BBM Day 3

Today was a cardio day.  I had planned to meet Kim at the mall and walk for the 45 min since that was one option.  However, she wasn't able to make it so I opted to try the HIIT 20 min workout at home.  I was a little scared of it when I watched it last night but it wasn't that bad!  I HATE mountain climbers so the only modification I made was that I did high kicks and some squat jumps during those.  Otherwise I kinda liked it!

Can you all see how red my chest is from this work out?  There was a lot of jumping around (jumping jacks and jumping rope) and this is what happens apparently.  Yikes!

 

I took my measurements for the challenge.  Here are the sad results, oy!

Chest 44.5"

Waist 47"

Hips 52"

R Thigh 23"

R Upper Arm 14"

Weight: 225.6 (WW)

I'm back!

It's been over a month since I've blogged.  Did you miss me?  Probably not!  I'm not even sure I have readers which is ok, it's really just a journal for me anyway.

A lot has happened in the last month, it's been kinda crazy!  Let's see...my husband got laid off on Dec 4th.  The next day we drove 6+ hours away to ID for a job interview.  It was FREEZING!  He ended up getting the job and is supposed to start next week, if he takes it.  He's been able to do a side job, painting for a friend up until Friday which was nice!  Keep us in your prayers!

I was doing good with my mall walking, until winter break hit.  I was having a hard time getting any exercise in with the boys home.  My last workout was Dec 17th.  I hate that!  I like to work out and feel better when I do.  However, it was hard to make time for it.

Christmas was a good time spent with family and no drama.  The boys loved it and I enjoyed seeing their excitement! 

And then we all got sick, not at the same time just one after the other.  It's been fun.

I also got busy with making Christmas gifts so in my free time when I could've been working out I was busy sewing.  Next year I will definitely make it a point to start them much sooner!!!!

I continued to weigh in and make it to a few meetings.  I had two weeks of gain and then a loss right after Christmas.  I did not make it in last week though.  Partially because I stepped on the scale and saw a big gain and didn't want to face it.  Bad, I know.  I haven't been tracking and really need to get back to it!  I started the holidays off ok but then got too confident and over ate and not the best foods.  I had a mind set that I wanted to enjoy the holidays without stressing about my weight loss.  I didn't wear my fitbit over the holidays either, another no no!  I charged it and put it back on yesterday.  Then I forgot to switch it for my work out today.  Oops!

Speaking of work outs...Yesterday I started a 90 day challenge.  It's a FB challenge that I found.  It's called the Bikini Body Mommy Challenge.  I gathered up some friends for accountability and created a group on FB to hold us all to it.  It's NO joke!  Today was Day 2 (and Day 1 was only 8 min long) and my arms and legs feel like jello!  I was beat red after today's workout but it felt good.  I did not commit to doing this challenge because I want a bikini body, in fact I don't think that will ever happen.  I want something that will keep me healthy and active during the winter months.  This challenge can be done at or near home and only requires dumb bells, which I have, no gym membership required.  If anyone wants to join me, let me know!

Day 1 (yesterday) was only 8 min like I said but it was tough.  I'm out of shape!  I definitely have more lower body strength than upper.  I've never done a burpee in my life and have come to the conclusion that they are the devil!  For real!!!

Day 2 (today) was hard!!  I didn't do each amount that you were supposed to but I tried my hardest.  I know over time I will get stronger and be able to do it.  I have been doing the workouts in my bedroom/bathroom.  It's been working out great and I can lock the door so nobody can interrupt me!  I'm going to try really hard to stick with it for the 90 days!

Weekly Weigh In: Week 25

I got on the scale this morning and saw it was down so I decided to (cheat?) weigh in a day earlier than normal.  I was beyond relieved to see I was down 3.4 lbs!!!  I am back to my 20 lbs lost, just barely.  Now I need to keep going. 

Honestly, I'm not sure how it's possible.  I felt like I've over ate the past week.  I've had more sweets than I ever do as well as more alcohol. I only got one walk in last week due to the holiday and according to my fit bit results, my steps, distance and calories burned were down this week.  I'll take the loss though and hopefully it doesn't come back to bite me. 

I really hate this roller coaster but am not giving up!

Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving from my family to yours!

Weekly Weigh in: week 24

I didn't want to go today but knew that I had to.  I skipped out last week and they'd be closed tomorrow so I knew I had to go today.  I was up on my scale at home (after being back down earlier this week) so I knew it wasn't going to be pretty.  Well...I gained.  It said I gained 2.2 lbs.  I am NOT happy!  In fact, I have been crying off and on since I left WW.  Shark week is finishing up and I can feel water retention in my hands but 2.2 lbs?!  I am SO close to throwing in the towel even though I know I shouldn't.

I am sure that going out on Sunday night with my mom for dinner (Mexican) and a concert didn't help.  But honestly, I accounted for it and was careful throughout the day because I knew I was going out. 

I am frustrated!  When I texted my mom to tell her and express my frustrations she told me to keep it up and not to give up.  To track diligently (which I know I should)  and to just get back on the wagon.  I know all of this and I am trying!  I just hate that I can't enjoy a beer with my husband in fear of gaining.  That I have to be careful of what I eat and drink in fear of gaining weight, period.  I hate that I can't eat what I want and not gain weight.  I am having a hard time staying on track since Jim's been home.  How come people can have their husbands home and still lose or maintain?  I hate that I have to look up the PPV before going to eat anywhere.  Sometimes I really hate the holidays!  I am already dreading tomorrow, although at my parents it's not as bad compared to Jim's family get togethers.  Tomorrow is turkey day and it revolves around food basically.  It is so easy for other people and they don't have to worry about it.  Even though I'm not tracking diligently, like I should be, I am well aware of what is going in my mouth. I don't often compare myself to others but dang it, why does it have to be a constant struggle for me?  I swear I can look at food and gain weight.

I have been increasing my activity in hopes of making things better and it's not working.  Why put in the effort then?  Trust me, I could be blogging, napping, cleaning my house or sewing while Ryan's at school instead of doing 3 miles at the mall.  I just don't get it. 

I am frustrated!  I have a migraine and am just having an overall bad day.  I am going to enjoy the time with my family tomorrow and try not to worry about food.  wish me luck!

Week wrap up

I was able to get to the mall all three days this week.  Tuesday I woke up extremely sore from the lunges!!!  We're talking, my muscles hurt to touch them!  In fact they still are sore today but I can actually touch them now.  I've never hurt for so long before.  Maybe I should've started out slow with lunges?!  ;)

Tuesday was a great day!  Ryan did awesome at drop off and school, the sun was out and I got in  good 3 miles!  Santa even walked with me for a bit.  :)

Today I got in another 3 miles.  The mall was a bit more busy so I was often dodging people. I did some stretching before we left but I think I should've done more.  My shin muscles were so sore and tight the first mile but then eased up and the rest of the walk was great.  I know that I need new shoes, in a bad way!  I just hate shoe shopping so I keep putting it off...

Weekly Weigh In: Week 24

I stepped on the scale this morning and saw a 2 lb gain from a few days ago and so I opted to skip weigh in.  I'm sure it has to do with Shark Week that is about to arrive.  I haven't skipped a single weigh in and and honestly felt guilty but I couldn't deal with seeing another gain.  It sets the mood for my whole day when I gain and I didn't want another bad day. 

 In fact, I'm getting super frustrated.  Jim came home on Oct 17 and I've gained almost every week since he's been home.  I'm trying to skinny meals up but something is not working.  I haven't been tracking like I should but I have a hard time calculating them for meals I make.  I've got to figure something out!!!

Here's to a loss next week!