Last Week:
Weight: 231.6lbs
BMI: 42.4
This Week:
Weight: 229.4lbs
BMI: 42.0
Result: -2.2
Ah! This is very cool. In my head, I wanted to be under 230 before my birthday (which is tomorrow) and I wasn't quite sure if it was possible... well it is!!! Oh goodness, this is super exciting. That bring my total weight loss to:
8 pounds!!!
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
Day 36
Hello,
It's been another successful day.
I finally created a workout routine. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and one of the weekend days I do at least 30 minutes of cardio and alternate lower and upper body strength training each time. I'm excited about it because I will start building muscle as well as increase my heart health. So when the fat comes off, there will be muscles there already!
I am slacking off a bit with tracking my food. I haven't done it for the past few days. I usually track everything up until dinner. Since we make all of our dinners at home, I'm never sure what to enter. Basically, I'm lazy and don't feel like calculating it all out. I'm not sure if I just need to get over it and track it or if I can try to keep my day calories low enough to have a rather large bumper for evening calories. I think if I continue with stopping when I'm full, it shouldn't be too hard to keep everything under control. I think I'll try this for a week and see how it goes.
Youtube is going really super well. I'm doing two challenges right now. One is a 5 week challenge that this girl, Monica, and I created. The main goal is to lose 10 pounds in the 5 weeks and then to meet three individual mini goals. Mine were to exercise 4 times per week, drink more water, and keep calories under 1400. I really think I'm doing good so far. This challenge started on Saturday. Then, I'm doing a 6 week challenge with Greg, that deals with the 100 push up program. Basically, the jist of it is to follow the series of push ups outlined for your rank 3 days per week for 6 weeks, and at the end you'll be able to do 100 push ups. I started out with 18 consecutive girly push ups. I'm excited to see how much I improve.
Another thing that I'm doing is learning. I don't want to change my lifestyle and not know exactly why it's good for me. I have been doing research on food labels (MSG and maltodextren recently) and it's a little scary what manufacturers can put in your food.
Also, I am trying to balance out my days. The purpose of this is mostly to spend much less time on the computer and more time being productive. I tried to create some categories and my goal should be to do one thing from each everyday. Some of the categories are:
It's been another successful day.
I finally created a workout routine. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and one of the weekend days I do at least 30 minutes of cardio and alternate lower and upper body strength training each time. I'm excited about it because I will start building muscle as well as increase my heart health. So when the fat comes off, there will be muscles there already!
I am slacking off a bit with tracking my food. I haven't done it for the past few days. I usually track everything up until dinner. Since we make all of our dinners at home, I'm never sure what to enter. Basically, I'm lazy and don't feel like calculating it all out. I'm not sure if I just need to get over it and track it or if I can try to keep my day calories low enough to have a rather large bumper for evening calories. I think if I continue with stopping when I'm full, it shouldn't be too hard to keep everything under control. I think I'll try this for a week and see how it goes.
Youtube is going really super well. I'm doing two challenges right now. One is a 5 week challenge that this girl, Monica, and I created. The main goal is to lose 10 pounds in the 5 weeks and then to meet three individual mini goals. Mine were to exercise 4 times per week, drink more water, and keep calories under 1400. I really think I'm doing good so far. This challenge started on Saturday. Then, I'm doing a 6 week challenge with Greg, that deals with the 100 push up program. Basically, the jist of it is to follow the series of push ups outlined for your rank 3 days per week for 6 weeks, and at the end you'll be able to do 100 push ups. I started out with 18 consecutive girly push ups. I'm excited to see how much I improve.
Another thing that I'm doing is learning. I don't want to change my lifestyle and not know exactly why it's good for me. I have been doing research on food labels (MSG and maltodextren recently) and it's a little scary what manufacturers can put in your food.
Also, I am trying to balance out my days. The purpose of this is mostly to spend much less time on the computer and more time being productive. I tried to create some categories and my goal should be to do one thing from each everyday. Some of the categories are:
- Cleaning/Organizing
- Meditating
- Reading
- Being Creative (wedding planning, scrap booking, playing flute, etc.)
- Exercising
Just balancing out my day will probably be one of the hardest things I will have to learn to do throughout my whole 'weight-loss journey'.
My only fear is that I am piling to many things on my "plate". In the past, I think that I have failed because I have tried to do too much too quickly and when I can't I give up. I don't want to do that again. Already I think I have made significant strides. I am finally open about my weight issues with my boyfriend. After almost three years, I just couldn't discuss things like that because I thought that it would make him not love me and it helped me avoid the truth. Now we talk about what ever I've learned or my most recent weigh-in almost on a daily basis. It is truly amazing how open I feel with him now. I can now think (and truly believe) that it's okay to discuss these things (which I tried so hard to keep inside) because I'm fixing it. I am taking such huge leaps in the right direction and when I think about how amazing I feel because of them... why on earth would I ever go back?
I know this is really long, but it's been a while since I've really blogged and I putting these thought down clears my mind of all the 'clutter'.
Weigh-in tomorrow!
xo Megan
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Day 32
I am having an amazing day!
I made a weight-loss buddy on youtube. Her name is Monica and we're going to start a 5 week challenge this Saturday.
The goal is to lose 10lbs by August 1st (which is exactly 5 weeks from this Saturday). I am so excited about this youtube channel you have no idea!
I also had another great summer weigh-in. But I shall not disclose this information! :)
More tomorrow.
xo Megan
I made a weight-loss buddy on youtube. Her name is Monica and we're going to start a 5 week challenge this Saturday.
The goal is to lose 10lbs by August 1st (which is exactly 5 weeks from this Saturday). I am so excited about this youtube channel you have no idea!
I also had another great summer weigh-in. But I shall not disclose this information! :)
More tomorrow.
xo Megan
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Day 31!!!!!!!
OMG I am so amazed that it has been 31 days since I started!!!
31 days and 5.8 pounds! AHHH! I have this reborn enthusiasm all of a sudden. I have really long days with summer school, work, youtube, blogging, and maintaining my apartment but lately I have just been enjoying them so much! It's those 5-10 minutes when you just sit outside and eat an apple (like I did today) that makes you appreciate the fact that you are busy and well.
I break out into spontaneous grins when I think about how much progress I've made and how much progress I will continue to make in the coming months, heck even in the coming years! This is a lifestyle change, not a month long experiment. I'm in this for good!
xo Megan
31 days and 5.8 pounds! AHHH! I have this reborn enthusiasm all of a sudden. I have really long days with summer school, work, youtube, blogging, and maintaining my apartment but lately I have just been enjoying them so much! It's those 5-10 minutes when you just sit outside and eat an apple (like I did today) that makes you appreciate the fact that you are busy and well.
I break out into spontaneous grins when I think about how much progress I've made and how much progress I will continue to make in the coming months, heck even in the coming years! This is a lifestyle change, not a month long experiment. I'm in this for good!
xo Megan
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
A Truly Good Day...
Today I woke up at 6:30 am went to work, came home, went to school, took a history exam, and took an economics quiz. About a month ago, I bet I would have been completely exhausted and ready for nap...
But today, Day 30, was a very good day. Josh and I went to go workout. I did 35 minutes on the Elliptical (burned 345 calories) AND did my strength training... IN THE WEIGHT ROOM (thanks to my honey who told me to get over the fact that there were lots of people around). I feel amazing and maybe even a little bit thinner. Today's weigh in was really good and I am super excited to keep it going.
The second week of my summer challenge ends on Thursday. I probably will not post the weight for this because right now I'm juggling THREE weigh in dates (blogger, summer, & youtube). Even though it sounds quite confusing, it's what is keeping me going. Usually I get bored with things and leave them alone because they no longer interest me. Definitely not this time, though!
More tomorrow!
xo Megan
my youtube
But today, Day 30, was a very good day. Josh and I went to go workout. I did 35 minutes on the Elliptical (burned 345 calories) AND did my strength training... IN THE WEIGHT ROOM (thanks to my honey who told me to get over the fact that there were lots of people around). I feel amazing and maybe even a little bit thinner. Today's weigh in was really good and I am super excited to keep it going.
The second week of my summer challenge ends on Thursday. I probably will not post the weight for this because right now I'm juggling THREE weigh in dates (blogger, summer, & youtube). Even though it sounds quite confusing, it's what is keeping me going. Usually I get bored with things and leave them alone because they no longer interest me. Definitely not this time, though!
More tomorrow!
xo Megan
my youtube
Weigh In #4
Good Morning. :)
So, here are the results:
Last Week:
Weight: 234.2
BMI: 42.8
This Week:
Weight: 231.6
BMI: 42.4
Result: -2.6
Totally awesome. I am really excited about my new YouTube account and I think that this and my new channel are really going to keep me on track!
xo Megan
So, here are the results:
Last Week:
Weight: 234.2
BMI: 42.8
This Week:
Weight: 231.6
BMI: 42.4
Result: -2.6
Totally awesome. I am really excited about my new YouTube account and I think that this and my new channel are really going to keep me on track!
xo Megan
Monday, June 22, 2009
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Another Day in the Life..
Hello Everyone,
It's day 28 and it's been a really good day. I have been drinking all of my water and I did strength training again. One thing that's different though is I actually did my lower body workout at the gym! Usually I don't go over to the weight side of the gym by myself but today I did and it felt good to do that.
One neat thing I learned today:
The liver is the organ in your body that burns stored fat, but when you are dehydrated your liver takes over for the work your kidneys can't do. So if you aren't properly hydrated your body is not burning as much fat as it could be. Don't you just want to go drink water right now?
Other than this enlightening information, nothing new is happening.
Until tomorrow,
xo Megan
It's day 28 and it's been a really good day. I have been drinking all of my water and I did strength training again. One thing that's different though is I actually did my lower body workout at the gym! Usually I don't go over to the weight side of the gym by myself but today I did and it felt good to do that.
One neat thing I learned today:
The liver is the organ in your body that burns stored fat, but when you are dehydrated your liver takes over for the work your kidneys can't do. So if you aren't properly hydrated your body is not burning as much fat as it could be. Don't you just want to go drink water right now?
Other than this enlightening information, nothing new is happening.
Until tomorrow,
xo Megan
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Day 27 (?)
I'm pretty sure this is day 27.
But anyways, Hello Hello.
I had a really good day today. It was day one of my weekly challenge thing that I started. (I know I have so much crap going on in this blog. lol). I drank all of my water and did strength training. I also went for a 25(ish) minute walk around my neighborhood AND my calories will automatically be down because.... I slept until 2:30. I know, that's bad but it was a late night last night and I haven't been getting the best sleep during the week due to my super busy schedule.
Anyways, I have been feeling so amazing lately and I wanted to talk about this a bit because I have been noticing more and more little things that I'm doing now.
First of all, I am taking much better care of myself. I am forming better habits. I take my vitamins everyday, I moisturize, I take the time to get ready for school and actually look nice. I have been taking pride in the way I look and the positive changes my body is going through. Anybody who is/has been trying to lose weight for a long time knows the drill of hiding your body at every given point in time. You don't want other people to look at you and you sure as hell aren't going to give them the chance to judge you for being over weight. Whether or not people actually judge you is irrelevant (and from what I've learned recently, those who love you won't). But anyways, I have made positive steps in that direction.
Another thing I'm just amazed with is my new habit of reaching for good foods. Sure, I did bake a cake today, and I did eat some of the batter, but in general I have been making (and wanting) a conscious effort to eat more fresh foods. Lots of vegetables and fruit. :)
Of course, I'm still doing my affirmations and I'm trying to squeeze in some daily 'quiet time' to meditate and think about all of the good things in my life. And this leads me to the most important change I've noticed. I am so much happier. I go through the day with more authentic positivity than I have in a long time. Sure, I've always been pretty happy, but now it's like I have a whole new outlook on life. A constant flow of 'happy thoughts' and affirmations goes through my head all day. It's amazing!!!!
xo Megan
But anyways, Hello Hello.
I had a really good day today. It was day one of my weekly challenge thing that I started. (I know I have so much crap going on in this blog. lol). I drank all of my water and did strength training. I also went for a 25(ish) minute walk around my neighborhood AND my calories will automatically be down because.... I slept until 2:30. I know, that's bad but it was a late night last night and I haven't been getting the best sleep during the week due to my super busy schedule.
Anyways, I have been feeling so amazing lately and I wanted to talk about this a bit because I have been noticing more and more little things that I'm doing now.
First of all, I am taking much better care of myself. I am forming better habits. I take my vitamins everyday, I moisturize, I take the time to get ready for school and actually look nice. I have been taking pride in the way I look and the positive changes my body is going through. Anybody who is/has been trying to lose weight for a long time knows the drill of hiding your body at every given point in time. You don't want other people to look at you and you sure as hell aren't going to give them the chance to judge you for being over weight. Whether or not people actually judge you is irrelevant (and from what I've learned recently, those who love you won't). But anyways, I have made positive steps in that direction.
Another thing I'm just amazed with is my new habit of reaching for good foods. Sure, I did bake a cake today, and I did eat some of the batter, but in general I have been making (and wanting) a conscious effort to eat more fresh foods. Lots of vegetables and fruit. :)
Of course, I'm still doing my affirmations and I'm trying to squeeze in some daily 'quiet time' to meditate and think about all of the good things in my life. And this leads me to the most important change I've noticed. I am so much happier. I go through the day with more authentic positivity than I have in a long time. Sure, I've always been pretty happy, but now it's like I have a whole new outlook on life. A constant flow of 'happy thoughts' and affirmations goes through my head all day. It's amazing!!!!
xo Megan
Friday, June 19, 2009
Saturday Goals
Hello Everyone,
Like I said, I'm going to start posting small weekly goals every Saturday.
This week I want to:
Like I said, I'm going to start posting small weekly goals every Saturday.
This week I want to:
- Drink 100 ounces of water per day
- Do my strength training (Monday-Friday)
I'll check in occasionally and let you know how these are going.
xo Megan
Day 26 (Recap)
Technically it's early Saturday morning... but who cares.
I had a super great week and I have decided that I want to start making some weekly goals to accomplish (besides the obvious lose weight goal). My goals will be posted every Saturday.
I have found that breaking your whole weight loss journey up into much smaller chucks (like weeks) makes it go by so much faster. For my 8 week summer challenge, I made small little charts with the 7 days of the week and and a row for each thing I wanted to do on a daily basis (vitamins, stretching, food log, etc.). Already, I'm on the second chart. I can't believe how fast time is going by.
It is not such a huge, overwhelming disruption of your life when you break it down. Make little changes to follow for a week (like drinking more water) and just do it. When you have accomplished it, add another. Small changes.
Good night.
Megan
I had a super great week and I have decided that I want to start making some weekly goals to accomplish (besides the obvious lose weight goal). My goals will be posted every Saturday.
I have found that breaking your whole weight loss journey up into much smaller chucks (like weeks) makes it go by so much faster. For my 8 week summer challenge, I made small little charts with the 7 days of the week and and a row for each thing I wanted to do on a daily basis (vitamins, stretching, food log, etc.). Already, I'm on the second chart. I can't believe how fast time is going by.
It is not such a huge, overwhelming disruption of your life when you break it down. Make little changes to follow for a week (like drinking more water) and just do it. When you have accomplished it, add another. Small changes.
Good night.
Megan
Happy Friday!
Dane Cook tonight. I am so frikking excited.
It has been a really good week and I'm ready for the next.
No real recommendations or cool sites this Friday. Maybe I'll post some tomorrow. Josh and I are about to leave for Dallas!
Happy Weekend!
xo Megan
It has been a really good week and I'm ready for the next.
No real recommendations or cool sites this Friday. Maybe I'll post some tomorrow. Josh and I are about to leave for Dallas!
Happy Weekend!
xo Megan
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Day 25...
Hello Everyone,
It has been a super, amazingly great day. First of all, I made a 100 on my economics exam! I am so proud of myself. Secondly, I have been on such a high from my summer weigh in this morning. I just can't believe I'm actually doing this. I know that I say that all the time and you're probably sick of it, but seriously, I have never stuck to any weight loss plan for 25 DAYS!!! I am so completely proud of myself.
One thing I want to mention, that I truly think is making a difference in my life is affirmations. Every night before I go to bed, I tell myself that I am getting skinnier, healthier, and sexier everyday. When I am at the gym I say to myself, "The fat is burning off of my body right now, because I wants to be healthier." It may sound a little crazy, but I swear it makes a difference. If you tell your brain to do something, it will do it!
I recommend that you try it out. You might feel like you're a crazy person for talking to yourself (I only say it in my head), but it will feel amazing when you suddenly realize that you are doing exactly what you want! Just go get it!
Good night! :)
xo Megan
It has been a super, amazingly great day. First of all, I made a 100 on my economics exam! I am so proud of myself. Secondly, I have been on such a high from my summer weigh in this morning. I just can't believe I'm actually doing this. I know that I say that all the time and you're probably sick of it, but seriously, I have never stuck to any weight loss plan for 25 DAYS!!! I am so completely proud of myself.
One thing I want to mention, that I truly think is making a difference in my life is affirmations. Every night before I go to bed, I tell myself that I am getting skinnier, healthier, and sexier everyday. When I am at the gym I say to myself, "The fat is burning off of my body right now, because I wants to be healthier." It may sound a little crazy, but I swear it makes a difference. If you tell your brain to do something, it will do it!
I recommend that you try it out. You might feel like you're a crazy person for talking to yourself (I only say it in my head), but it will feel amazing when you suddenly realize that you are doing exactly what you want! Just go get it!
Good night! :)
xo Megan
Another 'Holy Crap' Moment...
I wasn't going to post my summer challege weigh ins because I thought it could get confusing. But this must be posted.
My 2 day stretch challenge must be frikking working.
You might recall from Weigh In #3 my weight was:
234.2
Today, end of week one summer challenge:
Weight: 231.8!
BMI 42.4
AH-MAZ-ING!
Just wanted to share the completely awesome move!
xo Megan
My 2 day stretch challenge must be frikking working.
You might recall from Weigh In #3 my weight was:
234.2
Today, end of week one summer challenge:
Weight: 231.8!
BMI 42.4
AH-MAZ-ING!
Just wanted to share the completely awesome move!
xo Megan
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Happy Wednesday!
Hello Everyone,
I had a marvelous day. I think I totally kicked ass on my Economics test, I at really well, drank a lot of water, and worked out. Overall, pretty frikking good.
Mostly, I'm just really really busy. Which is good.
I also wanted to say that I think deciding do go natural/organic must be one of the most confusing things ever. In Denton, we have this cute store called The Cupboard and they sell all natural or organic foods. It's really cute, but just being in there is a trip. I have no idea where to start (well actually I already switched to natural peanut butter...). I want to get into it slowly. I am becoming more and more aware of all of the chemicals I put in my body on a daily basis! Eek!
More updates on that hopefully.
See you tomorrow!
Megan
I had a marvelous day. I think I totally kicked ass on my Economics test, I at really well, drank a lot of water, and worked out. Overall, pretty frikking good.
Mostly, I'm just really really busy. Which is good.
I also wanted to say that I think deciding do go natural/organic must be one of the most confusing things ever. In Denton, we have this cute store called The Cupboard and they sell all natural or organic foods. It's really cute, but just being in there is a trip. I have no idea where to start (well actually I already switched to natural peanut butter...). I want to get into it slowly. I am becoming more and more aware of all of the chemicals I put in my body on a daily basis! Eek!
More updates on that hopefully.
See you tomorrow!
Megan
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Two Day Stretch Challenge...
Hey Everyone,
Last post for the day I promise.
I'm not sure if I mentioned this but on Friday my honey and I are going to Dallas to see Dane Cook. I am frikking excited. I love his comedy and I've never been to Dallas without chaperons.
Anyways, the thought occurred to me that this weekend is going to be fabulous and, hell, I want to look fabulous too. So I'm instating a 2 day Stretch Challenge (def. stretching what you're already doing a little bit more as long as it's healthy). For Wednesday and Thursday and I am going to:
Last post for the day I promise.
I'm not sure if I mentioned this but on Friday my honey and I are going to Dallas to see Dane Cook. I am frikking excited. I love his comedy and I've never been to Dallas without chaperons.
Anyways, the thought occurred to me that this weekend is going to be fabulous and, hell, I want to look fabulous too. So I'm instating a 2 day Stretch Challenge (def. stretching what you're already doing a little bit more as long as it's healthy). For Wednesday and Thursday and I am going to:
- Substitute one meal for a meal replacement (I have slim fasts stocked up in the refrigerator from my last diet attempt and quite frankly I need to get rid of them anyways).
- Drink 5 full bottles of water per day. (I have one green bottle that I drink out of all the time and I'm not quite sure how much it holds... probably 20ish ounces).
- Workout for 30 minutes everyday. (It will probably end up being basketball, walking, or a trip to the rec center).
- AND lastly, Do my complete strength training routines for each day. (Wednesday: arms and abs & Thursday: Legs and abs)
So, there you have it folks. My two day stretch challenge. It is quite a lot but it is only two days and damn it I can do this!
Check in for daily updates!!!
xo Megan
Diary Day 23
Hello Everyone...
Man, I have been on a high all day because of this mornings weigh-in. I am totally amazed.
That brings my total up to 3.2 pounds lost in 3 weeks and 8.8lbs lost since around March. Not dramatic, but you know what? Most times dramatic changes do nothing. How many times have I done something dramatic with my diet and/or workout routine in order to "lose as much asap" and totally fail 2 days in??? A LOT!
Not this time, I'm getting healthy, skinny, yes, but mostly healthy. When I reach my goal (and I will) I will already know how to maintain what I've accomplished. I will have been feeling healthy and looking better for a long time. I just have to remember that the best things are worth waiting for!
So, what inspires you???
xo Megan
ps. I kind of realized today that my post with the picture of the wedding dress may have implied that I'm engaged... but I'm not. I just know that I will hopefully be getting married within the next few years and I will look amazing by then!
Man, I have been on a high all day because of this mornings weigh-in. I am totally amazed.
That brings my total up to 3.2 pounds lost in 3 weeks and 8.8lbs lost since around March. Not dramatic, but you know what? Most times dramatic changes do nothing. How many times have I done something dramatic with my diet and/or workout routine in order to "lose as much asap" and totally fail 2 days in??? A LOT!
Not this time, I'm getting healthy, skinny, yes, but mostly healthy. When I reach my goal (and I will) I will already know how to maintain what I've accomplished. I will have been feeling healthy and looking better for a long time. I just have to remember that the best things are worth waiting for!
So, what inspires you???
xo Megan
ps. I kind of realized today that my post with the picture of the wedding dress may have implied that I'm engaged... but I'm not. I just know that I will hopefully be getting married within the next few years and I will look amazing by then!
Weigh In #3... Holy Crap!
Goooood Morning Everyone!
Okay, I'm just going to go straight for the results....
Last Week:
Weight: 235.8
BMI: 43.1
THIS WEEK:
Weight: 234.2
BMI: 42.8
Result: -1.6 LBS.
AHHHHH!!! How awesome is that??? I cannot believe. All I'll say is that my summer challenge is definitely working. It's making me kick butt! I have a weekly chart up on the refrigerator in my apartment where I check off the things I'm supposed to do daily and I'm doing them!!!!
I am so frikking amazed that it is already weigh-in number 3. I don't think I could properly explain this to you, but I have NEVER STUCK WITH ANY WEIGHT LOSS PLAN for more than a few days, let alone 3 whole weeks!
So here's to week #4!
Later guys!
xo Megan
Okay, I'm just going to go straight for the results....
Last Week:
Weight: 235.8
BMI: 43.1
THIS WEEK:
Weight: 234.2
BMI: 42.8
Result: -1.6 LBS.
AHHHHH!!! How awesome is that??? I cannot believe. All I'll say is that my summer challenge is definitely working. It's making me kick butt! I have a weekly chart up on the refrigerator in my apartment where I check off the things I'm supposed to do daily and I'm doing them!!!!
I am so frikking amazed that it is already weigh-in number 3. I don't think I could properly explain this to you, but I have NEVER STUCK WITH ANY WEIGHT LOSS PLAN for more than a few days, let alone 3 whole weeks!
So here's to week #4!
Later guys!
xo Megan
Monday, June 15, 2009
Day 22
Hello Everyone,
No real news except that I met my new neighbors and it looks like my boyfriend and I have new friends! Yay. They are a really nice newlywed couple.
Secondly, I got my wedding planning certification materials in the mail today! Also exciting! I don't know if I mentioned this, but after I graduate I really want to be a wedding planner and most likely start my own business.
And, now on to weight loss:
I did okay today. Josh and I went out for sushi with the new neighbors and from what I have researched on my caloriecount page, sushi is not that horrible for you. So... yay.
Tomorrow is the weigh in. Be sure to check in.
xo Megan
No real news except that I met my new neighbors and it looks like my boyfriend and I have new friends! Yay. They are a really nice newlywed couple.
Secondly, I got my wedding planning certification materials in the mail today! Also exciting! I don't know if I mentioned this, but after I graduate I really want to be a wedding planner and most likely start my own business.
And, now on to weight loss:
I did okay today. Josh and I went out for sushi with the new neighbors and from what I have researched on my caloriecount page, sushi is not that horrible for you. So... yay.
Tomorrow is the weigh in. Be sure to check in.
xo Megan
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Positivity
Okay,
The title this blog started out with was "Blerg", which was meant to convey my disappointment in myself... but, no. I refuse to go back to that self-loathing person who falls off plan once and then completely gives up!
So yes, last night I couldn't sleep, turned on my computer and ate a shitload of Chex Mix while watching YouTube videos. And yes, today I had two cupcakes after baking my new neighbors something to welcome them. But in retrospect, I have been totally awesome this week. I have tracked my calories, worked about at least 4 times, and have been feeling really good about what I am doing.
Falling off plan once in 21 days is nothing. It is complete proof that I can do this!
I am getting skinnier, healthier, and sexier everyday!
xo Megan
The title this blog started out with was "Blerg", which was meant to convey my disappointment in myself... but, no. I refuse to go back to that self-loathing person who falls off plan once and then completely gives up!
So yes, last night I couldn't sleep, turned on my computer and ate a shitload of Chex Mix while watching YouTube videos. And yes, today I had two cupcakes after baking my new neighbors something to welcome them. But in retrospect, I have been totally awesome this week. I have tracked my calories, worked about at least 4 times, and have been feeling really good about what I am doing.
Falling off plan once in 21 days is nothing. It is complete proof that I can do this!
I am getting skinnier, healthier, and sexier everyday!
xo Megan
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Working out...
Hello Everyone,
I just wanted to check in about working out. My boyfriend and I went to the Rec Center on campus for the first time in a very long time.
So I did my 30 minutes on the Elliptical with a 5 minute cool down and it felt really good. Afterwards, my honey and I went to the basketball court and shot hoops for about 30 minutes. All in all a pretty extensive workout but, seriously, the last 30 minutes of basketball felt more like fun and not like exercise (I'm actually getting pretty good at shooting baskets!)
Total I burned over 500 calories! Awesome!
See you tomorrow!
Megan
I just wanted to check in about working out. My boyfriend and I went to the Rec Center on campus for the first time in a very long time.
So I did my 30 minutes on the Elliptical with a 5 minute cool down and it felt really good. Afterwards, my honey and I went to the basketball court and shot hoops for about 30 minutes. All in all a pretty extensive workout but, seriously, the last 30 minutes of basketball felt more like fun and not like exercise (I'm actually getting pretty good at shooting baskets!)
Total I burned over 500 calories! Awesome!
See you tomorrow!
Megan
DAY 20...
Hey Everyone!
I just wanted to say very quickly that... HOLY CRAP! IT'S DAY 20. This is so amazing you guys. I already feel so much better than I have (and by better I mean sore as hell. LOL).
Anyways, I hope you all are having a great Saturday.
I'll probably check in later tonight.
xo Megan
I just wanted to say very quickly that... HOLY CRAP! IT'S DAY 20. This is so amazing you guys. I already feel so much better than I have (and by better I mean sore as hell. LOL).
Anyways, I hope you all are having a great Saturday.
I'll probably check in later tonight.
xo Megan
Friday, June 12, 2009
Happy Friday
Hello Everyone. I hope you're weekend is off to a great start.
I am currently following Shanti on her new youtube channel called antishayreads. Here, she just reads aloud books that she loves and feels others should know about. Currently she is reading In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto. Right now I'm just listening when I can, and from what I've heard so far, this book is awesome. In it, Michael Pollan talks about how what most of us consume and consider 'food' is not really food. I'm not sure if I will buy it, but I will definitely listen to it.
So check out those two things if you're interested.
xo Megan
I am currently following Shanti on her new youtube channel called antishayreads. Here, she just reads aloud books that she loves and feels others should know about. Currently she is reading In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto. Right now I'm just listening when I can, and from what I've heard so far, this book is awesome. In it, Michael Pollan talks about how what most of us consume and consider 'food' is not really food. I'm not sure if I will buy it, but I will definitely listen to it.
So check out those two things if you're interested.
xo Megan
My Uncle
Good Morning Everyone,
I just wanted to talk a little bit about my Uncle Scott. He has been my hero every since I was a little girl. He is a fighter pilot for the Navy and just recently he was sent off to Afghanistan. I am scared to death for him but I know he'll come back fine because he has too.
My uncle has never ever said anything about my weight. I see him so infrequently that I'm sure it's not something he wants to bring up. But he is a health 'freak'. He loves to work out and snowboard and do a lot of rather extreme sports. I know that he has worried about my health and I do not want to do that anymore.
He will be coming back from duty next August... and when I see him I am going to be healthy. That is more than a year from now, so it is totally possible for me to get my ass in gear and become a healthier me. I know he will be so proud and that's all I want to do... make him proud.
I hope you all can find powerful inspiration like this. It is often the best kind!
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Ouch.
Hello Everyone,
I'm guessing that you can assume from the title that I worked out today, and oh yes I did.
I played basketball with my honey for about an hour, stretched, and did my leg and ab exercises (for Thursday).
All in all, I feel super amazing (except for the soreness I will feel tomorrow). :)
I did want to talk a little about something unexpected I realized in my Economics class this afternoon. My teacher was talking about unemployment and how the rate varies from group to group (women, men, white, Hispanic, etc.). Anyways, he mentioned a study done by the University of Texas called "Beauty and the Beast" where the researcher discovered that despite discrimination prevention a lot of hirer's look at physical attractiveness (perhaps unconsciously, perhaps not) when talking to potential candidates. I sat there and thought, "Wow, I DO NOT want to be someone who is turned down from a job because I am over weight." I can, in fact, understand how being over weight could be interpreted badly in a job setting. Obviously if you can't take care of you're own body and healthy, you won't be able to take a lot of responsibility within the company. It doesn't matter if you are the most qualified person for the job. New employers don't know that and they won't care.
This honestly scares me. I refuse to be one of those people. When I get out into the job market, I want people to see my personality and my skill sets and NOT my weight.
Yet, another reason why this weight loss journey I'm on right now is for real. There is no turning back. I've already gotten further than I have in the past and I'm sticking to it!
I'm guessing that you can assume from the title that I worked out today, and oh yes I did.
I played basketball with my honey for about an hour, stretched, and did my leg and ab exercises (for Thursday).
All in all, I feel super amazing (except for the soreness I will feel tomorrow). :)
I did want to talk a little about something unexpected I realized in my Economics class this afternoon. My teacher was talking about unemployment and how the rate varies from group to group (women, men, white, Hispanic, etc.). Anyways, he mentioned a study done by the University of Texas called "Beauty and the Beast" where the researcher discovered that despite discrimination prevention a lot of hirer's look at physical attractiveness (perhaps unconsciously, perhaps not) when talking to potential candidates. I sat there and thought, "Wow, I DO NOT want to be someone who is turned down from a job because I am over weight." I can, in fact, understand how being over weight could be interpreted badly in a job setting. Obviously if you can't take care of you're own body and healthy, you won't be able to take a lot of responsibility within the company. It doesn't matter if you are the most qualified person for the job. New employers don't know that and they won't care.
This honestly scares me. I refuse to be one of those people. When I get out into the job market, I want people to see my personality and my skill sets and NOT my weight.
Yet, another reason why this weight loss journey I'm on right now is for real. There is no turning back. I've already gotten further than I have in the past and I'm sticking to it!
What I tell myself every night:
I am getting skinnier, healthier, and sexier everyday!
Now, if I can do this, you can too! So get out there, get motivated and do it!!!!
xo Megan
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Day 17
Not much to report. I am super excited about my summer challenge, so check it out and join me if you want to!!! Today was pretty much the same as yesterday... busy, busy, busy.
Summer Challenge starts tomorrow!
I think I'm just going to start with the weight from this past Tuesday. I only want to have one weigh in per week to keep it interesting. Turns out that that is a big challenge for me. I am once again, getting addicted to the scale. But I am trying hard to not be.
There is no point in getting stressed out about weight loss. It doesn't help you! So calm down and kick some ass!!!! :)
xo Megan
Summer Weight Loss Challenge
Hey All,
Here are the details of my own personal summer challege. Eight weeks long. Let's see if I can do this!!!
Here are the details of my own personal summer challege. Eight weeks long. Let's see if I can do this!!!
Summer Weight Loss
Start: June 11, 2009 End: August 6, 2009
8 WEEKS – GOAL: 20LBS
Start: June 11, 2009 End: August 6, 2009
8 WEEKS – GOAL: 20LBS
Food:
- Minimal coffee and soda
- More fresh foods
- Lots of water
- Keep calories under 1800
- Track calories daily on caloriecount.com
- STOP EATING WHEN FULL
Exercise:
Weeks 1-2
- Workout 3x per week, at least 30 minutes each
- Stretch everyday
- 3 sets of 10 for strength training
Weeks 3-5
- Workout 4x per week, at least 30 minutes each
- At least 1 class per week
- Stretch everyday
- 3 sets of 15 for strength training
Weeks 6-8
- Workout 4x per week, at least 30 minutes each
- At least 1 class per week
- At least 1 swimming workout per week
- Stretch everyday
- 3 sets of 20 for strength training
Strength Training:
- Arms (MWF): pushups and free weights
- Legs (TR): squats, lunges
- Abs (MTWRF): crunches, v-ups, reverse crunches
- Butt (MWF): squats, butt lifts
"I am getting skinnier, healthier, and sexier everyday"
"I will kick ass this summer"
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Ehhhhh... Day 16
Hello Everyone,
I had a really good day today. The reason my title is so 'blah' is because, today I got the first glimpse of how busy my summer will be. I have class from 10-2 (with no breaks) and then Tuesday through Thursday I work from 2:30-5:00, and then I come home, cook dinner, and do homework. All in all, I will definitely not be bored.
So, I eat lunch on the way to my second class. I think that this is a good thing, because it definitely stops me from over-eating. All I really bring is a sandwich and I eat it while walking. I also bring some natural granola to snack on in the afternoon. I've been drinking a lot of water, and not a lot of coffee. I even managed to squeeze in a walk this evening with my honey. I am doing really well!!!
Right now, I'm working on a 'Summer Makeover' plan. Since I'm living in Denton now, I won't be seeing my family until August, maybe. Wouldn't it be totally amazing if I showed up to the family vacation 20lbs lighter???? Uh, the answer is yes!
I'm working on the details. I'm not sure if it will be a week by week thing or a monthly thing, but we'll see. Hopefully, I'll get to post all of the details tomorrow.
xo Megan
PS. I now have my 'progress log' at the very bottom of the page, I'll update it at each weigh in!
I had a really good day today. The reason my title is so 'blah' is because, today I got the first glimpse of how busy my summer will be. I have class from 10-2 (with no breaks) and then Tuesday through Thursday I work from 2:30-5:00, and then I come home, cook dinner, and do homework. All in all, I will definitely not be bored.
So, I eat lunch on the way to my second class. I think that this is a good thing, because it definitely stops me from over-eating. All I really bring is a sandwich and I eat it while walking. I also bring some natural granola to snack on in the afternoon. I've been drinking a lot of water, and not a lot of coffee. I even managed to squeeze in a walk this evening with my honey. I am doing really well!!!
Right now, I'm working on a 'Summer Makeover' plan. Since I'm living in Denton now, I won't be seeing my family until August, maybe. Wouldn't it be totally amazing if I showed up to the family vacation 20lbs lighter???? Uh, the answer is yes!
I'm working on the details. I'm not sure if it will be a week by week thing or a monthly thing, but we'll see. Hopefully, I'll get to post all of the details tomorrow.
xo Megan
PS. I now have my 'progress log' at the very bottom of the page, I'll update it at each weigh in!
Weigh In #2
Good Morning Everyone!
Good news... Even though I went home this weekend, and ate everything in sight I still LOST! How Amazing is that?
Last Week:
Weight: 236.8
BMI: 43.3
This Week:
Weight: 235.8
BMI: 43.1
Wow. I cannot believe I lost a pound this week. I am completely blown away. So now... onto the next week. I think I'm just going to keep following the same 4 'new habits' as last week as I didn't exactly do them everyday...
Stretching, moisturizing, blogging, and taking vitamins.
Have a good Tuesday!
xo Megan
Good news... Even though I went home this weekend, and ate everything in sight I still LOST! How Amazing is that?
Last Week:
Weight: 236.8
BMI: 43.3
This Week:
Weight: 235.8
BMI: 43.1
Wow. I cannot believe I lost a pound this week. I am completely blown away. So now... onto the next week. I think I'm just going to keep following the same 4 'new habits' as last week as I didn't exactly do them everyday...
Stretching, moisturizing, blogging, and taking vitamins.
Have a good Tuesday!
xo Megan
Monday, June 8, 2009
Day 15... again...
I know, I know... I already named my earlier post "Day 15"... but I just cannot believe that I have actually done something for 15 days! That is totally amazing.
I've been doing pretty good with all of my 'new habits'. Stretching and moisturizing every night, drinking lots of water, and taking my vitamins every morning.
Tonight, my boyfriend and I went to the park nearby and played basketball for about an hour. Now that is fun. I am not good at basketball at all, but it sure is fun. I definitely got my workout today.
Now that I'm beginning the THIRD week of my life change I will start establishing my workout plan. It will take a while to get one that I really love and do not get bored with but, have no fear, because I will!!!
Anyways, stay tuned for the weigh-in tomorrow.
Goodnight all,
Megan
I've been doing pretty good with all of my 'new habits'. Stretching and moisturizing every night, drinking lots of water, and taking my vitamins every morning.
Tonight, my boyfriend and I went to the park nearby and played basketball for about an hour. Now that is fun. I am not good at basketball at all, but it sure is fun. I definitely got my workout today.
Now that I'm beginning the THIRD week of my life change I will start establishing my workout plan. It will take a while to get one that I really love and do not get bored with but, have no fear, because I will!!!
Anyways, stay tuned for the weigh-in tomorrow.
Goodnight all,
Megan
Day 15!!!
Hello Everyone!
It's Monday, and I just got out of summer school. Now, I might be crazy for saying this... but I actually like going to class. Sure, it's going to be tough because I'm cramming two 15 week courses into 5 weeks but it gives me a lot of stuff to do. I am in super-productive mode right now.
I'm hoping that this new pound productivity will serve as an outlet for excess energy and dreaded boredom. The more stuff I have to do, the less I get bored and want to eat.
I am definitely recovering from my vacation mindset of 'Eat EVERYTHING in Sight'. Blech....
More later,
xo Megan
It's Monday, and I just got out of summer school. Now, I might be crazy for saying this... but I actually like going to class. Sure, it's going to be tough because I'm cramming two 15 week courses into 5 weeks but it gives me a lot of stuff to do. I am in super-productive mode right now.
I'm hoping that this new pound productivity will serve as an outlet for excess energy and dreaded boredom. The more stuff I have to do, the less I get bored and want to eat.
I am definitely recovering from my vacation mindset of 'Eat EVERYTHING in Sight'. Blech....
More later,
xo Megan
Sunday, June 7, 2009
No Hot Water.... AHHH
Ugh, so I just got back to my apartment from a very long and 'traffic-full' 6 1/2 hour drive and... yup that's right.... no hot water. Blech....
So anyways, hello everyone.
I am back and now will be able to, hopefully, blog a little bit more regularly like I had been doing. I did completely awful this weekend. Lots of cookies, chocolate, and restaurants. I can definitely feel it too. But tomorrow is a new day and I will start again like I've been eating healthy my whole life. I'm not expecting great things on Tuesday for my weigh in, but like I said earlier, the key for me right now is to keep being focused on doing something. If I can get over this past weekend and the weigh-in (whatever it may be) and keep going, it will be so much further than I have gone in the past.
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. Maybe I'll blog some more later, but if not. Have an amazing Monday....
xo Megan
Friday, June 5, 2009
Happy Friday: Recs and Discount Tire
Hello Everyone,
Sorry this is so late. I have been super busy with family and my sister's graduation. So, sorry.
I wanted to make one recommendation. Natalie is part of the weight loss losers group and she is really funny, clever, and someone you just want to listen to.
She has lots of funny anecdotes about losing weight and her whole journey (which she is still on). So, check her out.
Also, I wanted to add one fun 'tidbit'. I don't know about you, but I totally love going to Discount Tire Company all dressed up. Of course there are plenty of adorable guys to stare at, but if you just dress up and flirt a little you see how they think you know nothing. Not just about tires, but nothing at all. I just find it funny that guys can be like that and I also kind of like the attention. It's fun and you should try it! lol
Good night all.
xo Megan
Sorry this is so late. I have been super busy with family and my sister's graduation. So, sorry.
I wanted to make one recommendation. Natalie is part of the weight loss losers group and she is really funny, clever, and someone you just want to listen to.
She has lots of funny anecdotes about losing weight and her whole journey (which she is still on). So, check her out.
Also, I wanted to add one fun 'tidbit'. I don't know about you, but I totally love going to Discount Tire Company all dressed up. Of course there are plenty of adorable guys to stare at, but if you just dress up and flirt a little you see how they think you know nothing. Not just about tires, but nothing at all. I just find it funny that guys can be like that and I also kind of like the attention. It's fun and you should try it! lol
Good night all.
xo Megan
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Amazing Video...
I know, I know... it is super late.
But this video is so amazing. In it, Shanti addresses positive self talk. It is amazing and it makes so much sense. If you are feeling uninspired of wondering why you are not taking the proper actions to get healthy (like I often do) WATCH IT.
xo Megan
Ps. to myself: I am getting healthier everyday and making healthy choices.
Pss. to you: watch the video to get my first ps.
But this video is so amazing. In it, Shanti addresses positive self talk. It is amazing and it makes so much sense. If you are feeling uninspired of wondering why you are not taking the proper actions to get healthy (like I often do) WATCH IT.
xo Megan
Ps. to myself: I am getting healthier everyday and making healthy choices.
Pss. to you: watch the video to get my first ps.
I'm Home...
Well kind of... I'm back in my parents house after a long 6 hour drive. Blech... I am so tired.. but yet I am up at almost 1:00am.
Anyways, I wanted to say that I had an okay day. I now that I did eat more than I should have but tomorrow my sister, Tabetha, and I are going to a Zumba class to workout. Yay.
So I'll keep this short because it's so late.
xo Megan
Anyways, I wanted to say that I had an okay day. I now that I did eat more than I should have but tomorrow my sister, Tabetha, and I are going to a Zumba class to workout. Yay.
So I'll keep this short because it's so late.
xo Megan
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Technically it's Wednesday morning... but...
I wanted to add some new habits to my list....
So far I have added taking vitamins everyday, moisturizing everyday, and (obviously) blogging daily. This week I want to add just one: stretching every night.
I used to be super flexible and now I feel really stiff when I wake up. So from now on, I will stretch on a daily basis.
Just wanted to add that. Now seriously... good night.
xo Megan
So far I have added taking vitamins everyday, moisturizing everyday, and (obviously) blogging daily. This week I want to add just one: stretching every night.
I used to be super flexible and now I feel really stiff when I wake up. So from now on, I will stretch on a daily basis.
Just wanted to add that. Now seriously... good night.
xo Megan
Tuesday...
So after today's weigh in I feel like I need to find some new inspiration. Part of the reason I think I have failed so much in the past is because I get 'bored' easily. I don't get what I want immediately and I give up because I'd rather have food.
Well, not this time. I don't need food to be happy... I need to love myself to be happy and I can't do that when I am this overweight. How do I stay inspired??
Well, not this time. I don't need food to be happy... I need to love myself to be happy and I can't do that when I am this overweight. How do I stay inspired??
Well for one, this blog has already gotten my farther than I have in the past. I look forward to writing everyday. I like talking about my problems without being judged and pitied because I've let my weight problem get this far. Also, I don't have anyone telling me what I should be doing. My family is really bad about that. The truth is that I already know what I should be doing, I just need to do it. I don't need the constant reminder.
I know that this is going to take a while. Quick weight loss never or rarely works and some things are even better when you have to work hard everyday for a long time to get them. If I work as hard as I can everyday (without killing myself of course) on being a better me then the ultimate pay off will be ten million times better. I am looking forward to my 20th birthday (my goal date) next year and feeling like I have accomplished something.
In addition to the great rewards I will feel later on, I would like to add the inspiration that vanity will provide. It may be awful to say, but it is completely true. I cannot wait to feel sexy, go shopping, and love the way I look in clothes. I want to be confident and feel good in my body. It's the only one I'm going to get and I DESERVE to feel amazing.
I hope you find your own inspiration! Tell me what inspires you!
xo Megan
Weigh In #1
Hello Everyone.
It's Tuesday morning and it's weigh in number one:
Last Week:
Weight: 237.4
This Week:
Height: 5'2''
Weight: 236.8
BMI: 43.3
Okidoki, so not a big loss but that's okay because I did lose. I did go off plan yesterday and I haven't exercised at all for the past couple of days so I'd say that a lose of .6lbs is still good.
I would like to add, however, that since I started 'kind of' losing weight on my own in January I have lost 6.2lbs. Now, that's kick ass.
Also, I am super happy to report that I have blogged, taken my vitamins, and moisturized every day. (Those are the new habits I started last week.) So that is super amazing.
Tomorrow, I will be going home for my sister's graduation. Hopefully I will be able to work out at the YMCA there. More later today.
xo Megan
It's Tuesday morning and it's weigh in number one:
Last Week:
Weight: 237.4
This Week:
Height: 5'2''
Weight: 236.8
BMI: 43.3
Okidoki, so not a big loss but that's okay because I did lose. I did go off plan yesterday and I haven't exercised at all for the past couple of days so I'd say that a lose of .6lbs is still good.
I would like to add, however, that since I started 'kind of' losing weight on my own in January I have lost 6.2lbs. Now, that's kick ass.
Also, I am super happy to report that I have blogged, taken my vitamins, and moisturized every day. (Those are the new habits I started last week.) So that is super amazing.
Tomorrow, I will be going home for my sister's graduation. Hopefully I will be able to work out at the YMCA there. More later today.
xo Megan
Monday, June 1, 2009
Monday...
Hello Everyone,
All is well here. I went a little off plan today. I didn't eat a whole bunch but I definitely didn't listen to my bodies signals. And boy, did I feel gross. I felt like I couldn't move and I just wanted to go to sleep.
I need to remember what that feels like. It is utterly pointless to overeat and it just sucks after you're done. Why feel like crap if you don't have to?
Weigh-in tomorrow. Be sure to check in.
xo Megan
All is well here. I went a little off plan today. I didn't eat a whole bunch but I definitely didn't listen to my bodies signals. And boy, did I feel gross. I felt like I couldn't move and I just wanted to go to sleep.
I need to remember what that feels like. It is utterly pointless to overeat and it just sucks after you're done. Why feel like crap if you don't have to?
Weigh-in tomorrow. Be sure to check in.
xo Megan
Things I want more than sweets...
So I'm at work right now. I went into the Union and wanted coffee so badly. But no, I opted for a fresh fruit smoothie containing only 133 calories for the whole thing. Yummm.
Here are somethings that I want more than sweets:
Here are somethings that I want more than sweets:
- To shock my Uncle Scott when he comes back from Afghanistan next year.
- To never feel the sluggishness that comes from over-eating at every meal.
- To enjoy summer clothes AND actually wear them in public because I like the way they look on me.
- To be truly confident.
This time will be different.
xo Megan
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