Day 177:

Thursday, July 19, 2012

My Zumba Toning Class Rocked yesterday! It about killed me but in a good way. I haven't been feeling great, nauseous, not being able to eat a lot (shocking I know!:)) So I kinda wanted to throw up half the time. But I was so happy I stuck with it and worked hard. My but is still crying out for mercy!
I'm trying to decide if I want to hurry up and get ready for the yoga class that starts in an hour. I'm still not feeling great, not sure what's wrong. I may take it easy this morning and hop on the treadmill later. Everything else about me feels good, it's just my stomach is all wacky. Marc thinks it's still just from my time out and about Friday night but good lord that was DAYS ago! Could it really be? Am I that old?! lol!!



Time to weigh in!

December 12th HW- 205
January 12th GW- 195 DONE!
February 12th GW- 187 DONE!
March 12th GW- 180 DONE!
April 12th GW- 172 DONE!
May 12th GW- 165 DONE!
June 12th GW- 157 DONE!
July 12th GW- 150 DONE! On July 14th, but close enough!

Yesterday's Weight: 147.2
TODAY'S WEIGHT: 148

August 12th GW- 145
September 12th GW- 142
October 12th GW- 139
November 12th GW- 137
December 12th GW- 134

TOTAL WEIGHT LOSS TO DATE: 57.8 POUNDS!!!




THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGES!!!
Sunday: DAY OFF!! DONE!
Monday: Cardio & ST!! I did the Cardio part!
Tuesday: Cardio!! DONE! ZUMBA!
Wednesday: Cardio & ST!! DONE!! ZUMBA TONING!!
Thursday: Cardio!!
Friday: Cardio & ST!!
Saturday: Cardio!!

  

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VETTRANGER 7/19/2012 11:30PM

You could have eaten something a touch wonky too. Have you checked to see if you have a low grade fever? We get a lot of mild food poisoning that we aren't even aware of. Report Inappropriate Comment

MELIBUG 7/19/2012 2:26PM

Still have not tried Zumba myself - need to add to my list. Report Inappropriate Comment

JCARDINAL 7/19/2012 1:35PM

Way to go on the Zumba!! Hope you feel better soon! Report Inappropriate Comment

BMW9295 7/19/2012 9:49AM

Way to keep at it.... as far as being sick, it could be the heat and mild dehydration! I would suggest rest, and lots of fluids, take it easy! You are making great progress. Report Inappropriate Comment

ALANNAYH 7/19/2012 9:15AM

You are never that old! But I hope you feel better soon!!!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

OLIVIANIGHT 7/19/2012 7:56AM

WOO HOOO! Awesome progress, and I love your attitude! You made me smile : ) Report Inappropriate Comment

MS_SUZI 7/19/2012 7:49AM

My daughter loves Zumba and after only two classes with her I must say to you job well done for sticking it out even when you're not feeling well. Zumba about kills me. Keep up the good work. Report Inappropriate Comment

OVERACTIVEELBOW 7/19/2012 7:38AM

WOW !! Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFEARLESSNOW 7/19/2012 7:37AM

I'm glad you liked the class. What is the class like? I have straight Zumba, but not Zumba toning. I should look into that. I hope you feel better soon! Have a great day! Report Inappropriate Comment

DLDROST 7/19/2012 7:34AM

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Day 176: Playing catch up for fun.. Secrets to Success

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

I was out of town last week so I didn't get to do the bonus for the challenge, so I thought I would go ahead and do it this week. :)

"For the bonus this week, share two secrets to your success (related to diet, exercise, or consistency) with your team. Hopefully this will help you identify the things going well in your regimen AND learn from the best of others. "

#1 NEVER EVER GIVING UP! NEVER EVER saying it's ok just this once. It's ok, I'll do it tomorrow. I'll just have a cheat day and it will be ok tomorrow. Because sometimes tomorrow never comes like you thought. That one cheat day can turn into 2 then 3 then forever. Yes, I slip and eat the wrong things sometimes or way over eat but I don't justify it lightly. I don't say screw today I'll start again tomorrow. I try and figure out why I ate what I ate or the quantity of what I ate and go from there. I want this to be a lifestyle, meaning forever, not a diet. To do that it has to be for forever. I know I am hard on myself and this may not be the way to go for a lot of people but I know I have an addiction to food and you wouldn't say to a crack head, it's ok for today. lol!

#2 ACCOUNTABILITY! Holding myself accountable by blogging daily and posting and keeping track of my weight daily REALLY HELPS! Knowing I am going to weigh in and post the results the next day and that every binge and over eating session will reflect in that, really makes a difference.

Yesterday I went to my first Zumba class! It was scary. lol! I DEFINITELY do not have rhythm. You know you look funny when every time the instructor turns around she has a hard time not cracking up. lol! BUT I am going back today for a toning Zumba class. So I am brave! :)

Time to weigh in!

December 12th HW- 205
January 12th GW- 195 DONE!
February 12th GW- 187 DONE!
March 12th GW- 180 DONE!
April 12th GW- 172 DONE!
May 12th GW- 165 DONE!
June 12th GW- 157 DONE!
July 12th GW- 150 DONE! On July 14th, but close enough!

Yesterday's Weight: 147.6
TODAY'S WEIGHT: 147.2

August 12th GW- 145
September 12th GW- 142
October 12th GW- 139
November 12th GW- 137
December 12th GW- 134

TOTAL WEIGHT LOSS TO DATE: 57.8 POUNDS!!!




THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGES!!!
Sunday: DAY OFF!! DONE!
Monday: Cardio & ST!! I did the Cardio part!
Tuesday: Cardio!! DONE! ZUMBA!
Wednesday: Cardio & ST!!
Thursday: Cardio!!
Friday: Cardio & ST!!
Saturday: Cardio!!

  

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VETTRANGER 7/18/2012 11:35PM

Great thoughts! Report Inappropriate Comment

BMW9295 7/18/2012 5:59PM

Thanks for sharing your secrets... and GREAT job on trying Zumba. If it works for you go for it! Keep up all you hard work, it is paying off. Enjoy your success! Report Inappropriate Comment

JCARDINAL 7/18/2012 5:21PM

Way to go on trying Zumba and going back for more!! Report Inappropriate Comment

FITFOODIE806 7/18/2012 8:00AM

Good for you for trying Zumba again! You do not have to have rhythm to Zumba, just have fun!! Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFEARLESSNOW 7/18/2012 7:36AM

Yay for trying Zumba!!! My first class was scary too, but I cannot miss my classes. It makes me feel so good! Sometimes you end up looking like an idiot, but that's ok!! Everyone is there for the same reason as you. Great blog Sara! Keep smiling and have a great day!! Report Inappropriate Comment

LRSILVER 7/18/2012 6:52AM

Good luck with Zumba. It gets easier with time. I too am always going in the wrong direction or on the wrong foot. But is is an awesome workout. Great progress. I hope to join you soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

Day 175: Bonus Points

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

BONUS (20 or 0 Points):
For the bonus this week, identify two 'personal roadblocks' that are hindering your success. We all have individual challenges or triggers that make it hard for us to make consistent progress towards our goals. Tackling these, head on, could help us get to our goals and stay there. Share your challenges with your team, along with at least 3 things you can do to begin to overcome those roadblocks.

#1: Lazy when it comes to ST and even sometimes with cardio, cutting it short, etc.

#2: Controlling PMS Binge Days

Three things to over come these..

#1 Suck it up and just DO IT! Stop being a baby and just get it DONE! LOL!
#2 Stay really busy and out of the house a good bit when I feel the binges coming.
#3 Combine the 2, ST when I feel like I'm losing control with my eating. Sweat it out of me.



I'm getting SO close! I CAN FEEL IT!! I CAN TASTE IT!! I AM HUNGRY FOR IT!!! My next goal is to reach my next monthly goal of 145 and not drop the ball before August 12th. I CAN DO THIS!! I am feeling so good about myself. I love that I have been able to say no to so many temptations, esp. this last week in the mountains. My MIL sent up SOOO many sweets it was crazy! And there was one day I was craving soda SO bad but I held on! I am so thankful now for the strength I found then. They are SO right when they say, Nothing taste as good as thin feels, because I feel good!!

Time to weigh in!

December 12th HW- 205
January 12th GW- 195 DONE!
February 12th GW- 187 DONE!
March 12th GW- 180 DONE!
April 12th GW- 172 DONE!
May 12th GW- 165 DONE!
June 12th GW- 157 DONE!
July 12th GW- 150 DONE! On July 14th, but close enough!

Yesterday's Weight: 147.4
TODAY'S WEIGHT: 147.6

August 12th GW- 145
September 12th GW- 142
October 12th GW- 139
November 12th GW- 137
December 12th GW- 134

TOTAL WEIGHT LOSS TO DATE: 57.6 POUNDS!!!




THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGES!!!
Sunday: DAY OFF!! DONE!
Monday: Cardio & ST!! I did the Cardio part!
Tuesday: Cardio!!
Wednesday: Cardio & ST!!
Thursday: Cardio!!
Friday: Cardio & ST!!
Saturday: Cardio!!




I WILL DO THIS!!!

  

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VETTRANGER 7/17/2012 10:50PM

You are TOO close to not have this. Just relax and stay the course. :-) Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFEARLESSNOW 7/17/2012 6:53PM

I have PMS right now and I totally lost control last night. I'm back on track today, but nighttime is just around the corner so we'll see what happens. You can do this Sara!! Report Inappropriate Comment

BMW9295 7/17/2012 2:57PM

You go girl! You are amazing! I am so proud of and for you! I hope I get to where you are soon. Keep it up! Report Inappropriate Comment

LRSILVER 7/17/2012 1:00PM

Wow. 145 I can't wait to have that numbner in sight. You are doing great. Report Inappropriate Comment

JCARDINAL 7/17/2012 12:18PM

You are really rockin the weight loss Sara!! Strength training is one of my roadblocks too. Report Inappropriate Comment

LIV2RIDE 7/17/2012 8:56AM

That's a great exercise. I'm going to do that as well. I need to work on my own road blocks and formulate a plan to smash them! Report Inappropriate Comment

Day 174: Back From the Mountains!

Monday, July 16, 2012

Back Again! I had another great week in the mountains. This time surrounded by cute british soccer coaches. lol! We hosted 4 coaches from the boys british soccer camp and loved it.
I did very well with eating and tried to move as much as possible although not much of it could have been technically considered exercise. I'm ok with that though. I kept busy. AND I'm at a new low!!! I know I may end up gaining a bit back. the last few days I hadn't eaten much. We went out Friday night and apparently I had a little much to drink and I've been paying for it ever since. lol!
I did take my scale with me to stay accountable and to not feel worried all week about if I was gaining. I'm glad I did. Here's my daily's:

7/7 Saturday: 155.2
7/8 Sunday 156.4
7/9 Monday 154.8
7/10 Tuesday 154.4 (Started Period)
7/11 Wednesday 152.4
7/12 Thursday 152.8
7/13 Friday 152.2
7/14 Saturday 149
7/15 Sunday 149.2
7/16 Monday 147.4

I'm in the 140's!!! Never thought I would get there by drinking enough for 4, but hey, they say to keep your body guessing and I guess I did that. Wooo... Not again though for a long long time. lol!
Those are some big time fluctuations between my period and the night of debauchery. Here's to hoping they will settle down..but not up. :P

I plan on having a good week. I plan on exercising and eating well. I am LOVING this progress. It felt SOOOOO good to be out on Friday and FEEL pretty and proud of myself and my body. :)

I CAN DO THIS! I AM DOING THIS!!! YAY!!!

Time to weigh in!

December 12th HW- 205
January 12th GW- 195 DONE!
February 12th GW- 187 DONE!
March 12th GW- 180 DONE!
April 12th GW- 172 DONE!
May 12th GW- 165 DONE!
June 12th GW- 157 DONE!
July 12th GW- 150 DONE! On July 14th, but close enough!

Yesterday's Weight: 149.2
TODAY'S WEIGHT: 147.4

August 12th GW- 145
September 12th GW- 142
October 12th GW- 139
November 12th GW- 137
December 12th GW- 134

TOTAL WEIGHT LOSS TO DATE: 57.6 POUNDS!!!




THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGES!!!
Sunday: DAY OFF!! DONE!
Monday: Cardio & ST!!
Tuesday: Cardio!!
Wednesday: Cardio & ST!!
Thursday: Cardio!!
Friday: Cardio & ST!!
Saturday: Cardio!!





LET'S GO THIS WAY!!!! :)

  

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RYDERB 7/16/2012 11:23PM

Back Sara! Congratulations! You really ROCKED the weigh in! Report Inappropriate Comment

VETTRANGER 7/16/2012 10:40PM

Your progress is just outstanding! Report Inappropriate Comment

JCARDINAL 7/16/2012 3:42PM

140's You are such an inspiration!! Maybe a night out with the girls will jump start my weight loss, that always includes drinks!! :) Report Inappropriate Comment

CDGOFF 7/16/2012 1:16PM

you are an inspiration keep up the great work! Report Inappropriate Comment

BMW9295 7/16/2012 1:04PM

WoW! You are doing a great job! I am so happy and proud for you! Keep up the great work! Report Inappropriate Comment

IAMRADIOGEEK 7/16/2012 11:53AM

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MSNOMOREFLUFFY 7/16/2012 11:27AM

Congratulations!! Sounds like you had an awesome time. I'm so happy for you! Report Inappropriate Comment

LIV2RIDE 7/16/2012 10:06AM

Congratulations! 140s is something to celebrate!! I always gain about 3-5 lbs during TOM so thankfully I know when the scale starts going up that is the culprit. Glad you were able to enjoy camping and still reach your goals. Report Inappropriate Comment

MUSICNERD1993 7/16/2012 9:53AM

You've made quite an accomplishment! Keep it up! Report Inappropriate Comment

DARKLADY25 7/16/2012 9:25AM

Congrats on the great results and wish you luck for your new weight to go down even more Report Inappropriate Comment

LRSILVER 7/16/2012 8:45AM

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TWINZMOM7 7/16/2012 8:24AM

You ARE amazing....you ARE doing this!! You are really motivating, and I'm so glad to have you as a SparkFriend! I was where you are exactly a year ago before surgery derailed me, and I'm so eager to get back to losing. Things have been rough here...thank you for inspiring me today. Have a great day. Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFEARLESSNOW 7/16/2012 7:53AM

AWESOME!!!! Glad you're back and you're back with a vengence!! Way to go Sara!! Report Inappropriate Comment

BABSMOORE10300 7/16/2012 7:49AM

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Day 173: Off Again, Only Time for a Quickie!

Friday, July 06, 2012

This will be short and sweet this morning. We're going back to the mountains for Soccer Camp so I have to get moving on the things that need to get done here before we go. Yesterday started out so well. I was PAYING ATTENTION to what I was eating. I took pictures with plans of tracking later. I even measured my banana to know if it was med. or large! But then it went down hill after lunch. :( I think this week away will be good for me. It will get me out of the house again and I will be with others so eating like a starving pig won't be likely. I will try and walk at the park every day for exercise. I'm also taking my DVDs and yoga mat along as well. I WILL GET BACK ON TRACK!! I CAN DO THIS! I WILL DO THIS!!!



Time to weigh in!

December 12th HW- 205
January 12th GW- 195 DONE!
February 12th GW- 187 DONE!
March 12th GW- 180 DONE!
April 12th GW- 172 DONE!
May 12th GW- 165 DONE!
June 12th GW- 157 DONE!

Yesterday's Weight: 156.2
TODAY'S WEIGHT: 156.8 :(

July 12th GW- 150
August 12th GW- 145
September 12th GW- 142
October 12th GW- 139
November 12th GW- 137
December 12th GW- 134






THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGES!!!
Sunday: Walk in the Park!! DONE!
Monday: Walk the neighborhood (3 miles) with the boys + 20 minutes on Treadmill! DONE!
Tuesday: Walked part of the neighborhood with the boys, would have liked to have done more, but I think we still probably got at least 2 miles in.
Wednesday: Walked the neighborhood with the boys and MIL. It's been nice walking outside again to change things up. Also played in the pool with the boys.
Thursday: Walked the neighborhood with the boys (3 miles) and then did the treadmill later on as well to help with the pig out I had. :(
Friday: Cardio & ST!!
Saturday: Cardio!!

  

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LRSILVER 7/16/2012 8:45AM

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VETTRANGER 7/6/2012 10:54PM

I'm going to be downhill for the next few days ... 4th leftovers plus birthday cake from today! But I'm also going to throw in extra exercise to mitigate the damage. :-) Report Inappropriate Comment

PEPPYPATTI 7/6/2012 4:16PM

Wow! You are doing fantastic! Report Inappropriate Comment

JCARDINAL 7/6/2012 3:17PM

Have a great time! Report Inappropriate Comment

LRSILVER 7/6/2012 12:20PM

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RADFEN 7/6/2012 12:09PM

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BMW9295 7/6/2012 11:29AM

Just start new everyday... do a little more of what you can........ Report Inappropriate Comment

CHANGINGSAM 7/6/2012 10:36AM

You can do this! Enjoy your time in the mountains! Report Inappropriate Comment

RYDERB 7/6/2012 10:05AM

Enjoy your time away. You WILL get back on track. Report Inappropriate Comment

REESYK 7/6/2012 8:28AM

You CAN do it! This is a battle that takes hits and blows. Keep going! Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFEARLESSNOW 7/6/2012 7:13AM

You will get back on track, this is just a bump in the road. You are staying active, so it isn't all bad. If you were eating too much and just laying on the couch all day then that wouldn't be so good. You can do it. I believe in you, we all do! Have a great time in the mountains. See you when you get back!! Report Inappropriate Comment