I had today off, so decided to get moving. I went on a 2.5 hour walk (9 miles!) around my city and then did a quick 15 minute game of tennis in the afternoon with a friend. Additionally, I also went for a picnic in the park, with some chicken fajitas and chee cha puffs and carrots. What a great day - both eating-wise and activity-wise. The day ain't over yet too - I've got a yoga class to go to tonight to centre myself.
But I need this - you see last night I went out with a friend and had a few glasses of wine into the early hours of the morning. Thankfully I didn't face plant into a bowl of poutine in the middle of the night - but rather stuck to my white wine and garden salad. Still though... no activity yesterday.... not good. Thankfully I more than made up for that today.
The start of school has brought a whole whack of stress into my life and I am trying to find a way to be comfortable with it all and not eat my anxiety. So far, I haven't been doing too bad, but we are only on week one here.
What do you all do when your schedule changes and leaves you with very little time for you?
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Shoot!
Just when I was back and track and doing so well... I had to blow it - today was a total fail in the eating department. I even ate pasta - which I have not had in about 6 months. Now I remember why I stopped eating pasta - it gives me horrible stomach pains.
As I have mentioned in this blog before, life and health balance is something I am looking to develop here, and despite falling of the portion control wagon today, I am confident that I will be able to get myself back to where I need to be tomorow. So, in this sense it really is not falling off the wagon, more like - just a bad eating day.
I managed to get a nice evening walk in with my man - which was lovely and I found myself walking briskly with ease - something I never could have done at 233 pounds. I remember avoiding walking at all costs when I was heavier, simply because I would be short of breath within two or three minutes of activity - now - I am fit and can walk for 4 or 5 hours if I wanted to... it is just nice to have that option - you know.
The big move is coming up next month and I am super excited. The condo I purchased is on the top floor of the building - the corner unit. And I plan to get some serious activity in during the move - BY USING THE STAIRS to carry up all my boxes. That is three flights of stairs with everything I own in my own two hands. Call me crazy - but I am super excited about it, it is going to be one great week - OK well I will use the elevator for the couches, bed and shelves - but all the books and other smaller items I have put in a box I can carry - will be going up the stairs! The move-in weekend is going to be a killer workout!
As I have mentioned in this blog before, life and health balance is something I am looking to develop here, and despite falling of the portion control wagon today, I am confident that I will be able to get myself back to where I need to be tomorow. So, in this sense it really is not falling off the wagon, more like - just a bad eating day.
I managed to get a nice evening walk in with my man - which was lovely and I found myself walking briskly with ease - something I never could have done at 233 pounds. I remember avoiding walking at all costs when I was heavier, simply because I would be short of breath within two or three minutes of activity - now - I am fit and can walk for 4 or 5 hours if I wanted to... it is just nice to have that option - you know.
The big move is coming up next month and I am super excited. The condo I purchased is on the top floor of the building - the corner unit. And I plan to get some serious activity in during the move - BY USING THE STAIRS to carry up all my boxes. That is three flights of stairs with everything I own in my own two hands. Call me crazy - but I am super excited about it, it is going to be one great week - OK well I will use the elevator for the couches, bed and shelves - but all the books and other smaller items I have put in a box I can carry - will be going up the stairs! The move-in weekend is going to be a killer workout!
Monday, September 6, 2010
Shes Baaaack!
That is right! I am back! Back from my mini-vacation visiting my family and back on plan, eating right and exercising! And boy do I feel good.
I woke up today at 4am to catch my flight home. When I got in I set off to the gym, did 30 minutes on the bike - then I headed off to yoga, for an hour and then went back and did another yoga class in the evening!
I had a great vacation - a little too much wine with my mom, but I managed to eat healthy and get a few lakefront walks in, as well as a few walks with the dog. I really feel as though I have changed my lifestyle - it is fantastic!
This evening I weighed in at 176 lbs! I am thrilled with a 2 lb loss this week. I have finally broken free of the 177 curse that I have been sitting at for the past month! Yippie!
In other news, the family and I are discussing going somewhere tropical (beach vacation) in November! Yikes! Let me tell you folks - I have not looked good in a bathing suit since I was 19 - so needless to say - am determined to make this trip my official comeback as hot stuff.
In order to motivate me to do this - I went out and purchaded a rather revealing (but family appropriate) bathing suit - which I will post a photo up of tomorrow.
This means I have got to stay on plan and committed (hard core style) for the next couple months. And to do this I have a plan:
Of course, I will continue to eat right and consume proper portions - but I am going to start altering my exercise regime - 3X gym, 3X swimming and 3X yoga every week! I am going to be one toned mo fo after doing this for a month or two.
I am noticing so many differences in my body! And there will be more to come!
I woke up today at 4am to catch my flight home. When I got in I set off to the gym, did 30 minutes on the bike - then I headed off to yoga, for an hour and then went back and did another yoga class in the evening!
I had a great vacation - a little too much wine with my mom, but I managed to eat healthy and get a few lakefront walks in, as well as a few walks with the dog. I really feel as though I have changed my lifestyle - it is fantastic!
This evening I weighed in at 176 lbs! I am thrilled with a 2 lb loss this week. I have finally broken free of the 177 curse that I have been sitting at for the past month! Yippie!
In other news, the family and I are discussing going somewhere tropical (beach vacation) in November! Yikes! Let me tell you folks - I have not looked good in a bathing suit since I was 19 - so needless to say - am determined to make this trip my official comeback as hot stuff.
In order to motivate me to do this - I went out and purchaded a rather revealing (but family appropriate) bathing suit - which I will post a photo up of tomorrow.
This means I have got to stay on plan and committed (hard core style) for the next couple months. And to do this I have a plan:
Of course, I will continue to eat right and consume proper portions - but I am going to start altering my exercise regime - 3X gym, 3X swimming and 3X yoga every week! I am going to be one toned mo fo after doing this for a month or two.
I am noticing so many differences in my body! And there will be more to come!
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Vacation Update!
Here I am, having a blast with my family and the eating has gone a bit out of control. Although I have gone ape over fruits and veggies, I am still over-consuming food and abusing my portions. Therefore, I have stopped tracking my points on weight watchers.
For now, I am of the mindset that I am on holidays and will micro analyze this whole vacation situation when I come home.
I did manage to get a half hour walk in this morning before everyone woke up - so it hasn't been all that bad.
For now, I am of the mindset that I am on holidays and will micro analyze this whole vacation situation when I come home.
I did manage to get a half hour walk in this morning before everyone woke up - so it hasn't been all that bad.
Friday, September 3, 2010
Good Morning World!
Wow - I certainly woke up on the right side of bed this morning (for once).
Today, so far has been an incredible day - and it's only 9:30 am here - perhaps it is because it is the Friday before a long weekend, or because I got my yoga on last night... I don't know - but whatever it was - I like it.
I am feeling grateful today - grateful for all the things and people I have in my life, for how fortunate I am to have a wonderful job and work with wonderful people, to have recently purchased my very own first condo and to be starting up with my Grad courses on Tuesday (new semester) again.
Life. Is. Good.
But most of all, I am grateful for me. Yesterday in yoga we did a lot of self-awareness stuff and really focused on ourselves with our heart chakra. The instructor kept repeating, "I'm important too" and I was like, "yes I certainly am". This is something I have recently embraced in life - that I matter and I deserve to be healthy and love myself. I am still working on it, but can confirm that I am a much happier person because I am focusing on loving myself though out this whole weight loss journey.
Ok - now onto the before and afters. Yesterday I wrote about how I was disappointed that I hadn't lost any weight in August, and realized after a conversation with my mom that perhaps my body is changing - but those changes are just not reflected on the scale.
Well, look what I found!
This is a photo that I took on July 7th, at approximately 183 lbs:
Now, here I am today, at approximately 177 lbs (6 lbs weight loss from July 7th):
Wow - I can totally see a difference in my body - although I find it hard to believe that it's only a 6 lb loss.... Perhaps that yoga is working wonders after all!
Have a great long weekend all!
Today, so far has been an incredible day - and it's only 9:30 am here - perhaps it is because it is the Friday before a long weekend, or because I got my yoga on last night... I don't know - but whatever it was - I like it.
I am feeling grateful today - grateful for all the things and people I have in my life, for how fortunate I am to have a wonderful job and work with wonderful people, to have recently purchased my very own first condo and to be starting up with my Grad courses on Tuesday (new semester) again.
Life. Is. Good.
But most of all, I am grateful for me. Yesterday in yoga we did a lot of self-awareness stuff and really focused on ourselves with our heart chakra. The instructor kept repeating, "I'm important too" and I was like, "yes I certainly am". This is something I have recently embraced in life - that I matter and I deserve to be healthy and love myself. I am still working on it, but can confirm that I am a much happier person because I am focusing on loving myself though out this whole weight loss journey.
Ok - now onto the before and afters. Yesterday I wrote about how I was disappointed that I hadn't lost any weight in August, and realized after a conversation with my mom that perhaps my body is changing - but those changes are just not reflected on the scale.
Well, look what I found!
This is a photo that I took on July 7th, at approximately 183 lbs:
Now, here I am today, at approximately 177 lbs (6 lbs weight loss from July 7th):
Wow - I can totally see a difference in my body - although I find it hard to believe that it's only a 6 lb loss.... Perhaps that yoga is working wonders after all!
Have a great long weekend all!
Thursday, September 2, 2010
September, Day 2
Day two, and so far so good.
My eating could be better - but I did get out for a half hour walk tonight and a yoga class,
The next few days will be tough as I am headed out of town to visit the family. I heard through the grapevine that my dad is wanting to lose some weight. It would be great if I could kick his arse.
I spoke with my mom on the phone tonight, and she was telling me how excited she is to see me. I explained to her that I hadn't, in fact, lost any weight for a whole month (so don't get your hopes up ma).
I saw her two weeks ago.
She told me, "Lisa - you may not have lost any weight, but the last time I say you your body looked completely different"
This is when I realized that I should have been taking measurements all along... but alas, I have not. It would make sense though, what with my increase in yoga activity (strength training).
I am moving now into a new phase of weight loss: toning my body. It's going to take me a while to get used to this...
My eating could be better - but I did get out for a half hour walk tonight and a yoga class,
The next few days will be tough as I am headed out of town to visit the family. I heard through the grapevine that my dad is wanting to lose some weight. It would be great if I could kick his arse.
I spoke with my mom on the phone tonight, and she was telling me how excited she is to see me. I explained to her that I hadn't, in fact, lost any weight for a whole month (so don't get your hopes up ma).
I saw her two weeks ago.
She told me, "Lisa - you may not have lost any weight, but the last time I say you your body looked completely different"
This is when I realized that I should have been taking measurements all along... but alas, I have not. It would make sense though, what with my increase in yoga activity (strength training).
I am moving now into a new phase of weight loss: toning my body. It's going to take me a while to get used to this...
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
September What!
Hello September.
I am ready folks, ready to get down to business and get serious! I've created my September monthly goals with this serious attitude in mind, here they are:
SEPTEMBER 2010
1.) Get to 170 lbs: CURRENTLY AT 178 LBS
2.) Go swimming at the indoor pool at least once
3.) Do a total of 25 hours of cardio activity this month:
4.) Be able to do 2.5 miles on the treadmill in under 30 minutes
5.) Do 10 Yoga Classes this month
Reward for Completing All Goals: NEW SPEEDO BATHING SUIT (the one I currently own has a big rip in the bum)
No more excuses here, I WILL lose 8 pounds this month and I WILL accomplish each of my goals.
Another thing to note here - today marks the 6 month mark of me turning a new leaf and committing to losing weight. On March 1st, 2010, I made the decision that I was tired of being obese and ready to get fit and healthy. Here I am - 6 months later - and I am doing pretty darn good. This is the longest I have ever succeeded on a "diet" - I think this time around, it is actually a lifestyle change for me.
So then, what will I do differently this month to ensure I meet my goals?
Thanks for asking, I'm thinking that I really need to concentrate on my eating - portion control and the amount of processed foods I consume.
Today, for instance I have already met my fruits and veggies quota, with 2 plums, a nectarine, carrots, broccoli, and some pineapple and kiwi:
Today, I only fell victim to food once - when I reached for that chocolate chip cookie and inhaled it without even thinking. But, I tracked it and I moved on. In fact, I am getting better because yesterday I accidently ate 2 chocolate chip cookies. That means that tomorrow - I should eat none.
I'm also planning on having turkey chili for dinner (yum!) with plain greek yogurt. And after that I am going to kick my arse at the gym. So far, September has started off good - let's keep this rhythm up!
I am ready folks, ready to get down to business and get serious! I've created my September monthly goals with this serious attitude in mind, here they are:
SEPTEMBER 2010
1.) Get to 170 lbs: CURRENTLY AT 178 LBS
2.) Go swimming at the indoor pool at least once
3.) Do a total of 25 hours of cardio activity this month:
4.) Be able to do 2.5 miles on the treadmill in under 30 minutes
5.) Do 10 Yoga Classes this month
Reward for Completing All Goals: NEW SPEEDO BATHING SUIT (the one I currently own has a big rip in the bum)
No more excuses here, I WILL lose 8 pounds this month and I WILL accomplish each of my goals.
Another thing to note here - today marks the 6 month mark of me turning a new leaf and committing to losing weight. On March 1st, 2010, I made the decision that I was tired of being obese and ready to get fit and healthy. Here I am - 6 months later - and I am doing pretty darn good. This is the longest I have ever succeeded on a "diet" - I think this time around, it is actually a lifestyle change for me.
So then, what will I do differently this month to ensure I meet my goals?
Thanks for asking, I'm thinking that I really need to concentrate on my eating - portion control and the amount of processed foods I consume.
Today, for instance I have already met my fruits and veggies quota, with 2 plums, a nectarine, carrots, broccoli, and some pineapple and kiwi:
Today, I only fell victim to food once - when I reached for that chocolate chip cookie and inhaled it without even thinking. But, I tracked it and I moved on. In fact, I am getting better because yesterday I accidently ate 2 chocolate chip cookies. That means that tomorrow - I should eat none.
I'm also planning on having turkey chili for dinner (yum!) with plain greek yogurt. And after that I am going to kick my arse at the gym. So far, September has started off good - let's keep this rhythm up!
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