December 26, 2007
Today's Weight: 263
Still at 263 today. Frustrating in that I'd really like to see the scale move. I've been at this weight for a week now. However given the high calorie and high carb days lately, I think I'm fortunate to at least maintain. I need to work on getting my calories lower today. This morning I had one less slice of bacon at breakfast and cut my cheese and cream consumption in half. I guess it's a start. I need to eat as clean as possible.I've been analyzing my Fitday weight chart this morning and it seems that I always stay one weight for a week or two before having a 2-4 pound whoosh. So I know I shouldn't get frustrated. I am upset with myself however, because I noticed that just about EVERY time I had a whoosh...I had NO FITDAY FOOD LOG the day before!! So I have no way of knowing what I ate or didn't eat that made the difference and got the scale moving. So my resolution for now and the New Year is to do my Fitday food every single day...even if I cheat or go off plan. Even if I have a high carb day. I can't stick my head in the sand. If I eat it, I need to log it. There will be no other way to objectively learn what I am or am not doing to help my body burn fat.
So.
So today I'm going to eat clean, measure and log everything and try to get my body moving more. I'm going to be patient and I know the weight will come off soon.
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
Merry Low Carb Christmas!
December 25, 2007
Today's Weight: 263
Today my husband was talking with his parents and they mentioned that in the Christmas letter they received from us last week, they noticed that I looked like I had lost weight. Dh proudly told them that I had lost 27 pounds on Atkins. YAY! It's nice to have that validation, and to know that others can see the changes in me, just like I can.
When I look at the mirror, I do see in imperfect body still. My thighs are still jiggly and I still have a flabby belly. But I'm seeing improvements that really excite me. The biggest improvement? The smile on my face, of course. Since losing 27 pounds, I have gained a new confidence and demeanor that I haven't know for quite sometime now. It's nice to feel proud of yourself again. To feel confident and proud.
The greatest Christmas present I could give myself is my own health and happiness. I am taking control of what I put in my body. I am making healthy choices to keep myself in good shape...physically and emotionally. Not only will *I* win, but my family will, too. My kids have a mommy who will live longer and be able to play with them and have the energy to keep up with them.
I thank God for helping me make good choices everyday. I am not perfect. Sometimes I blow it...like yesterday when I got carried away with the sugar free cookies and other poor choices and ended up with over 75 g of carbs!! But overall, I am making better choices and taking charge of my life and my health. For that, I am proud. The best part is now I realize that life is not all or nothing. And when you fall down, you just need to get back up. And it's okay.
Merry Christmas everyone, and have a happy low carb day!
Today's Weight: 263
Today my husband was talking with his parents and they mentioned that in the Christmas letter they received from us last week, they noticed that I looked like I had lost weight. Dh proudly told them that I had lost 27 pounds on Atkins. YAY! It's nice to have that validation, and to know that others can see the changes in me, just like I can.
When I look at the mirror, I do see in imperfect body still. My thighs are still jiggly and I still have a flabby belly. But I'm seeing improvements that really excite me. The biggest improvement? The smile on my face, of course. Since losing 27 pounds, I have gained a new confidence and demeanor that I haven't know for quite sometime now. It's nice to feel proud of yourself again. To feel confident and proud.
The greatest Christmas present I could give myself is my own health and happiness. I am taking control of what I put in my body. I am making healthy choices to keep myself in good shape...physically and emotionally. Not only will *I* win, but my family will, too. My kids have a mommy who will live longer and be able to play with them and have the energy to keep up with them.
I thank God for helping me make good choices everyday. I am not perfect. Sometimes I blow it...like yesterday when I got carried away with the sugar free cookies and other poor choices and ended up with over 75 g of carbs!! But overall, I am making better choices and taking charge of my life and my health. For that, I am proud. The best part is now I realize that life is not all or nothing. And when you fall down, you just need to get back up. And it's okay.
Merry Christmas everyone, and have a happy low carb day!
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Sickness and the Blahs
Decmeber 11, 2007
Today's Weight: 264 lbs
Today I'm at a new low of 264 lbs. However, I'm not celebrating just yet. I've spent the last week or so with a stomach bug, so I've dropped about 5-6 pounds in a week just from being ill and not having an appetite. I've been eating more the last couple of days and I haven't seen a gain yet, so we will see. It will be nice if the loss would stick!! My goal for this month is to make it to 259, so this recent loss would certainly make that goal attainable.
As a result of my illness, I'm still feeling kind of BLAH toward food. It's frustrating to feel hungry and weak, and yet not really have much desire to eat. Food used to bring such joy and comfort to me and now it does not. Even low carb food just isn't as yummy anymore. I don't know if this is a side effect of ketosis, being ill, being in a rut menu-wise or perhaps plain old depression. I just don't know. I do hope it passes though. While I don't want my whole sense of happiness to be wrapped up in what's on my plate, it is nice to actually ENJOY what I'm eating!
Today's Weight: 264 lbs
Today I'm at a new low of 264 lbs. However, I'm not celebrating just yet. I've spent the last week or so with a stomach bug, so I've dropped about 5-6 pounds in a week just from being ill and not having an appetite. I've been eating more the last couple of days and I haven't seen a gain yet, so we will see. It will be nice if the loss would stick!! My goal for this month is to make it to 259, so this recent loss would certainly make that goal attainable.
As a result of my illness, I'm still feeling kind of BLAH toward food. It's frustrating to feel hungry and weak, and yet not really have much desire to eat. Food used to bring such joy and comfort to me and now it does not. Even low carb food just isn't as yummy anymore. I don't know if this is a side effect of ketosis, being ill, being in a rut menu-wise or perhaps plain old depression. I just don't know. I do hope it passes though. While I don't want my whole sense of happiness to be wrapped up in what's on my plate, it is nice to actually ENJOY what I'm eating!
Belated Birthday!
December 11, 2007
Today's Weight: 264 lbs
Well, last week was my birthday! My 34th birthday. It really was a great day. At that point, I had a 20 pound loss and I was feeling so much more confident than I was 2 months ago. I put on a brand new sweater to celebrate the occasion and took a picture. So what do you think? Can you see a difference?? Aside from the fact that I have makeup on and my hair is done...oh and that I'm THINNER....I think you can also see a difference in my expression. I look and feel more confident and happy now.
My goal is to be at my goal weight by my next birthday.
Today's Weight: 264 lbs
Well, last week was my birthday! My 34th birthday. It really was a great day. At that point, I had a 20 pound loss and I was feeling so much more confident than I was 2 months ago. I put on a brand new sweater to celebrate the occasion and took a picture. So what do you think? Can you see a difference?? Aside from the fact that I have makeup on and my hair is done...oh and that I'm THINNER....I think you can also see a difference in my expression. I look and feel more confident and happy now.
My goal is to be at my goal weight by my next birthday.
Sunday, December 2, 2007
November results, December goal
Today's weight: 268.8
I'm pleased to report that as of November 30th, I weighed in at 270 lbs!!! That's 20 pounds total loss in 2 months! Although it seemed slow during that time, I really think a 20 pound loss is very nice for 2 months. That averages out to about 2 pounds per week, which is good, I think. Although I would love the weight to melt off in record time, I realize that TRUE, permanent weight loss must come more slowly to be effective. The changes made to my diet have been life-long changes in my diet, not some quick weight loss plan that I immediately go off of after reaching goal and gain the weight back. (been there, SO DONE THAT!)
While October had a total loss of 12 lbs, November was a tad slower at 8 lbs. Still respectable, however, and I'm pleased with the results.
My goal for this coming month is of course to lose more weight! But more specifically, I'm going to try to reach for an 11 pound loss.
Why 11 pounds you ask?? Why dear reader, I would be happy to tell you. An 11 pound loss will get me to the magical weight of 259.
259 may not SEEM magical. However, back in January of 2006, it was my 259 pound self that stared down the double line on an EPT test and while excited and it's meaning...fully realized that weight loss was NOT in my immediate future.
So yes, I would love to make it back to my pre-Alexander weight this month.
I would also love to make it back to size 18. Soooooo would love that! I am close enough, I think I could do it!
I might have to lay on the bed to zip the zipper though!
I'm pleased to report that as of November 30th, I weighed in at 270 lbs!!! That's 20 pounds total loss in 2 months! Although it seemed slow during that time, I really think a 20 pound loss is very nice for 2 months. That averages out to about 2 pounds per week, which is good, I think. Although I would love the weight to melt off in record time, I realize that TRUE, permanent weight loss must come more slowly to be effective. The changes made to my diet have been life-long changes in my diet, not some quick weight loss plan that I immediately go off of after reaching goal and gain the weight back. (been there, SO DONE THAT!)
While October had a total loss of 12 lbs, November was a tad slower at 8 lbs. Still respectable, however, and I'm pleased with the results.
My goal for this coming month is of course to lose more weight! But more specifically, I'm going to try to reach for an 11 pound loss.
Why 11 pounds you ask?? Why dear reader, I would be happy to tell you. An 11 pound loss will get me to the magical weight of 259.
259 may not SEEM magical. However, back in January of 2006, it was my 259 pound self that stared down the double line on an EPT test and while excited and it's meaning...fully realized that weight loss was NOT in my immediate future.
So yes, I would love to make it back to my pre-Alexander weight this month.
I would also love to make it back to size 18. Soooooo would love that! I am close enough, I think I could do it!
I might have to lay on the bed to zip the zipper though!
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