ALY-I86's SparkPeople Blog

Success! Here is whats going well and what needs work...

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:03:05 EST

About 1 week in and 5 lbs down! Yay! I realize some of that is probably water weight, but hey...a victory is a victory. My stomach is feeling less bloated and my face seems less puffy. I'll take it. The best part is, it was kind of easy. I walked a few miles, I've made some small changes over time, and voilá.

Here are the changes I've been able to easily make
1. No soda. This was easy. I love unsweetened tea so thats all I drink besides water and sometimes milk (well and the ...

Things are looking up

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:53:33 EST

Ate relatively healthy last night and went for a walk. Expecting a new roommate in May. She's on the healthy lifestyle bandwagon too. Super excited and optimistic. Bf comes home in 11 days. Yay! Not a bad Monday.

I really think the turn around came from some much needed ME time. I've really been ignoring my appearance because I felt like there was no point since gaining weight. I was only exacerbating my funk, by letting everything get kind of...out of sorts lol. No more baggy sw...

Starting Over, the right way

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 15:48:46 EST

Hello all,

So I've fallen off the wagon, big time. I am NOT discouraged though. This time will be harder. I can't delude myself about that. This time I will make a lifestyle change. No more pills, fad diets, or anything else. I'm ready to CHANGE FOREVER. Diet and exercise aren't the only changes I want to make either. Here is what I will/have accomplished this year

1. Job I like
2. Get my degree finally
3. Earn and maintain a body I'm proud of and worked for ...

Distraught and Starting Over

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:56:53 EST

I'm so mad at myself. I'm the heaviest I've been in about a year and a half. This time last year I was at least 10 lbs thinner. I'm not really sure why I keep gaining either. Realistically, I know my eating habits aren't what they should be and I need to get to the gym more. I think I let a lot of small bad habits compound and then multiplied them by tons of stress. The outcome is lots of extra weight and uncomfortably tight clothes.

The worst part is now I feel like I don't ...

I am not my body, but my body is ME

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:27:39 EST

I've been stressing lately about what I'm seeing in the mirror. I'm concerned about my weight, my hair, my curves, tiny ( and not so tiny) lines on my face. After some consideration and much self reflection, I've realized I'm stressing entirely too much.

The person looking back at me is not entirely who I am. A picture of me certainly doesn't reflect on my caring nature, my sense of humor, my intelligence, my quirks, strength, weakness, likes or dislikes. There is definitely more ...

So far so good!

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:06:12 EST

I don't want to jinx myself, but I'm off to a good start. I've been to the gym twice this week and have decided to cut out cocktails until Halloween. All those glasses of wine accompanied with cheese and crackers add up!

Going to keep at it 30

Feels like I'm starting over

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 21:54:18 EST

So a lot has happened since my last entry. I almost completely fell off the wagon. I've gained about 10 lbs since my last spark people entry 46

I'm also finishing school, working 2 jobs, and recently moved in with my boyfriend. WOW! Its been crazy. I completely stopped working out, we've been entertaining (EATING, COCKTAILS, DESSERT) like crazy, and I'm always feeling like something in the house needs doing.

Well I went shopping for business attire for my new...

I cooked!

Tue, 8 Feb 2011 22:13:35 EST

Well kind of. After eating hot dogs and turkey sandwiches for the past couple months, I got a little bored. Not to mention I wanted to add in some veggies to my overall diet. I don't like fruit, but one step at a time lol. So I went to Trader Joes this week and spent about 30 dollars on some pre made/easy to do stuff. My culinary skills are limited to microwave or boiling, so this is a big deal for me. lol

Now for what I made 4 . I bought these spicy spinach pizza fl...

Getting over the hurdle that is self image in LA

Fri, 4 Feb 2011 15:06:21 EST

I'll be honest...my self image is not very good. I remember at one point, thinking I was pretty darn cute. That was a long time ago. Now I'm hiding in my house because I feel like I look hideous. I've lost a fair amount of weight, and I don't feel anymore attractive than I did before the weight came off. I feel like I've aged, I'm 24. The thought of going out in public with my arms/stomach/legs showing is horrendous. I would never leave the house without make up, not even to the gym. I'm cons...

Haven't made the progress I was hoping for...

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 16:35:42 EST

but I have made some good strides. I started working out. I only did two videos this week and I couldn't even get through the second one lol. I'm really out of shape. The point however, is that I got off my butt (IN THE MORING) and did it! I'm adding a fitness walking class to my school schedule next week and I plan to do at least 30 mins of cardio 5 days a week. Its a small start, but I want to incorporate working out into my life. I don't want to burn out, but I do want to see progress. I ...

A whole new frame of mind!

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 23:29:58 EST

I've been feeling crappy this week, but today I feel so much better! I'm looking for part time job while I'm in school, and I've been BROKE. I'm talking starving student eats cup of noodles every day broke. lol. I've been babysitting a lot though and I had the money I needed to buy a car battery today. That was cool. I've also been cleaning my room ( a disaster) and my bathroom. I'm hoping to get everything organized and cleaned out before school starts. Out with all my clothes that are too b...

Epic Fail

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 18:41:33 EST

I am soooo unmotivated AND I totally blew it yesterday. I ate TERRIBLY and had way too many beers. I woke up feeling awful and I gained 2 lbs!!! Hopefully, its just my body rebelling and retaining water. I'm trying to look for a positive spin on this, but I'm afraid I'm slipping into old bad habits. I think if I could just get off my but and work out, I'd be ok. However, I'm dreading it. I don't know why. I know once I get to the gym, I'll be fine. I just can't seem to make myself go. Maybe,...

When one door closes...

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:01:56 EST

My boyfriend has been working out of town since August and he was supposed to come home February first, but I found out today he can't come home till Feb. 15th. I have to wait a MONTH for him to come home and we're going to miss our first Valentines Day together. We already missed our first Christmas and New Years. Valentines Day is my favorite though so I'm even more bummed out. 39

On a brighter note, he has to drive home with all his stuff so his company is paying to f...

Still on board...just needed a break

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 17:27:01 EST

I didn't reach my NYE goal, but I have made some awesome progress. I was only 3 lbs away. I haven't been sparking for a while either, but I did lose some more weight. I've also had a lot of positive responses from family and friends. In all, I'm feeling pretty good about my progress. I do have some new goals though.

My new goal weight is 130 lbs.
I want to tone up and be physically strong.
I want to rock a bikini this summer and feel good!

Step 1
I've ...

Dear Body, talking to myself

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:14:04 EST

I ate something I shouldn't have and this is what is going through my head
Body: Hmmm...interesting choice of meal.
Me: Yes I know I probably shouldn't have eaten that.
Body: I'm feeling guilty
Me: At least we shared it with someone else. I don't/won't to feel guilty. Do you like feeling guilty? Does guilt serve any positive purpose?
Body: No?
Me: Yea, thats what I thought.
Body: I'm feeling a pound coming on
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Me: Nope. You may...

AIDS walk, yo yo, and THURSDAY, THURSDAY, THURSDAY!!!

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 13:21:31 EST

I gained a pound! Well maybe like a couple of ounces, but the scale still went up. No biggie though. Guess I just need to kick the exercise up a notch. I did an ab workout and walked my doggies this morning. I'm planning on hitting the gym for some cardio tonight.

The odd thing is that I swear my body resists being under 160 lbs. In the past this is the point where my losses stall and it seems like I gain a little for no reason. Maybe, I get lazy? I'm not sure what the deal has be...

Not bad for the weekend

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 01:03:21 EST

I do better during the week, but I didn't do horribly this weekend. I did go out and drink, but I only had 2 beers and no chips and salsa. I lost another pound too. I am now officially in the 150's. Yay! I'm super tired and am probably going to knock out soon. Night everyone 252 192

I'm so LAZY!

Sat, 9 Oct 2010 18:02:21 EST

I'm not sure if its lazy or tired. I haven't been sleeping very well lately. I think its due to the meds I'm on. Whatever it is, its getting old...quick. I know I should get off my bed and go to the gym but I don't feel like it. I AM going to do it though. I don't think anyone ever regrets going to the gym. I WILL be bummed if I stop seeing progress because I decided to sit on my butt instead of work out though. So thats decided lol

On a positive note I went to lunch with some of...

The word of the day is balance

Fri, 8 Oct 2010 13:21:18 EST

I'm stoked! I'm down 2 lbs this week. One small step on the scale, but a giant leap for my motivation...he he. I wasn't expecting it because I skipped my workout last night. I decided to stay in and spend time watching Jersey Shore with my little sister. I also studied for my upcoming exams and finally got a good night's sleep. I'm glad I did though. I really want to lose weight, but not at the expense of any of the other priorities in my life. I figure balance is the word of the day...and ...

Uh oh, here comes trouble and it has an English accent

Thu, 7 Oct 2010 13:30:34 EST

My adorable and terribly sexy English boyfriend is coming to stay with me for two weeks! I'm so excited!!!! He's been in Texas since August on business and he'll be out there till February of 2011. Needless to say, I MISS HIM. The only problem is that he is TROUBLE for my diet and exercise plans. Every time i go to Texas I usually gain a pound or two, and I'm usually only out there for 4 days!

He loves to party and is naturally thin. He doesn't work out and I can't imagine him ch...

So maybe not

Wed, 6 Oct 2010 12:02:34 EST

Well I had planned to start my c25k program last night, but it didn't happen. My little sister wants to do it with me, so we're going to try tonight. Hopefully, its not raining by this evening. HOWEVER, I did do 45 mins cardio at the gym AND some home strength training. I lost 1 whole lb from yesterday!!!! Yay 104

7 more to go for the month of October. 252

C25k night 1

Tue, 5 Oct 2010 17:59:40 EST

Ok, i'm starting the c25k program tonight...and I'm anxious. I don't know why ,lol. I've never been a runner and I have a certain level of anxiety when it comes to exercising in front of people. This odd phobia keeps me out of the gym, from running in public, even from dancing. I know this is weird. i've never been very coordinated or athletic. i've also been very self- conscious all my life. I feel like if I can get over this, I can finally achieve my goals of losing weight.

Wi...

Time for a plan

Mon, 4 Oct 2010 18:00:33 EST

I've decided to set some goals for myself in order to reach my goals. That approach seems to work for a lot of other people on here.

Goal 1 : lose 8 lbs this month
2: work out 3 times a week. No excuses.
3. take a vitamin every day
4. Enter a blog every day

I guess I'll start small and work from there.

Set Back...grrr

Sat, 2 Oct 2010 17:22:28 EST

I'm pretty bummed. I went out for a friends birthday last night and I blew it. I drank way too much and consumed a week's worth of calories. Although I am a little upset at myself, I'm just going to try and do better today.

I'm going out tonight again tonight, and I've decided not to drink at all. All the fried goodness is just too irresistible after a couple of beers. I volunteered to be the DD to keep myself accountable.

Last nights disaster leads me to wonder how...

Motivation to work out

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 20:06:21 EST

I'm lacking it...What to do? I've decided that I should try and mix things up. I'm trying cardio machines, walking around my neighborhood, and maybe a spin class? The unfortunate thing is the classes offered at my gym are boring.

I'm excited to report though, that a good friend of mine is coming home from MO this month. He's an active marine and will be home on leave for a couple weeks. He's joining my gym so he can whip my behind into shape marine style. Hoorah! Thanks izzy :)