Weighing In - Week Thirty Eight

Let me start by saying that I do not recommend a stomach virus as a weight loss program. Having said that, I started off my week by feeling icky on Monday and Tuesday, and skipping my workout both days. That progressed to stomach cramps, nausea and a need to stay close to the facilities on Wednesday and Thursday. Lucky for me that working from home is an option. I was able to get my work done, though I did take an extended lunch - with a nap - both days. By Friday, I was feeling mostly normal again, and was able to enjoy my floating holiday with my son, James.

I was a little worried that my complete lack of exercise during the week would have a negative effect on my weight loss results. Actually, it worked in my favor... maybe it was the nausea. Anyway, my total weight loss for the week was 3.2 lbs.
Since I've passed a 20 lb. mini-goal, I've decided to reward myself by getting the new workout system I've been wanting - Jillian Michaels' Body Revolution. I've earned it and it should help me with the remaining 49 lbs. I want to lose.

My numbers for the week(s):

Pounds lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -3.2
Total weight loss:  20.8

Inches lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -0.5

Total inches lost:  28.5

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:  Shorts. Specifically getting rid of shorts. My size 16s have gone into the donation box and the 14s are about to follow. I still have some 12s left in the wardrobe, so I don't plan to buy any new ones until I can shop for a size 10, or maybe even an 8.

Friday Night in Houston

Last night, James and I headed into Houston for a concert at Market Square. We started our evening with a short walking tour of the area - a few blocks up Milam to see an interesting topiary, a drop down into the tunnels so I could check where one of the exits led, then over to Main to see the train. James found it all very interesting, though admitted that the lack of trees and open sky felt stifling.

After our walk, we headed back to Market Square and Nico Nico's for a bite to eat. The gyros and hummus were delicious, and they had an impressive menu of coffee beverages. I'll be visiting there again, even though it may take half my lunch hour to make the 10 block trip.

I was pleased to note that the park wasn't too crowded. We saw several families with children and/or dogs. Some brought picnics while others, like us, took advantage of the nearby restaurants. It was a very comfortable setting, and I found myself forgetting that I was sitting in the middle of downtown Houston.

Fondue Monks provided the evening entertainment. Their "Texas funk" style had the audience swaying and smiling - and a few brave souls were even dancing near the stage.

 

Beautiful weather, good food and great music - all combined to make this a memorable evening. You can be sure that I'll be looking for more opportunities like this in the future.

Weighing In - Week Thirty Six / Seven

Yes, I skipped my post last week. Yes, I gained again - 1.4 lbs - and I just didn't have the heart to write about it. This week?  This week, I lost 3.2 lbs. - a net loss of 1.8 lbs.  And that is something worth writing about.

I'm completely clueless as to why I lost this week. I didn't eat differently. I only did one and 1/2 workouts (once was cut short when my son arrived home from college) plus my mile-a-day walking commute. Whatever it was, I'm happy to get it.  Or maybe I should say, I'm happy to lose it.

I'm less than half a pound away from my pre-holiday weight. Very encouraging, and it really makes me want to kick it back into high gear.

I've been looking at Jillian's new Body Revolution. I haven't quite decided if I'm ready to fork over the $120 yet, but I'm definitely leaning in that direction. The promise of Biggest Loser style results is very tempting.

My numbers for the week(s):

Pounds lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -1.8
Total weight loss:  17.6

Inches lost (-) or gained (+) this week:  -0

Total inches lost:  28.0

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:  Gaining back (losing) the ground (weight) I had lost (gained) over the holidays, and resuming real progress toward my goal.