Jean's New Life, New Journal Thread

[AuroraluvsPhillip]

Hi everyone!

Since my old journal disappeared, I decided to start a new one...I will have to edit my signature for a new weight loss goal.
2005 was a tough year for me. I got divorced, moved to a new place, lost my mom to lung cancer in a matter of weeks, and sent my firstborn off to college...talk about stress!

So I recommitted to my health. I realize that being healthy is important for me now that I'm on my own. I need to stay strong for myself and my kids. So now I do weights with a personal trainer 3 times a week and I do 30-50 minutes of jog/walking on the treadmill after. It's expensive, but knowing that I have an appointment to work out is the motivation I need right now; otherwise, I think I'd sit home and be sad all the time. Exercise is mental therapy for me and helps with the depression.

Another issue is my eating. I know I'm taking in too many calories and that's why the scale hasn't budged, even though I've been exercising regularly since February. ( Although my body fat % has decreased slightly and I'm down one size...muscles, woo-hoo!!! ) I do what I can though. Maybe I'll try some of the WISH Challenges for motivation.

Thanks for reading and for the support. Sometimes I really feel all alone now and have no one to "dump" on since my mom died...she was always a big support. Then I thought of all my WISH friends and decided that a new journal would be therapeutic for me.

Hope everyone has a healthy day today!
Jean

 

[toystoryduo]

Hi Jean! Back!!!!

It's good to see you posting again! I'm so sorry to hear that 2005 was a tough year for you.

I'm kind of in the same boat in regards to weight loss... I've been doing pretty well when it comes to exercising, but when it comes to eating...... (That smilie says it all! )

I'm glad that you decided to come back and hang out with your WISH buddies. You CAN do this Jean!! We are here to cheer you on to VICTORY!

Have a great Wednesday!

~Tracy

 

[eeyore25]

Hi there,

Sorry to hear that 2005 was a rough year...that is too bad that you lost your mother

You are doing a wonderful job working out. You will lose the pounds that you want...I know you can do it!!!

Keep up the good work!

Have a great day

 

[AuroraluvsPhillip]

Thanks Tracy and eeyore25 for posting in my journal. I am on vacation now so hopefully I can read some more journals and get to know people.

I took my old WISH clippie off because it was outdated. I really don't know how much weight I have to lose really. I didn't even buy a scale when I moved, probably a good thing! Last year when I was running/jogging consistently, I got down to low 140's, fitting easily into sz 10. After my mom died, I was too depressed to do anything and I let my exercise go...it was probably the worst thing I could have done but honestly, just shaving my legs and getting to work every day and getting my son packed for college was about all I could deal with.

Now I weigh about 153...this is after 4 months of consistent strength training 3 days a week. I'm getting muscle definition, especially upper body, and I'm stronger, which is great, but I wish I could get down to around 140-145 again. I need to drop inches in my waist and hips too. I probably need to ramp up the cardio and get in at least an hour most days of the week. Well, I'm on vacation this week, so I will try to get on that treadmill/elliptical a little more!

Hope everyone has a great day! Keep moving! I'm off to clean my house!

Jean

 

[toystoryduo]

Hey Jean!

First of all.... Yeah for vacation time! Do you have anything special or fun planned for you this week? I hope it is a wonderfully relaxing week for you.

I am so glad you came back to WISH! I know that you will make the goals that you set for yourself. You CAN do this Jean and we are cheering you on to victory!

Have a great Wednesday!

~Tracy

P.S. I'm sending you a PM.....

 

[goldcupmom]

A Belated Welcome Back, Jean! Hope your weekend went well and you have a good week this coming week!