1/14/13 Update

I guess this is a good time to start my weekly updates. These posts will include my week in review as well as my weight loss from last update. This will give me the opportunity to reflect on things I did in the last week as well as determine areas I need to improve on.

Last weeks weight: 281.2 pounds

This weeks weight: 278.2 pounds

TOTAL WEIGHT LOST: 3 pounds

Loss since start: 8 pounds

LOTS TO GO!

What makes me most happy about this weight, is that I'm pretty much right where I left off before Thanksgiving. Since then, last week was the first full week where I was focused and went hard. Working out at the gym is somewhat limited due to the kids' basketball schedule, but I have made an agreement with myself. On days that I know I won't be able to make the gym, I have decided to get up early (6:00 am is early for me) and do a 20-30 minute workout. Examples: 20 minute Zumba Wii workout or 30 minute Jillian Michaels' Yoga Meltdown that will try out on Thursday. Tuesday and Wednesday will be business as usual with Turbo Tone and Zumba class.

Over the weekend I went to the local produce market with my kids and picked out some healthier snack options. We got apples, pears, strawberries, grapes, zucchini, squash, tomatoes, broccoli, and I'm sure there are more! They were practically begging for a salad when we got home! They make eating healthier so much easier than if I had to hold myself accountable and do it alone.

The week consisted of 3 evening work outs: Zumba on Monday and Wednesday and Turbo Tone on Tuesday. I have become more mindful of my eating habits and track everything I can on MyFitnessPal app. (User Name: doinitonmyown) I don't allow myself to starve and also know when I can and can't indulge. With that being said, I have designated Fridays to be my "cheat day". That's the day I can eat pizza or chinese food or whatever (in moderation) and have a couple of beers or margaritas, whatever the case may be.

This week we have a Monday basketball game so no Zumba for me. I took care of that with the Wii this morning. I know we won't be home until later in the evening so I have prepared a snack for the kiddoes and we'll have a salad or something light for dinner when we get home. HOW MANY TIMES CAN I SAY THEY'VE MOTIVATED AND INSPIRED ME TO BE A BETTER MOM??? I love them so very much!

I'm getting the evil eye from the boss so I think she's figured out I'm not working right this second... better get to it!

Eating Habits

I just came to this realization...
My children have actually had an effect on my eating habits, as well as changed the way I look at certain foods. It has been quite eye opening for me to see that they like so many different vegetables. They are also pretty open to trying new things.
Let's face it. I have always been the one to say, "I don't like [insert random vegetable name here]", without giving it as much as a second glance. Because of my kids, I have been more willing to try new things and much to my surprise, I like them.
For example, I went to Boston Market. The fat girl inside of me wanted the macaroni and cheese with corn or mashed potatoes or something that was loaded with calories that I didn't need. This time I opted for the steamed vegetable with green beans, carrots, yellow squash, and zucchini. Yay for making a good choice, however, follow through is key now.
I am proud to say I ate all of it! This was a milestone and I was extremely proud, to the point where I texted my parents and informed them of the impossible task I had completed.
I am finding that making the right choice and following through isn't that difficult when you have two little people by your side, cheering you on and (somehow) encouraging you to make good choices. While I am setting a good example for them, they don't realize they are doing it for me too. I love them so much and look forward to getting in shape, not only for myself, but for them as well.