July 01, 2009

Weigh-in Wednesday - Back to Square One

I'm back where I was two weeks ago - 130.8. That's down 1.8 pound from 132.6 last week. One thing I have gained in the past two weeks is determination. I will be in the 120s next week.

Last week I gained because I went crazy 3 days - that's almost half the week. This week I kept my head. Even though I indulged from time to time (a grilled cheese/Cheddar biscuit) I didn't go crazy.

Two weeks ago I told myself that since I was at 130, it would be okay to splurge. Those nachos I ate at the concert - 1000 calories! (I certainly didn't know it at the time), the soft serve ice cream was 480 calories, and one day I just had a free for all the entire day.

In my mind it was better to be okay with where I was, then being disappointed when I couldn't get below 130. One of those you can't fail if you don't try kinda things.

Here's where my thinking was faulty - my body doesn't see 129 as a landmark. To it, its just a pound lighter than where I am now. Its only my head that thinks getting into a new weight decade is a big deal.

So starting last Wednesday I resolved to not have my splurge days. That's not to say that I hit right on 1600 calories every day. I did, however, think about everything that went into my mouth. Counting the cost if you will.

I'm going to do that again this coming week. Honestly, hot dogs aren't that big of a calorie splurge. Including the bun they're only about 250 calories. If I limit myself to one (which shouldn't be hard since its one of Jay's favorite foods and he'll eat all the rest) and stick to fresh fruit otherwise, I won't have a problem this Independence Day.

Also, I'm adding two extra workout days to my schedule. Currently I run 3 days a week, do a weights class on two days, and am lazy on the other two days. This week I'm adding in a Pilates class (this afternoon - I'm excited for a little change). Also, Jay and I are going bike riding around Cades Cove (a 13 mile loop) Saturday morning.

This past Monday I had my quarterly assessment and it went great! I was measured about 7-8 weeks ago and in that time I've lost a total of 10 1/2 inches!! 1 1/2 or 1 1/4 inches on most of the upper body measurements, 3 1/2 on my lower stomach, but only 1/4 in each thigh. My workout buddy assures me that I have nothing left to lose up top, so its gonna have to kick in burning the fat in my legs now.

How'd you do this past week? Were you able to stay motivated?

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17 comments:

  1. That's awesome! And wow on your inches lost, that's amazing! That's the one thing I've learned over the last few weeks, how fast calories add up when I actually count them. It's really funny. Good luck this next week! I'm not worried about the 4th either, I was thinking I'd have a hotdog and some fruit too and it'll be all good. I'll prob skip the potato salad and chips and all that though! Good luck this week!!

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  2. Congrats on your loss this week! Woohoo!

    Isn't it crazy to look at the calories of stuff we noramlly don't eat. Amazing how we never realized why we were gaining weight before!

    Good luck in getting out of the 130's next week...you can do it!!!

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  3. Oooo, you're so close to the 120s, I bet you can almost TASTE it!!!! You'll do great this week!

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  4. WTG GIRLFRIEND!!! those inches numbers are amazing!!! keep it up!

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  5. You are losing INCHES?! That is superbly awesome. Way to go. I wish I had the time to dedicate to exercise like you are doing. I am doing good to squeeze in a 30-45 min workout AT HOME with children- fun, oh fun!

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  6. Brooke, I'm so proud of you. It sounds like your mindset is so strong right now.

    Calories do add up so fast, and it's so frustrating. I'm sure you'll do wonderfully over the holiday, and I just know you'll be seeing the 120s next week.

    HOLY COW on all those lost inches! That in itself has to be the best motivation EVER! Keep up the good work!

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  7. You've done great so far on our journey! And I'm amazed at how calorie consious you are. I think that's why I stay chucbby is I'm not focused enough on my calorie intake per say and more less just think I can eat things in small moderation. Earth to Serendipity, not all the time!

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  8. Congrats on your loss, and you are right splurging too many times will catch up!

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  9. Great job! You'll be in the 120's before you know it :)

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  10. Wow, the inches are amazing!!! Awesome job! I know you can hit the 120's next week! Stay strong girl!!!

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  11. Great job on the loss! And way to go adding a few more days to your workout schedule. And it doesn't sound like you've picked boring things to do. ;) Keep it up!!

    Oh, and go Team Navy!!

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  12. Great job friend! And WOW on the work out!! You go! I love your determination!!

    You.are.awesome. The End.

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  13. Holy moly! 10-1/2 inches? That is awesome! I admire your regular workout routine. That's a high level of commitment. Good luck this week!

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  14. Holy moly! 10-1/2 inches? That is awesome! I admire your regular workout routine. That's a high level of commitment. Good luck this week!

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  15. You are doing so great! Talk about losing - over 10 inches is more than awesome!! I love pilates so you should have a great time!! Have a great holiday weekend! Celebrate your independence.

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  16. You definitely have the best mindset! Best of luck this coming week. I loved Pilates and should look to incorporate into my routine again.

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