Week 7 Day 1

Last week 190.2
This week 188.8
Change -1.4

First time I've seen the 180s in a couple of years. :)

For most of my adult life I've been in the range of 180-190. I expect to hit a plateau, but it will be fine. This number was actually the highest I've seen on the scale in the last 3 days. I am still enjoying weighing every day. It helps me start the day with a renewed focus. I know it is not for everyone, but I am liking it right now.

Week 6 Day 1

Last week 191.2
This week 190.2
Change -1

I KNOW my eating was not as good as it could have been this week. :)
This week my goal is to drink lots of pure water.

I am falling into a crystal light/diet soda trap that I don't want to be in. This week my goal is to drink the recommended 8-10 glasses of water each day. I am a nursing mom, so I should be on the high end of that. I am thirsty enough to drink that much, but I don't like the taste of the water in our town. If it takes me purchasing water and only drinking it is specific containers then so be it.

On a happy note, I went shopping to use a rebate check that was expiring. I purchased clothes from the misses section. The larges fit, but I went with XL because they are 100% cotton. My husband was proud because I chose to purchase 3 shirts for me. My size 16 pants are starting to bag. It is fun to see this progress.

Week 5 Day 2

This week's post on the challenge blog:

Violet- Week 5
Last week: 192.8
This week: 191.2
Loss of 1.6

Woo hoo! A loss is a loss. And if I lose slow and steady by changing my diet and exercising consistently I am more likely to keep it off. :)

This is the last week of the team part of the challenge. I went out of town this weekend, and had a sugary splurge each day. I am not feeling like I "ruined my diet" which is different from how I've viewed occasions like this in the past. I am really just ready to get back to a good routine now that I'm home. We did lots of walking and moving in general while we were gone which was great.

Things I've noticed this week.

• Sugary soda is a trigger for me. I can't stop when I have even a sip. Must stay away from it.
• Really journaling/writing down what I'm eating makes a big difference in what I put in my mouth.
• It's been long enough since I started changing my eating habits that sweet treats don't taste as good as they used to. I was sick to my stomach after a couple of bites. It was kindof fun. :)

Happy Birthday to Me!

I so enjoy my birthday.

Here is the post from the challenge blog:

Week 4
Week 3 weight 194.2
Current weight 192.8
Change 1.4 pound loss

I can't believe it is the start of week 4.



I feel good about this loss. I ate more this week and I exercised more. Mainly walking, but that is where I want to start. I think it is important that I find a good balance of losing weight, but still living. I know I have a long way to go in my eating habits, but I have made great changes already. One day at a time. :)

Week 3 Day 3

I found out today that I was the week's winner in a mini challenge with the weight loss challenge I am doing. Pretty fun! Because I was the winner, I was able to trade places with 1 player on another team. I am not usually a competitive person, but today I did change places with someone on the team that's in the lead. Definitely a motivator.

But bigger motivators:
I'm fitting into pants I haven't worn in almost 2 years.
The shoes my husband bought me for Christmas now close over the tops of my feet.
My workout pants are starting to fall off.

Week 3 Day 1

Here is this week's post on my challenge:

This week was tough for me. More hunger, more cravings, etc. But the 2nd week of a change like this is always tough. I was pleasantly surprised at the change on the scale. :) This "peer pressure" to stay on track really works for me.
Week 2 weight 199.9
Current weight 194.2
Change 5.7 loss

I really do not think that fast is the best way to go when losing weight and changing lifestyles. However, I am enjoying the accountability of the challenge and plan to not be quite so hard on myself when the challenge is over. I really do want a lifestyle change, not just a "diet."

Week 2 Day 1

One week down. I was down 5 pounds, which is a good start. I am not expecting to have big losses every week, but it is fun to see the scale drop like that.
My husband and I have discussed doing P90X. I am not sure we are that motivated, but doing it together would help. We have a problem consistently reading our scriptures together. This is a bigger commitment than that. Hm. I really am anxious to start exercising and other than a little stretching I didn't ever have an opportunity to leave the kids this week. Not necessarily excited, but I'm anxious and ready.

I have appreciated the Weight Watchers points as a guide. I really do feel like I have control over what I eat, not that there is a "diet" controlling me.

Current weight: 199.9
change -5.0

Week 1 Day 1

Here is my beginning post on the challenge blog.

Weight- 204.9

I had my 3rd baby 7 weeks ago. I don't have a problem gaining too much weight during pregnancy. It is after I have the baby and while nursing that I gain and gain.
This challenge for me is to help break some bad habits (SODA) and start some new healthy habits. I am excited to have the accountability and support that will provide.

Anyone else trying to break a soda habit?

I need to take measurements and post them quick, but I don't know where a measuring tape might be...
Here's to a great start.

Day 0

I am at the beginning of my journey. Technically, I have 5 days to go before my journey begins. I had my 3rd baby six weeks ago, and I am not going to let myself stay big or get bigger.
In 5 days I'm starting a weight loss challenge. I'm pretty nervous, but I'm glad there will be something to keep me accountable. The challenge is 10 weeks. I'm hoping this is a good jumping off point. I have much a long way to go. More than 10 weeks for sure. But I've got to start somewhere. Today I heard someone say that NOW is the time to change. It's going to be hard, but it will only get harder to start.
A little introduction:
I'm a 30 year old stay at home mom. My kids are 3.75, 2, and 6weeks. My husband is a full time college student and we live on a very tight budget. This all causes stress and not much sleep in my life. I am 5 foot 3 inches and have hovered around 200 pounds for a couple of years.
My complaints right now are depression, fatigue, and lack of clothing that fit (and refusal to purchase new ones in the sizes that do.) I have also recently (after the baby was born) developed borderline hypertension. Yuck. DEFINITELY need to fix that.
At this point, I am going to be using Weight Watchers and the Couch to 5K training program. My BIGGEST challenge is going to be giving up soda.

5 days to go...