Yesterday marked my 2 weeks of "healthy" living! I stepped on the scale and did not see a change. I am not discouraged- I know it will more than likely take a month or more before I really start to see a big difference!
It is amazing how much better I feel! I sleep great and am in a much better mood! I feel less stressed about life as well.
I took today off to give my muscles a rest. I have a headache and feel sick to my stomach from the Chick Fil A we ate for lunch!
I got in 2 trial runs this weekend. Saturday I ran 35 minutes. My legs were super heavy and it felt like I was hardly moving! Sunday was better. I did a loop, and it only took 20 minutes. I kept a quick pace. I could have pushed further, but wanted to take it easy.
We have been eating tons of veggies! I have cut almost all carbs too.
My project for Sara's new baby is almost done too! I will blog about it after she opens it (I want her to be surprised to I can't post about it yet!)
About Me
- Amber
- My name is Amber. I am a mommy of 2, C and D (sometimes known as L). Currently I am staying at home with my midgets (since I can't find a job!) and I am enjoying every minute of it! I am a crafty, sewing, DIY type of girl! I am working on my teaching certification and hopefully will be in a classroom this fall!
Monday, January 23, 2012
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
1 week
Ok, it's been a week! Sunday marked my one week, and it's now Tuesday and I have not fallen off the wagon! My run yesterday felt great- it was a good feeling knowing that I am sticking to my plan. I even upped my time by 3 minutes, and did not die. I also clocked my miles in the car. I have been wondering how many miles I go. My usual route in 2.2 miles. I am going to go by timed runs though- it's hard for me to figure out miles, and adding extras, so upping my time works better.
According to the wii I have lost 2 pounds. I am not going to get too excited though since weight naturally fluctuates. I do notice a difference in my legs, they look toner. It's nice to see the small changes- it helps keep me motivated!
According to the wii I have lost 2 pounds. I am not going to get too excited though since weight naturally fluctuates. I do notice a difference in my legs, they look toner. It's nice to see the small changes- it helps keep me motivated!
Friday, January 13, 2012
no more excuses
The last 6 months have been full of ups and downs. We made a MAJOR move to Tx. That has left me with mixed emotions. I have good days and I have bad days. I'm not going to lie, I miss Colorado. I miss it more than I thought I would. This makes me hate Texas somedays. I miss Laura and the girls. I feel like a high schooler who just had their heart broken for the first time. Just like a broken heart, I know that it will take time to move on, and accept that I am not in CO anymore. I can't discount all the great friends we have made here though, I have made some wonderful friends, who keep me smiling everyday.
The first 3 months after the move, I focused all my energy on finding a job. Well, after 3 failed attempts at working a restaurant job again ( I had 3 different jobs lined up, but somehow never managed to make it to the first day), I gave up. I was enjoying being able to stay at home. It's great to sleep till 8 every morning, sip on my coffee ( which is normally tea), and enjoy the Today show uninterrupted. I love being with my kids, they are amazing little people. Laney has gone from baby to toddler overnight! I am blessed because I have been able to watch this transformation. I feel like a good wife when dinner is ready for James when he comes home every night.
Anyway, this brings me to the point of this post: NO MORE EXCUSES. Along with all my feelings of joy about being able to stay at home, I also feel FAT. This is most I have weighed non-pregnant EVER. When I look in the mirror I feel disgusting. I hate the way my body looks. I have been trying to "get back into shape" I have good weeks where I run and keep up with it for a week, and then I fall off the wagon. Yesterday, as I was busy browsing pinterest, I realized that I have no excuse for the way I look and feel. I am home all day long, and have every opportunity to get into shape and lose the weight that I need to. My kids are finally old enough to self entertain for a few hours a day.
So today I am committing myself to dropping 15-20 pounds. It's time to get in shape, feel good about the way I look, and be at a happy weight. I am also going to eat better! I feel like I have been eating ok, since we have no money for all the extra fattening foods! I have no a soda in months, and plan on never having one ever again! Here are my current stats:
Height: 5'6
Weight: 145-147 (fluctuates)
Bust: 36"
Waist: 33"
Hips: 40"
I'll take a picture and post it tonight.
The first 3 months after the move, I focused all my energy on finding a job. Well, after 3 failed attempts at working a restaurant job again ( I had 3 different jobs lined up, but somehow never managed to make it to the first day), I gave up. I was enjoying being able to stay at home. It's great to sleep till 8 every morning, sip on my coffee ( which is normally tea), and enjoy the Today show uninterrupted. I love being with my kids, they are amazing little people. Laney has gone from baby to toddler overnight! I am blessed because I have been able to watch this transformation. I feel like a good wife when dinner is ready for James when he comes home every night.
Anyway, this brings me to the point of this post: NO MORE EXCUSES. Along with all my feelings of joy about being able to stay at home, I also feel FAT. This is most I have weighed non-pregnant EVER. When I look in the mirror I feel disgusting. I hate the way my body looks. I have been trying to "get back into shape" I have good weeks where I run and keep up with it for a week, and then I fall off the wagon. Yesterday, as I was busy browsing pinterest, I realized that I have no excuse for the way I look and feel. I am home all day long, and have every opportunity to get into shape and lose the weight that I need to. My kids are finally old enough to self entertain for a few hours a day.
So today I am committing myself to dropping 15-20 pounds. It's time to get in shape, feel good about the way I look, and be at a happy weight. I am also going to eat better! I feel like I have been eating ok, since we have no money for all the extra fattening foods! I have no a soda in months, and plan on never having one ever again! Here are my current stats:
Height: 5'6
Weight: 145-147 (fluctuates)
Bust: 36"
Waist: 33"
Hips: 40"
I'll take a picture and post it tonight.
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