I went out for my second run today. I experienced basically the same feelings as the first run. I went .5 miles longer this time and felt like I could go longer. I love how this training is not to hard on your body. As I've gotten older my knees have started to bother me(I'm sure that has a lot to do with the extra weight I'm carrying) and my feet hurt me too. Before 30 I never suffered from any of the aches and pains.
From what I understand, heart rate training is also a great way to stay within your fat burning zone. Which for someone trying to lose weight is great information. In the past I have found that the more I exercise the more I want to eat. So now the challenge is to snack on fruits and vegetables rather then chips, cookies, or store bought highly processed foods. Which as we all know, are highly addictive.
I felt like eating something sweet this morning for breakfast, but knew I needed to get in a smoothy. My solution, a simple Peanut Butter, Banana, and Spinach smoothy with just a little bit of home made (no high-fructose corn syrup)chocolate syrup. Oh man, it hit the spot beautifully. Just because I still like to chew on somthing I toasted up a piece of %100 home made whole wheat bread with some home made low-sugar raspberry freezer jam, DELICIOUS!! Followed up with a tall glass of ice water. What a perfect start to the day.
I wish I could say the nutrition is coming naturally and easily. But it's not. I still ate far too many calories today which included a rice crispy treat from the store and a half of twix bar. I feel full, prolly too full right now. I knew that the nutrition would be the difficult part to this training. Nutrition is something I have always struggled with.
Right now I am reading the Green Smoothies Diet. It's mostly a lifestyle that is plant based, eating whole foods and staying away from highly processed foods. I wish this part of my life came more easy.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Feel like More
I know that resting is key to successful training. But I also feel like I should be doing something every day. Today I didn't do much of anything except some yoga,stretching, and a few core exercises. Jumping into this training is a tad bit overwhelming and I'm still trying to find a balance of things I should be doing. Should I still be strength training or cross training while I am heart rate training? I guess I need to be doing some more research online. I want to be successful with this half marathon. Ugh!!!
Did I mention this is overwhelming?!!
I wanted to share with you my favorite lunch that I've been having. I figured out the calories on myfitnesspal.com which it ends up being between 330 and 400 calories. And it is to die for delicious. My favorite lunch is Whole Wheat Thai Chicken Pita Pizza.
You take:
1 whole wheat pita
Spread 2 TBL Thai Chili Sauce mixed with 1 TBL Adam's Peanut Butter on top of Pita
Sprinkle a thin layer of shredded mozz. Cheese.
Layer a few slices of Roasted Chicken Breast
Next, layer thinly sliced zucchini
Sprinkle on some freshly sliced Green onions
And to finish, add cilantro leaves to taste. I love cilantro so I add a lot. If cilantro tastes like soap to you, leave it off.
Place in an oven pre-heated to 425 and cook until gold brown on the edges. If you have a toaster oven that works, you can you that too!! You will not be disappointed in this pita pizza!! My kids even love it. They request to have it. Although they don't add the zucchini, something about not loving veggies yet.
Did I mention this is overwhelming?!!
I wanted to share with you my favorite lunch that I've been having. I figured out the calories on myfitnesspal.com which it ends up being between 330 and 400 calories. And it is to die for delicious. My favorite lunch is Whole Wheat Thai Chicken Pita Pizza.
You take:
1 whole wheat pita
Spread 2 TBL Thai Chili Sauce mixed with 1 TBL Adam's Peanut Butter on top of Pita
Sprinkle a thin layer of shredded mozz. Cheese.
Layer a few slices of Roasted Chicken Breast
Next, layer thinly sliced zucchini
Sprinkle on some freshly sliced Green onions
And to finish, add cilantro leaves to taste. I love cilantro so I add a lot. If cilantro tastes like soap to you, leave it off.
Place in an oven pre-heated to 425 and cook until gold brown on the edges. If you have a toaster oven that works, you can you that too!! You will not be disappointed in this pita pizza!! My kids even love it. They request to have it. Although they don't add the zucchini, something about not loving veggies yet.
Monday, June 18, 2012
ARE YOU CRAZY??!!!
On Friday I got a very interesting phone call from my sweet sister-in-law Brooke. She challenged me to run a 1/2 marathon with her and her two brothers. All of which are my husband's siblings. My first and immediate response was(and I'm not kidding or exaggerating) " HELL NO!! ". Never in my whole adult, or adolescent life for that matter have I ever had a desire to run more then a 10k. I did that a few years ago and it was tough. Grant it, I ran it without much training, but I did it and it was rewarding. I stopped running after that. After that experience it boggled my mind how other people could even entertain the idea of running 13 miles. My Mom was with me when I got the phone and was disgusted with prospect. After talking with Brooke some more I asked if I could think about it. She sent me a link to a training program and while looking at it I felt like this was something I should do. I don't think it's coincidence that Brooke's call came the day after my fast. I truly believe that this is something the Lord has thrown in my path on this journey to a healthier me. I truly believe this will help me become that person I have visualized for the past year. As I've told people about my new and outrageous goal, the only disappointing response came from my sister. I was sadden by her lack of support but realized something very important; I'm not doing this for her, or for my Mom. I'm not doing it for anyone else but me. And really, it's not about the marathon. It's about a lifestyle change and the training that it takes to get to the half marathon.
My friend Rich is a trainer and has trained for sprint tris, 1/2 marathons, and iron mans. He told me that this is something I can do. He suggested that I heart rate train. Which means I subtract my age from 180. He also suggested that I use the run-walk-run method, which made a lot of sense to me. This morning I strapped on a heart rate monitor and went out for my first day of training. Let me tell you, it felt amazing. This heart rate training is just what I need. The goal is to keep my heart rate at 144. Of course it goes a little high when I run, and that's when I slow to a walk until is goes just below 144 and then I begin to run again. I went for 3.25 miles and it felt awesome. I could have gone longer. But hey, I still don't know what the heck I'm doing. Again, I'm excited about the training. I am excited to take back my life and change the way I live permanently.
Rich also told me it is possible to lose weight while training. Of course, that is a huge hope of mine. But losing weight comes with proper nutrition. For me, I want my staples to be vegetables, fruits and whole grains with a little bit of protein. This is going to be the more difficult part of my change. But it something that I want badly and it will come. I need to remember to eat those things that will help me feel light on my feet and good inside. I know that vegetables are KEY for me. I know green smoothies will help a ton and eating a lot of green salads. I'm hoping to share my recipes with you here.
Today was not a super good eating day, but it wasn't horrible either. I began my day with this Smoothy.
1cup kale
1/3 english cucumber
1 medium carrot- washed but unpeeled
1 orange
5 strawberries -leaves left on
1/2 mango
1/2 cup water
1 cup ice
I didn't add any agave this time, which would have made it taste better. It was still refreshing and I enjoyed getting full off of a tall glass of cold green goo.
Another habit that I need to kick is eating out. If I can just lose my desire for El Gallo Giro burritos, or Slab pizza, my life will get a whole lot easier. But there are many natural man appetites that I have to over come. Baby steps, I keep telling myself. Baby steps. And actually, eating out is probably one of the easier ones especially now that the kids are out of school and it's not so easy to pick up and go to lunch. I need to take advantage of that.
So there it is. I'm training to run a 1/2 marathon. Hello talk about wanting to vomit with fear. Despite my fear, I know it's do-able. Wish me luck and if you have any happy thoughts or good advice please leave them.
Oh, and that's the reason for the name change back to Pounding the Pavement. I'm back to pounding my way to a healthier me.
My friend Rich is a trainer and has trained for sprint tris, 1/2 marathons, and iron mans. He told me that this is something I can do. He suggested that I heart rate train. Which means I subtract my age from 180. He also suggested that I use the run-walk-run method, which made a lot of sense to me. This morning I strapped on a heart rate monitor and went out for my first day of training. Let me tell you, it felt amazing. This heart rate training is just what I need. The goal is to keep my heart rate at 144. Of course it goes a little high when I run, and that's when I slow to a walk until is goes just below 144 and then I begin to run again. I went for 3.25 miles and it felt awesome. I could have gone longer. But hey, I still don't know what the heck I'm doing. Again, I'm excited about the training. I am excited to take back my life and change the way I live permanently.
Rich also told me it is possible to lose weight while training. Of course, that is a huge hope of mine. But losing weight comes with proper nutrition. For me, I want my staples to be vegetables, fruits and whole grains with a little bit of protein. This is going to be the more difficult part of my change. But it something that I want badly and it will come. I need to remember to eat those things that will help me feel light on my feet and good inside. I know that vegetables are KEY for me. I know green smoothies will help a ton and eating a lot of green salads. I'm hoping to share my recipes with you here.
Today was not a super good eating day, but it wasn't horrible either. I began my day with this Smoothy.
1cup kale
1/3 english cucumber
1 medium carrot- washed but unpeeled
1 orange
5 strawberries -leaves left on
1/2 mango
1/2 cup water
1 cup ice
I didn't add any agave this time, which would have made it taste better. It was still refreshing and I enjoyed getting full off of a tall glass of cold green goo.
Another habit that I need to kick is eating out. If I can just lose my desire for El Gallo Giro burritos, or Slab pizza, my life will get a whole lot easier. But there are many natural man appetites that I have to over come. Baby steps, I keep telling myself. Baby steps. And actually, eating out is probably one of the easier ones especially now that the kids are out of school and it's not so easy to pick up and go to lunch. I need to take advantage of that.
So there it is. I'm training to run a 1/2 marathon. Hello talk about wanting to vomit with fear. Despite my fear, I know it's do-able. Wish me luck and if you have any happy thoughts or good advice please leave them.
Oh, and that's the reason for the name change back to Pounding the Pavement. I'm back to pounding my way to a healthier me.
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Successful
Well I managed to successfully fast for 22 hours. Yes, I am not a complete failure. There are several things that I love about fasting. The first and foremost is the fact that I can display some self discipline. Cuz that's what it takes to fast. I realize that I am strong enough to not put food into my mouth. I am strong enough to not eat the sugar. Another thing that I love about fasting is the feeling of hunger that I get. For a person who use to eat to numb herself, fasting is a relief. It's great to feel hunger pains. And not just smalls ones, but ones that bring me to my knees in humility. Which brings me to another reason I love to fast. I realize that I am nothing without the strength of the Lord. I am weak and consumed by my fallen state. Without him, this journey will not be possible. A journey to a permanent lifestyle change. That is my ultimate goal. I know I talked about goals yesterday. But in all reality and honesty, a lifestyle change is what I desire most. A lifestyle change is what will bring the vision of that person I saw yesterday to fruition. I want to be that person more then words can express. How hard am I willing to work for that? Hard enough to fast on a Tuesday.
Another hopeful strategy was brought to my attention today. And that is to simply reduce the portions that I eat. I thought I was doing pretty good at this. When the kids set the table I insist on having a small plate. It thinks it's a brilliant strategy. It just wont work if I'm snacking on foods just before dinner. Which, I must confess, is a huge bad habit of mine. That habit is one that I want to change. In March I stopped snacking while preparing dinner. I think the reason for that was a green smoothy. I was making myself a peanut butter and banana with spinach smoothy at about 3pm. It would satisfy my sweet tooth, and soothed my hunger while preparing dinner. I think I need to go back to that. I also try and drink water, ice water. I love ice water. Nothing is more refreshing.
I also successfully logged my calories for the day. I didn't work out due to the fasting. I did work my butt off scrubbing showers and tubs. Does that count if I got sweaty?
My favorite thing I ate today was a whole wheat thai chicken pita pizza!! Oh My GOODNESS it was delicious. Want to know what was on it?
I took my thai chili sauce and added some Adam's Peanut Butter to eat and used that as the base. Then I sprinkled a little bit of Mozzarella cheese on top of that. Then I put some roasted chicken, like 4 slices, then I put some sliced raw zucchini next, and for the grand finale I put thinly slice green onions and fresh cilantro! Can you say heaven on a whole wheat pita!! Let me tell you how many calories was in one... 331. Not bad right? And it's worth every stinking calorie too!! I drank a cherry coke zero with it. Just couldn't control myself with that one. And it was worth every burning gulp!!
Another hopeful strategy was brought to my attention today. And that is to simply reduce the portions that I eat. I thought I was doing pretty good at this. When the kids set the table I insist on having a small plate. It thinks it's a brilliant strategy. It just wont work if I'm snacking on foods just before dinner. Which, I must confess, is a huge bad habit of mine. That habit is one that I want to change. In March I stopped snacking while preparing dinner. I think the reason for that was a green smoothy. I was making myself a peanut butter and banana with spinach smoothy at about 3pm. It would satisfy my sweet tooth, and soothed my hunger while preparing dinner. I think I need to go back to that. I also try and drink water, ice water. I love ice water. Nothing is more refreshing.
I also successfully logged my calories for the day. I didn't work out due to the fasting. I did work my butt off scrubbing showers and tubs. Does that count if I got sweaty?
My favorite thing I ate today was a whole wheat thai chicken pita pizza!! Oh My GOODNESS it was delicious. Want to know what was on it?
I took my thai chili sauce and added some Adam's Peanut Butter to eat and used that as the base. Then I sprinkled a little bit of Mozzarella cheese on top of that. Then I put some roasted chicken, like 4 slices, then I put some sliced raw zucchini next, and for the grand finale I put thinly slice green onions and fresh cilantro! Can you say heaven on a whole wheat pita!! Let me tell you how many calories was in one... 331. Not bad right? And it's worth every stinking calorie too!! I drank a cherry coke zero with it. Just couldn't control myself with that one. And it was worth every burning gulp!!
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Vision of the Future
So let me begin by saying that I am still fat. I didn't complete my 30 day sugar fast. Just one more thing/goal that I can check off the list of things that I've failed at. That's why I am no longer going to set goals like that. I need to be setting realistic goals. Like losing 5lbs a month goals and logging my calories for 90 days.
Let me continue by saying that I too, am still addicted to sugar. My hospital stays were a wake up call and I stopped eating sugar for a good 3 months. It was amazing and my body felt so much better. As time went on and as I began to feel better I justified buying a few things here and there. I still don't buy candy for myself everytime I step foot into a store. I still glance at the mini-caramels and utah's own chocolates. But I just tell myself NO. In addition to that I have to confess that I still drink a diet coke every now and then. I guess you'd call me a social drinker. I don't go out to the local gas station at lunch any more and get me a 32 ouncer. Although that urge was ooober strong today. I just get one when I'm out to lunch with friends. Which, now that summer is out is not very often.
All these things contribute to my current state. Still Fat. Which I am no longer satisfied with. I know, I KNOW, you've heard this sob story from me before. And I always begin something and NEVER finish it. Hence the failure complex that I have. Well, that all stops here. I'm tired of my pants fitting to snuggly. I refuse to go a size larger and so now is the day that I begin the rest of my life. I'm not waiting till next Monday. Today is the day.
While getting ready for the day, which was at 2:30pm this afternoon. I had already hiked the Y, fixed breakfast, supervised the de-cluttering and washing of walls and baseboards, made bread, in addition to all the other daily and summer chores that I insisted on getting done. 2:30pm was the earliest I could bath and clean up. That's been a trend this summer. Anyway, I digress. Whilst getting ready for the day I was thinking about a vision of the person and self that I so desperately want to be. What is that person I'm sure you are dying to know. Well, I want to be someone who naturally turns to whole grains, fruits, salads and vegetables. I want to be someone who loves to be active all year round, hiking, biking, jogging, walking, gardening, playing with my kids. I don't want to struggle with sugar anymore. i don't want that substance to rule my life anymore. I've had it. Kaput, finished, end of the road for that way of living. I want to eat clean and be light on my feet. Is that so much to ask for? With an addiction like mine, it seems just out of my reach. But it's not. I know that I am determined enough and my desire is strong enough, finally, to do something about it. To change my life so I can be that person I saw in my vision today. Hello, I'm starting on a Tuesday, not a Monday. That's just cra cra.
I realize that I am a very weak person. So weak that I can not do this journey on my own. I don't think there's anything wrong with admitting that I need help. The one person that I am turning to is the Lord. I began a fast this afternoon after lunch. That's how serious I am about changing my life. Fasting on a Tuesday? I have had it with how I feel and the way my body is functioning. It's just not good enough for me.
I understand that there can not be change without a plan, without goals. I know I've made about a gazillion goals since the start of this blog. In the past some of the goals were made for the wrong reasons and ended up hurting my spirit. That changes today as well.
1. My long long term goal is to lose 30lbs by my birthday. That gives me 8 months.
2. A long/short term goal is to track what I eat/calories for 90 days. Even on the weekend no matter how outrageous my eating gets. This will get me through the summer.
3. My short term goal is to lose 5lbs by July 24th, Pioneer day.
4. One last short term goal, exercise at least 5 times a week.
I know that tracking calories is the key to my success. I also know that cutting out sugar will be key to my success as well. My goal to combat the sugar is to not purchase any candy to still be lingering around the house on week days. I think I am going to try and just have desserts on Saturday and Sunday nights. I am going to insist that no cookies be made for the next 90 days. We can all do better at not eating so much sugar. So fresh fruit here we come.
I feel good. I know that change is coming. It's been heading my way for a really long long time now. Too long as a matter of fact.
I am stronger then I believe I am.
Let me continue by saying that I too, am still addicted to sugar. My hospital stays were a wake up call and I stopped eating sugar for a good 3 months. It was amazing and my body felt so much better. As time went on and as I began to feel better I justified buying a few things here and there. I still don't buy candy for myself everytime I step foot into a store. I still glance at the mini-caramels and utah's own chocolates. But I just tell myself NO. In addition to that I have to confess that I still drink a diet coke every now and then. I guess you'd call me a social drinker. I don't go out to the local gas station at lunch any more and get me a 32 ouncer. Although that urge was ooober strong today. I just get one when I'm out to lunch with friends. Which, now that summer is out is not very often.
All these things contribute to my current state. Still Fat. Which I am no longer satisfied with. I know, I KNOW, you've heard this sob story from me before. And I always begin something and NEVER finish it. Hence the failure complex that I have. Well, that all stops here. I'm tired of my pants fitting to snuggly. I refuse to go a size larger and so now is the day that I begin the rest of my life. I'm not waiting till next Monday. Today is the day.
While getting ready for the day, which was at 2:30pm this afternoon. I had already hiked the Y, fixed breakfast, supervised the de-cluttering and washing of walls and baseboards, made bread, in addition to all the other daily and summer chores that I insisted on getting done. 2:30pm was the earliest I could bath and clean up. That's been a trend this summer. Anyway, I digress. Whilst getting ready for the day I was thinking about a vision of the person and self that I so desperately want to be. What is that person I'm sure you are dying to know. Well, I want to be someone who naturally turns to whole grains, fruits, salads and vegetables. I want to be someone who loves to be active all year round, hiking, biking, jogging, walking, gardening, playing with my kids. I don't want to struggle with sugar anymore. i don't want that substance to rule my life anymore. I've had it. Kaput, finished, end of the road for that way of living. I want to eat clean and be light on my feet. Is that so much to ask for? With an addiction like mine, it seems just out of my reach. But it's not. I know that I am determined enough and my desire is strong enough, finally, to do something about it. To change my life so I can be that person I saw in my vision today. Hello, I'm starting on a Tuesday, not a Monday. That's just cra cra.
I realize that I am a very weak person. So weak that I can not do this journey on my own. I don't think there's anything wrong with admitting that I need help. The one person that I am turning to is the Lord. I began a fast this afternoon after lunch. That's how serious I am about changing my life. Fasting on a Tuesday? I have had it with how I feel and the way my body is functioning. It's just not good enough for me.
I understand that there can not be change without a plan, without goals. I know I've made about a gazillion goals since the start of this blog. In the past some of the goals were made for the wrong reasons and ended up hurting my spirit. That changes today as well.
1. My long long term goal is to lose 30lbs by my birthday. That gives me 8 months.
2. A long/short term goal is to track what I eat/calories for 90 days. Even on the weekend no matter how outrageous my eating gets. This will get me through the summer.
3. My short term goal is to lose 5lbs by July 24th, Pioneer day.
4. One last short term goal, exercise at least 5 times a week.
I know that tracking calories is the key to my success. I also know that cutting out sugar will be key to my success as well. My goal to combat the sugar is to not purchase any candy to still be lingering around the house on week days. I think I am going to try and just have desserts on Saturday and Sunday nights. I am going to insist that no cookies be made for the next 90 days. We can all do better at not eating so much sugar. So fresh fruit here we come.
I feel good. I know that change is coming. It's been heading my way for a really long long time now. Too long as a matter of fact.
I am stronger then I believe I am.
Friday, April 27, 2012
Not Perfection
How did the first 4 days go of my no-sugar fast? I did awesome 2 out of the 4 days. I refuse to demand perfection out of myself. When I have demanded that of myself in the past I begin to hate the process, hate myself, and end up giving up all together. On Wednesday I went out with a new friend to a new place to eat and allowed myself to share a shake with her and our children. It was good, and I didn't have anything else for the rest of the day. Thursday my cousin and Aunt came over for a quilting day. That was a lot of fun. Although I succumbed to drinking a diet caffeine free soda, and my Aunt had a massive craving for a cake so we made one from a box mix an another diet soda. My Aunt made this amazing glaze to go on top and I allowed myself to try that as well. Goodness it was good. Again, I didn't have anything after it. I did recognize how crazy I was for it after just trying the first little bit. My body took a little quick intake of breath and asked itself, "What is this deliciousness and give me more!!" Sure fire sign of an addict.
I look at where I have come in just even a year and I am proud of my progress. The reason I am doing this 30 day fast is to prove to myself that I can go without sugar. That my desire for better health is greater then my desire to indulge in junk. Even though these last 4 days have not been "perfect" I still haven't bought candy when I am at the store. I don't have candy or cookies in my pantry to tempt and try me. I don't buy a soda every time I'm in the grocery store and I'm not hopping in the 'burb to run down to the nearest gas station to get my fix.
I am the first one to admit that I am some what of a follower. I love doing what others are doing and have a hard time not participating in the fun things. And for me, that involves food. That is a step that I know will come later. I can't jump all these hurdles at once. That is a sure fire way for me to fall flat and hard on my face.
The weekend is coming up and another challenge will be presented. I love the weekends and the treats that tend to come with them. But I have promised myself 30 days and although I don't demand perfection I will stretch myself. It can be done. I can go a weekend without getting too cray cray with the treatie treats. My weekends have already changed their look and feel. A lot still needs to happen. Progress, that's what I am making.
The other critical principle that I am trying to pay attention to, is my body cues. When it's hungry, i try to eat. I try to stop eating before I get completely full, and the most important, I try not to eat when I am not hungry. For so many years I ate even when I wasn't hungry. I am trying to be kind and nurturing to myself and really listen to what my body is saying and asking me to do. It's hard. But I am grateful for the challenge.
I look at where I have come in just even a year and I am proud of my progress. The reason I am doing this 30 day fast is to prove to myself that I can go without sugar. That my desire for better health is greater then my desire to indulge in junk. Even though these last 4 days have not been "perfect" I still haven't bought candy when I am at the store. I don't have candy or cookies in my pantry to tempt and try me. I don't buy a soda every time I'm in the grocery store and I'm not hopping in the 'burb to run down to the nearest gas station to get my fix.
I am the first one to admit that I am some what of a follower. I love doing what others are doing and have a hard time not participating in the fun things. And for me, that involves food. That is a step that I know will come later. I can't jump all these hurdles at once. That is a sure fire way for me to fall flat and hard on my face.
The weekend is coming up and another challenge will be presented. I love the weekends and the treats that tend to come with them. But I have promised myself 30 days and although I don't demand perfection I will stretch myself. It can be done. I can go a weekend without getting too cray cray with the treatie treats. My weekends have already changed their look and feel. A lot still needs to happen. Progress, that's what I am making.
The other critical principle that I am trying to pay attention to, is my body cues. When it's hungry, i try to eat. I try to stop eating before I get completely full, and the most important, I try not to eat when I am not hungry. For so many years I ate even when I wasn't hungry. I am trying to be kind and nurturing to myself and really listen to what my body is saying and asking me to do. It's hard. But I am grateful for the challenge.
Monday, April 23, 2012
No Sugar?
I can't believe it's been a whole month since the last time I posted something. I realized that somethings never change with me. One being the fact that I get so easily discouraged. I haven't done anything good since this last post. Despite losing a pound.
Over this past year I have watched several people around me successfully lose weight, and a lot of it. Between 50-70lbs. I think I'm still stuck in the desire to lose everything in a few short months. Which, come on, really? That kind of weight loss is never permanent. These people have inspired me to be consistent. I realize that it's going to take me TIME to lose the amount of weight that I need to lose. So I have set one long term goal for myself, accompanied by some monthly goals. I have come to terms with the fact that it will take me about 10 months to lose 40lbs. I hope to be able to lose 5lbs a month. I don't think these goals are lofty or unattainable. In fact, I think they are highly reasonable and very attainable.
To Kick start my success I have committed to go 30 days without any sugar. After going off of candy in January, this probably wont be as difficult as it might have been a year ago.
Easter really kicked my butt. As it does every ding dang year. I indulged in a huge container of Jelly Belly's from Costco, courtesy of my parents. I still have yet to purchase myself candy in the store like I use too. Which I'm sure is a habit that contributed to my current state.
These past few weeks of not drinking green smoothies and back to eating sugar has thrust me back into feeling sick, tired, and plain out of motivation to do anything. I know this is due to the sugar. It truly is poisoning my body. For some psycho reason, I keep eating the damn stuff despite the side effects.
Over the past year I have overcome a lot of baggage, healed hurts, and improved my feelings of self worth. I know I am not eating because of any of these reasons. I truly believe it's out of habit now. I am hoping that in this 30 days I will begin to break the bad habits that I have formed over 20 years.
This too, is a recurring theme of mine. Just bare with me as I try to overcome it.
I have also discovered that the more I document my progress the better I do. I hope to write at least once a week. I am also going to document my eating and exercise once again at Myfitnesspal.com. Love love lovie love this site.
Here's to 30 days without sugar.
Over this past year I have watched several people around me successfully lose weight, and a lot of it. Between 50-70lbs. I think I'm still stuck in the desire to lose everything in a few short months. Which, come on, really? That kind of weight loss is never permanent. These people have inspired me to be consistent. I realize that it's going to take me TIME to lose the amount of weight that I need to lose. So I have set one long term goal for myself, accompanied by some monthly goals. I have come to terms with the fact that it will take me about 10 months to lose 40lbs. I hope to be able to lose 5lbs a month. I don't think these goals are lofty or unattainable. In fact, I think they are highly reasonable and very attainable.
To Kick start my success I have committed to go 30 days without any sugar. After going off of candy in January, this probably wont be as difficult as it might have been a year ago.
Easter really kicked my butt. As it does every ding dang year. I indulged in a huge container of Jelly Belly's from Costco, courtesy of my parents. I still have yet to purchase myself candy in the store like I use too. Which I'm sure is a habit that contributed to my current state.
These past few weeks of not drinking green smoothies and back to eating sugar has thrust me back into feeling sick, tired, and plain out of motivation to do anything. I know this is due to the sugar. It truly is poisoning my body. For some psycho reason, I keep eating the damn stuff despite the side effects.
Over the past year I have overcome a lot of baggage, healed hurts, and improved my feelings of self worth. I know I am not eating because of any of these reasons. I truly believe it's out of habit now. I am hoping that in this 30 days I will begin to break the bad habits that I have formed over 20 years.
This too, is a recurring theme of mine. Just bare with me as I try to overcome it.
I have also discovered that the more I document my progress the better I do. I hope to write at least once a week. I am also going to document my eating and exercise once again at Myfitnesspal.com. Love love lovie love this site.
Here's to 30 days without sugar.
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