"Old habits die hard. But they do die if you work at it!"
I am sure this post title is a little confusing and yet not at all at the same time. Well let's be honest, I took a couple weeks off from posting, dieting and working out. Why? Well simply because I wanted to. I was doing well, and just felt a need to take some time to myself and not worry about anything else regarding diet or fitness related. I ate what I felt like eating and did what I wanted to do.
What did I learn? A lot.
I saw a huge shift in my energy levels, moods and overall well being. I felt horrid after some really fatty meals that left me bloated and gross. I felt oily and noticed a change in my skin again. Funny how such simple changes can make life so different.
I was/am not getting a lot of sleep due to my 3 year old going through a separation issue, which never helps anything. I think that was also a big factor in taking time off. I needed to focus on figuring out what to do to solve the issue. And honestly I have yet to come up with a solution.
But it is drawing near my 31st birthday and I want to be down another 10-15lbs before then. I want to enjoy my birthday, even though I will still be far off from my goal weight. So I decided to hope back on the bandwagon that I actually did enjoy and miss. Adding working out will be tough just like it was before, but I can do it. I did it once and lost 30lbs, (give or take 2lbs) and so I am sure I can do it again.
I have planned meals for the next two weeks off a web site that has healthy meals, and a few not so healthy meals. But I figure that as long as I don't over eat that day and I don't over indulge myself then, I should be okay. Portion size has a lot to do with weight loss.
Anyway, I am simply waiting for Jon to get up so I can take a short nap and then run and work out. I have two goals this coming year. (my birthday year, from June 2012 to June 2013) Next years birthday I want to go to on a fancy date with my husband. Symphony, something kind of fancy where I can dress up and feel good in a sexy kind of dress. I also want to run in some sort of race. Even if it is just a 5K, I will do it!
Alright so here we go again! I hope you enjoy!!!!!
Remember any words of advice or encouragement are always welcome!!!
Remember any words of advice or encouragement are always welcome!!!
4 comments:
I totally know how you feel.
Annie's been sick this week so we've been tired and I just haven't felt like preparing foods. Yesterday was the worse. Burger King for breakfast, In-N-Out for lunch, Nachos for dinner, beer and then dessert (at 10:30 at night).
I felt like doo-doo. Food makes such a difference in energy and mood. I'm trying to be good today. But someone brought donuts in, so I'm trying hard to fight that urge.
You can totally run a 5K. I know it!!!
active.com is where I find most of my organized runs. It's a good start, anyway.
YOU CAN DO ANYTHING YOU PUT YOUR MIND TOO. I want to do it with ya I have trying to eat healthier and watching portion sizes I've been struggling to get that wonderful baby fat off. So just think u will have someone trying just as hard as you. I know we really don't know each other but I am excited to get to know ya so stay positive and u can do it!!! ;) share yummy recipes I know ur always cooking something yummy!!
I have no advice as I am in the weight loss struggle. I would like to know what website you got your healthy food plan from. I am always looking for new recipes to try out.
Thanks so much.
Anonymous: I use the web site skinnytastes.com
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