Hello Everyone, wow how this group has grown. I made a list of names just to keep track. If anyone wants to add their names to their posts, that might help us to keep track.
Neveragain: Oh yeah the willpower (or lack thereof) I have soooo been there. I hate to workout but once I do, I really do feel better. I just bought a new workout playlist for the ipod so i am hoping that will help this week. (biggest loser workout volumn 3 and biggest loser 70's Disco hits)
Rainie: Happy Birthday (soon) it is a hard time especially since I like to celebrate the whole Birthday MONTH. It's easy to overdo so enjoy on your bday and keep it to that. You know you will get back on track the next day. Thanks for the conversion site, I have just as much trouble figuring out kilos
Olivia: I agree the pumpkin seeds are healthier than say macadamia nuts! I think pumpkin seeds have the good fat, so don't beat yourself up too much. I also am a late night eater, especially when everyone else is in bed and can't see me. This week I am telling myself that I can't eat in the family room (where the main TV is) I can only eat at the table. I need to break the habit of eating by the TV. It seems we can eat and eat without being conscious of what we are doing. Maybe this would help you at night. Is there a hobby or something that you could do to keep your hands busy, maybe that would also help. As far as the gym, mine is a yearly fee or $5 if you pay by the day. I need the variety to keep me going. I add swimming to my workout and they have a good lap pool. Do you have 24 hour Fitness Gyms there? I know they are less expensive.
Melissa, I admire your strength, you have been through so much. That would have given me license to go off the deep end and you are moving forward. There will always be struggles and it doesn't help that food makes us feel soooooo good (temporarily) Hang in there, you are strong!
Meece001: Welcome, nice to meet you here. I hope you find the encouragement and strength here to help you to drop those pounds. I've been where you are and I know you can do it. Just wait till you get back home, you'll look and feel great!
Sorry to go on and on. It is great getting to know everyone. I had a great day yesterday. No cheating and it sure felt good! I even made one of my favorite dinners for the family but I stuck to my plan. I feel like I am getting back in control. For me it is a daily thing. I know I can do this for one day at a time. I can't allow myself to get all worried about tomorrows food. Focus on today!!! Well I did weigh in and much to my surprise, I lost a few pounds. Now I know I can move forward. Every little bit of this helps, the working out, eating better and positive attitude. Thanks for listening. Now I just have to face going to the gym first thing in the morning (5:30 am) yuk !!!! I will go to bed on time tonight, that will surely help. Have a great day everyone and I promise not to be too long winded tomorrow.
Starting weight on 9/28: 170 lbs or 77 kgm
week 3 weigh in: 166 lbs or 75 kgm
Nothing tastes as good as looking good feels!!
(well there are times I don't believe that statement since there is some really great food out there!!!!!
Tricia