Current Weight, as of 11 AM 1/30/11: 157.2 lbs.
BMI (according to National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute): 25.8 (overweight)
Pounds lost since last weigh-in: None
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Goal Weight: 130 lbs.
Deadline: June 4, 2011
Pounds needed to lose per week: 1.5 lbs.
I am super frustrated at the moment, but I know that the only person to blame for this is myself. For the past two weeks, my mood has been pretty low and I've been slacking on my workouts and food. I've gained back the two pounds I lost two weeks ago, and though it may not seem like a big deal, it's disappointing. I'm the type of person that gets what she wants, no matter what, because I work hard for it.
I'm trying not to be so hard on myself. I've managed to run at 4.7 mi/hr for 30 mins on the treadmill twice this week; if you know me, you know that's a crazy accomplishment. I never used to be able to run for 30 mins straight at any speed, but now I can do it like it's nothing. I killed another toenail, which brings the grand total to three, but I know that they'll grow back.
I have to admit, I've also cheated tons this week and that's bad. I'm not trying to completely cut anything out of my diet; just eat in moderation and continue exercising, but my down mood this week has made me crave some fatty food.
Oh, it also doesn't help that I started my period on Tuesday. I haven't seen it since the middle of November and suddenly it showed up.
Sometimes I wonder if 30 lbs might be too much weight for me to lose. Maybe I'll revise it to 15, and then see how I feel from there? Either way, I'm swearing to do better this week. Harder exercises, smaller portions, etc. Let's hope I see a weight loss on Sunday.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Thursday, January 20, 2011
[004] Mid-Week Check-In
Okay, it's not quite Wednesday anymore (it's Thursday, actually), but I wanted to post my progress for the week.
Honestly, my mood's been kind of down, thus motivation a bit lower than last week, but I am hoping that everything picks up soon. I'm still on schedule with my work-outs, which is good. I plan not to take more than a day of rest each week, and so far, so good. I'm also building my endurance up for the StairMaster -- the most evil of cardio machines, but also the best because no one ever, ever waits for it. They're always free! So far, I can do 15 minutes at a Level 4/5, with 2 minute intervals at level 9/10 interspersed. My goal is to do 30 minutes has been my limit. By that time, I am sweating up a storm, panting, and find it surprising that I don't just let myself tumble off of the unit and crawl to a safer machine.
Oh, and the StairMaster I use isn't the one where you just move your legs up and down. It's the one where you actually "climb" stairs. Yes, it hurts. Yes, it feels good. Yes, I want to be able to do 30 minutes on there without wanting to die.
In terms of food, I've cheated twice. Had some a Five Guys cheeseburger with lettuce and mushrooms, with fries, on Sunday, and then a chicken bowl from Chipotle last night (my chicken bowl consisted of the cilantro rice, chicken, sour cream, cheese, and lettuce). To top it off, I went home early from work on Monday and managed to sneak in a few snacks here and there. I'm not sure what it is about this week, but my mood has plummeted, and my motivation went along with it. I know that I need to get back on track; I've been trying to lift my mood and sometimes it works.
I've also noticed that I tend to get frustrated with myself easily -- I want to drop the weight quickly, but deep down I know it isn't that easy. Honestly, I'm not even that much overweight, so I don't know why I'm freaking out about my body not dropping the weight like flies.
Sunday, January 16, 2011
[003] Sunday Weigh-In // Weekly Recap!
Current Weight, as of 11 AM 1/16/11: 155.7 lbs.
BMI (according to National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute): 25.5 (overweight)
Pounds lost since last weigh-in: 1.3 lbs
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Goal Weight: 130 lbs.
Deadline: June 4, 2011
Pounds needed to lose per week: 1.5 lbs.
Well then, I am only 0.2 lbs away from my goal this week, which isn't bad at all! I made sure to step on and off of the scale several times and was pleased to see that 155 was the weight that came up the most. If I keep on track with what I'm doing, I may very well be at my goal weight in June, which is very exciting!
Obviously, I've been doing pretty well the past week. I've been exercising when I should, and tonight I plan on pushing myself a little harder when I'm at the gym. I've been trying to get up to the point where I can run for a 1/2 hour straight, but I can't do it quite yet. I think I'm in the need of some new running shoes; I plan on getting those within the next few months.
I've also been managing to keep my portions fairly low, but not depriving myself of anything. I drink a lot of water -- I've had two sodas the past week, both this weekend -- and make sure that I stay hydrated during the day. I've also gotten into a habit of taking my lunch break at the park and walking 2 miles around the track, which definitely help to relieve stress and kick-start my metabolism again. And now that warmer weather has graced Southern California once again, I don't have to worry about it being too damn cold for me to go walking!
I did "cheat" a bit this week; I've been daydreaming about eating a really good cheeseburger, and tonight Erica and I went to get one from the new Five Guys that opened up out here. It was amazing but oddly, I don't feel too full. Yes, the burger was fatty and yes I'll probably feel a bit disgusted later, but it tasted amazing. I was very, very happy to finally eat a cheeseburger.
Erica asked me what I was going to treat myself with if I met my goal. I'm not sure yet ... maybe a cute bikini? Honestly, I was going to be happy knowing that I met my goal.
Okay, time to get ready for the gym tonight, and then it's wine and Lost with Erica tonight! Woohoo!
BMI (according to National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute): 25.5 (overweight)
Pounds lost since last weigh-in: 1.3 lbs
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Goal Weight: 130 lbs.
Deadline: June 4, 2011
Pounds needed to lose per week: 1.5 lbs.
Well then, I am only 0.2 lbs away from my goal this week, which isn't bad at all! I made sure to step on and off of the scale several times and was pleased to see that 155 was the weight that came up the most. If I keep on track with what I'm doing, I may very well be at my goal weight in June, which is very exciting!
Obviously, I've been doing pretty well the past week. I've been exercising when I should, and tonight I plan on pushing myself a little harder when I'm at the gym. I've been trying to get up to the point where I can run for a 1/2 hour straight, but I can't do it quite yet. I think I'm in the need of some new running shoes; I plan on getting those within the next few months.
I've also been managing to keep my portions fairly low, but not depriving myself of anything. I drink a lot of water -- I've had two sodas the past week, both this weekend -- and make sure that I stay hydrated during the day. I've also gotten into a habit of taking my lunch break at the park and walking 2 miles around the track, which definitely help to relieve stress and kick-start my metabolism again. And now that warmer weather has graced Southern California once again, I don't have to worry about it being too damn cold for me to go walking!
I did "cheat" a bit this week; I've been daydreaming about eating a really good cheeseburger, and tonight Erica and I went to get one from the new Five Guys that opened up out here. It was amazing but oddly, I don't feel too full. Yes, the burger was fatty and yes I'll probably feel a bit disgusted later, but it tasted amazing. I was very, very happy to finally eat a cheeseburger.
Erica asked me what I was going to treat myself with if I met my goal. I'm not sure yet ... maybe a cute bikini? Honestly, I was going to be happy knowing that I met my goal.
Okay, time to get ready for the gym tonight, and then it's wine and Lost with Erica tonight! Woohoo!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
[002] Mid-Week Check-In
Alright, so I'm about halfway done with my first week of Tritia's Tranformation. I have to say that I feel pretty good at the moment; I've been keeping my portions low and working out when I'm supposed to. I've been alternating my workouts (cardio/tone/cardio/tone/cardop) and trying to push myself pretty hard. I've been drinking lots of water and have only had sips of soda here and there.
My goal of 1.5 lbs doesn't seem like a lot, but I'm afraid that I won't be able to hit that goal each week!
Can't wait to see what my weight is on Sunday.
My goal of 1.5 lbs doesn't seem like a lot, but I'm afraid that I won't be able to hit that goal each week!
Can't wait to see what my weight is on Sunday.
Sunday, January 9, 2011
[001] First Post
Current Weight, as of 11 AM 1/9/11: 157 lbs.
BMI (according to National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute): 25.7 (overweight)
Pounds lost since last weigh-in: --
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Goal Weight: 130 lbs.
Deadline: June 4, 2011
Pounds needed to lose per week: 1.5 lbs.
Alright, guys.
This is my blog where I document my journey to weight loss. As you can see, I'm just barely in the "overweight" category for my BMI. I want to get down to a healthy weight; for me, my ideal weight is 130 lbs.
My goal of June 4th? A family wedding and right at the beginning of summer. I want to be able to rock a sexy dress and a bikini this year. 2011 is going to be my year, dammit!
I may also post photos of my progress but we'll see. :]
BMI (according to National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute): 25.7 (overweight)
Pounds lost since last weigh-in: --
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Goal Weight: 130 lbs.
Deadline: June 4, 2011
Pounds needed to lose per week: 1.5 lbs.
Alright, guys.
This is my blog where I document my journey to weight loss. As you can see, I'm just barely in the "overweight" category for my BMI. I want to get down to a healthy weight; for me, my ideal weight is 130 lbs.
My goal of June 4th? A family wedding and right at the beginning of summer. I want to be able to rock a sexy dress and a bikini this year. 2011 is going to be my year, dammit!
I may also post photos of my progress but we'll see. :]
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