Thirty days til goal.

[pjlla]

Tuesday evening:

Second part of dinner:
1 pc. of DS's homemade fish sticks {1}
1 svg. mango {1}

Evening snack:
hot drink {1}
choco. bran muffin {1}
almonds and cashews (weighed) {2}

Total points for Tuesday: 17.5

Exercise: 85 minutes


WEDNESDAY:

Breakfast:
hot drink {1}
1/2 C Stonyfield Farms fat-free vanilla yogurt {2}
1/3 svg. Special K lowfat granola {1}
1 pineapple spear {.5}

Exercise: 40 minutes (so far)

I am feeling TOTALLY uninspired to get any more exercise done.... I had to push just to get in that 40 minutes, but I am leaving my exercise clothes, my ankle weights, and my weight belt on in an attempt to push myself to do a bit more later.

I have been trying to read bits and pieces of my BL Success Stories book to keep myself motivated to keep moving. My exercise motivation has been severely lacking lately. I think I'm just really bored with what I do. Even running isn't inspiring, although I have been getting better and better times each week. But I just am not loving it. I don't look forward to it.. I dread it. I think I need to find an exercise/activity that I really look forward to and love doing... maybe some sort of sport or dance?

On with my day................P

 

[lisah0711]

I am feeling TOTALLY uninspired to get any more exercise done.... I had to push just to get in that 40 minutes, but I am leaving my exercise clothes, my ankle weights, and my weight belt on in an attempt to push myself to do a bit more later.

I have been trying to read bits and pieces of my BL Success Stories book to keep myself motivated to keep moving. My exercise motivation has been severely lacking lately. I think I'm just really bored with what I do. Even running isn't inspiring, although I have been getting better and better times each week. But I just am not loving it. I don't look forward to it.. I dread it. I think I need to find an exercise/activity that I really look forward to and love doing... maybe some sort of sport or dance?

On with my day................P

I can so totally relate on the exercise thing, pjlla. Are there some classes that you could try at the Y while you are there with DD's swimming practice? Too bad chaffeuring people doesn't count as exercise because you've got that one down!

I was reading about someone on in the Spark who said that she tried a new exercise class every few weeks and that she tried lots of different things, even things she thought she would never like, just to keep it different and interesting. Remember PRINCESS VIJA? She got her black belt after losing weight for the BLs. Is that anything that would interest you? What about a yoga class or swimming?

I am sure that you will find what will work for you, it is just a matter of time. Remember, you didn't figure out the food thing quickly, the exercise thing is probably the same way. I'll be listening to see what works for you because this area can always use improvement in my life.

 

[pjlla]

I can so totally relate on the exercise thing, pjlla. Are there some classes that you could try at the Y while you are there with DD's swimming practice? Too bad chaffeuring people doesn't count as exercise because you've got that one down!

I was reading about someone on in the Spark who said that she tried a new exercise class every few weeks and that she tried lots of different things, even things she thought she would never like, just to keep it different and interesting. Remember PRINCESS VIJA? She got her black belt after losing weight for the BLs. Is that anything that would interest you? What about a yoga class or swimming?

I am sure that you will find what will work for you, it is just a matter of time. Remember, you didn't figure out the food thing quickly, the exercise thing is probably the same way. I'll be listening to see what works for you because this area can always use improvement in my life.

I am really hesitant to take a group class at the Y. Guess I am afraid of looking ________________(fill in the blank... old, fat, clumsy, weak) in front of a big group. The circuit class I am doing because I kind of got roped into it by one of the trainers that I see regularly in the Fitness room. I am enjoying it, but it is a very small informal group. I should look at some other classes.... they offer many... Bosu ball, step, Zumba, etc. I wouldn't really mind swimming, but the pool is obviously being used by the swim team when I am there.... plus I'm not sure I would be comfortable in a swim suit in front of all of those swim parents/kids that I know!!

When I see them boxing on the BL show, it looks very appealing to me, but I've never seen anything like that a the Y. Maybe I should ask if they have it at the Downtown branch.

Anyhow, I'll keep plugging along for now. But thanks for the encouragement.


Wednesday lunch:

Spinach salad with tomato, cukes, yellow peppers {0}
2 Tb. (measured) Paul Newman's light balsamic vinagrette {1}
1 svg. Fiesta Salsa bake (leftovers) {4}
1 lt. seltzer {0}

........................P

 

[pjlla]

Wednesday:

Afternoon snack:
mini-Luna bar {1}
handful of muddy buddies I made for DS (had to test it!) {1}
1 lt. Seltzer {0}

Dinner:
1 whole wheat wrap {1}
1 Vegan Boca Burger {1}
1/2 100 cal pack guacamole {1}
few Tb. fat free refried beans {1}
tomatoes/ grilled peppers {0}
broccoli {0}
seltzer {0}

That leaves me about 3.5 points for an evening snack. Not sure what it will be yet.............P

 

[pjlla]

Wednesday evening snack

hot drink {1}
microwave caramel apple popcorn {2}
3 small malted milk balls {1}
handful of muddy buddies {1} (gotta ignore that stuff...it could be trouble!)

Total points for Wednesday: 20.5

YUP.... I went over my points by a bit. I had forgotten about the Muddy buddies when DS brought me the malted milk balls from his "stash" (he thought he was being kind and generous ). Thought I had a point to spare. oh well. And I never got in the other 20 minutes of exercise like I should have. Even though it was a nice day, I never made it outside to run or walk. Just feeling totally uninspired to move.

But today is a new day! I did 30 minutes on the TM with a 2 lb. weight belt, 5 lb. ankle weights, and I alternated between full incline and using hand weights while walking, so it was a good workout with SWEAT! That was to make up for yesterday. Tonight's circuit training class at the Y will be today's workout.

Thursday breakfast:

hot drink {1}
3 egg whites {1} scrambled with
onions/peppers {0}
100 calorie english muffin {1}
ICBINB spray {0}

So far, so good. Try to stay to 16 points or less today because of weigh-in tomorrow. Again, no sneak peeks at the scale this week, so I'm truly not sure where I will be. I felt HORRIBLY bloated and "full" earlier this week due to ovulation and overeating on Sunday night and the feeling has NOT totally passed. Hopefully it won't show up on the scale. (See, I'm already making excuses!! ) ........................P

 

[pjlla]

Thursday lunch:

broccoli {0}
homemade fish sticks (DS didn't like them much) {4}
1 lt. seltzer {0}


Going to top off my lunch with some Advil to try to alleviate this headache.....P

 

[pjlla]

Evening all

 

[pjlla]

Evening all! Just catching up.

Thursday dinner:

Seltzer {0}
2 oz. canned tuna {1}
1 Tb. Paul Newman's light bals. ving.dressing {.5}
Sandwich Thin {1}
1/4 C fat free Stonyfield Farms vanilla yogurt {1}
1/2 pear {.5}

Evening snack:

hot drink {1}
1/2 100 cal english muffin {.5}
1 Tb. chocolate peanut butter {1.5}

Exercise: 111 minutes today

Total points for today: 15.

I'm working tomorrow so I won't be around much to catch things up. I'll try to post my weight loss/gain in the morning after I weigh in! Hopefully it is all good news!.................P

 

[pjlla]

Morning all. Things were scary on the scale this morning. I was up one pound and I DON'T KNOW WHY! I'm very frustrated.

I don't really have time to talk more. BBL..............P

 

[pjlla]

Just a moment to jump on here and catch things up. I am totally disgusted and frustrated and MAD about the 1 pound gain. My biggest challenge over the next few days will be to not give in to that anger and EAT!! I've got to try hard to remember the broken dish analogy and the flat tire analogy. It will do me NO GOOD to shoot out my other tires!! I wrote more about my frustration over on the BL challenge thread.

Friday morning weight.... 137.6 up one pound.

Friday breakfast:

1/2 C Stonyfield Farm fat free vanilla yogurt {2}
1/3 serving (weighed) Special K lowfat granola {1}
1/4 banana {.5}
1/2 svg. mango {.5}
hot drink {1}

Morning snack:
Mango {1}

Packed Lunch:
1/2 C red rice {2}
broccoli {0}
1 svg lowfat shredded cheese {2}
plum {1}
mini Luna bar {1} (will only eat it if I still feel hungry)
1 lt. seltzer {0}


Dinner is not planned yet, but if I have time I may run through Subway to get sandwiches for all of us (assuming that DS will at least TRY a ham sandwich... he usually only eats meatball but has to avoid that this week because of his special diet). I am attending a jewelery party tonight and the biggest challenge will be avoiding all of the baked goodies and such that I know will be present.

BBL to chat (I hope).................P

 

[pjlla]

I ended up feeling really lousy at work today. Stomach pain and just really droopy and lethargic. Fortunately I was able to have an easy day and then leave 45 minutes early. I took a short nap (super unusual for me) and had some caffeine and I am feeling a bit better. I am attending a Lia Sophia party tonight... I'm not dying to go buy jewelry, but this is a nice group of ladies and I rarely socialize, so I am kind of looking forward to it.

I opted to skip today's workout, which is extremely rare for me. But I think my body is trying to tell me ENOUGH and an extra day off may help in the long run. If I am feeling okay over the weekend, I may add a Sunday workout to make up for today though.

Friday afternoon snack:

big handful of pretzels..(my sore stomach was craving salty and crunchy) {2}
small piece of chocolate {1}
iced coffee with splash of skim milk {0}

Friday dinner:

Sandwich thin {1}
1 svg. Hormel All Natural honey ham {1}
1 tsp. Dijonnaise mustard {0}
1/4 svg of Bolthouse Farms Vedge juice {0}

Not sure what kind of goodies I will encounter tonight. I am planning... right here and now... to indulge in 2 half portions of whatever sweet looks the best.... no cheese and crackers, no chips. Fruit and/or veggies if offered. No more than one glass of wine, if it is one I really like. Otherwise I will stick to coffee, diet soda, seltzer, or water. Now I have made my plan and made it public. That is the KEY to sticking to it with me! I'll report back tonight or tomorrow and let you know how it went!.............P

 

[pjlla]

Friday evening, party food: (I stuck to my plan!! )

cucumber, grape tomatoes, carrots {0}
melon, grapes {2}

Friday night snack at home:

hot beverage {1}
microwave popcorn {2}

Total points for Friday: 23

Exercise: None.... opted to rest.

Saturday morning:

Exercise: 8 am: 4 mi run, 40 minutes plus 2 minute warm up stretch and 5 minute cool down stretch

Breakfast:

2 Fiberone pancakes with cinnamon {3}
7 g (measured) of walnuts {1}
light syrup {1}
hot beverage {1}


I will be packing a lunch to carry along to today's swim meet. Speaking of that, I gotta run or we will be late!! ..........................P

 

[pjlla]

Happy Sunday Morning!

Saturday Lunch: (on the way to the swim meet)

1/2 C fatfree vanilla yogurt {2}
1/4 C Fiberone cereal {.5}
1 banana {2}

Snacks: (eaten through the afternoon)

pretzels {2}
mango pieces {1}
carrots {0}
seltzer {0}

Dinner at Applebee's:

1 wonton taco (not sure about pts... will look it up later) {?3}
house salad (removed cheese and bacon bits... ick) {0}
WW salad dsg on the side {1}
Cajun lime tilapia with rice and broccoli {6}

Evening snack at home:
decaf with skim {0}
1 tollhouse cookie {4}

Total points for Saturday: 27.5


Sunday

Breakfast: 1/2 svg of hot brown rice cereal {1.5}
sprinkle of brown sugar, Splenda and splash of milk {.25}
Vitatop Cran-bran muffin {1}
hot beverage {1}

I weighed myself this morning after eating OVER my daily points for two days.... and I was down 1.2pounds!! Unbelievable! Well, that's it for today so far!.........................P

 

[cclovesdis]

Congrats on the loss! It sounds like you are set to have a great week!

 

[pjlla]

Congrats on the loss! It sounds like you are set to have a great week!

Thanks... I hope it hangs around until Friday so I can "officially" count it!

Sunday lunch:

4 oz. canned tuna, drained {2}
1 Tb. (measured) Paul Newman's dsg {.5}
lettuce/bell peppers {0}
2 small whole grain tortilla wraps {1}
1 lt. seltzer {0}


Snack:

few mouthfuls of Vedge juice {0}
green tea with Splenda {0}
handful of muddy buddies rolleyes1) {1}
7 cashews {1}

Dinner:

grilled pork {4}
about 1/2 C mashed parsnips {1}
1/2 svg. hot rice cereal with butter blend {2}
roasted cauliflower with EVOO {1}
1 lt. seltzer

Exercise today: 120 minutes

I have a few points left to play with for a snack during Amazing Race tonight. Not sure if I will splurge on a homemade tollhouse cookie or not. The one I had last night was AMAZINGLY yummy... but one cookie doesn't last long. I'll have to think about it.

I feel GREAT that I got so much exercise in today. It was a GREAT walk with plenty of big hills. But honestly, I left my exercise clothes on and I feel like I could go again! Too bad it is dark out now!

See you tomorrow..........P

 

[pjlla]

Morning all!!

Sunday night:

2 Twizzlers {1}
Skinny Cow single serve ice cream cup {3}
drizzle of chocolate and marshmallow syrup {2}

TOTAL points for Sunday: 24



Monday
Breakfast:

scant 1/2 C fatfree vanilla yogurt {2}
1/4 C Fiberone cereal {.5}
1/2 pear {.5}
hot beverage {1}

morning snack:

decaf with skim milk {0}

Lunch:

salad greens, tomato, cucumber, bell pepper {0}
2 Tb. Paul Newman's light Asian dsg. {1}
1 svg. Hormel's All natural honey ham {1}
1 lt. seltzer {0}
2 Wasa crackers {1}
1 wedge LC cheese {1}
1 pear {1}


No exercise yet! Busy morning!...............P

 

[pjlla]

Time to play catch-up!

Monday continued

a.m. snack:

decaf coffee with skim {0}
(feeling very hungry and shaky by 10 am)

Lunch:
salad with romaine, spinach, cucumber, tomato, peppers {0}
2 Tb. Paul Newman's dressing {1}
1 svg. Hormel all natural ham {1}
2 Wasa crackers {1}
LC cheese wedge {1}
1 pear {1}
1 lt. seltzer {0}
(ate lunch at 1 pm... very hungry by this point)

afternoon snack:

scoop of dinner veggies to try them {0}
mini-Luna bar {1}

Dinner:

(homemade shrimp and veggie lo mein)
4 oz. shrimp marinated in a bit of teriyaki and soy {2}
2 oz. whole wheat linguine {3}
sauteed veggies {0}
EVOO and marinades {1}

Evening snack:

pear {1}
hot beverage {1}
choco. bran muffin {1}
1 tsp. Nutella {1}

TOTAL points for Monday: 20

Exercise: 25 minutes (the day got away from me!!)


TUESDAY

Breakfast:

hot beverage + Benefiber {1}
apple cinnamon instant oatmeal {2}
Vitamuffin Top cran/bran {1}

am snack:
baby carrots {0}

Lunch:
leftover lo mein {5}
pear {1}
1 lt. seltzer {0}

afternoon snack:
hot beverage + Benefiber {1}

Dinner:
1 Boca vegan burger {1}
small smear ketchup, mustard {0}
1 light whole wheat roll {1}
1 slice of real American cheese {2}
salad (greens, tom, cuke, peppers) {0}
1 Tb. Paul Newman's dsg {.5}

Evening snack:

Tootsie pop (at the Y ) {1}
1/2 pear {.5}
Skinny Cow ice cream sandwich {3} made into a sundae with
drizzle of choc syrup and marshmallow topping {1}
2 Twizzlers {1}

TOTAL points for Tuesday: 21

Exercise: 70 minutes at the Y

I know that is looks like a waste of calories/points to have the Twizzlers at the end of the day... especially since I already that that stupid Tootsie pop earlier.... but I wanted to get in one more point and they were handy (of course, so was fruit... but any how....). I didn't totally enjoy them as much as I thought... should have had another pear!

It is a mental struggle to be sure that I am eating a FULL 20 points PLUS a little more most days. I have worked for TWO YEARS on getting my appetite and eating under control and eating as little as possible to get by many days... so to be forcing in a few last points at the end of the day is a mental battle. I could have easily ended yesterday at anywhere from 17-19 points and been okay. But I really want to give this "eating more" a full try for a few weeks. I will DEFINITELY be sure to spend my points on healthier items most days though... I guess the TOM cravings really got to me yesterday and I ended the day eating mostly JUNK FOOD!

I am struggling with my exercise motivation today. I got in 50 minutes, but it was certainly not the most challenging 50 minutes. And now it is almost 11 am and the day is getting away from me, so probably not much more time to try to improve on that exercise. oh well.

Wednesday:

Breakfast:

hot beverage + Benefiber {1}
3 egg whites {1}
sauteed peppers and spinach {0}
full bowl of steamed broccoli, cauliflower, carrots {0}
1/2 svg (14 g) of shredded lowfat mozzarella {1}

Lunch:

Dinner:

Not sure yet... will update these spots later!!

Belly pain that I experienced last Friday has not returned. Felt it a bit over the weekend, but have felt pretty normal since Monday........P

 

[pjlla]

Well... I worked a lot at the end of this past week and didn't make the time to keep this journal up to date.

I am feeling SUPER DUPER frustrated about the scale and there is no WAAY on this planet I will be hitting my goal within the 30 days. So I am saying good-bye to this journal for now. It was just one more thing to take up my time and obviously didn't help much.

Thanks to those who came on with encouragement. I really appreciate it and I will see you over at the BL thread............P