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I can't believe I've gained 12 pounds since our wedding. It probably didn't help that I was laid off four days after getting back from our honeymoon. I did get some exercise during August, September, and October because I was playing softball every weekend. So that did help. I guess I could say it's been 9 months since our wedding and I've gained 12 pounds in 9 months..but really I don't think I started gaining until after softball season...so really i've gained 12 pounds in 5 months. That is not good! I've got to start doing something to get this weight off. I don't care if I lose more than 12 pounds...I was happy being at 169..even though for my 5'7" frame that was overweight. I was happy with that. I was happy with my size 12 pants. But I am NOT HAPPY at 181 with stuff over flowing out of my size 12 pants... Not happy at all. So starting tomorrow I am officially on a diet/exercise program to get myself back down to 169 and stay there.
Before the wedding me and some of my co-workers did Zumba. It was so much fun and you really got a work-out. But after losing my job I really can't afford to drive the 20 mile drive up there and pay the money to go to the classes. So i'm thinking of ordering the work-out videos and do them from home. Plus I plan on walking everyday...even if its not alot...I must do some sort of walking...
Anyways, every wednesday will be the end of one week since I'm starting tomorrow which is wednesday. I will post how I did that week and my challenges for the next week. Below is my challenges for this week. It may not sound like much but trust me it is. I eat cookies, brownies...some sort of snack EVERY NITE before I go to bed. I also drink alot of tea... But no soda. Also we eat ALOT of red meat in our house. Like I'd say probably 4 times a week. This week is going to be really hard...not only because its the first week but because were going out of town this weekend so it's going to be hard to eat healthier and exercise..but I will.
First Week Weight Challenge April 1 - April 7
No more cookies, cakes, brownies, ice cream, etc.
No more tea. ONLY Water.
Cut back on red meat. Only eat red meat twice a week. (yes, that's cutting back for me)
Walk EVERYDAY.
So, i'm taking it slow my first week and just concentrating on these four things. Those are huge things for me so this is definately going to be hard. One thing that I'm hoping will help me is a program I have on my iphone called Lose It. It keeps track of every single thing you eat or drink plus you can add any excerise you do into it. I'm going to try and keep all calorie consumption under 1500. I know that still seems like a lot but compared to my usual 3000 a day...it's a huge step.
After reading this I do realize you all are probably going to think i'm a fat slob that eats like a kid. And well I wouldn't consider myself a fat slob (yet) I do eat like a kid. haha Because when I was younger I could eat like this everyday and never gain a freakin' pound. Then all of a sudden I turn 25 and all I have to do is look at something and I gain weight.. WTF?? Wish me Luck.
Also, if you guys have any good advice or tips please feel free to leave a comment or shoot me an email. I need all the help I can get!
And...no I'm not like any other girl. I don't care that the entire internet can see that i'm 5'7" and weight 181 pounds. haha I'm pretty open... ;o) Oh, and tomorrow I'm getting a haircut to kinda "boost" my self confidence and get this thing going. And yes, I know I need to tan. That's on the list too!
4 comments:
We all need to motivate each other! I think it's great you are challenging yourself, I need to get walking too, but I am lazy about it. Wish we lived closer together, it's easy to stay motivated if you have a partner! Good luck, can't wait to see your progress.
Good luck! I'm joining you. I turned 31 today and I have until September to lose weight and feel better in my dress. I'm going to try to cut out my massive Pepsi intake and drink water and walk everyday. I am also going to watch my portions on every meal which seemed to work wonders last time I seriously wanted to lose weight. Good luck babe!
I'm 5"7 and 181 too!
Let's do this together, albeit virtually :) I've been unemployed since moving to the US (Feb. '08) so it has been soooo very easy to pack on the weight. I can't recall what I weighed when my husband and I got married (April 08) but I got up to 187 while I was back home in Australia and finally decided to do something about it when we came back after Christmas.
I started jogging/walking about 6 weeks ago and managed to go down to 181 - I am happy with my progress so far. the first few weeks of this jogging/walking business was HARD but I knew that once I got into a routine, I would stick with it. I think it really helps that I watch TV (the Food NEtwork) while I'm on the treadmill - it keeps me "interested" and it doesn't feel like I'm working out.
I'm not good at portion/food control in general - that might be the next step. Right now I'm working on getting fitness right and then start eating more in moderation. I can't shock myself too much :)
I look forward to seeing your progress and sharing any tips I might have!
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Good for you! Sounds like you've got a good plan to keep yourself on track. The beginning is always the hardest but once you get the ball rolling it really is a lot easier to stick to it. I'll be here to help cheer you on! =D
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