Nancy’s Weight loss Journey 5 Yrs & Counting

Yesterday was a great day. Before taking off for the gym I set a goal to attend my yoga, 24set and cardio classes; wasn’t sure if I can handle all three (hrs) back to back since it’s been about 6 months since I’ve done that. Well, I did it and I had so much fun in the process. I left the gym sweaty and happy. I went home and at late as I got there at 8:30, but I wasn’t so hungry. Normally I would eat everything my honey made for dinner and go to the store for more food. But I was ok with a bowl of rice and stir fry chicken. Got on the scale today and it has paid off - another lb down; that is 6 lbs since I signed on to buddyslim last week. I know I shouldn’t lose so much in such a short period - but I’ll take whatever comes my way and I am working hard at it. As long as it doesn’t creep up I’m good.

I normally eat a traditional breakfast but yesterday I decided to change it up a bit. I at sweet, cut frozen corn for breakfast and it kept me full for most of the morning. I’m trying it again today. Why not kill two bird with one stone? Get 1 veggie requirement and breakfast out of the way.

I hope everyone has a great weekend. I find it’s easier to eat right and exercise during the week. But weekends are horrible - I tend to give into temptations. Who really wants to roll ut of bed at 8 in the morning to workout? It’s easier to stay warmed and snuggle up with your honey.

Had a great day yesterday. I ate well but still snuck in a lollipop (Rodney found the stick and interorgated me and I confessed to it). Rice is my weakness and although I tried to eat less I did overdo it a bit.
However, tried out a different cardio class and it was fun - but couldn’t find a yoga class to fit in my schedule.

Today will be an off cardio and weight day; yoga only. I’m so happy I’m back into my routine. I look forward to every workout; to be honest I am excited about every class and I can’t wait to get off work so I can get to the gym. It’s my greatest high and I’m glad it’s back in my life.

To those who are starting out - just remember the first couple of weeks you may not see any results; but keep at it, never give it and it will pay off.

My goal yesterday was a simple one. Get to the gym and DON’T eat after 8:30pm. SUCCESS
I got dressed and left work at 4:30pm and headed straight for the gym. Got there at 5 and thought the only thing I was going to do was wait around for my 5:30pm Lift class. But the first Kickboxing class was full and I thought why not, let’s go in for a warm up. Glad I did, they were doing the Best of 4 and I had a great time. Then I did my weight class, first in over two months - and I know I’ll pay for it later. Then I did the first 1/2 of the second kickboxing class. I wanted to do the whole hour but I knew it was best to ease into my workouts instead of plunging in and going hardcore on the first day.

Then I went home and ate mom’s Cambodian beef soup and rice - really light and helathy -Thanks MOM :). But there was also pizza and we also had cake - the temptation was too much. I ended up eating the pizza and took a coule bites of the cake. Nine rolled by and my boyfriend came home with some fast food - I was sooooooo tempted to eat and I actually asked Rodney for some. You know what he said, “As much as this hurts me I can’t give you any” - because you asked me to help you get to your goal. I love him for his support.

I fought temptation all night and I felt like I was going through food withdrawal. My body is used to eating around 10:30 due to a late workout schedule in the past. I am trying so hard to break the cycle and last night was not easy.

I look forward to a great eating day, mindful of everything that goes in my mouth and can’t wait to hit the gym for some cardio and yoga.

Last year at this time in my life I was in the best shape of my life.  I had at that point lost well over 70 lbs.  I was 150lbs, was a size 5/7, ate right, worked out 6 days a week and couldn’t ask for anything more.  Then the hamstring injury ocurred and the groin tear.  My workout and food habits were destroyed after those two incidents.  Since then I’ve gained 30 lbs  steadily and is now at 180lbs (appx) because I won’t get on a scale but I feel it and know it by how my clothes fit. 

But I’m not giving up.  I have a loving and very supportive boyfriend who is the light of my life.  I know what to do and how to do it.  Will power is the key and I have it again.   I told him this morning I know what my problem is - it’s my food intake.  Once I have that under control then exercise is a breeze.  Wow, can’t believe I used to be a gym rat.  But I won’t take it to that extreme again - as my body fought back the last time around. 

I tell myself - eat sensible, exercise and drink alot of water.  It’s a struggle, sometimes minute by minute but I will do it right.  There are no short cuts.