3lbs down

I am down 3lbs...9lbs total.  That's great for me!  I just can't celebrate with a big bowl of ice cream.  Instead I am hitting the gym again. I failed this week by only going twice-that means I have to work out at least once this weekend.  My parents are bringing the treadmill next week, so I will have the ability to work out much more.  Plus, I have Zumba for the Wii now too.  I got it up and running and created a profile, but then Carson got fussy so I had to tend to his needs.  I think I put him in his exersaucer while I Zumba it will work out a lot better.  Also, new shoes are on the agenda for this weekend. Dennis doesn't know it yet, but who doesn't love a surprise?  I will keep you posted...in the meantime...it's time to jog. 

Hit the ground running...literally.

Between balancing a 9 month old, two dogs, a house, working 40 hours a week-all by myself, I have been really trying to lose weight.  I saw photos of myself over the Holidays.  It wasn't pretty.  In fact, I looked like I was pregnant (which I AM NOT).  I felt so pathetic.  I asked myself, "what is the quickest way to lose this weight?"  Answer cut calories and run.  So, I have been tracking my meals-very successfully I might add.  Also, I have run 3 miles this week so far.  That is pretty good for someone who is pulling a train behind them! 

Fresh Start...

Obviously, I haven't been great with two things.
1. keeping up on this blog
2. losing weight, hence my reluctance to actually write about my failure

Since, we have essentially tipped our lives upside down once again.  I have decided to take control of my eating and start working out-for everyone's sanity.  One of my friends at work showed me an app that tracks my exercise and food intake.  I tried doing it last week just to get the hang of it.  I really like the app because it works on my phone at my computer.  So, there is no excuse not to track my progress.  It is called Fat Secret for anyone that is interested.

I have also joined the Biggest Loser contest on the website.  It starts next Monday.  I am pretty excited to do this because I am incredibly competitive.  I really want to be healthy for my son and my family.  So, I am getting serious about this weight loss thing.

I am off to the gym...and I am pretty excited about it too.  :0)

I am a food dealer...

That's right-I am a food pusher.  It is in my genetic make up to get others to eat food they don't really want.  I liken it to be a drug dealer...I would be the shady character standing outside of the Weight Watchers meeting with a thing of cookies.  It is true.  When I was a tween-I figured out a way to get people to do things I wanted them to-feed them.  I started small with left over Halloween candy, then I got big time.  Making my own, chocolate chunk cookies-throwing in extra butter flavored Crisco for the extra special something.  They were so good, that I could literally get grades changed with a tin of those bad boys.  Through the years, I have perfected the art.  Learning to make bigger better desserts-cupcakes anyone?  How do you think I snagged Dennis? 

But, I got busted for it today-big time.  Instead of working out at lunch and eating a healthy salad.  I tried to use peer pressure to get my co-workers to try the new Pie Restaurant.  Yes, I admit it.  I tried my best, telling them that it was our last chance to get together before the holiday, etc. 

Thankfully, after Kristen was on board, she jumped off.  She said, "No, Amber!  I am going to walk on the treadmill instead."  Then Tamillo who didn't really want to go anyway, also bailed. 

Needless to say, I went and worked out and ate a healthy salad.  I am glad I lost this battle.  I feel better and know it was the right choice. 

I am giving up my food pushing ways...small steps, but I am getting there.

Okay-I am doing it.

Let me first say-Thank you for the peer pressure.  :0)  That is why I started this whole blog thing. 

So, I haven't been very good lately.  I did push the stroller and take a walk on Sunday, but let's be honest-that is not enough.  My Mom has generously donated her treadmill to my cause, we just have to pick it up (3 hour drive).  I know that will help.  My friend Kristen has also let me borrow her Jillian Shred it DVD, which I will be doing tonight after I put Carson down.  I will let you know how it goes. 

Spark People

I'm a Weight Watchers drop out-again.  I just cannot justify paying $17.95 a month to track my calories and fitness when there are so many free sites.  As such, I joined SparkPeople.com and I love it.  I really like that it will allow me to map my walking/jogging route and tell me the distance and calories burned.  Plus, instead of points I can track real calories.  That is great for me to work off of a real number. 

Anway, I worked out last night.  I jogged/walked outside for 30 minutes.  Carson had a melt down and I just needed some air so Dennis made dinner while I exercised.  I am still pretty set on getting a treadmill, but have yet to get Dennis on board.  I will keep you all posted.  Friday, I will update my weight loss.  :0)  I need a few more days of activity. 

What a weekend

So, this weekend our good friends the Thompson's came down from Michigan for a visit.  We introduced little Carson to his future wife and in-laws.  It went very well. ;0)

We also went to the Cheesecake Factory.  I'd love to tell you I was good and ate sensibly.  But that would be a bold faced lie.  I ate Bang Bang Shrimp and Chicken (half of a huge plate, boxed the other half) and a piece of peanutbutter/hocolate cake cheesecake.  It is an amazing burst of flavor in my mouth...heavenly really.  I have tried the sugar free kind before and to be very honest-it sucks.  It sucks really badly. I usually enjoy sugar free snacks, but not that one.

So, aside from my confession.  I wanted to give a shout out to Momma Thompson.  She had a baby 13 months ago and looks amazing.  It was really a big motivator to me because I want to be able to look cute and wear normal clothes-not the tents I have been hiding under for the last few years.  So, thanks Betsy for showing me that moms can still be cute and I can do it.  I am getting back on track.  Starting today!