CATCHUP- Days 15,16,& 17 Biggest Loser

WOW! I really have to play catchup! I was out of town for a few days and didn't have access to my blog. I had a terrific weekend! I went to my sister's bridal shower at my aunt's house. I was worried about not sticking with my diet and not exercising- but with some planning- I was able to do it!

I called my aunt the day before to see what was on the menu- then I did some research on calories and figured out exactly how much I could have. My parents were super supportive while I was staying with them. My dad made me a low cal dinner the first night and I made us all a low cal dinner the next night. As far as exercising- I was worried I wouldn't have anything to use- I have a home gym so it's easy here- but when I'm at someone else's- not so much. Friday I woke up extra early at 5:15am to do full hour workout- I blasted the music (probably waking up the neighbors...) and ran for a solid hour- so I wouldn't miss my Friday workout once I left town that night. I broke out my old POWER 90 dvd's and took those with me on my trip. I did the CARDIO workout on Saturday- Kickboxing, Step work, Abs, Power Yoga... WHEW!!!! It wore me out! It was also a little odd having my mom sitting on the couch watching me.... I worry that I look uncoordinated when I am doing yoga/kickboxing. She just kept smiling and cheering me on. She said she was really proud of me. So- I DID IT!!! I stuck with it.

I feel new confindence now- like I can accomplish anything! Dieting & Exercising isn't hard- it just takes planning and will power. At this point- I'm feeling pretty lucky. The will power isn't so hard for me anymore- 17 days into it I have developed habits. It is starting to become second nature to me.

FRIDAY- I had my second weigh in...... (DRUMROLL>>>>>>>)

I lost 4 more pounds!!!!!! THAT'S A TOTAL OF 10 POUNDS IN TWO WEEKS!!!!!!

WOOHOO! It is WORTH IT!!! At this rate- I will be lean and mean at my sister's wedding in March.

FOOD:
I won't bore you with 3 days of menus- but I will give you my calorie totals.
FRIDAY: 1375 calories
SATURDAY: 1278 calories
TODAY: 1470 calories *splurged- I had one thin mint cookie---- those DARN Girl Scouts- they get me everytime!!! (I went a little over my 1400 goal- but not past my limit of 1500)


EXERCISE: Well I kind of already gave the breakdown- but basically...

FRIDAY: Ran 1 hour 2 miles on treadmill
SATURDAY: Power 90 Workout- Step work/ Kickboxing/ Power Yoga/ Abs
TODAY: 30 minutes on treadmill (I had to take it easy- that Power 90 kickboxing KICKED my butt yesterday!)

HOW DO I FEEL?

To sum it all up.... LIKE A MILLION BUCKS!!! I am starting to notice a difference in how my clothes are fitting. My family and co-workers say they can see it in my face that I have lost weight. I feel toned, healthy, and beautiful. When I workout, I feel like I can conquer the world! When I stick with my diet- especially on those rare days when I feel a craving... I feel like I have really accomplished something. In the past- if I wanted something- I would eat/drink it. Now I care enough about myself to turn away from the things that aren't good for me. I feel like I finally am showing myself how much I love ME. I should have been doing this years ago- but I am really grateful that I am now. My attitude has improved dramatically. I read my old posts over the last couple of weeks and I am so positive. My entries are uplifting to me. I feel so blessed to be on the right path- to getting myself healthy... to becoming a BETTER me.

INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE FOR THE DAY:

"Love yourself first, and everything falls into line." - Lucille Ball (my favorite actress of all time)

I am finding this to be true. As I have learned to love myself- the world seems to be a happier, better place. Things are falling into line for me. I look forward to seeing what lies ahead!!!