Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Randomness

Well I am not really sure where time went-I can't believe it's been so long since I have posted.
Things are going good! I am really enjoying this journey, don't get me wrong its hard and there are times that my body is so sore I could cry (maybe I have a little). But I feel so great!!! I am not really noticing a lot of difference (a little in my legs) but I have felt good so I am still moving forward. There are a few things that I have learned the last few weeks that I would like to share:
  • Be Creative-Sometimes my hubby works on Saturday so if I don't go to the gym at 5am (YUCK) then I have to find a creative way to workout. I decided that it's important for all of us to be MORE active, so we love to go to the church parking lot. The kids have been really big into roller blading and I do my jogging. It's been a BLAST! Last week we had a picnic there too. The kids think its the coolest thing ever! In fact we decided to tun a 5k as a family. (June round-up days) I am excited to go hiking when it's warmer.
  • The gym-I have enjoyed going to the gym and working out. It's my time-why is it that us women feel guilty about taking some time for yourself? It makes me be a better Mom yet I feel guilty about leaving my kids?? I know understand why so many Mom's go to the gym in the early morning hours-as NOW so do I!!!
  • Speaking of early morning gym goers......I will NEVER be one of those ladies that look all dolled up! Make-up, hair done etc. I can't believe how many there are at the Legacy Center that look like they just stepped out a salon!
  • Craving something sweet? Eat a piece of fruit and drink lots of water and MOST the time that craving is gone. My eating is going good-Valentines Day wasn't that bad. I did eat Chocolate Dipped Berries, No worries I enjoyed every bite. But I planned ahead by eating lower calorie foods that day and worked out extra hard that day! One thing I have learned is that I can still eat food that I enjoy. It's all about the way it's prepare and the serving size. This is something that I have been very good at, I have taught my children that serving size is something that needs to be looked at.

Many of you have asked how am i doing. I will report the 1st Sat. of every month on how much weight, inches, and body fat i have lost in the past month. I am trying hard not to get on the scale often.

Until next time!

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Relationship

I want to talk about a relationship that I have. It's between FOOD and I. Yes you heard me, I said FOOD! I love FOOD!! I have always loved food, especially sweet treats and that's why I weigh 340 pounds. I believe that loosing weight is a mental game for most people. A very inspiring lady told me the other day this quote, its a motto I say to myself at least 6x a day! "I eat food because I need it to live, NOT because I love it!" (Thanks Aunt Chris) Today, on February 8, 2012 I am ended my relationship with food. I need food to live, I will no longer live for food. Thats a strong statement and I know that I will become a healthier person because of living up to that motto. I few things that I am doing that maybe will help someone else-
  • Counting Calories-I have NEVER DONE this before. There is a great site/app for this its is http://www.livestrong.com/myplate/ AWESOME! It does all the work for me. So user friendly. (Thanks Aunt Chris and Kenzi) I can't believe what kind of junk I have been putting in my body!!! It's great to feel good!
  • Sugar-this is so hard for me! I love my sweet treats. So instead of giving up all the way I am going to do 6 days with none and 1 free day. Okay maybe free day isn't the best word, I can't not eat crap all day and gorge until I puke-but I will enjoy a small amount of some of my favorite things. (Cupcakes, ice cream, Creme Brulee a few to mention) again moderation is the key here. I haven't had candy/junk food since Sunday and I won't until Valentines Day when I hope my hubby buys me a few chocolate dipped strawberries and raspberries from Dippidee. (Danaca or Marcee can you make that happen)
  • Being Prepared-I ALWAYS have something healthy in the fridge and in the pantry that's ready for me to snack on. When I get my lettuce I cut it all up and bag it, veggies cut up and ready for a salad or a snack. If I am hungry and have nothing to snack on, then I go for the kids treat bags.
  • Gum-It is a must have! When I feel "Bored" and I need a snack I just chew on some gum!

I hope that this can help someone! I have some fun recipes that I will post soon and some more things. With the contest I only weigh in once a month. I will weigh myself every Saturday and report on how I do. Please remember that numbers aren't everything! I am really wanting to feel good in my "tight" jeans! Until next time-

It's ON!

Saturday was the BIG DAY! As 47 strangers fill into the room, I noticed how different we are. Some of us of lots of weight to lose, some women, some men, full time moms, working dads, business owner even the Mayor of Lehi is competing in the competition. But when it comes down to it we are all the same. Normal people trying to make it through life. It's struggle for everyone. They too are ready to let go of this heavy weight that they are carry around. That's what we have in common, it doesn't matter if it's only 30 pds they want to lose we are all in the same boat. As I have started this blog mainly for me, many people have expressed their gratitude to me for being brave enough to write my story. Thank you all for your kind words, great advice and moral support-I need it all It's hard! I feel like I can do so much, but my body is too slow because its heavy. It's time that I peel of my "normal" person and become someone Extraordinary! My team is AMAZING! On Tuesday night, our first session together we did a basic fitness test. As I was running a mile every time I completed a lap, half the team was there cheering me on-it was great. The best part about it was that my Dad was cheering the loudest. Yes folks, my amazing 63 yr old father is in the competition and better yet on my team! My Dad has been such an example to me. I am so excited to be on this journey with him!!!! More to come........

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Prep

On January 10, 2012 I decided to give up junk food and soda. I love a fresh Dr. Pepper with lots of ice. In fact one day while I was at Harts with my 5 yr old, filling up my 44 ounce cup. I saw a light click on in his little head. "I get it!" he exclaimed! "You have a Dr. Pepper everyday so when Daddy comes home from work he still has a wife and 4 kids." I laughed so hard. It was true, he got it! This phase has been in my head for about 4 months. Although it was funny, there was definitely some truth behind it. So I gave it up. It's been 3 weeks since I have sipped caffeine OR carbonation. I feel fine, honestly I don't feel much difference. I know when I start working out I will. When I knew I was going to do this contest I decided to start Prepping. Prepping for a weight loss contest.....I know it sound so funny. But here are a few things that I have been working on
  • Buy new shoes. Do you know how many types of different shoes there are? Running shoes, aerobic shoes, cross trainers, toner shoes, weight lifter shoes.....i could go on and on. Which ones to get? I want my feet to good, I know that good shoes can work the world of difference. Helps with sore feet, charlie horses, shin splits and back pains. Well after many hours on line of information over load I gave up. Thanks to my friend Jenn I know to buy cross trainers. (Friday's to do list)
  • Clothes-what do you work out in? Sweats right? Who wears sweats? Yoga pants? That's an idea but for a 340 pound woman? Every roll and dimple would be showing, not comfortable with that. I honestly don't have anything, pants that is. I have lots of PJ's but its pretty obvious they are PJ's. So what do I get and where to I buy them without spending a lot of money?
  • This last week I have been enjoying, you know like the "Last Supper". I don't want to say I have been pigging out but I have been making my favorite things that I am about to give up. You know homemade pie, cinnamon rolls, ice cream, etc. As of Saturday it will be replaced with vegetable stick and popcorn. (with no butter of course)

These are a few of things that I am doing to get ready! There are 46 other constants, I am sure they are all amazing and all have their own stories but I am ready to loose weight and feel great!! Thanks so much for the comments, advice and support I am truly blessed with so many great friends to help me along this Road 2 Me!!