Somewhere along the way my motiviation, desire and drive for working out and trying to live a healthy lifestyle was derailed. My mojo was gone. For several months now I have been struggling to find my way back. Every day, I had an excuse. There was always a reason why I didn't have time or there was always something else more important that needed done. Days turned into weeks and weeks have now turned into months. I started the Burst Into Summer Challenge over at the shrinkingjeans, hoping to regain my mojo. After no contact other than the first "hello's" from my team mates, I let that derail me even further. I shouldn't have and realize that now. I feel horrible for letting that be just another excuse, for letting myself and my team down.
Today I put it out there on Twitter and spoke to Brooke about needing a kick in the pants to get back on track.(Thanks Brooke for being on the other end of that tweet!) Just doing this and admitting to someone else how off track I have been really made me see. I keep making excuses, but the bottom line is for whatever reason, I've been in a lazy kinda depressed if you will stupor. All of this is stopping, and stopping now!
I had a heart to heart talk today with myself and realize just how foolish I have been. Wasting the past two months feeling lazy, sorry for myself or what ever mood I was in to have an excuse to not get up and move. I asked myself is this really how you want to live and feel the rest of your life? Of course the answer is no.
I'm over feeling sorry for myself. No one got me to the weight I am in, only myself. Feeling sorry for myself and doing nothing is going to give me nothing in return. If I want results, then I have to do something to get those results.
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Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Monday, July 4, 2011
Do You Need to "Clean" Your Mind?
We all clean, the kitchen, the bathroom, even our closets, but have you cleaned your mind? How you think and feel is one of the biggest factors in our weight and health, and is usually one of the things we never think about when trying to get healthy or lose weight. You cut back calories and exercise, but never look at what you are thinking when it comes to weight loss or health issues that may be ailing you. Its time to put all the other cleaning aside and clean your mind.
Sit down, relax and really think about the reasons behind your health and weight issues or habits. Why does it matter, you ask? Because behind every action is a thought. The thought is were it all began. Changing your thought process can literally change your life.
What is your thought process when it comes to food? Do you think of food in terms of "good" and "bad"? The problem with cateorgizing good and bad when it comes to food is that it leads to many diet related errors. Change your thought about food from "good" and "bad" food to all foods can fit into a healthful eating plan. Moderation is the key, watch the portion size, look for ways to add high nutrient foods to your diet, and lower your intake of less nutritious foods. If you include all food in a healthful diet, you will feel satisfied, healthy and more in control of your eating habits.
You have a bad week on the scale.... Do you think, "I'm not losing weight, what's the point?" If that is what pops in your mind when you don't see the number you like on the scale, realize that you are eating healthy for your well being. Of course you want to lose weight, but don't make it your sole focus point. Losing weight can be challenging, but remember, in order to lose 1 to 2 pounds per week you must lower your caloric intake by 500 to 1,000 fewer calories per day. When you are frustrated with the scale, don't let it win. Take a deep breath, realize that you are doing all the right things for your body. Remember what it was that started you on your journey to a healthier you. The weight didn't come on overnight and it will take just as long (if not longer) to take it back off. Do what you know is healthy for you and eventually the scale will reflect your hard work. Don't give up and throw in the towel. Giving up will put you in a place with possibly more health issues and even more weight to lose.
If only there were more hours in a day! Do you feel as if you don't have the time to eat right or exercise? When you look at leading a healthier lifestyle, don't overload yourself with everything all at once. Take it step by step. The first week maybe take a healthier lunch with you to work, the next week add in a little exercise, even if its 10 minutes here and there. Your body doesn't care when you do it, just do it! Gradually continue to add something each week, and before you know it, it will become something that you are accustomed to doing, and will be second nature.
Do you eat when you're hungry or do you eat to soothe your emotions? As a society we have learned to use food as a way to distract us from uncomfortable feelings. Stress, bordeom, sadness, or any difficult situation, food is like a friend. Eating in response to your feelings only makes things worse. The problem doesn't go away and you are left feeling worse for overeating. Over time this is what shows up on the scale. Find something other than food to soothe your emotions. Take a walk, curl up with a good book, relax in a hot bath, or call a friend, are a few ways to help ease your emotions.
Creating a better way of thinking will put you in control of your life. Food does not have power, you do. Your scale cannot decide that you will eat healthy and exercise, but you can. Your schedule doesn't dictate your health fate, how your handle your schedule and approach it does. Stress, problems and uncomfortable events don't have to send you in a downward spiral, simply alter how you react to them.
Once you throw out the old thoughts that have held you back and replace them with new thoughts, the healthy lifestyle you've always wanted will begin right infront of your eyes.
Sit down, relax and really think about the reasons behind your health and weight issues or habits. Why does it matter, you ask? Because behind every action is a thought. The thought is were it all began. Changing your thought process can literally change your life.
What is your thought process when it comes to food? Do you think of food in terms of "good" and "bad"? The problem with cateorgizing good and bad when it comes to food is that it leads to many diet related errors. Change your thought about food from "good" and "bad" food to all foods can fit into a healthful eating plan. Moderation is the key, watch the portion size, look for ways to add high nutrient foods to your diet, and lower your intake of less nutritious foods. If you include all food in a healthful diet, you will feel satisfied, healthy and more in control of your eating habits.
You have a bad week on the scale.... Do you think, "I'm not losing weight, what's the point?" If that is what pops in your mind when you don't see the number you like on the scale, realize that you are eating healthy for your well being. Of course you want to lose weight, but don't make it your sole focus point. Losing weight can be challenging, but remember, in order to lose 1 to 2 pounds per week you must lower your caloric intake by 500 to 1,000 fewer calories per day. When you are frustrated with the scale, don't let it win. Take a deep breath, realize that you are doing all the right things for your body. Remember what it was that started you on your journey to a healthier you. The weight didn't come on overnight and it will take just as long (if not longer) to take it back off. Do what you know is healthy for you and eventually the scale will reflect your hard work. Don't give up and throw in the towel. Giving up will put you in a place with possibly more health issues and even more weight to lose.
If only there were more hours in a day! Do you feel as if you don't have the time to eat right or exercise? When you look at leading a healthier lifestyle, don't overload yourself with everything all at once. Take it step by step. The first week maybe take a healthier lunch with you to work, the next week add in a little exercise, even if its 10 minutes here and there. Your body doesn't care when you do it, just do it! Gradually continue to add something each week, and before you know it, it will become something that you are accustomed to doing, and will be second nature.
Do you eat when you're hungry or do you eat to soothe your emotions? As a society we have learned to use food as a way to distract us from uncomfortable feelings. Stress, bordeom, sadness, or any difficult situation, food is like a friend. Eating in response to your feelings only makes things worse. The problem doesn't go away and you are left feeling worse for overeating. Over time this is what shows up on the scale. Find something other than food to soothe your emotions. Take a walk, curl up with a good book, relax in a hot bath, or call a friend, are a few ways to help ease your emotions.
Creating a better way of thinking will put you in control of your life. Food does not have power, you do. Your scale cannot decide that you will eat healthy and exercise, but you can. Your schedule doesn't dictate your health fate, how your handle your schedule and approach it does. Stress, problems and uncomfortable events don't have to send you in a downward spiral, simply alter how you react to them.
Once you throw out the old thoughts that have held you back and replace them with new thoughts, the healthy lifestyle you've always wanted will begin right infront of your eyes.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
May your Way Challenge
A new month, a new challenge! This time there are no teams, not even a partner. This time its all about me (and each of you) and the challenge I want to set up for myself for the month of May.
This challenge could've have happened at a better time! After being home from the cruise my taste buds (and stomach) are still in "vacation mode". The scales are showing it too! This has to stop and it has to stop now!!!
My goals for this challenge are:
Getting my eating under control. Eat what I know I should eat. Instead of wanting to grab the quickest or easiest thing. To remember most of the time it doesn't taste as good as I think it does. A moment on the lips, forever on the hips.
Water, water, water...I have been doing horrible in this area for a long time. I need to limit or totally do away with the soda and sweet tea.
Exercise at least 30 minutes a day, every day for the month of May. Even if its only turning on music and shaking my boo-tay! ;)
I want to be down at least 10 lbs by the end of this challenge. Would love to hit a loss of 15lbs but not sure how doable or realistic that is.
Monday, March 7, 2011
100 Pushups Challenge
Although I have been hit with the worst stomach bug EVER, and have gotten absolutely nothing done, I did make myself keep up with the 100 pushup challenge. Didn't want to get behind! Today I finished Week 1 level 2 of the challenge. Of course I am only able to do the wimpy girlie pushups. Once this challenge is over, I am challenging myself to do it all again doing military style pushups!
Monday, June 21, 2010
Summer Sizzler Challenge
I received an invite to join a new challenge over at the daily mile. This couldn't have come at a better time! I was looking for that little bit of motivation, well my lovely friend Carolyn gave that to me. ; )
The challenge starts today, June 21st (the first day of summer) and goes through September 22nd (the first day of fall). The challenge is to log in 300 miles within this time period. So I am gonna be lacing up my shoes and getting those miles in and hopefully dropping a few pounds along the way. Utimately, I hope that I can re-establish my exercise every day habit that has falling along the way side for quite some time now.
The challenge starts today, June 21st (the first day of summer) and goes through September 22nd (the first day of fall). The challenge is to log in 300 miles within this time period. So I am gonna be lacing up my shoes and getting those miles in and hopefully dropping a few pounds along the way. Utimately, I hope that I can re-establish my exercise every day habit that has falling along the way side for quite some time now.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Losing It with Jillian Michaels
I totally love, love, love this show! Although Jillian Michaels is definately a hard ass when it comes to making you stick to a plan in the gym, she is amazing at helping people find that end result. She pushes you when you think you can't go any further and proves to you that you can. She digs deep into your soul to pull out those inner demons that we all try to hide. The ones that we don't realize are hampering our ability to do our best at losing weight and feeling under control. She makes people realize that no matter what they think, they ARE worth it! The results these people find with their weight as well as the help Jillian gives them in getting the aspects of their life together are amazing.
I really need Jillian to make a trip to the east coast and kick my ass into shape!
I really need Jillian to make a trip to the east coast and kick my ass into shape!
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