Weigh-In 4/16/2012

Previous:              218.2

Today:                  215.8

Loss:                        -2,4

 

I didn't have many posts last week because I didn't have much going on! Rather boring in this dieter's world. However I'm loving commenting on every one else's posts, I'm livin' vicariously though you guys!

 

The goal is 210 for the month... I think I can, I think I can, I think I can!

 

Have a great week!

Weigh-In 4/09/2012

Previous:              218.6

Today:                  218.2

Loss:                        -0.4

 

At one point I saw 216 on the scale, I'm guessing my Easter celebration may have rebounded my loss just a little bit. And I'm okay with that, it's a loss!

 

I am switching 2 of my normal K-cups to green tea today, word is it revs up your metabolism. It's actually not half bad. Of course, I also had to pick up Rasberry Chocolate Truffle, haha. I'm so glad those things are calorie free.

Weigh-In 4/2/2012

Previous:              220.2

Today:                  218.6

Loss:                        -1.6

 

Finally, movement!

 

A few quick notes: I didn't win the lottery (boo), I did finish the 5k (yay! ~ funny story on that tomorrow, when it isn't a crazy Monday), and the goal for April is 210.

 

 

Weigh-In 3/26/2012

Previous:              221.0

Today:                  220.2

Loss:                        -0.8

 

Blech.

 

My total goal for the month is 217 (down from 225 at the start of the month.) I guess I can still make it, I must increase the exercise this week if I want to, though.

 

So, 50 Shades of Grey, yeah.. still fanning myself. It is one HOT book, the rumors are true. Excellent, though. I'll post more later.

Weigh-In 3/20/2012

Scale fixed, crisis averted!

Previous:              222.0

Today:                  221.0

Loss:                        -1.0

 

It always seems so hard for me to break into that lower number. It's like my body knows its a victory for me to get into the teens. Or before this, the twenties. Or before that, the thirties. Ah well, maybe next week. At least its a loss.

 

My first 5k is in less than 2 weeks. EEEK!

No Weigh-In Today :(

So, I get up this morning and step on the scales like always, and it starts to climb and then ... completely shuts off. I momentarily had a bad flashback to my days when I'd step on the scales at my family's houses, and because I was too overweight the scale would completely shut off or flash the words "ERR ERR ERR ERR" over and over again, haha.

I finally realized that my batteries are dead. I plucked them out of the scales because I have to be able to take them physically into the battery store, give them a pitiful look, and say, "Help." Hopefully an update tomorrow!

Weigh-In 3/12/2012

Previous:              224.5

Today:                  222.0

Loss:                      -2.5

 

Yeah, baby. Back in the saddle again.  I want to make Onederland before June.

Monday Weigh-In 3/5/2012

Previous:             225.0

Today:                  224.5

Loss:                      -0.5

I lost a crummy half-pound.

All around me I have friends (and they mean well) telling me that slowing down my weight loss is inevitable, that it’s going to slow down as I get smaller and that’s okay. I usually smile and nod, politely, and keep repeating that they’re wrong.

I know myself, and I know that any time I accept that particular mentality, I will be in trouble. At first it will be okay to lose a pound a week, and then it will be okay that it was just a half a pound. Soon following will be the, “Well I didn’t lose any weight but I didn’t gain!” and then will come, “It’s only a pound gain.” Before I know it, the weight will snowball back on.

The one thing I’ve learned is that losing sight of your goal and determination is a major problem, and I can worry about maintaining when I get there. In the meantime, if I’m not losing at least 1-2 pounds a week (and that’s being generous) I should remain on my own case.

Weigh-In Monday

Only... it is not a weigh-in Monday! I woke up this morning feeling so bloated & heavy (yes, the dreaded tom..) that I decided not to weigh in. I don't want to be disappointed if I don't see 275, and I'm sure I would be there were it not for the fact my tom is causing my wedding ring to leave imprints, ha ha. Anyway, next week, no excuse, hitting 275, taking pictures.

I am in such a love/hate relationship with this time of year. I hate the heat, I can't stand it. However, it is this time of year that all my family & co-workers bring these lovely little gifts to help me on my diet. Today, I picked up a side salad from Chick-Fil-A and turned it into a monster salad with the help of home-grown tomatoes, cucumbers, and green peppers from various gardens. I love home-grown veggies. Yesterday for lunch, I had cottage cheese & home-grown tomatoes. I love this time of year for fresh veggies.

I am heading to Vegas for a small vacation in September, and I'm excited that I'll be able to fit into the seat better than last time. It's the little things in life that make me happy, ha ha.

Weigh In Monday

Today's Weight: 276.1

Argh, so close to 275 & the progress pics I can taste it!

Weigh In Monday

Today's Weight:          277.9
Starting Blog Weight:  302.00
Starting Weight:          335.00

For my guilty shenanigans this weekend, I had a piece of lasagna & a pieces of garlic bread. But - I planned to have those, so I took it light on breakfast & lunch. ;)

It's hot. Crazy stupid hot. I am not a fan of summer. I wonder if that will change when I get the weight off?

Weigh In Monday!

Today's Weight:   282.1

It's been such an off-month with vacations and what-not, I'm glad to be back on schedule. It puts my mind at ease. No more vacation until the end of the year!

So, I'm not sure if it is a result of the new health care changes or what, but my company is enacting some massive medical coverage changes. Some are good, some are bad. The part that did interest me was the reductions in cost if you are the following:

Non-smoker ($16/off your medical coverage per paycheck)
Get a physical/gyno appointment within the year ($50 off your $500 deductible)
Take an exam on the companies website ($50 off your $500 deductible)

And here is the biggie that I am not sure I will qualify for...
3/5 of the following ($16/off your medical coverage per paycheck):

1. 35" or less waist circumference for women (I think I might have been that last when I was 12. :))
2. 150 or less Triglycerides
3. >50 HDL cholesterol
4. 130/85 or lower blood pressure
5. 100 or less fasting glucose

Now, 3/5 can be achieved even if you are on medication, as long as you qualify. I haven't had a physical in YEARS. I've scheduled my first for August. That way, hopefully by next year I will be able to work on something if it's an issue. I have to hit 2-5 because I just don't believe in that 35" or less waist, haha! :)

End of my Non-Challenge!

So today is the last day for my challenge to myself, and since I won't be anywhere near a scale for the next 8 days, I weighed this morning.

Today's weight:  283.6

I am so very happy with the results from the last two weeks, I'm glad I sucked it up and just DID it. The plan, obviously, is just to keep right up with what I am doing. It is working.

I am off to da beach! tonight, but I do have some posting capabilities. I just don't know if I'll get around to it. ;)

Have a great next week!

10th Weigh In - 5/16/2011

Today's weight:  290.2

I'm back in the saddle again after the week long 24 hour bug. :)

I've decided to do new pictures when I hit 275. Hopefully 15 pounds will go quick! Happy Monday!

8th Weigh In - 5/02/11

Today's Weight:   293.1

Loss of 1.5lbs ~ and we got Bin Laden. It's a good day! :)

7th Weigh In - 4/25/2011

Today's Weight:                   294.6
Starting Weight:                  302.0
Weight loss to date:            -7.94 lbs in 6 weeks      

Easter hit me hard, ha ha. But I had a great weekend, and that is what matters. My spontaneous activity was Saturday, hubby and I went target shooting. It was my first time ever shooting guns, and I had always been leery of it in the past. But I did it, and I actually had a good time! It's one heck of a stress reliever.

Happy Monday!

5th Weigh In - 4/11/2011

Today's weight: 297.5

This is not totally unexpected. I am coming off a vacation weekend, and my rings are cutting off circulation to my fingers. :)

I enjoyed myself this weekend! I didn't come home with what we'll call " loads of money", but I had a good time gambling nevertheless. The key to gambling is like the key to weight loss - all in moderation. I did manage to make it home with some money, and since I consider that found money I went out and bought Your Shape: Fitness Evolved for the Kinect/Xbox.

I went bowling Saturday night and I woke up Sunday sore all over. I figure that's a clue that it is time to start exercising. ;)

4th Weigh In - 4/4/2011

Today's weight: 297

I think I may need to read up on the law of diminishing returns. ;)

Not too worried about it, this morning my wedding ring is so tight it's leaving a red ring around my ring finger. I must be retaining water for some reason, could be stress, could be too much salt, could be because it is that time.

My 6 year old daughter, Big Red (her brother & her have red hair from some strange recessive gene in our family - hubby & I are brunettes.) is heading to Disney this morning with her grandparents. Flying always makes me nervous, and I am especially nervous since I'm not there with her. (Hello, my name is Rae Rae J and I'm a control freak.)


Have a great Monday!

3rd Weigh In - 3/28/2011

Today's Weight: 298.6

Slow and steady wins the race, right? At least I'm below my goal for the month - 300. I wonder if you are supposed to alter your goals if you beat your goal weight? For example, next month my goal weight is 295. However I hope to keep up 5 pounds a month weight loss, I wonder if I should alter my goal weight for next month to 293?

Hmmm.

2nd Weigh In - 3/21/2011

Today's morning weight:   300.2

Woohoo!... so close to that "not going to be 300 ever again" mark I can taste it. However, I will probably wait until I'm solid in the 290's before celebrating that...my weight tends to fluctuate up and down before settling into one position. I don't want to celebrate not being 300 ever again and then pop back up there the day after.

Heavy's on tonight! Today is a good day all around.