1 glass of cranberry juice (120 calories)
Birschmuesli (I swear by this breakfast, it is so darn filling and yummy) - (300 calories)
Coffee - (60 calories)
Apple (80 calories)
Lunch (I havent had this YET)- chicken, turkey, cheese and crackers lunchable (340 calories)
Afternoon snack (this is where I will go off, my daughter is having a "Mothers Day Tea" at her school) and whatever she made for snacks, I am going to have to eat. Where it stands, I will be at about 900 calories, so I assume I will go over a little today but Im ok with that because I had a KILLER workout this morning. I mean I sweating like you wouldnt believe (it was legs today).
I think I am going to do Stacies Mexicana thing, so that will be about 250 calories so even if I over indulge at school, I have 250 in "fluff" room.
Lucky, I have not had a lunchable in forever! But man I used to love those things, LOL. I hope you have a great time at your daughter's tea time!
Man I am SORE today from our workout last night. I am actually not as sore as I think I should be though, so I am going to ramp up my weights a little more next time (Friday). I have felt how my body feels when I am really working it to its limits, and I actually want to feel that again. Weird, I must be a masochist or something. I just don't feel like I will get as good of results if I don't feel that paing though.
Oh, and on a unrelated but equally sore (haha, get it? SORE?) subject, I have still not seen a drop in the scale. My calculations say I should be down 1.7 lbs, and I am down 0.0 Still over 300 lbs. I have kept my calories great this week, worked SUPER hard at the gym, and still nothing. I have several theories, but it still doesn't make it any easier to not see drops in the scale. UGH! If I am not down by Saturday (for some reason, I ALWAYS weigh my least Saturday morning), I am definitely going to the dr. next week and getting the thyroid meds. For those that weren't around, a few months ago I tested positive for Hypothyroidism, but I have been putting it off with the house buying thing, cause I have to pay up front and then get reimbursed and I need to save as much money as possible. But I am definitely not losing like I should and for my sanity that needs to be fixed.
I had a weird nights sleep. Like felt like I was half awake/half asleep until like 2. Right before we went to bed, I spilled like half a glass of water on our comforter, so all we had was a thin little sheet. I keep the house at like 70 AND have a fan running cause I usually bundle up with my comforter and sleep like that. So that thin little sheet wasn't cutting it, so I get up at 2 and the dogs have two folded up comforters down at the foot of the bed that they sleep on. I wanted the one that the lab was sleeping on cause I knew it had been washed more recently and would have less dog smell (gross, but I was DESPARATE!). She wouldn't get up!!! I told her to get up like 5 times and she just ignored me and layed her head down. It felt like she was saying "your not taking my bed away just cause you messed up yours". So then, I asked Riley (my Yorkie) to get up and he got up right away so I took his bed. Lol. What does he do? Jumps up in bed and lays on the unused part of his blanket. Normally this would be ok, but for the past week or so we have been training them to not get on the bed because when we move and get new furniture and matresses, we want them to stay nice and not smell like dog. So I had to take my poor little guys bed away AND kick him off the bed. I felt kinda bad. Then I went to sleep in like 1 minute flat cause I was now warm! Not that you guys care, but I thought it was a cute little story.
Tiff - dont be jealous of me and my lunchable it was little to be desired and for the amount of calories, I much have rathered picked up a "FIVE DOLLA FOOT LONG", lol, so catchy. Anyway, I know exactly how you feel about the pain you wish you felt at the gym. Today I felt like the weights I was doing was not enough, now lets see if my body begs to differ tomorrow-haha. Just be careful with adding more weight because you dont want to be bulky. You did have a weirds night sleep. Ive had those before where I keep waking up and am half in and out of sleep, its stinks. Thats funny story about your dogs. We USED to let the dogs climb in bed with us and one day I climbed in and there was hair everywhere and I was like, ugh, this is horrible. I had just taken a shower and smelled "pretty" and now I have to get in this stinky bed! Since then, although I used to love my big fat Lola pressing her fat body against me, Im happier without her. LOL - funny, Im sure in her dog head, shes saying the same thing "I loved my big fat Nicole pressing her big fat body against me" - LMAO, god I amuse myself sometimes.
Anyway, Im kinda hungry right now but I have 20 minutes till my afternoon snack so I think Ill hold up ok. Ill just drink some water. OH - I almost forgot to tell you guys. Last night I made THE BOMB chocolate chip cookies and instead of making a huge batch where I could have over indulged, I asked John and Gab how many they each wanted, then I made ONLY that much so that there was none left for me to be tempted to pick at. Woo-hoo, this was good. Ill catch up later. By the way - where the heck is Mygrits?! I know, its only been a day but Im having withdrawals - lol. I miss you!
Tiff- don't feel bad. my scale hasn't budged either. It's driving me nuts. I'm sure one day there will be a huge loss. At least that's me wishfully thinking. I guess it'll happen sooner or later as long as we keep doing what we are doing.
I ate a breakfast sandwich (the jimmy dean light version/ english muffin, egg whites, turkey sausage) 290 calories, an orange, a pudding cup (80), and a cup of cereal (150). I don't know what I'll eat later.. It's the hardest thing to do is plan your meals but I have found it is necessary for me to be able to eat right. Otherwise... how easy is it to just pick something up! I'll probably have to get one of those 5 dolla foot longs.. haha. I usually split it with my husband and eat some apples.
I'm going to go to the gym now and maybe even the track.Though.. I really should put sunblock on because I have a hillbilly tan going on from wearing tank tops. =)
Lindy, you killed me with Lola thing. HILARIOUS. Isn't it great cracking yourself up?
Neesy: "Tiff- don't feel bad. my scale hasn't budged either. It's driving me nuts. I'm sure one day there will be a huge loss. At least that's me wishfully thinking. I guess it'll happen sooner or later as long as we keep doing what we are doing." Yeah, thats the ONLY thing keeping me going too. Knowing I am sooooo close and that someday soon I'll lose a bunch and I will be nowhere near the 300's anymore and will never go into them again. Here's to hoping we are in the 200's and 100's by this weekend!
My engagement ring is almost getting too big. That's exciting. I am getting a new setting for my diamond and a wedding band to match once I lose more weight. I can't find any bands to match my current one and it will be too big soon anyways.
More Food: too many Cheetos (200) sound familiar Lindy?
Total for the day so far: 920
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quickie - yesterday I ate:
1 WW yogurt
6" subway turkey w/bacon-no cheese
had 2 mixed drinks at bar - and I DID NOT smoke! Yay me!
last of my wheat pasta, no sugar sauce and LF mozarella
2 slice multi-grain bread with organic no sugar peanut butter
Yay Kellie for not smoking! Just take it one day at a time. No cigs today, and that will make two smoke free days!
I finished up my day yesterday with 2 mini-burgers I made, I am estimating 400 cals. Total calories for the day: 1370.
I think I have figured out why I am not losing weight while working my butt off. TOM! I had to check my bank statement to figure out when I last bought the ring and apparently it's time for TOM. Pretty bad I have to figure it out using my bank statement. So, I woke up with little sausage fingers and figured it out. So it's water weight!!!! Yaaaay!
Tiff - Yayy for sausage fingers!! LMAO - just kidding. It is good though. Its easier to not get discouraged when you know that it is something that is out of your control.
Takeadeepbreath - Woo-hoo, good job girl without smoking! That is sooooo good. You also did very well with your eating. At a glance, you definately consumed less than 1400 calories (this is depending on your portion size) but guesstimating. I swear, I look up EVERYTHING now, I know how much calories you guys are consuming without having to look up half of it. My only suggestion is, and you can take it or leave it, is that although your low in calorie consumption it does seem that you lean towards carbs. This is the pot calling the kettle black, god, carbs are my downfall. Im only calling it to your attention because that MAY be the reason on why your not seeing huge numbers on the scale, your doing great - just sayin.
Neesy -howd the gym and track go? Haha - thats our new theme "5 dolla foot long".
Now, here is an update on my food consumption. 2 slices of rye toast with 3 eggs whites and two pieces of turkey bacon (made into a sandwich) for 270 calories. 1 fiber bar for 130 calories. That leaves me at 400. Today is Sushi day, yum, yum and I have every intention of getting the sushi platter so here it goes: cruch roll - 222, spicy tuna roll - 290, philadelphia roll - 270, miso soup - 50. That would leave me at 1232. Ill save some pieces for afternoon so that can be included in my afternoon snack, which means I have 200 calories left for dinner. I think I am going to do the grilled chicken meal with a double order of green beans from KFC, that is only 230 calories and would suit me fine for the day. On a separate note, I saw this interesting article that Jillian wrote for MSN.com and wanted to post it here. It just makes sense. I mean, its stating the obvious but hey, its a good reality check. See below:
Excuse: "I don't have time to work out."
That is total baloney. Make the time. I am sure you found the time to watch your favorite television show, right?! You're busy, and I get it, but you have to find a way to make your health a priority. Start scheduling workouts like you do appointments. You can get up a little earlier and do a fitness DVD. You can squeeze it in on the weekends. You can get a piece of cardio equipment and do 30 minutes while unwinding and watching "The Office." The reality is that you must make the time. You will have more energy, better overall health, and better self-esteem—it's worth it.
Excuse: "I have to keep junk food around for my kids and/or boyfriend."
Trash it! They shouldn't be eating that stuff either!
Excuse: "I've tried to lose weight before, but I just can't do it."
Ridiculous. Of course you can. You can do anything when armed with the proper information. Take some time to educate yourself about how to work out properly. Learn about calories—how many are in the foods you are eating and how many your body burns naturally each day. When you are informed you are empowered to make choices that create life changes. The next time you are about to say, "I can't," stop and ask yourself, "How can I not?"
Excuse: "I have too many business dinners and social gatherings. I can't lose weight in that environment!"
Seriously, is anyone really going to notice if you pass up the fatty appetizers? Or the open bar? I go to business dinners all the time and I find they go better when I am not drinking. For dinner parties, offer to bring something. That way you'll know there is at least one healthy thing to eat. And if you're worried about offending people, remember you don't need to be preachy about your eating habits; just say "no thank you" to the unhealthy fare.
Excuse: "I travel a lot and can't get into a routine."
Listen, I travel constantly and I can still eat healthy and work out! Yes, fitness is my business, but anyone can do what I do: Bring your own snacks at all times. Stay at with hotels with gyms. Bring fitness DVDs and do them before bed in your hotel room. Be high-maintenance with your ordering when eating out: Get foods grilled or baked, get all dressings and sauces on the side, sub out starchy sides for steamed veggies. If I can do it, so can you.
Excuse: "My friends eat poorly and it makes it hard for me to eat healthy."
Communication is critical. You must tell your family and friends what your health and wellness goals are and then teach them exactly how to support you. The only way they are going to know what you need and how to give it to you is if you tell them. So ask them to eat healthy with you, and if they can't do it, then ask them not to push food on you or ask you if you want bites.
Excuse: "My loved ones nag me about my weight and it makes me want to rebel."
This is sort of similar to the friends who push bad habits on you—communicate your needs and desires. With that said, if your family still nags at you, then you must set boundaries. Tell them that your weight and fitness habits are simply not up for discussion, and don't discuss events or things in your life that trigger them to start in on you.
OK, I figured out how to do this during the day... type in a second doc and then cut and paste! Duh...took me a while I know. LOL!
Well, I almost forgot that today is a food day at work for birthdays...ugh! I haven't done wonderful, but I haven't killed myself either, but I'm not happy with what I have ate: Cracker Barrel-1 biscuit w/gravy and 1 spoon of cheese potatoes, chili dip with tortilla scoops (12), hummus with bagel chips (5), LF chocolate muffin (this is a good thing! I have the recipe if any of you want it) (1), cocktail weenies w/homemade BBQ sauce-I brought this (14), strawberries/kiwi/pineapple (2 big spoons), cutie oranges (2). I DID NOT EAT: cookies, servati pretzels, donut holes, rice crispie treats. YAY!
So I guess this will be my splurge day. There is NO way I will want lunch. I will have to eat a good salad tonight with protein.
On another good note, my 2 Jillian books came in the mail yesterday (giddy with excitement-->) I can't wait to get through them. I didn't have time to even open it till I got to the bar and I sat there for bout half hour reading. HaHa! (giddy-->)
Nicole - You are correct. I love carbs. I am working on cutting back and only eating them during the day. Last night I really didn't want to eat the pasta for dinner, but after a full day with my mom and I got home just before 9, it was easy.
Tiff - You can be xtra proud of me, it's actually been since Saturday night that I have been without the smokes, so today is day 6!
E veryone, please forgive me for grammar puntuation and spelling...i am typing this on my phone on my lunch break cause they are cracking down on computer usage at work.
Lindy, I could totally hear Jillian in her scratchy voice saying all that out loud!!!! That is amazing advice she gave. She is totally a role model of mine and I would love to be trained/counseled by her fpr just one day! I absolutely can't believe KFC has a meal that low cal? and its good???? I'm guessing it probably pretty high sodium though....and in combination with ur sushi, you're probably going to have a pretty high sodium day! just wanted to make u aware but you probably already were and are planning for it.
kelly: sorry for not giving credit where it is due! 6 days is awesome! good job eating less snack than you normally would. that is an accomplishment in my book. my goal for the weekends is just to eat less than I used to and it works well with staying on strict plan during the weekdays.
well I hope everyone is have a fabulous friday!!!
sandy...back2basics....where r u guys? sandy I know we usually hear from you once a day...i hope everything is ok with you!
Tiff - you must be reading my mind - what am I thinking now?! LOL. After I typed my post and wrote down what I was going to consume, I was like...wait a minute, this is just a little bit too much sodium today, I mean, even with my breakfast so I did something smart, I saved my few pieces of sushi for my afternoon snack, which Ill eat around 3 p.m. and then I bought a side of veggies for dinner, just veggies but its a HUGE serving. Its zuchini (sp?), carrots, squash, purple onions and mushrooms. I think that will work for me. I actually rarely eat dinner after eating sushi because it fills me up so much but my trainer said even if I consume a big meal, so not skip my next one or my snack. It will mess up my metabolism, even one day of it, so dont do it. On a REALLY...REALLY...BAD NOTE - we went to Publix after Sushi and I gave into temptation of my FAVORITE cake. It was just a small slice but still, its lemon cake with raspberry filling and cream cheese frosting...god, I KNOW I went over my calories today for sure. Ill just drink tons of water and go to the gym tomorrow. Speaking of the gym, I have a question - does sitting in the sauna help with your weight loss? I know its dumb because its not actual weight loss from caloric intake, but does sweating it out help or hinder the scale?
Ok - I looked up my cake, calories wise and it was 500 calories for 1 slice. If I stick with my veggies for dinner, that will put me at 1800 calories. Yes its 400 more than I wanted to consume but I worked out this morning, I plan on working out tomorrow morning and I googled my question about saunas and it WILL help me with weight loss and getting rid of some of that salt from the sushi, fingers crossed girls - MAKE SURE I record my weight tomorrow, even if I dont like the number.
hmmmm...you are thinking " tiff is such an amazing person" LMAO just kidding. those veggies sound good minus the onions. its funny...one of dons client was just telling him how great saunas are cause they help you get all of the toxins out of your body. I just lnow I went in one once and I couldn't barely breathe. it was like charcoal smell that got in my lunga and actually hurt. I am not a fan of them.
my food for the day:
2 whole grain waffles with peanut butter and hunny (350)
lean cuisine five cheese rigatoni (330)
sugar free pudding (60-and gross)
total so far 740
I'm going 5 for 5 tonight at the gym. strength training today then 30 mins of cardio. whew.
Still over 300 lbs. I have kept my calories great this week, worked SUPER hard at the gym, and still nothing. I have several theories, but it still doesn't make it any easier to not see drops in the scale. UGH! If I am not down by Saturday (for some reason, I ALWAYS weigh my least Saturday morning), I am definitely going to the dr. next week and getting the thyroid meds. For those that weren't around, a few months ago I tested positive for Hypothyroidism, but I have been putting it off with the house buying thing, cause I have to pay up front and then get reimbursed and I need to save as much money as possible. But I am definitely not losing like I should and for my sanity that needs to be fixed.
I can't wait to get through them. I didn't have time to even open it till I got to the bar and I sat there for bout half hour reading. HaHa! (giddy-->) 