Memba Me?
Hi there. I do still exist. I’ve been very bad and lax with my dieting. I did so good for so long and then I just been lazy. Not counting my points, eating a little of things I’m not supposed to etc. The result? I’ve gained 8 lbs. So instead of a 48lb loss I’ve lost 40 since August. I know I know. Stupid me. I’m on vacation this week and one of my plans is to re motivate myself and get back into being a loser.
Wish me luck!
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I won’t lie
I won’t lie…my weight loss has been a struggle for a few weeks now. I am going to blame it on the weather and this time of year. I know I should blame myself though. The last two weeks I gained (total of 1.4lbs) Which is not bad really and I’m still proud of my progress thus far. I have been so busy at work and home, my stress level has been above the bar and I just have not been as strict as I should be. I have still not fallen off the wagon and reverted back to my old eating habits, but I’m not 100% on like I was when I started. My plan, is to begin walking again in March (since it should be getting darker later and I hope warming up!).
I am confident enough that I know I will get back into my routine. After all, summer is coming!
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New Photo
I have a new progress photo up. I didn’t lose or gain this past week. I’m still at my 48lb total. I’ll take that. Still more to go obviously but I’m doing good. Slow and steady wins the race!
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Updating my stats
Sorry about the lack of updates, I have been super swamped at work and at home and have not had much time to update things here.
As of Friday, Feb 1 I have lost a total of 48.2 pounds. I had a small gain for two weeks in a row then a loss this past week. I am now in a size 16 or 18 jean, depending on the brand. I’m in a 14/16 top or XL.
Tuesday is my next appointment to get my blood work to check how my diabetes is going. They will check my A1C and I’m hoping its down even further from the last time.
I feel great. People say I look great…I thank them and say well I do have more to go on this journey. With crappy winter weather, I have not had much time to get any walking in. I’m looking forward to spring so that I can get that part of my daily routine back. I’m anxious to see what size I will be in for the summer. Regardless of what that is, I feel fantastic and am happy that I am on this journey to a healthier me.
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Body For Life
Body for Life was developed by a man named Bill Phillips, whose company, EAS, makes nutritional supplements for fitness buffs. Body for Life encompasses a fitness regimen to change the body to the shape you want it to be.
The Body for Life system has exercise at its heart. A mix of weight training and aerobic exercise will increase metabolism and keep the body burning fat, even when it is at rest. People using the Body for Life regimen exercise six days a week, alternating between a day of weights and a day of aerobics. They start off slow and increase the intensity to a peak level. Once the peak level is reached they gradually slow back down again during each session. Whew!
Body for Life also encourages the use of supplements and multivitamins. The foods you eat along with a multivitamin will provide vitamins and minerals that your body needs. You must be careful using supplements however. Adding too much of a good thing to your system can very quickly becomes a bad thing. Too much of a nutrient can have side effects that are harmful to the body. Supplements should not be taken unless a doctor gives the okay.
In addition to the exercise portion of this system, the foods eaten need to be optimal in order to lose weight and get in shape. The Body for Life diet follows general guidelines for eating habits. Lean cuts of meat and fish provide the protein our bodies need. Since vegetables are low in fat and calories, they can be eaten as often as you want. Each meal is divided between protein and carbohydrates with without a lot of fat.
Dieters eat six small meals a day as opposed to three bigger meals. Eating more often keeps the body’s metabolism high. Carbohydrates like potatoes and rice are recommended. With all of the exercise you will be doing, you will need all of the energy that you can get. Portion control is the key to having the right balance of food on your plate at each meal.
The program is designed to run for twelve weeks. Exercise sessions should last at least forty-five minutes per day. For those who find it difficult to find the time, morning sessions may be the least intrusive than afternoon or evenings. Simple exercises like walking, running, jogging, and elliptical training work well because it is easy to vary the intensity of the workout when needed.
If plenty of exercise is not a problem for you, then this plan has your name written all over it. You will be hungrier because of the increased activity so it is more important to control portions to avoid overeating. According to the plan, if you can handle the hectic schedule for just twelve weeks, you can remake your body and your life.
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