Monday, January 30, 2012

Weighing In - Week Thirty One

I started a new job on Monday. I think the stress of starting over after 17 years and the longer commute may have contributed to my less than stellar results this week. Eating lunch out every day may have been a factor, too. My commute is longer and I'm getting home later, which makes it harder to fit in my evening exercise. I only managed three workouts for the week - unless you count the 5 block walk from bus stop to office.

I'm hoping to get used to my new schedule quickly so I can get back into a routine of packing a (nutritous) lunch 3-4 days and exercising at least 4 days each week. I'm also going to search for the pedometer that I know I have - somewhere - and wear it to work so I can see just how much distance I'm traveling. That has to count for something. Right?

My numbers for the week:
Pounds lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  +0.4
Total weight loss:  15.2
Inches lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -0
Total inches lost:  26.5

Where do I get my best motivation?  From you and from my friends at the Empty the Junk from the Trunk group on Facebook. Stop by and check it out.

My current motivation:  Cute new clothes (smaller size) to go with the cute shoes and purse I bought over the weekend. 

Monday, January 23, 2012

Weighing In - Week Thirty

I just celebrated my last week at my job. And I do mean celebrated. Lunches out with friends - Mexican and Italian. Celebratory bottles of wine and skipping regular workouts (only did three).

So, why is it that I still lost weight? I'm not complaining. I just don't understand.

One of my super-healthy friends tells me that it's because the muscle that I've been building is burning more calories. I've never experienced this phenomenon before, and doubted its existence. Maybe I was wrong. Either way, I'll take my 1 pound weight-loss, and smile about it.

My numbers for the week:
Pounds lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -1.0
Total weight loss:  15.6
Inches lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -0
Total inches lost:  26.5

Where do I get my best motivation?  From you and from my friends at the Empty the Junk from the Trunk group on Facebook. Stop by and check it out.

My current motivation:  Life changes, and so should my health - in a good way! Now that I've started a new job, I need to get my schedule figured out so that I can still do my (almost) daily workouts. I'll let you know how that goes.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Weighing In - Week Twenty Nine

I only made a little progress this week.  Maybe it's the weekend snacking or maybe I'm adding muscle.  I worked out 5 days in a row, y'all!  I think that's a record for me.  I'm really rockin' level 3 of the 30 Day Shred now.  I love this workout, but I'm afraid that I will get bored with it after a while, so I'm in the market for a new challenge. If you know of any really awesome videos, please share!

I went clothes shopping on Sunday, and didn't find much.  I bought a jacket, a pair of slacks and a coat. There wasn't much to choose from in the three stores I visited. Looks like they are clearing out the winter clothes to make room for spring fashions. Oh well, I guess that means I'll be visiting some other stores next weekend.  Gotta dress for success!

My numbers for the week:
Pounds lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -0.6
Total weight loss:  14.6
Inches lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -0
Total inches lost:  26.5

Where do I get my best motivation?  From you and from my friends at the Empty the Junk from the Trunk group on Facebook. Stop by and check it out.

My current motivation:  Buying a new wardrobe for my new job... in a smaller size!  Still shopping, so this hasn't changed.  ;) 

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Weighing In - Week Twenty Eight

I have decided that 2012 is going to be my year. The year that I get back to a healthy weight, take the time to enjoy my new camera, and make that career change I've been hoping for.

I've started reversing the damage from the holidays.  I worked out 4 times during the week (one more than my goal) and lost 2 pounds and 1/2 inch. Since it was the first week of the new year, I decided to move up to level 3 of the 30 Day Shred. It's hard, but I surprised myself by being able to do all the moves. Of course I'm doing the beginner version, and I sometimes have to stop in the middle to rest for a few seconds... but I'm doing it and it feels great!

Those slacks that have been hanging in my closet... I wore them this week, and they looked great!

As for the other items on my 2012 list...

I started the year off with an afternoon of informal street shooting with my friend, Jennifer. It was great fun and definitely worth repeating - and with my purse that is now a camera bag, I'll be ready to take advantage of the next opportunity.  In fact, I may even spring for a new Epiphanie bag this year.

The career change is already in progress.  After 17 years with the same company, I have given my notice and will be starting a new job in less than two weeks.  I'm scared and excited at the same time. 

It's going to be a great year!

My numbers for the week:
Pounds lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -2.0
Total weight loss:  14.0
Inches lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -0.5
Total inches lost:  26.5

Where do I get my best motivation?  From you and from my friends at the Empty the Junk from the Trunk group on Facebook. Stop by and check it out.

My current motivation:  Buying a new wardrobe for my new job... in a smaller size! 

Monday, January 2, 2012

Weighing In - Week Twenty Seven

I started this weight-loss journey six months ago, and no one is more surprised than I am that I'm still going strong.  I think that the accountability of reporting my progress in weekly posts has been a huge motivation for me. It's also given my blog a boost.  In my third year of blogging, I actually have (sort of) regular posts.

That makes the 4th week in a row weight gain a little easier to bear. I'd love to say it's water weight or muscle, but it's definitely those little holiday over indulgences that are to blame. (Did I mention that I'm glad Christmas is over?) I've gained a total of 6 pounds over the holiday.  BUT I'm still 12 pounds lighter than I was when I started. And that's something to be happy about! 

So, it's a new year and I am definitely ready to get back on track.  One of my goals for this year is to get back to a healthy weight. Will I be ready for a bikini this summer?  Maybe, maybe not - but without a doubt, I'll be closer than I was last summer.

My numbers for the week:
Pounds lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  +1.4
Total weight loss:  12.0
Inches lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  +0.5
Total inches lost:  26.0

Where do I get my best motivation?  From you and from my friends at the Empty the Junk from the Trunk group on Facebook. Stop by and check it out.

My current motivation:  Losing that muffin top!