#76 Weekly Weigh-In

I realized I haven't blogged in exactly one week. Sorry about that.

Well I thought I would be posting something great today, but I gained a slight amount this week (Point 2 to be exact). But instead of crying about it, I going to do something about it. I am going to turn over a new leaf starting tonight.

I pledge to myself that I will start exercising tonight. I am going to put in my Zumba Wii game and do it. This week I know what I did wrong, and I need to change it. I am the only person you do something about my weight. At the beginning of the year, I vowed to make sure that I would lose the rest of the weight I needed to lose and be done with it.

Last night's meeting was about Fiber.

Did you know that women are supposed to have 25 grams of fiber per day? I, of course, didn't know about it. I guess I am going to have to up the fiber in my day.

What am I going to do to change what I am doing? 



Track everything down
Exercise
Drink more water
Eat more fiber

If anyone get thing of anything else, please comment or message me.

#75 Weekly Weigh In

TGIF
It is Friday meaning the day after weigh-in. I had another weight loss this week. Lost a little over a half a pound, making my total weight loss of 30.8. I have lost 3 weeks in a row which may be a record.

What did I do differently this week? 
First off, I have been continuing to track every one of the B.L.T.S. You may ask what is a BLTS? Well, in Weight Watchers (WW):


B=Bites; L=Licks; T=Tastes; S=Sips


I not only track these but I track everything from my activity points to every thing that touches my lips even gum or a glass of water. I have come to the conclusion, that tracking is the key to any weight loss program. That plus adding exercise and eating smaller portions of you food. 


This week meeting was all about the power of positive thinking. When the meeting finished and I walked to my car, I realized I took a lot from the meeting. I realize I need to learn how to take a compliment. When someone notices my weight loss, I need to just say Thank-You, instead of what I normally do. 

"Thanks, but I still have a lot to go." Then I turn beat red and get embarrassed. The thing is, I HATE being the center of attention, and I realize as the weight comes off, I will get more and more of it, which is something I just have to accept and move on with it. 

At the end of the meeting, Ms. Cindy gave us some homework. Each day this week, we have to write something positive about ourselves every day. 

Have a great weekend everyone!!!!

#74 Face the Scale/Zumba

It is that day in the week where I must "face the scale." It also means I will be nervous all day. This week I did somethings differently. I actually did 2 more days of exercise outside of my adult hip hop/jazz class. I returned to Zumba. Although, today I am a little bit on the tired side, I feel great. I feel like I have accomplished something.

Zumba

1. a Latin-inspired fitness program
2. involves dance and aerobic elements
3. incorporates hip-hop, so ca, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial      arts & some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included.

ORIGIN 1986 Columbia
Founded by Alberto "Beto" Perez (dancer/choreographer)

Above the the definition on the Internet.

For me, Zumba is a fun way to exercise. That's was people often say, "Welcome to the Party!" Classes are usually 1 hour long and you could possibly burn up to 1000 calories per session.

Well I keeping my fingers crossed for tonight.

#73 Hump Day

NO POST TODAY.....BUSY WITH MAYET GRAPHICS.

#72 Mini Goals & Book Review

I realize I am day late with my Mini Goals, which I haven't made in a while. My freelance business, Mayet Graphics, has picked up a lot mostly because it is "Wedding Season." I couldn't be more excited about that. Another reason I haven't had time is that I am stuck in "book world," meaning that I have been reading a lot lately.
I set these Mini Goals as a way to to feel to overwhelmed about what I want to accomplish. So I have decided it is best for me to set small goals each week. It works for me, so it may work for others. So here are my mini goals for the week. Some of which I have already accomplished.

Mini Goals of the Week of March 9-15, 2012

1. Track every day. So far this week I have tracked everything that has touched my lips. You have not idea how hard this is for me. To help, I have set alarms on my phone so that I can remember to track after every meal. 
2. Exercise more other than my adult hip hop/jazz class. I haven't be able to cross this off my list since I started making these mini goals. So I am proud to say that I have already accomplished this this week. I finally returned to my Zumba class. I had a blast too. There is something that Zumba brings out in me; I don't know if it is the music/beats or the fact that I don't feel like I am working out. 
3. Eat More Veggies and Fruits. Slowly but surely I have been doing this. For me this is hard, because (A) I don't like cooking for just myself, and (B) fruits and veggies are expensive. I guess I am just going to have to try harder over the upcoming weeks. 
4. Finish my next book. The Maze Runner. So I started this book on Sunday and I am already about halfway finished. It reminds me of Lord of Flies, but more involved. I still can't tell you what I truly think about this book. It raises a lot of questions about what it would be like to be forced to be in a place and not remember anything about yourself before. It is about survival. This book reminds of a cross between The Hunger Games and Lord of the Flies.

Book Review: One for the Money by Janet Evanovich

I know this picture to the left is actually the movie poster, but I read this book at an almost lightning speed. I have never read a book by this author; it was a wonderful way to introduced to Ms. Evanovich. This was a total page turner. I love that the main character, Stephanie Plum was the heroine of the story; she is fearless and crazy, but I love her all the same. The story is both very funny and full of at adventure. It is also full of crazy drama. 

I can't wait to see what awaits our main character in next installments. I will definitely have to pick them one by one. I also am now ready to see the movie. I  know that it probably won't do justice for the book, but I have learned when I am watching a movie that was previously a book, which seems to be happening a lot more these days, not to expect anything close to the book. For if I do, I will be disappointed. 

Happy Reading everyone and have a fantastic Tuesday!!!

#71 Weekly Weigh-In

It is that time in the week where I share how much I have lost or gained.  This week I couldn't be more excited to share what is my outcome of the  past week.

I lost 1.8 pounds this week. I couldn't be more excited. That means I am back to a total of 30. 2 pound lost. Lets just hope I can keep it up. After each meeting and after I eat my "Thursday Meal," I sit and think about what I did or didn't do during the week. I look at what worked and what didn't. 


What is a "Thursday Meal?" My "Thursday Meal" is simply the meal I eat after weighing in at the meetings. For me, honestly, it usually is a McDouble without mustard, small french fries, and a diet coke, but since it is lent and I gave up fast food, diet coke, and peanut butter, I obviously can't eat it. Lately, it has been Chinese Food or anything my mom cooks. (She is an amazing cook and everything is very tasty, but isn't healthy at all.)  


Last night we celebrated my brother-in-laws birthday. He actual birthday isn't till Monday, but his lovely wife, my sister, had a surprise trip planned to Miami and Key West. (They left this morning.) I can't wait to hear what his reaction was. The meal wasn't all together "bad." We ate grilled pork chops and steak, mac-n-cheese, sweet potatos, and asparagus; desert was carrot cake. All fantastic. 


Last night's meeting was about portion control, but during last night's meal I had no portion control. 


So, I ask myself. What did I do different this week? I tracked every day and did a little more exercise. Drank all my water and didn't drink my diet coke or eat fast food. I know what I need to do to accomplish loosing weight. 


Happy Friday!!!

#70 Face the Scale

It is that time in the week I dread. Tonight is my Weight Watchers meeting, which means I will have to face the scale. I have been tracking everyday. (You guys DON'T  know how HARD it is for me to TRACK) However, I have taken the time out everyday after every meal to write down every thing that has touched my lips. I have come to the conclusion that without tracking what you taking into your body, no "diet" plan will work. Tracking will be a lifetime change for me.

I have also come to the conclusion that I will have to always watch what I eat and exercise. That is mainly because my metabolism is so slow. I am one of those people that looks at a piece of cake and gains a pound.

I try to be active, but I seem to always have some kind of excuse. Weather I use I am too tired or I would rather read my book, they are still excuses. It the words of Nike, I need to Just Do IT. 


So last night, I did just that and earned some activity points. Here is what I did:

Activity Points Earned; Total = 4

Zumba (dancing) for 20 minutes= 2 activity points

Boxing (Wii Fit) for 10 minutes = 1 activity point

Jogging in place (Wii Fit) for 20 minutes = 1 activity point

Lets just hope I can keep this up!

#69 Hump Day

It is the middle of the week again; aka Hump Day. I realize that I haven't been posting. That is because my freelance work has picked up a bit making my life a little bit crazier. So that is great.

As far as my weight loss journey: I am still tracking everyday. Trying to eat more veggies. However, I can tell that I am either about to get sick or with Pollen Season around the corner, my allergies are in full swing.  Lets just hope that I can nick this thing in the bud before it is a full blown problem.


I have sort of been on a little bit reading frenzy. I finished 2 books in the series Across the Universe by Beth Revis. Also, I read The Vow. I also read the Jennifer Hudson book, I Got This. All of these books were fab. I believe I reviewed the Jennifer Hudson book already.


Across the Universe & A Million Suns
WOW!!!!! I never thought I would be into stories about space and the future. I absolutely loved this story and was completely surprised that I did. These kept me guessing throughout; there were unexpected twists and turns that were totally unexpected. Honestly, I think what kept me reading was the love story between Amy and Elder. I guess you can say I am a sucker for a good love story.

My advise to everyone thinking about reading this, all you have to do is reach the first chapter and you will be hooked.

The Vow
I first heard of this story when I saw some of the first movie previews that were shown at the movie theater. Then I started to do some research only because the phrase, "Based on true events," was on the movie screen. Then I was walking in Target and had to stop. Channing Tatum's and Rachel McAdam's faces were staring me in the face. So I bought it.

This true story was such an amazing one; it just goes to show you the power of true love and the power of prayer. Once I started reading, I couldn't stop. The story of Kim and Kricket Carpenter was and still is amazing. The faith and relationships they have with God helped them get through a tragic ordeal. It is one thing to fall head over heals in love one time, but to do it twice with the same person is something entirely different. I couldn't imagine waking up one morning and not having a clue to how I met, dated, fell in love, got engaged, and got married to a person and not remember anything. I think it is amazing how Kim Carpenter stuck by his wife throughout it all not knowing what the outcome would be. He didn't know if his wife would ever remember him or love him. 

#68 Weekly Weigh-In

It's Friday; that means it is Weekly Weigh-In.  Before I get into the details of last night's weigh in, I have a question. How come it is so much easier to put weight on then it is to take it off?


Yesterday I was so nervous to "face the scale." But to amazement, I lost weight; .8 (point 8) to be exact. That is almost an entire pound. This means I am back headed in the right direction. I am back to a total of 28.4 pounds. I am so excited to be headed in the right direction.


The meeting last night was a great one even-though my normal leader wasn't there. It was about EXERCISE; something I really need to get back to; something that is a goal of mine to work towards. I need to get myself back in shape, which is evident by the fact that today my muscles are very sore from dancing last night. Exercise is a major part of any type of weight loss journey. I really need to get back to my Zumba; I guess it is time to pull out the Wii again and start doing something. I keep making so many excuses for myself; (i am too tired, lazy, or just don't feel like it; there is also, I am too busy). In the words of Nike, "Just Do it," needs to be put into vocabulary and "can't" needs to be taken out.

I can't wait to able to add another photo to the above photo, but I can't do that till 40 pounds lost. I need to get my butt in gear and "JUST DO IT."

Happy Friday everyone!!! Have a great weekend.

#67 Face the Scale

It is Thursday, that means it is Weigh In Day. It is that time in the week I always seem nervous no matter how good or bad I was during the previous week. It is the day in the week where I have to face the scale.

I know what I did this week, but I tracked every ounce of food or beverage the touch my lips no matter how good or bad it was for me. I just take one day at a time; one pound at a time.

I don't know where I would be without my supports for this weight loss journey. From the members in my Weight Watchers meetings to my friends (true ones) to my family members, all these people have helped me some kind of way. Whether it be some advice or a compliment; it all helps.

I really don't know how much total weight I want to lose. When I get to 50 pounds lost, I will decide from there. 50 pounds is a big number, but when I only have about 20 pounds left to go to get to 50 than which to me isn't a lot. However, it seems to be taking forever because I seem to be in maintainence.

I am keeping my fingers crossed. Happy Thursday Everyone!!!!!