Well, the first week of round two was pretty much like the first week of round one. I didn't give it 100% and the results reflected that. Like Ive said before, I could give 101 excuses but that's all they are and they don't change the facts. So, I just wont even waste time with them lol!
I started round 2 over again yesterday. Its sad to say but the number on the scale was not good. I gained back everything that I had lost the week before. But, I think it was more from the sodium I got from the bad foods I had eaten this weekend...so more of that and not necessarily actual weight. I say this because this morning it was down 2 of the 3 lbs I was up. I ate fairly good yesterday but didn't drink tons of water or workout.
I am so close to my goal that I just have to keep my head in the game, but this week is going to be another tough one to tackle. I have SO much to do and I just feel overwhelmed with all of it, let alone being able to really focus on this. BUT...I cant let that stop me from doing what I know I really want to do. Life will always be crazy so I just need to deal with it lol!
But really...I just want to go back to bed...or back to my vacation ;)
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Confession Time...
Ok...I feel like I need to fess up. Ive only half a$$ed it this week, and Im feeling very guilty about it! I took Monday "off" as my "reward" for doing well the two previous weeks. Probably not the best choice Ive ever made, but I really wanted to have something that I had given up. Now, Im having a heck of a time getting back into the swing of things. Honestly though, I think its more because I didn't take the time Sunday to prepare my meal plans and food. So, once again im just kind of winging it. Then, ive had a few really busy days and have made some other bad food choices. Plus, I ended up not feeling well again last night so no workout! Today, I feel like a big fat pig!
Im mad because I know better! I know I can do this. I know this works! And I know that it doesn't when I don't give it 100%!!!
I also know that I am TIRED of feeling like crap!! If I could smack myself, I would lol!
So...now I've confessed. The truth is out there. And now its time to get off my a$$ and get to work!
Ready...GO!!!
Im mad because I know better! I know I can do this. I know this works! And I know that it doesn't when I don't give it 100%!!!
I also know that I am TIRED of feeling like crap!! If I could smack myself, I would lol!
So...now I've confessed. The truth is out there. And now its time to get off my a$$ and get to work!
Ready...GO!!!
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
Day 21/21:
I did it! I finished the first round of the 21 Day Fix! AND....I had some pretty good results! They are necessarily "WOW!" numbers, but I am very happy!!
My total loss was 5.4 (actually 6.4 cause I gained a pound after the first week, ouch) and 7 total inches! If I can keep up this momentum, I will have my beach body in no time!!
With that said, I did take yesterday "off". I went to lunch with my hubby and enjoyed a special dinner with my family, including desert! I don't want to say that I rewarded myself with food, but honestly knowing that I was going to have a day to eat some things that I had given up really helped push me through when cravings started. Of course, I felt so yucky and bloated by the end of the night lol! Just makes me want to get back to my healthy choices today!
So...today I start ROUND 2!! I can say that I am looking forward to it more this time then I was the last time, now that I can see it does work...if you stick to it! :)
With that said, I did take yesterday "off". I went to lunch with my hubby and enjoyed a special dinner with my family, including desert! I don't want to say that I rewarded myself with food, but honestly knowing that I was going to have a day to eat some things that I had given up really helped push me through when cravings started. Of course, I felt so yucky and bloated by the end of the night lol! Just makes me want to get back to my healthy choices today!
So...today I start ROUND 2!! I can say that I am looking forward to it more this time then I was the last time, now that I can see it does work...if you stick to it! :)
Monday, March 10, 2014
Day 15/21
I am happy to report that this week was much better than the previous! I went into it with a whole different attitude than I did the week before. I was excited the first week, but quickly lost that when I struggled with trying to figure out what I could eat and when. It was overwhelming. And then injuring myself on top of that didn't help. Also, I now know that some of my emotional craziness was much thanks to dear Aunt Flo who has made an appearance this week. Hey...it is was it is ;)
When I weighed yesterday I was down to 156. Today was 157 (thank you Aunt Flo!) But I am still happy with that. My measurements weren't much different, but I can see other areas (that I don't measure) look slimmer. I still have a ways to go but I am feeling much more confident about the progress I am making!
I also finally made the decision to officially "coach." When I ordered my 21 day fix program I signed up as a coach so I could get my package sooner, but really didn't have any intentions of coaching. Although, there was just something nagging at me telling me I should. I weighed (no pun intended) my options heavily for many weeks. I found many reasons to say no, but every time I went to say no, I just couldn't bring myself to do it. Something (or Someone) was stopping me.
Then, a few days ago, Hannah contacted me to let me know that I was going to be charged for the Club Membership m automatic Shakeology shipment, and my coaching website soon if I didn't cancel.
GULP! That meant it was time to make a decision! I typed in, "Im sorry, I just don't think coaching is the right move for me right now..." BUT, I just couldn't push send! So...I decided to do it. What was it going to hurt to try, right? I decided to give it one month and see how it goes.
I don't know if this is God's plan for me or not. Maybe He's leading me down this path for another reason, but I am sure that He was nudging me in this direction. Guess we will see....
Here is my progress pic for this week. I can see some change there which is exciting!
When I weighed yesterday I was down to 156. Today was 157 (thank you Aunt Flo!) But I am still happy with that. My measurements weren't much different, but I can see other areas (that I don't measure) look slimmer. I still have a ways to go but I am feeling much more confident about the progress I am making!
I also finally made the decision to officially "coach." When I ordered my 21 day fix program I signed up as a coach so I could get my package sooner, but really didn't have any intentions of coaching. Although, there was just something nagging at me telling me I should. I weighed (no pun intended) my options heavily for many weeks. I found many reasons to say no, but every time I went to say no, I just couldn't bring myself to do it. Something (or Someone) was stopping me.
Then, a few days ago, Hannah contacted me to let me know that I was going to be charged for the Club Membership m automatic Shakeology shipment, and my coaching website soon if I didn't cancel.
GULP! That meant it was time to make a decision! I typed in, "Im sorry, I just don't think coaching is the right move for me right now..." BUT, I just couldn't push send! So...I decided to do it. What was it going to hurt to try, right? I decided to give it one month and see how it goes.
I don't know if this is God's plan for me or not. Maybe He's leading me down this path for another reason, but I am sure that He was nudging me in this direction. Guess we will see....
Here is my progress pic for this week. I can see some change there which is exciting!
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Day 10:21 Day Fix
Today is Wednesday and so far Im doing fantastic! For REALZ! I had to go back to the grocery store last night and I promised the kids a treat if they were good. They all wanted a candy bar so that's what they got...but, I did NOT!! YAY me :)
Last week I had said I was going to stay off the scale until Monday. Well, I stayed off until Sunday and when I got on I was HIGHLY disappointed. It made me want to quit. I hadn't lost a single pound so what was the point?!? Now, I realize that I hadn't given it a 100% but still, I had given it at least 85% and there should've been some loss, right?!?
This week, the scale is my friend! I know everybody says stay off it....it will only discourage you...don't let it take over. I say...whatever! I need that reassurance every day. If I see a loss, it encourages me to keep going. If I don't, it lets me know that I need to step it up. And you know what, Im ok with that! If everybody jumped off a bridge, would I?? LOL!
I am going to see a doctor though. I just called today. I have had some major stomach issues recently (but ongoing for quite awhile actually) I am afraid that could be at least part of my problem. I was looking up some things on web md today and I might possibly have IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) Now, I do NOT like to self diagnose by any means, but I had nearly every single one of the symptoms and have had for quite awhile. Anyway...hopefully we can figure something out. I just feel in my heart something is not 'right'. I am seeing a new (to me) doctor so hopefully she will actually try to figure something out. I feel like the last doc I went to was clueless. He didn't address any of the concerns that I was actually wanting to see him for.
Ok...enough yapping from me!
Peace out <3 p="">
Last week I had said I was going to stay off the scale until Monday. Well, I stayed off until Sunday and when I got on I was HIGHLY disappointed. It made me want to quit. I hadn't lost a single pound so what was the point?!? Now, I realize that I hadn't given it a 100% but still, I had given it at least 85% and there should've been some loss, right?!?
This week, the scale is my friend! I know everybody says stay off it....it will only discourage you...don't let it take over. I say...whatever! I need that reassurance every day. If I see a loss, it encourages me to keep going. If I don't, it lets me know that I need to step it up. And you know what, Im ok with that! If everybody jumped off a bridge, would I?? LOL!
I am going to see a doctor though. I just called today. I have had some major stomach issues recently (but ongoing for quite awhile actually) I am afraid that could be at least part of my problem. I was looking up some things on web md today and I might possibly have IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) Now, I do NOT like to self diagnose by any means, but I had nearly every single one of the symptoms and have had for quite awhile. Anyway...hopefully we can figure something out. I just feel in my heart something is not 'right'. I am seeing a new (to me) doctor so hopefully she will actually try to figure something out. I feel like the last doc I went to was clueless. He didn't address any of the concerns that I was actually wanting to see him for.
Ok...enough yapping from me!
Peace out <3 p="">
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Day 9:21 Day Fix
WOW!! I was super emotional yesterday when I wrote my post! YIKES! I think more than anything, Im frustrated with this on going battle that never seems to end. I'm honestly thinking that my hormones (or something beyond my control) are playing a role in that battle. I have been "dieting", working out, eating healthy foods, etc. since the beginning of the year and I can only seem to lose a few pounds. When I got on a health kick a few years ago, the weight might have come off slowly, but it was at least coming off and I was well on my way to half way to my goal by this time. Now, I feel like I am constantly taking one step forward and two steps back. I just can't seem to get anywhere. I think my body hates me! Maybe Ive "dieted" too much??
After a little tough love from my coach (Hannah May) I am feeling much better about the rest of this program. I know that I have to follow it 100%. I cant just do my own thing if I want to see results.
And if I do and it still doesn't work, than that is just more reason to believe its my body and not my efforts or the program. I am planning on calling the doctor if that is the case...I just might anyways
So... I am not giving up! I feel much more prepared for this week than I did last week. I have all my meals planned for everyday, rather than going day by day. Even though I prepped food last week, I didn't plan out my meals for everyday ahead of time so I really struggled with it. This week will be better!!
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Yesterday was good! I stuck to my meal plan, even though I was tempted a few times to deviate, I didn't! I also had a great workout! I had to modify a few moves because I am fearful of injuring my ankle again, or worse. But I upped my efforts in other moves to compensate! I am happy to report that I am not nearly as sore as I was last week, which means I am getting stronger! Tonight's workout was the killer one though, so I might not be whistling the same tune tomorrow haha!
After a little tough love from my coach (Hannah May) I am feeling much better about the rest of this program. I know that I have to follow it 100%. I cant just do my own thing if I want to see results.
And if I do and it still doesn't work, than that is just more reason to believe its my body and not my efforts or the program. I am planning on calling the doctor if that is the case...I just might anyways
So... I am not giving up! I feel much more prepared for this week than I did last week. I have all my meals planned for everyday, rather than going day by day. Even though I prepped food last week, I didn't plan out my meals for everyday ahead of time so I really struggled with it. This week will be better!!
Yesterday was good! I stuck to my meal plan, even though I was tempted a few times to deviate, I didn't! I also had a great workout! I had to modify a few moves because I am fearful of injuring my ankle again, or worse. But I upped my efforts in other moves to compensate! I am happy to report that I am not nearly as sore as I was last week, which means I am getting stronger! Tonight's workout was the killer one though, so I might not be whistling the same tune tomorrow haha!
**Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right** Henry Ford
Monday, March 3, 2014
Week One Review
Well, I made it through week one on The 21 Day Fix program. Here are my honest thoughts so far....
I'm disappointed.
Not necessarily in the program, but in myself....well, somewhat in the program...
I did GREAT the first 3 days. Stayed within my limits for my allotted containers, and exercised every night with my husband. Thought I might die at times but I survived, and felt good about it!
But, then I had to leave my little bubble the 4th day and so began the uphill battle. I had an extremely busy day and was not home for lunch. So, I found it very difficult to figure out what I could eat. I ended up having a shake for lunch because I could drink that in the car. But by the time I got home I was famished and ended up eating too many of my allotted "red" containers (proteins) because I didn't think things through (that's what happens when I'm starving lol!) So, then I was left with wondering what I could have for dinner because all that I had left were green containers, which is veggies...not a very fulfilling meal :(
RED FLAG!! If I was counting calories, I could still have figured something out to stay within range...and not just have to eat all vegetables for a meal.
Moving on...day 5:: Made sure to count my containers correctly this day. Ended up injuring my ankle during the workout! It was a side to side move with a jump and I know better than to move like that. My ankle cant take that and down I went. Smacked my head on the chair and twisted my ankle pretty bad. It hurt like a son of gun...but I think I was more pissed that I hurt myself and couldn't finish my workout! That's gotta count for something right?!?
Day 6...Although I had wanted to stay off the scale for the week, I didnt follow through with that either. I just felt like my body wasn't changing at all and I was hoping with all hope that the scale would tell me other wise. So I stepped on it day 6 and it had not moved even an ounce!!! ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!?!
Day 7...frustrated, irritated and down right ticked off!! However, I was surprised when I measured myself and found that I had lost half and inch in every area! I did not expect to see that...and the scale was down .4lbs. Better than nothing I guess (although its up to 160.8 this morning, 1 lb more than what I started with...figures!)
So, overall...im not giving up on the program. I know that I did not give it 100% so I cant fully blame it for the small results that I ended up with. The thing that I am most frustrated with is the containers. I am finding it very difficult to figure out meals. I just feel like I don't have enough options to cover the whole day. When I was counting calories (and actually allotted myself less than what I am getting now) I actually felt like I had better, well rounded meals than I do now. I feel like the way that the containers are allotted to me, with the foods that I actually like, Im not able to come up with balanced meals. IDK...its kind of hard to explain but Im honestly considering not using the containers and just counting calories and using the appropriate serving sizes. And forget about any kind of recipe! There's just no way!!
Here is this weeks progress pic...
PS...I really do like the workouts though! I only made it to day 5 before I hurt myself so I didnt do 6 or 7. My ankle is still a bit tender but Im going to give it a shot today. I will probably just have to modify some moves so as not to injure myself more. Looking forward to my time with Autumn today :)
I'm disappointed.
Not necessarily in the program, but in myself....well, somewhat in the program...
I did GREAT the first 3 days. Stayed within my limits for my allotted containers, and exercised every night with my husband. Thought I might die at times but I survived, and felt good about it!
But, then I had to leave my little bubble the 4th day and so began the uphill battle. I had an extremely busy day and was not home for lunch. So, I found it very difficult to figure out what I could eat. I ended up having a shake for lunch because I could drink that in the car. But by the time I got home I was famished and ended up eating too many of my allotted "red" containers (proteins) because I didn't think things through (that's what happens when I'm starving lol!) So, then I was left with wondering what I could have for dinner because all that I had left were green containers, which is veggies...not a very fulfilling meal :(
RED FLAG!! If I was counting calories, I could still have figured something out to stay within range...and not just have to eat all vegetables for a meal.
Moving on...day 5:: Made sure to count my containers correctly this day. Ended up injuring my ankle during the workout! It was a side to side move with a jump and I know better than to move like that. My ankle cant take that and down I went. Smacked my head on the chair and twisted my ankle pretty bad. It hurt like a son of gun...but I think I was more pissed that I hurt myself and couldn't finish my workout! That's gotta count for something right?!?
Day 6...Although I had wanted to stay off the scale for the week, I didnt follow through with that either. I just felt like my body wasn't changing at all and I was hoping with all hope that the scale would tell me other wise. So I stepped on it day 6 and it had not moved even an ounce!!! ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!?!
Day 7...frustrated, irritated and down right ticked off!! However, I was surprised when I measured myself and found that I had lost half and inch in every area! I did not expect to see that...and the scale was down .4lbs. Better than nothing I guess (although its up to 160.8 this morning, 1 lb more than what I started with...figures!)
So, overall...im not giving up on the program. I know that I did not give it 100% so I cant fully blame it for the small results that I ended up with. The thing that I am most frustrated with is the containers. I am finding it very difficult to figure out meals. I just feel like I don't have enough options to cover the whole day. When I was counting calories (and actually allotted myself less than what I am getting now) I actually felt like I had better, well rounded meals than I do now. I feel like the way that the containers are allotted to me, with the foods that I actually like, Im not able to come up with balanced meals. IDK...its kind of hard to explain but Im honestly considering not using the containers and just counting calories and using the appropriate serving sizes. And forget about any kind of recipe! There's just no way!!
Here is this weeks progress pic...
I guess here is to week two. Not feeling very confident or encouraged at this point. But I cant give up. That wont get me anywhere either.
PS...I really do like the workouts though! I only made it to day 5 before I hurt myself so I didnt do 6 or 7. My ankle is still a bit tender but Im going to give it a shot today. I will probably just have to modify some moves so as not to injure myself more. Looking forward to my time with Autumn today :)
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