Ok. I dont drink coffee, usually. Today, i had a cup. a small cup. and i feel like i just took a diet pill. WTF?! Im jittery, nausiated, and my s... Read more
I can't make myself care when I don't. Just doesn't seem to be in my power- but I can check in fully every time I DO care and do my best to make it st... Read more
Today was my weekly weigh-in, and I was pleased to have the scale stay the same after being away for a conference from last Thursday night through lat... Read more
I used to have so many doubts about myself and my abilities. When I first started trying to change my life (March 1, 2012) I thought I was to... Read more
Once again I had left sparkpeople, and then came back. I was embarrassed to say it was me again so I was going to use the username my son's frie... Read more
Happy Tuesday! I have to say I really love the "atmosphere" here at Sparks! The support, encouragement and inspiration is just amazing. So many peopl... Read more
Although its the middle of May, my middle has shrunk! I am so excited to have lost a few pounds just in time for the Holiday weekend, since I will be... Read more
Dear friend,
Spent the weekend in Missouri with my family. My sister said my arms looked really strong, so that was nice. Overall, I ate wayyy... Read more
... I wouldn't even be on here. I was so caught in my own world of shadows that I would rather sit at a computer playing games than deal with... Read more
Sorry in advanced if this is rambling. I'm really trying to sort out all the information in my head and make sense of it and it's not working.
M... Read more
My husband reported a major health break through !!! His blood pressure has decreased significantly on his last Dr. visit. He says even with... Read more
Last weekend surpassed our weather expectations. Even in Toronto we felt that Southern Ontario humidity. (that I love)
Have to confess though, my... Read more
So I originally started this blog back in August 2009 with the intention of getting back to fitness. I was up to 260 from 220 and had just relocated b... Read more
I have been totally off my diet and exercise or anything to do with any of this because my weight loss was a big FAT 0 for weeks. I asked my doctor fo... Read more
36 Boy, is this an 'upper'! Finally....What I have learned: I must stay within my calorie range EVERY day and mainly at 1200. If I go over the 15... Read more
I am actually enjoying tracking (woo hoo-- after three whole days!) Yesterday, I was actually low and had some left over calories -- I was a little p... Read more
* Weight this AM: 186.3 -- up .5 lbs since yesterday.
* 751 calories consumed thru lunch -- leaving 1099.
* No workout, today. Back and legs need... Read more
So much for having my day planned out . . . and then the phone rings.
The nice warm weather is taking a turn for cooler temps (and possible snow... Read more
I have FINALLY been working out and eating right for a month straight. This is the first time in...well...ever I guess! Normally I start and stop and... Read more
I can't believe it's been nearly 3 years since my last blog post. When I left Sparkpeople, I was 218 pounds, down from 240. I completely got off tra... Read more
This morning I tried Jillian Michael's Ripped in 30 - week 1 workout. It was ok. I still like her "biggest winner" series better I think. But I'm goin... Read more
This morning I got really excited about something: I have NO plans for the summer. Well, that's not entirely true since we're moving in August, but... Read more
OK who stole Monday? Can't believe I missed blogging. Managed to stay off the scales since Friday but due for a weigh in tomorrow. Fingers crossed.... Read more
On the first weigh-in day, my manager brought in DONUTS! They are right next to my desk and I have to pass them on the way to the printer/fax. What'... Read more
Recap of days 26 to 29 out of 30 day challenge #2 with the following:
-no fast food
- under 2,000 calories
- 6 days of 30 minutes of cardi... Read more
When you think of soy, what comes to mind? I think of soy milk and tofu to begin with. Perhaps a little edamame in your salad? Toss a little soy sauce... Read more
When it rains, it means Baby and I don't walk outside, which means I have to "make up" that exercise time another way. And that means resistance train... Read more
Got a half hour of yoga in this morning, felt good. And then I got a little extra exercise, since it was my turn to walk Scotty - we're taking care o... Read more
I finally did it! I made it through the entire 8 interval program of Week One today! 224
It took me almost a month to get here, but that's fine... Read more
I in the last few days I'm tired of eating. I am chosen better foods and less of it. now I just don't feel like bothering with the food. I do enjoy dr... Read more
I'll consider yesterday a "I'm still getting back into the swing of things" day. I came within my calories, but everything was so off it didn't matte... Read more
Well, I did it. I took the plunge, like so many others, and registered for an MS Bike Ride. This ride is 150km over two days, and goes from Grand Be... Read more
I am still at 206. I decided to juice for the next couple days or longer if I can. I have sort of fallen off the wagon. lol Even though my weight hasn... Read more
Chronic pain can make it difficult to get a good night's sleep but restful sleep helps with pain management. Here's how to break the vicious cycle of pain and sleep.
