Lulu201's Back In Action Journal

[DoeWDW]

I know I didn't get on the scale this morning. I've been working out a lot too and the scale is going up instead of down. However my clothes are fitting better so I know I'm losing inches - why torture myself with the scale number when I know I've been exercising and eating (mostly) right. I've decided that I'm going to weigh and measure on Sundays always - and any other weigh ins during the week are optional. The measurements should help me see improvement even when the scale number doesn't.

Have you joined the tape measure club yet?? Get that tape measure out and use it!! I'm hoping it will give you the encouragement you need.

There are lots of other reasons for weight gain - most of them revolve around retaining water in one way or another, due to illness, stress, not drinking enough water.....

Hang in there, Erin! Do the things that you know are healthy for you and have faith.

 

[septbride2002]

Erin I think weighing yourself once a week is really the best plan that way you are not dealing with the day to day trial of the scale.

Some questions:

1) How is your salt intake? Could you be retaining water?
2) Is it close to your TOM and you could be bloated
3) With your work outs are you eating all of your AP's?


Don't give up! I've read that starting over after a break it might take longer for your body to react - just give yourself some time.

~Amanda

 

[toystoryduo]

Good morning, Erin

First of all, I want to thank you for your post in my journal yesterday. That verse helped me get through the day. Thanks!

About the scale thing... I agree with Amanda and Doe. I think that weighing yourself once a week is a good idea. I also think that measurements are a great idea! Often times, the scale has not gone down for me, but my measurements have and that encourages me to keep going. (Just like the Little Engine that Could... I think I can.... I think I can... I think I can... )

Erin, you are doing such a great job! You are exercising and making healthier food choices. You are evaluating your journey to good health and you are trusting in God to help you each step of the way. You are such an inspiration to me!

I hope that you have a wonderful day today! Remember... if the scale doesn't cooperate soon, the girls and I will be more than happy to kick it for you!

Take care Erin,
Tracy

 

[Strings]

Hi Erin,

Funny, when I was saying my prayers last night I included Marcia. I was wondering how she was doing. Sounds like you have a plan to try out. I hope it works for you. Lord knows I have plateaued. Of course, it might help if I would stay OP. Have a good day, and I hope you get tons accomplished. Your weekend sounds like fun.
Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

Dear WISH-sis Erin, I saw your comment in Amanda's journal that you and I must be related. Of course we're related, by God if not by blood. He meant for us to walk together on this healthy living road!!

I hope today finds you feeling peaceful and centered. I'm sure you're busy preparing for your weekend jaunt with DD. Have a wonderful time and a safe trip!

 

[lulu201]

Good morning. Today I'm celebrating 10 healthy living days in the month of August!



The plan as I know it:

1. Take vitamins.
2. Drink water.
3. Exercise--I walked 1.25 miles today. Took about 20 minutes.
4. Eat within the points. Today I'll have 22 TP, 1 AP, and many FP at my disposal. Breakfast was blueberry yogurt with kashi (3), plus coffee (1)=4. Lunch will be a chicken tender salad with blue cheese dressing at 11. Dinner will be at the studio between lessons: pb sandwich on lite bread (5), fruit (1), and veggies (0).
Dessert will be a skinny cow when I get home (2). If I eat as planned, I won't need any flex.

Today my body is reminding me that I'm 42 and not 22. I had planned on walking 5 miles this morning, but last night I began to have some aches in my left hip. The old grey mare. . .you know the rest. Anyway, I haven't had a rest day since Monday, so today is pretty much it. The 1.25 walk will have to be sufficient.
I wanted to get in the habit of 6 days on, Sunday off, but I may have to adjust that. Since I'm going away this weekend, I won't have any chance to do any long walks anyway. . . I'll see if the mile or two I grab here and there will be rest enough.

This morning the scale was back down to 166. Looks like I'd had too much salt somewhere, just like you all suggested could be the case. I don't know if I can only weigh in once a week. I'll have to give that some more thought. I know that, for me, the important thing is staying with the program and abstaining from compulsive stress-related eating, so (in theory) the scale shouldn't matter at all. Last night in bed I thought, "what if I just keep staying within the guidelines of the program, refrained from binging and lost maybe 2-4 lbs. a month. Wouldn't that be enough?" And the truth is, I felt like it would be enough. So why do I have to hold on to weighing myself daily like it's a security blanket?

I guess it's because when I've NOT weighed myself in the past--whether for a couple of days or several weeks--I've gained weight like crazy. The only time I've not weighed myself is when my eating has been out of control. Could I actually maintain control without the scale as an indicator of success??????Maybe I just need to be able to weigh myself and not have a hissy fit if it's up a bit. Hmmm, .

OK, I got out the tape measure again. I DO listen to you guys, you know.

Bust--40
Chest--35
Waist--30.5
Hips--41
Thigh--23.5
Upper arm--11.5

I'll take my measurements again the beginning of September.

Tomorrow I leave for my little weekend trip. Hopefully my home and business won't be washed away while I'm gone. We're supposed to be on the look out for flooding. I asked DH if he wanted me to stay home just in case and he said no, DD and I should go. I won't ask again.

I'm wondering if I can stay OP while I'm gone. I think I can. I just feel so much better while I'm OP--less stressed about the whole eating thing. Like Amanda in her journal today, I wonder why I ever go off the program when I feel so much better on it!
I was feeling a little bored yesterday with my food choices and was just thinking how great it would be to eat some more exciting food (like buttered popcorn )when I realized that it's my responsibility to make my food choices more interesting instead of whining to myself that I'm restricted! I guess I'll have to open a cookbook once in awhile . . .

Guess I've covered every possible topic for a Thursday. Better go clean. . .

to all. Thanks for your support and advice,
Erin

 

[Strings]

Hi Erin,

I am wondering about the same thing. We are going on vacation next week. I am not sure if I will be OP or not. I have faith that you will find a way to be op. You can always save your flex for vacation. I hope you have a fabulous time, and don't worry about flooding. DH can handle things. You have been doing some major miles in the last week or so. Rest your joints.

Have a safe journey, and have a ton of fun.
Beth

 

[Auntmeme]

Good Friday morning Erin

I love reading your philosophical questions, makes me stop & ponder and helps me throughout the day

You're doing great- the scale is down, your walking, healthy food choices and a weekend getaway - boy life is grand I don't think we will get too much flooding - do you live near a creek? where is our sunshine the end of summer and my tan is fading

When you return on monday, check your calendar and see if you have any dates open for a longggg walk. I'd love to buddy up and get in at least a 5-7 miler, are you game?????

Have a fun filled trip

 

[DoeWDW]

Hi Erin!

I hope all went well with your trip and that you enjoyed spending time with your family!

Sending good thoughts your way!

 

[Strings]

Hi Erin,

I'm just dropping by to say hi. I hope the girl's weekend was relaxing.
Beth

 

[lulu201]

Hey, everyone, let's hear it for 11 Healthy Days in August!



I was on program all day Thursday, but fell totally apart on Friday. I know that I have to be strong on my own, but when everyone else wanted to go to Friendly's and have sundaes, I just figured "if you can't beat 'em, join 'em!" I have no backbone whatsoever! Oh well. We had a great time visiting my sister and mom, but I can't say it was relaxing--we spent hours in the car every day--but it was fun.

Now tomorrow DH and I are leaving for our "20th Anniversay Get-a-way!" The house is almost presentable for my DMIL; when it is, I'll heave a sigh of relief! It's been a couple of years since we've been away just us.

So, everybody, I'll check in with y'all on Wednesday. Know that I'm thinking about you even if I'm not on the WISH.

MeMe, we'll figure out something when I get back, OK? I'd love to walk some weekday morning. I'll be at the shore all next week so maybe the week of the 30th?

Bye,
Erin

 

[Auntmeme]

Have a wonderful time Love is in the air!

Talk when you get back

 

[septbride2002]

Have a great trip Erin and enjoy the alone time with your dh!


~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

DH and I celebrated 19 years of marriage yesterday (8/17). I hope you enjoyed your get-away!! Couple-time is so important!

I'm guessing that you'll be back to reality tomorrow - best wishes for a smooth re-entry back into the routine.

 

[toystoryduo]

Hi Erin

Happy 20th Anniversary! I hope you had a wonderful weekend!

Have a great week!
Tracy

P.S. I am sending you a PM.

 

[lulu201]

Hi, everybody! Thanks for all your good wishes. I appreciate the love and kindness you send to me! DH and I had a nice time--it was good to be together.

Now I've moved on to getting an early birthday party ready for DD tomorrow. We're doing all the prep work TODAY! We've been running around since 7:30--shopping and ordering. It's fun and crazy! Hopefully we'll pull it off.

I've got healthy living in the back of my mind, but to tell you the truth, I'm just kind of riding the wave right now. I know I'll get back to my exercise and healthier eating. . .today's goals are just to drink water and take my vitamins.

I'm due at work in a little bit, so I've got to go get ready. Even though I'm not posting to everyone, you're in my thoughts and prayers.

Bye!
Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

Best wishes for a wonderful party for DD!! Looks like the weather will be perfect!

I liked your realistic goals yesterday - just water and vitamins. It's fine to acknowledge that life is hectic and do what you can. I think water and vitamins would be perfect goals for today too, since you'll be busy with the party!

Sending , thoughts and a your way!

 

[septbride2002]

I'm glad to hear that you and dh had a good time! Enjoy the birthday party this weekend!

~Amanda

 

[toystoryduo]

Hi Erin!

Thanks for the PM! I hope you have a wonderful weekend! Enjoy the birthday party!!! to your DD!

Take care,
Tracy

 

[Strings]

Hi Erin,

I'm just popping in to say HI. I hope the party went well, and that you had a relaxing time on the shore.
Beth