Temptation's name today has been Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. If you have never had one then I recommend NEVER trying them because once you do you will fall in love. Someone brought an entire box of hot delicious Krispy Kremes into the office this morning. I was NOT happy!
I looked up the nutritional facts and there they are: 200 Calories and 12 grams of fat...thats for only one! Needless to say I didn't have one but Lord knows I wanted one.
Thank goodness it's Friday :) Im gonna go drink some water now!
Friday, September 29, 2006
Thursday, September 28, 2006
Question for everyone...
Say you are on a diet ( I know we all are) and you and your friends are going out for a night on the town. You know everyone is going to be drinking and you don't really want to get drunk but you want to have a few drinks. What do you order that wont end up being an additional 800 calories?
I can make sure I don't get the munchies. I usually pretty good at saying no to food. But I don't know what I should order to drink. Does anyone have any tips or advice?
I can make sure I don't get the munchies. I usually pretty good at saying no to food. But I don't know what I should order to drink. Does anyone have any tips or advice?
Monday, September 25, 2006
Wanna lose 20lbs in a week???
Join me and my new friends at the Deep End of the Pool.
Together we lost over 20lbs last week and I know we will do it again this week. Don't worry about being the last one in because they are still accepting people till the end of September! If you are curious just go visit the site and read up on the rules. If you want to get yourself motivated this will do it!
In other news I haven't had any caffeine since Thursday last week. On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the worst) it's been about a 6. I've had a few headaches but nothing I can't deal with.
Together we lost over 20lbs last week and I know we will do it again this week. Don't worry about being the last one in because they are still accepting people till the end of September! If you are curious just go visit the site and read up on the rules. If you want to get yourself motivated this will do it!
In other news I haven't had any caffeine since Thursday last week. On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the worst) it's been about a 6. I've had a few headaches but nothing I can't deal with.
A female thing
This past Friday I went for my annual lady doctor visit...if any guys read my blog then please feel free to exit now.
The exam was pretty routine till she started doing the breast exam and felt a lump in my right breast. She didnt seem too alarmed but inside I was freaking out! She recommended I get a sonogram and mammogram soon. So I went home and immediately made an appointment for Monday (today) morning.
I spend this whole weekend no knowing what today was going to bring. I only mentioned this to my mom and two of my best girlfriends and they each told me stories of women they knew that went through the same thing to find out it was nothing.
So bright and early this morning I reluctantly went to the hospital. The worst possible thoughts were going through my head the entire time. In the end the doctor said I am clear.
All in all I dont think I could have gotten through the weekend without my family and friends. I thank god that everything worked out for me and my heart goes out to the women that aren’t as fortunate.
Now it's time for me to get back on my game...I'll be workout tonight :) Have a great Monday everyone!
The exam was pretty routine till she started doing the breast exam and felt a lump in my right breast. She didnt seem too alarmed but inside I was freaking out! She recommended I get a sonogram and mammogram soon. So I went home and immediately made an appointment for Monday (today) morning.
I spend this whole weekend no knowing what today was going to bring. I only mentioned this to my mom and two of my best girlfriends and they each told me stories of women they knew that went through the same thing to find out it was nothing.
So bright and early this morning I reluctantly went to the hospital. The worst possible thoughts were going through my head the entire time. In the end the doctor said I am clear.
All in all I dont think I could have gotten through the weekend without my family and friends. I thank god that everything worked out for me and my heart goes out to the women that aren’t as fortunate.
Now it's time for me to get back on my game...I'll be workout tonight :) Have a great Monday everyone!
Friday, September 22, 2006
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
Blah
The past couple of days I've been feeling blah. I dont think it's for any reason in particular. I don't feel bad...but I dont feel great.
I've already lost a pound this week so as long as I keep it up I wont be paying a Fatty Fee this week :) Instead I am going to put that $5 in a special place for ME! Hopefully, at the end of The Pool Challenge I'll have $65 in cool cash! I want to use that money for some new clothes that I so desperately need AND they will be a smaller size than I have now. Plus...if for some lucky reason I do win the challenge I could have some extra money to spend too. Shopping is a great motivator!!!
I hope everyone is have a wonderful and successful week so far.
I've already lost a pound this week so as long as I keep it up I wont be paying a Fatty Fee this week :) Instead I am going to put that $5 in a special place for ME! Hopefully, at the end of The Pool Challenge I'll have $65 in cool cash! I want to use that money for some new clothes that I so desperately need AND they will be a smaller size than I have now. Plus...if for some lucky reason I do win the challenge I could have some extra money to spend too. Shopping is a great motivator!!!
I hope everyone is have a wonderful and successful week so far.
Sunday, September 17, 2006
Goals for the rest of 2006
Okay so I know I am REALLY late publishing these. I had a crazy day at work on Friday and a pretty busy weekend.
I shall not stall any longer, here are my goals that I want to accomplish by
1. Write in my workout journal every day (even if I dont work out)
2. Lose 2lbs a week (total of 30lbs)
3. Complete the Deep End of the Pool challange with out paying the Fatty Fee more than once
4. Write a blog at least 3 times a week
Okay now it's official and it feels great!! I'll record my official start weight tomorrow.
Time is running out!
Quick go read this blog: http://www.the-pool.blogspot.com/
I think this is a fantastic idea. Basically it's a group of us that have commited to a 12 week challange to lose weight. You want to sign up before midnight tonight! Im not going to post all the details because you can read it on the Deep End of the Pool blog.
I also know that AnaBell signed up too!
I think this is a fantastic idea. Basically it's a group of us that have commited to a 12 week challange to lose weight. You want to sign up before midnight tonight! Im not going to post all the details because you can read it on the Deep End of the Pool blog.
I also know that AnaBell signed up too!
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Goals
I have a new goal and it's to come up with a short list of attainable goals for the remainder of the year. I am not much for new years resolutions so instead I want to be able to say that I achieved (Insert Goal Here) before 2007. I have a feeling that these goals will be centered around weight loss but if I may add others in there as well.
I promise to post the goals by Friday!
Do you guys have any goals you want to achieve by the end of the year?
I promise to post the goals by Friday!
Do you guys have any goals you want to achieve by the end of the year?
Monday, September 11, 2006
Morning Workouts
Let me be the first to say that I am NOT a morning person. However, for the past two months I have been getting up at 5:30am and heading to the gym. There are times where I am only at the gym for 30mins but I feel good for getting up, breaking a sweat, getting my heart rate up and burning some calories.
If you can get yourself into that routine I totally recommend it. After a while it just becomes routine to get up early for a workout. I've noticed several changes other than just weight loss since starting this routine. I sleep better at night, eat a healthy breakfast in the morning, I make better food choices in the afternoon because I know that I worked for it in the morning, and I feel like I've accomplished something before the sun rises.
Now the challenge is going to be keeping this up during the winter! I HATE cold and dark mornings. But I'm gonna do it :)
If you can get yourself into that routine I totally recommend it. After a while it just becomes routine to get up early for a workout. I've noticed several changes other than just weight loss since starting this routine. I sleep better at night, eat a healthy breakfast in the morning, I make better food choices in the afternoon because I know that I worked for it in the morning, and I feel like I've accomplished something before the sun rises.
Now the challenge is going to be keeping this up during the winter! I HATE cold and dark mornings. But I'm gonna do it :)
Another week...
I hope everyone had a lovely weekend.
Friday I went out with a group of my girl friends. We meet up with some boys and had a great time. I didnt feel great Saturday morning but thanks to my roommate I was motivated enough to go to the gym for spin class. I didnt workout 100% but I gave it my best. Saturday and Sunday were more relaxed. On Sunday I had brunch with friends and headed to my parents house for a wonderful dinner. I tried not to worry about calories but I still eat sensibly.
For the next 6 months I am going to be keeping a workout diary. I have a bad history with keeping up with things like these but I am going to try. I need to take baby steps so first I'll record workouts then food and calories.
Friday I went out with a group of my girl friends. We meet up with some boys and had a great time. I didnt feel great Saturday morning but thanks to my roommate I was motivated enough to go to the gym for spin class. I didnt workout 100% but I gave it my best. Saturday and Sunday were more relaxed. On Sunday I had brunch with friends and headed to my parents house for a wonderful dinner. I tried not to worry about calories but I still eat sensibly.
For the next 6 months I am going to be keeping a workout diary. I have a bad history with keeping up with things like these but I am going to try. I need to take baby steps so first I'll record workouts then food and calories.
Friday, September 08, 2006
So close...
It is Friday afternoon and I am sooooooooo ready to leave work.
I've been really good food wise this week (I know it's been a short week) but I decided to treat myself this afternoon with half of a pack of the new Dark Chocolate M&M's. I am a HUGE chocolate fan and so I've been wanting to try them, plus dark chocolate has some health benefits, right?!?!?!
Anyway, when I opened the pack I accidentally spilled about 3/4ths of them on the floor. That is a great wait to ensure I wont eat them :)
I definitely give them two thumbs up.
For everyone who reads this blog have a wonderful weekend and my birthday is Sunday so email me for where to send presents :) Just kidding! Thank you to everyone who has been very encouraging in their comments!!!
I've been really good food wise this week (I know it's been a short week) but I decided to treat myself this afternoon with half of a pack of the new Dark Chocolate M&M's. I am a HUGE chocolate fan and so I've been wanting to try them, plus dark chocolate has some health benefits, right?!?!?!
Anyway, when I opened the pack I accidentally spilled about 3/4ths of them on the floor. That is a great wait to ensure I wont eat them :)
I definitely give them two thumbs up.
For everyone who reads this blog have a wonderful weekend and my birthday is Sunday so email me for where to send presents :) Just kidding! Thank you to everyone who has been very encouraging in their comments!!!
Thursday, September 07, 2006
I did it...do you think I've gone to far
Okay so once returning from my trip I had convinced myself I had gained at least 5lbs. I decided that I wouldnt step on the scale until mid week next week. I was afraid that a gain of 5lbs would bust my ego.
Well of course I couldn't resist the temptation yesterday at the gym. I jumped on the scale and imagine my surprise to find 257.9. I was so freaking excited.
I cannot tell you how much I love losing weight. It's a rush and makes all the hard work pay off. My mom is giving me a shopping spree for my birthday. Which is such a blessing because none of my work clothes fit anymore. All of my pants are way too big. Believe me I am NOT complaining but I sure didn't have the cash to buy clothes.
I hope everyone is having a great week. If not, let it motivate you to try harder next week :)
Also, If anyone can tell me what the title is from wins a prize...It shouldn't be too hard!
Well of course I couldn't resist the temptation yesterday at the gym. I jumped on the scale and imagine my surprise to find 257.9. I was so freaking excited.
I cannot tell you how much I love losing weight. It's a rush and makes all the hard work pay off. My mom is giving me a shopping spree for my birthday. Which is such a blessing because none of my work clothes fit anymore. All of my pants are way too big. Believe me I am NOT complaining but I sure didn't have the cash to buy clothes.
I hope everyone is having a great week. If not, let it motivate you to try harder next week :)
Also, If anyone can tell me what the title is from wins a prize...It shouldn't be too hard!
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Jet lagged
So I had the most amazing weekend.
For those of you who are Dave Matthews Band fans I spent the weekend in Quincy, Washington. I went to the Gorge Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Yes, I traveled across the United States for Dave Matthews Band....I am that big of a fan :)
I didnt eat GREAT but I didnt eat terrible either. Starting next Monday I am going to be using this book to write down my workouts. I am hoping that help motivate and inspire me. I want to get better at making the most of my workouts. I need to make sure I am working out the right way.
I'll try for more exciting posts this week!
PS....Someone around here is turning 25 in 4 days :) Yup, that someone is me!!!
For those of you who are Dave Matthews Band fans I spent the weekend in Quincy, Washington. I went to the Gorge Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Yes, I traveled across the United States for Dave Matthews Band....I am that big of a fan :)
I didnt eat GREAT but I didnt eat terrible either. Starting next Monday I am going to be using this book to write down my workouts. I am hoping that help motivate and inspire me. I want to get better at making the most of my workouts. I need to make sure I am working out the right way.
I'll try for more exciting posts this week!
PS....Someone around here is turning 25 in 4 days :) Yup, that someone is me!!!
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