a bunch of fruit and vegetables and made some zero point soup. The soup was ok, definitely not great.
The best part for me was that I got out of my chair and away from my computer and went for a bike ride. I decided to just go for it so I jumped in the shower, put on my shorts and tennis shoes and gathered together the things I need when I ride: sunglasses, cigarettes, phone, and a roll of toilet paper. (Just in case I have an emergency and need to stop.) Then I realized I needed to air up my tires, and the cord for the air compressor was all jacked up, so I had to get it right. THEN I could get air in my tires. I looked for my ipod, couldn't find it, and I'm thinking this is not getting off to a great start. But, I was wrong. I rode for 20 minutes. I'm sure I was a sight to see, an old lady riding a bicycle while smoking a cigarette. However, the great part of being 50 is that I am so bent on making myself happy, that I don't care if it pleases others or not! It was strange getting back on my bike after several years, and I am just a tad bit older now.....
I actually felt better after I rode! I knew I would, but it has been so long that I had forgotten how good it feels to ride, even if my sit bones hurt. I had more energy for the day and for the first time this entire Christmas break, I didn't take a nap! I played on my Wii for over an hour this afternoon. Then I went on my dreaded weekly grocery store chore and came home and cooked my low pointplus dinner!
Feeling pretty good about making it through today. A little worried about fitting in the exercise once I have to go back to work, but I will work it out. I have to. I would like to bend over again without having to look around and see what else needs to be done while I am down there.
Feeling successful.......
Alias Mary Smith
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