Treking Along

Weighed myself last week and I was down again.  1 pound according to my ticker so that's good.  Seems I find out how I've done a month at a time.  I have so much to learn about my body and nutrition it's overwhelming.  Just taking it one day at a time.

Step in the Right Direction

I'm down another pound this month. Slowly but surely it's coming off. That's all I can ask for. Been eating a lot better this past month. Really since my SIL Amy moved back. She's keeping me accountable and motivated to eat right. I've even done some exercising. Now to step that part up, then I'll really start seeing some results.

I'm not sure if I'll make my goal on my ticker along the side bar, but as long as I'm losing and not gaining...I'll be happy.

To be Continued....

One step at a time, one goal at a time, nothing can stop me.

Goal: cut out carbonated drinks.

short, simple and to the point.

Eat Breakfast

I've been terrible about not eating breakfast.  I know it's the most important meal of the day...but just don't want to take the time for some reason.  That's what I'll be focusing on this month.  Eating something for breakfast.  I picked up some oatmeal, and more Fiber One Oat Cluster cereal.  Between those two I should have a pretty good choice.

Another thing I need to work on, is getting sleep.  I've ready many studies that people who don't get the right about of sleep tend to gain or stay heavy.  Not sure when I'll focus on getting better sleep....maybe once the kids are older.  :)

Surprising and Proud

Well, I weighed myself this morning for the first time since April. I was pleasantly surprised. I figured I was hovering around 240 just because of the crap I've been eating lately, not to mention the lack of exercise. Well, I weighed 233. How cool is that?!? As my ticker says along the side of my blog...only 18 more pounds until I meet my goal for the end of the year.

Makes me wonder if I really have been listening to my body and what it wants. I've tried to keep my food variety kept in moderation as to not deprive myself (this as I just finished a bowl of cookies and cream ice cream).

Now to really find what is working, and improve on those points. Logan, thanks for your advice. You're right and little goals it is. I'll keep you updated as I continue on this journey.

Trying again

So not sure why I didn't follow through with my goals, but I'm having another go at it. It'll be the same as before only I will accomplish them. LOL

I think some of my biggest hang ups right now are not being able to cook like I want to. The kids don't eat what I do (even though I know they should) and with Loney working nights, I feel like it's not worth the effort. I think more stews, soups, and such are going to be my best friend. Easy to make, easy to re-heat, and not much calories.

I think I'll try to find my kitchen tomorrow...perhaps that will help with some of my issues.

No excuses

I'm the extreme excuse maker when it comes to my health and exercise. I always put my children and hubby first. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but I still need to keep my needs in check as well. If I don't do something about the extra weight I have, I won't be around to do things for my family.

So, starting today:

1. Exercise of some sort for 30 minutes not matter where or what. I'll shoot for 5 days a week by the end of the month.

2. No more sweets. They are my biggest downfall as far as my diet goes. I've got to wean myself off of them for at least 2 months, then only on the rare occation will I have something.

3. Drink more Water! Expecially now that it's getting so hot. I've heard that you're supposed to drink half of your body weight in ounces. I'm definately not drinking near enough.

I'm basically only going to focus on those goals for the rest of this month and July. So I guess I should get off my lazy butt and get my 30 minutes in!!