Disappointed

A little disappointed in myself.  I know I can do better.  No weight loss to report this week - no gain either.  I think it was the pizza on Friday & Saturday which is totally my fault.  I need to stop slacking on the weekends.

There's a Memorial Day picnic to go to today.  Maybe I should bring my swim suit (even though I look like a beached whale) and get some exercise in.  I should also lay off the food today too, it'll be hard but I vow to make the right choices today and not mess things up for a loss this week.

My goal this week is to lose 2 pounds.  Couch25k, Zumba and maybe swimming today will help get things rolling this week.

This week's weight: 226.8 lbs.  Total loss of 19.8 lbs.

Couch to 25 minutes LOL

At this point, I highly doubt I'll ever make it to running a full 5k.  Last night was day 2 of the program and while it did go a little smoother than Wednesday's attempt, it still kicked my butt. 

I'm still motivated to exercise, which does say a lot.  I'll probably keep going with the running/jogging but at a pace that doesn't kill me. 

I inquired about a Zumba class that is held Wednesday nights at the local roller skating rink.  Everyone has nothing but good things to say about Zumba so we'll see how that goes.  My first attempt will be June 2nd.

I really wish someone was exercising with me.  I'm sure I'd be a little more motivated if someone was with me.  I'm not going to let that get in my way though and keep up with everything.  The results of the dedication this time around have been inspiring.

Last night, I measured my arms, legs, waist & hips.  I wish I would have done that at the beginning of the program but it's too late for that!  I can already see a difference in my pants, they're very baggy.  I'm not talking about a little extra room in them - it is a lot of extra material!  I keep wearing my jeans only so I can see them get bigger and bigger - and because I'm too cheap to go out and get a new pair yet.

Tomorrow is weigh in.  It's been a really good week I think so I'm hoping for some good results.  I did have pizza on Friday and a left over piece for lunch today but I did stay within my points.  Fingers crossed!

Exercise UGH!

This is where I sit in a pile of sweat.  So gross!  Why did I pick today to start the routine?  It's 95 degrees out side.

Anyway, at Sunday's meeting one of the girls mentioned the 'Couch to 5k' program.  Basically it's a step up program from sitting on the couch to running a 5k. Sounds crazy, right?  After much review of the comments and reviews of the program I decided it can't be too bad.

O M G I'm so out of shape.  I downloaded some tracks that are designed for the program on my iPod.  They have up beats for running and low beats for walking.  Each track is 30 minutes.

I tried my hardest to get through the whole 30 minutes even if it meant walking when I was supposed to be jogging.  The jogging portion of the workout was only accomplished during the first 10 minutes.  I was able to continue to walk at the fast pace a remaining 15 minutes. The last 5 minutes were me sitting at the foot of my driveway trying to catch my breath and stretching my throbbing legs. 

I am not admitting defeat or giving up though.  What I'm saying is that it'll probably take me longer than the 9 weeks the program suggests for getting from the Couch to 5k.  (more info here: http://www.c25k.com/)

I'll try again on Friday.

Tracking Isn't Enough

Tracking isn't the answer to weight loss.  It's a combination of things.  Eating healthier and exercising.  Damn that exercising bit.  This week I will exercise. 

The WW plan accounts for exercise with Activity Points.  The more Activity Points you 'earn' by exercising the more food 'Points' you are allowed each day.  At this point I'm not worried about tracking Activity Points I just need to start exercising.  That's the goal and I'm sticking to it.

This week's weight: 226.8 lbs.  Total loss of 19.8 lbs.

No Loss is Better Than a Gain

Ok, let's start this off by saying last weekend's birthday parties probably caught up with me.  It may also be the lack of exercise that's I've got going on here too.

Getting back on track this week - I don't like the feeling of no new numbers to report!

This week's weight 229.8 lbs.  Total weight loss remains at 16.8 lbs.

Avoiding the Birthday Cake

I really have no idea how I lost weight this week.  No exercise and two birthday parties for my son (who just turned 7) really couldn't have been bad.

I ended up avoiding the birthday cake on two separate occasions this week!  Personally I'm surprised with myself.  I have horrible will power and give into temptation more often than not.

I think the whole being honest with myself by tracking each item that enters my mouth has really helped curb the cravings & temptations.  Unfortunately I did give into a slice of pizza - but ONLY one slice! 

Weigh in this week went well!  Weighed in at 229.8 I've got a momentum going that makes me think my goals are definitely within reach.  Total weight loss thus far - 16.8 lbs!

Lets go to Lunch

Lunch on WW is pretty simple.  At least I'm making it simple.  I've been buying the Healthy Choice meals which range in points between 5 & 7.  It's quick and easy to throw two of them into a bag each day for hubby and me.

I should really start exercising.  I really want to but I'm not sure where to start.  I did get a bicycle a couple weeks ago but it kicked my ass and hurt for about a week afterward.  Need to start with something a little more my speed.

They mentioned Zumba at WW this week.  I wonder if there's a class around here to try it out without signing up for a gym membership.

Weigh in this week was 234.4.  Total weight loss so far... drum roll please... 12.2 lbs! Yay me!