Starting weight : 154.8 lb
Ending weight : 149.8 lb
Change : 5 lb lost (average 1.2lb lost per week)
This time last year : 172.5 lb (17 weeks pregnant)
My goal for September was to lose 3lbs and I was more than happy to have lost more than that and break back into the 140s for the first time since December 2011. We took family portraits earlier in the month and it was the lowest weight (154lbs) that I'd ever been when taking them since Brady was born. Not traveling most of the month was very helpful in the weight loss for the month as there was more time for the gym and less time eating bad food.
October is here and I have one goal - to reach my pre-Germany weight of 148.2lbs, which is only 1.6lbs from where I am currently. That would require only 0.4lb loss per week for the full month. I set this goal for myself shortly after Izzie was born and I wanted to reach it by Christmas. The weight has come off much faster (with a lot more hard work this time around) than it did after Brady. I am down 50.6lbs since Izzie was born 7 months ago and that took me 15 months to do after Brady was born. Once I break through that number, I will have to set a new goal for myself as I will be in uncharted territory. I can't wait to get back there in the next few weeks and look forward to a new number. It's only one step closer to getting to a point where I stop trying to lose weight and start to maintain, which has never happened in the over seven years of being on Weight Watchers.
Monday, September 30, 2013
Friday, September 27, 2013
Weigh-in for 9/27/2013 ~ Back in the 140s!!!
Last weigh-in (9/21/2013) : 150.8 lb
This weigh-in (9/27/2013) : 149.8 lb
Change : 1 lb lost
Germany weight loss : 18.2lb of 19.8lb gained
Total weight loss since Izzie : 50.6 lbs
I can't begin to tell you how good it feels to get under 150lbs again after all the struggles of the last 18 months. In the back of my mind, I always wonder what would've happened weight wise had we not gone to Germany and it makes me a little sad. I can't dwell on that now, especially since I am so close to getting back to where I was before we stepped on that airplane.
Losing over 50lbs in less than 7 months is something I never thought myself capable of, considering it took me over 5 years from my first day of Weight Watchers to get from where I started to get to lifetime weight (42lbs lost). I have to give a big part of the credit to the work I do in the gym on a weekly basis. In the past, I've tried to lose weight either through exercise or eating better, but never both at the same time until the last few years. Using one or the other either led to no loss, or not enough loss to change much in the way of inches because the fat wasn't getting replaced by much firmer muscle mass.
As an overweight and obese child and teen, I hated recess and gym at school. I was never athletic in sports that required much speed. My main sports were volleyball and swimming, and even in swimming, I was better at endurance than sprints. I'm not proud of this, but there was even a time I pretended to sprain my ankle so I didn't have to go to volleyball practice one day because we were going to have to run. Never would I have thought then that I'd be one of the regulars at the gym. The people at the gym daycare know my kids the minute we walk in and if we miss a day because one of the kids is sick or we're out of town, they tell us that they wondered where we were. There's more to it than just the physical benefits at this point in my life. It's a mental release as well. I get to have someone else watch my kids, while they get to run around and play with other kids and toys they don't have at home. I get some much needed time to myself and I don't seem to mind too much that it's hard work. It'll be weird when I have to shift to maintain mode and I don't go quite as frequently (likely twice a week instead of three times).
This weigh-in (9/27/2013) : 149.8 lb
Change : 1 lb lost
Germany weight loss : 18.2lb of 19.8lb gained
Total weight loss since Izzie : 50.6 lbs
I can't begin to tell you how good it feels to get under 150lbs again after all the struggles of the last 18 months. In the back of my mind, I always wonder what would've happened weight wise had we not gone to Germany and it makes me a little sad. I can't dwell on that now, especially since I am so close to getting back to where I was before we stepped on that airplane.
Losing over 50lbs in less than 7 months is something I never thought myself capable of, considering it took me over 5 years from my first day of Weight Watchers to get from where I started to get to lifetime weight (42lbs lost). I have to give a big part of the credit to the work I do in the gym on a weekly basis. In the past, I've tried to lose weight either through exercise or eating better, but never both at the same time until the last few years. Using one or the other either led to no loss, or not enough loss to change much in the way of inches because the fat wasn't getting replaced by much firmer muscle mass.
As an overweight and obese child and teen, I hated recess and gym at school. I was never athletic in sports that required much speed. My main sports were volleyball and swimming, and even in swimming, I was better at endurance than sprints. I'm not proud of this, but there was even a time I pretended to sprain my ankle so I didn't have to go to volleyball practice one day because we were going to have to run. Never would I have thought then that I'd be one of the regulars at the gym. The people at the gym daycare know my kids the minute we walk in and if we miss a day because one of the kids is sick or we're out of town, they tell us that they wondered where we were. There's more to it than just the physical benefits at this point in my life. It's a mental release as well. I get to have someone else watch my kids, while they get to run around and play with other kids and toys they don't have at home. I get some much needed time to myself and I don't seem to mind too much that it's hard work. It'll be weird when I have to shift to maintain mode and I don't go quite as frequently (likely twice a week instead of three times).
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Weigh-in for 9/21/2013
Last weigh-in (9/14/2013) : 151.7 lb
This weigh-in (9/21/2013) : 150.8 lb
Change : 0.9 lb lost
Germany weight loss : 17.2lb of 19.8lb gained
Total weight loss since Izzie : 49.6 lbs
Not bad for a week after a huge loss. I'm sure I was eating a bit too much regardless of hitting the gym three times this week. This was Izzie's second week on rice cereal twice a day. The first week, she wouldn't eat the whole bowl and still mainly nursed, so I didn't change my daily target to adjust for her eating solids. It didn't really impact my weight loss last week by not changing the daily target. This week she was eating more, but I still didn't change it. I could tell as the days went on this week that she was nursing less than the prior week. I knew by this coming week when she starts veggies mid-day in addition to the cereal twice a day that I would definitely have to change it. Now I have 33 points plus per day instead of 40. In a way, it will be a welcome relief as there were many days where I plotted out my day in advance and had 20 points or more to blow on things that weren't my three main meals. It will also help mentally prepare me for when she stops nursing altogether and I go back to 26 points plus per day like I was for so long.
This weigh-in (9/21/2013) : 150.8 lb
Change : 0.9 lb lost
Germany weight loss : 17.2lb of 19.8lb gained
Total weight loss since Izzie : 49.6 lbs
Not bad for a week after a huge loss. I'm sure I was eating a bit too much regardless of hitting the gym three times this week. This was Izzie's second week on rice cereal twice a day. The first week, she wouldn't eat the whole bowl and still mainly nursed, so I didn't change my daily target to adjust for her eating solids. It didn't really impact my weight loss last week by not changing the daily target. This week she was eating more, but I still didn't change it. I could tell as the days went on this week that she was nursing less than the prior week. I knew by this coming week when she starts veggies mid-day in addition to the cereal twice a day that I would definitely have to change it. Now I have 33 points plus per day instead of 40. In a way, it will be a welcome relief as there were many days where I plotted out my day in advance and had 20 points or more to blow on things that weren't my three main meals. It will also help mentally prepare me for when she stops nursing altogether and I go back to 26 points plus per day like I was for so long.
Sunday, September 15, 2013
September 2013 Measurements
Hips
Waist
Thighs
Arms
Since the last set of measurements 6.3lbs has come off and the inches seem to have come off equally quickly. Right now, the only measurement that isn't smaller than the last time I was at this weight (151.7lbs) is the waist measurement. That's still the same as about 15lbs up from last time, but that was also much longer after having a baby. As long as the numbers keep going down at the waist, no matter how slowly, I'll be happy. My hips are the smallest they've been since joining weight watchers! That's my biggest problem area and the one I put the most focus on in the gym, so I'm thrilled to see the results.
I broke into my "skinny" clothes bin that had been packed away shortly after returning from Europe. I was so bummed that they had only fit me for a few short months before the carbs and fat got me. I tried on all the pants and some of the tops and almost everything fit comfortably! I did a little happy dance thinking about all of the options I will have this fall.
I spent most of my teen years hiding behind too large clothing. I was uncomfortable in my own skin and didn't want people to see what I really looked liked. I hated to wear jeans and even when I got rid of most of the oversized clothes, I lived in sweats or pajama pants. Even after Brady, if I wore jeans out (which was rare), as soon as I came home, I changed into something more comfortable. Now that I'm becoming more confident and comfortable in my clothes, I think that I'll be dressing a bit better. Of course, if I'm not going out, I'm not going to go all out, but I think it's important for my kids to see their mom not slouching around out and about all the time. A whole new world of possibilities is opening up for me.
- Last month (8/17/2013) - 42.5 inches
- This month (9/15/2013) - 40.25 inches
Waist
- Last month (8/17/2013) - 31.5 inches
- This month (9/15/2013) - 31 inches
Thighs
- Last month (8/17/2013) - 21.75 inches each
- This month (9/15/2013) - 21 inches each
Arms
- Last month (8/17/2013) - 10.5 inches each
- This month (9/15/2013) - 10.25 inches each
Since the last set of measurements 6.3lbs has come off and the inches seem to have come off equally quickly. Right now, the only measurement that isn't smaller than the last time I was at this weight (151.7lbs) is the waist measurement. That's still the same as about 15lbs up from last time, but that was also much longer after having a baby. As long as the numbers keep going down at the waist, no matter how slowly, I'll be happy. My hips are the smallest they've been since joining weight watchers! That's my biggest problem area and the one I put the most focus on in the gym, so I'm thrilled to see the results.
I broke into my "skinny" clothes bin that had been packed away shortly after returning from Europe. I was so bummed that they had only fit me for a few short months before the carbs and fat got me. I tried on all the pants and some of the tops and almost everything fit comfortably! I did a little happy dance thinking about all of the options I will have this fall.
I spent most of my teen years hiding behind too large clothing. I was uncomfortable in my own skin and didn't want people to see what I really looked liked. I hated to wear jeans and even when I got rid of most of the oversized clothes, I lived in sweats or pajama pants. Even after Brady, if I wore jeans out (which was rare), as soon as I came home, I changed into something more comfortable. Now that I'm becoming more confident and comfortable in my clothes, I think that I'll be dressing a bit better. Of course, if I'm not going out, I'm not going to go all out, but I think it's important for my kids to see their mom not slouching around out and about all the time. A whole new world of possibilities is opening up for me.
Saturday, September 14, 2013
Weigh-in for 9/14/2013
Last weigh-in (9/7/2013) : 154 lb
This weigh-in (9/14/2013) : 151.7 lb
Change : 2.3 lb lost
Germany weight loss : 16.3lb of 19.8lb gained
Total weight loss since Izzie : 48.7 lbs
Mid-week I was at 153lbs, and because it was so cold this morning, I figured with pants on, I'd be lucky to get that at official weigh-in this morning. My jaw dropped when I got on the scale. The last two weeks have been more conservative losses, which were what I was going to expect going forward. I couldn't believe I was still capable of a multi-pound loss!
It was a little cooler on Thursday when I had to take Brady to school, so I donned a pair of size 10 jean bermudas and a medium top (pictured above). Andy knew the numbers were going down, but most of my summer clothes were so loose that it was hard to see the changes. Finally able to wear more form fitting items in my wardrobe that have been either never worn or not worn in years, he could see the physical changes. He was taken aback and couldn't believe it. I never shy away from compliments because it helps boost my self-image, which has been badly damaged in the past.
That same day, I went shopping for the kids and saw some pants I thought looked good and decided to try them on. They were skinny jean capris. I have never used the word skinny about myself and never imagined in my teen years of being either obese or overweight that I could squeeze myself into anything with the word skinny on it or manage to look good if I did. I grabbed a size 10 and headed for the fitting room. They were too loose and I grabbed a size 8 to try on (a size that hasn't fit me since Feb 2012). When I got those on no problem I couldn't believe it! I guess seeing the number on the scale only two days later, makes me realize I shouldn't have been so shocked. I was in a size 8 around this weight last time. I see that almost every item in my closet and my "skinny" bin fits now and I realize that if I keep losing weight they will no longer fit. I've spent years building a full closet of clothes and I will be sad to see them go as I am attached to many items. I guess I should look forward to building a new wardrobe.
This weigh-in (9/14/2013) : 151.7 lb
Change : 2.3 lb lost
Germany weight loss : 16.3lb of 19.8lb gained
Total weight loss since Izzie : 48.7 lbs
Mid-week I was at 153lbs, and because it was so cold this morning, I figured with pants on, I'd be lucky to get that at official weigh-in this morning. My jaw dropped when I got on the scale. The last two weeks have been more conservative losses, which were what I was going to expect going forward. I couldn't believe I was still capable of a multi-pound loss!
It was a little cooler on Thursday when I had to take Brady to school, so I donned a pair of size 10 jean bermudas and a medium top (pictured above). Andy knew the numbers were going down, but most of my summer clothes were so loose that it was hard to see the changes. Finally able to wear more form fitting items in my wardrobe that have been either never worn or not worn in years, he could see the physical changes. He was taken aback and couldn't believe it. I never shy away from compliments because it helps boost my self-image, which has been badly damaged in the past.
That same day, I went shopping for the kids and saw some pants I thought looked good and decided to try them on. They were skinny jean capris. I have never used the word skinny about myself and never imagined in my teen years of being either obese or overweight that I could squeeze myself into anything with the word skinny on it or manage to look good if I did. I grabbed a size 10 and headed for the fitting room. They were too loose and I grabbed a size 8 to try on (a size that hasn't fit me since Feb 2012). When I got those on no problem I couldn't believe it! I guess seeing the number on the scale only two days later, makes me realize I shouldn't have been so shocked. I was in a size 8 around this weight last time. I see that almost every item in my closet and my "skinny" bin fits now and I realize that if I keep losing weight they will no longer fit. I've spent years building a full closet of clothes and I will be sad to see them go as I am attached to many items. I guess I should look forward to building a new wardrobe.
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Weigh-in for 9/7/2013
Last weigh-in (8/31/2013) : 154.8 lb
This weigh-in (9/7/2013) : 154 lb
Change : 0.8 lb lost
Germany weight loss : 14lb of 19.8lb gained
Total weight loss since Izzie : 46.4 lbs
I wasn't planning on stepping on the scale this week after four days being away from home and eating out on the road. I ate out several times, not only at fast food places, but sit down restaurants as well (including the super rich food at the Cheesecake Factory). We got back on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning I was in the gym. I tracked as soon as we got back, but that was only three days. I knew I wasn't going to weigh-in, but decided to step on the scale to see what I had to work with this week. I was not expecting a loss. Izzie started rice cereal yesterday, so I'll be cutting back on breastfeeding and we'll see how it goes from there. On another note, I wore my size 10 bermuda jeans yesterday!
This weigh-in (9/7/2013) : 154 lb
Change : 0.8 lb lost
Germany weight loss : 14lb of 19.8lb gained
Total weight loss since Izzie : 46.4 lbs
I wasn't planning on stepping on the scale this week after four days being away from home and eating out on the road. I ate out several times, not only at fast food places, but sit down restaurants as well (including the super rich food at the Cheesecake Factory). We got back on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning I was in the gym. I tracked as soon as we got back, but that was only three days. I knew I wasn't going to weigh-in, but decided to step on the scale to see what I had to work with this week. I was not expecting a loss. Izzie started rice cereal yesterday, so I'll be cutting back on breastfeeding and we'll see how it goes from there. On another note, I wore my size 10 bermuda jeans yesterday!
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