Thursday 5th July Weigh In - Week 33 - Stayed the same
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Thursday 28th June Weigh In - Week 32 - Gained 1 & 1/2lbs
Thursday was weigh day and to be completely honest I knew I was going to be up. I was so upset from being up the week before hand that I just completely stopped all my usual routines and ate what I wanted.
I was only 1 lb away to goal so when I was up 2lb it really annoyed me especially when I had tried so hard that week. I obviously didn't try hard enough anyway. So this week I have gained 1 & 1/2 lbs!!
All week I just couldn't snap out of it. I didn't go to any exercise classes, I didn't track and I ate all the wrong foods like takeaways, rolls and crisps for my lunch. At the end of everyday I was exausted from all the bad food and just didn't have any motivation to exercise.
In a way I am glad that I was up - I needed it to snap out of it and get back on track. I just had an off week. It has taken me right back and means I may not be making it to goal until another few weeks but I chose to give up and now I will be trying my very hardest to come back.
I have 4 & 1/2 lbs left to goal now :(. I will be starting my Bootcamp this week so that will help loads and I will also be tracking again and going back to my healthy foods.
I will fill in next week and let you know I got and and if I am down fingers crosses!
Thursday 21st June Weigh In - Week 32 - Gained 2lbs
9 stone 8 & 1/2 Lbs
So I got weighed last Thursday night and I have stayed the same this week. Happy result! I only worked out once at Boot Camp - which may I add was really difficult. I was pleased when I finished that I had went but it was the only bit I had done all week. I couldn't make it to Zumba or spinning but I will be making up for it this week.
I have had a good weekend so far, avoiding alcohol and making wise food choices. I will be back exercising tomorrow. I intend on going for a good long jog after work tomorrow.
My zumba will be finished up until the end of July as our instructor has gone back home for a 2 week holiday.
My sister came along to Boot Camp with me last Wednesday evening and she even enjoyed the workout, even going again Saturday morning- I could not attend as I was working :-( .
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So I am optimistic about this week. I have been filling in my tracker all week and I am also back doing my stomach exercises. I have 4 weeks to my long anticipated holiday to Fuertaventura so I will be pulling out all the stops to help me get in as much shape as possible before this.
Looking forward to Weigh in Thursday.
Thursday 28th June Weigh In - Week 32 - Gained 1 & 1/2lbs
9 stone 8 & 1/2 Lbs
I was only 1 lb away to goal so when I was up 2lb it really annoyed me especially when I had tried so hard that week. I obviously didn't try hard enough anyway. So this week I have gained 1 & 1/2 lbs!!
All week I just couldn't snap out of it. I didn't go to any exercise classes, I didn't track and I ate all the wrong foods like takeaways, rolls and crisps for my lunch. At the end of everyday I was exausted from all the bad food and just didn't have any motivation to exercise.
Thursday 21st June Weigh In - Week 32 - Gained 2lbs
9 stone 7 Lbs
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So Thursday was weigh day and as I stepped on the scales I was so sure that I would be down the 1lb that I had so desperately anticipated. I had done all my regular exercise like Zumba and spinning class. So when I was told that I had gained 2pound I was in utter shock!!
I still cannot understand where the gain has come from. It wasn't the time of the month and I hadn't eaten bread all week which would have usually bloated me. I was very annoyed with my body as I was so close to goal and now I have been knocked back 2 paces yet again!
I have gone back over everything I ate all week and it was very good foods with only 1 take away at the weekend - I didn't even have a drink.
All I can do is try harder for next week. Even though I don't think I can lose the full 3 lbs this week no matter how hard I try I will still stay positive and just try my best. That's all I can do at the end of the day.
I have signed up for a 3 week Bootcamp courtesy of livingsocial.com which is a website that offers discounts on a range of different things. I paid €24 for the 3 weeks and the classes are held outdoors for 5 evenings a week. Although I won't be attending the full week I am going to do 2 or 3 classes per week. I have exactly 6weeks to my holiday to Fuertaventura and I want to concentrate on toning more than anything at this stage. I am very happy with my shape and even though I am 3 lbs from goal I am still happy with my weight. I still have my ''jelly belly'' which I want toned and tight in time for the beach and the dreaded swim suit or 2 piece :-/
I will have to start doing my stomach exercises at home again which I have been neglecting yet again for the past few weeks. I also just want to have my goal card by the time I go away in August so these next few weeks I will be trying my very best.
I am also doubting about attending my last session of laser treatment for my stretchmarks.
To be completely honest the treatment has not worked for me. At the beginning I could see results but at the moment after comparing with other friends that have also had babies mine seem the same as theirs. I don't know was it all just a scam and can stretch marks really be erased? I have learned to accept them and know to cover my body everyday with Bio oil or Baby oil the next time I get pregnant to prevent further marks appearing.
Thursday 14th June Weigh In - Week 32 - Lost 1 lb
9 stone 5 Lbs
Yesterday was weigh day and I was trying hard all week to be down. I was very happy to hear that I lost 1 lb. This was the loss that I had been anticipating for weeks as I was given my 3rd silver 7 :)
I am really pleased and proud I earned it. I kept tracking all week and was especially good at the weekend, although I did go out Sunday night for the match and a few bevvies. I did stay well in my Pro Points.
I went to Zumba Tuesday and really pushed myself to the point where I was exhausted and really sweat out all the bad toxins of Sunday night.
Wednesday was spinning class again which I LOVE!! I had forgot that I wasn't getting paid until Friday and didn't think where I would get the money for spinning. So after getting ready for class after work I only realised at that point that I did not have money for the class and was gutted, so I just had a shower and dressed my bed instead. As my hair was still soaking I leaned down the side of the bed and found €10 staring up at me!! It had to be a sign to go and exercise?!
I quickly got changed and ran out the door with just 10 Min's to spare until class started. I ran the whole way over which was a great bit of a warm up exercise before the 50 Min's of what I can only call the most excruciatingly painful spinning class ever!.. but well worth it :)
So as I stepped on the scales and got the result and my silver 7 I couldn't stop grinning. It's been a tough year and a slow process of losing weight but I wouldn't change a thing.
Just 1 more pound left to goal!!
Next week I will hopefully be writing my post as a new woman that has reached my goal weight!!
Watch this space.....
Thursday 7th June Weigh In - Week 32 - Lost 1/2 lbs
9 stone 6 Lbs
Just a quick post for last weeks weigh in as I didnt get a chance to post...
Thursday was weigh day and I am delighted to say that I was down 1/2 a lb. I had a really bad weekend with it being the Bank holiday and I went to Tramore.
I really enjoyed it but was eating out a lot and although I was tracking I was still a bit concerned as I didn't have any home cooked meals. I went straight into exercise Monday night when I got back going to Zumba which was a great exercise, as always!
On Tuesday I took a break as I was exhausted from the weekend but continued eating healthy all week. I went to spinning on Wednesday which was something that I didn't do in years! It was really tough but I loved, I was sweating by the time it finished and felt like I had burned off (some) of the weekends overindulgence's!
I am now only 2 lbs to goal and am soo pleased :)
Thursday 31st May Weigh In - Week 32 - Lost 1&1/2 lbs
9 stone 6&1/2 Lbs
So Thursday was Weigh Day and i am extremely pleased to say that I have lost 1 & 1/2 lbs this week. I really wanted to get a good result after being up last week so I tried my very hardest.
Firstly as soon as I came out of class last Thursday I ate a weight watchers meal - lasagna which was filling and very tasty.
I pointed everything that week (even all the treats) . I went for a Chinese on Sunday with my family which was well within my 49 Pro Points. I also went to the cinema with my mam on Monday night and got a popcorn which is my vice :)!! So after both treats at the weekend I was still well on track.
I went to my Zumba class on Tuesday evening which had to be by far the best class and I know I might have said it before but with the heat and a packed room full of people and of course the 15 dances one after the other I was soaked to the skin with sweat. A great workout indeed!!
Wednesday night I did a spinning class for the first time in about 3 years. It was hard work and I have to admit I was ready to give up after 10 minutes into the class but I kept going and didn't stop. I was really pleased with myself when I finished and again was saturated with sweat.
So with both classes done I was satisfied that I had lost that lb I gained last week. I was very confident getting on the scales that I would have a loss of 1lb and so when I heard it was more it was just an extra added bonus.
Next week I will be doing just the same but I will be having a drink at the weekend( all within my 49 weeklies!! ) as I am away with family for the Bank Holiday weekend.
Thursday 24th May Weigh In - Week 32 - Gained 1 lb
9 stone 8 Lbs
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Thursday was Weigh Day and to be honest I knew the result before I even stepped on the scales. I was UP 1 pound.
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During that week I had 2 takeaways just out of pure boredom. Also my Boot Camp was cancelled so the only exercise I did was 1 Zumba class.I did not walk to work any day so that would have contributed also.
During the day at work I was very good eating prawns instead of sandwiches for lunch again and lots of fruit and water. I have decided that I am not going to let it get me down. As I am writing this post I am sitting out the back in the lovely sun and I am happy with my body in my bikini and a lot more confident than what I was a few months ago in a 1 piece. I will just try harder this week to be down weight and to not be too hard on myself as some weeks this can happen. After all I ate the greasy food and I didn't do any alternative exercise when Boot Camp was cancelled!
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This week is going to be all about TRACKING. It is nearly the end of the summer challenge with
The Skinny Doll and I am happy I took part in the challenge as it is great motivation every week to stop me from giving into my bad habits. This week was just one of those weeks when I didn't try my hardest and the results speak for themselves. So with the help of my tracker I will be writing down everything I eat and choosing wise options. I am hoping for a loss next week so I will be putting in a good effort this week. Thursday 17th May Weigh In - Week 31 - Did not get weighed
9 stone 7 Lbs
Thursday 10th May Weigh In - Week 30 - Lost 1 lb
9 stone 7 Lbs
Thursday was Weigh Day and as I wasn't able to make last weeks class I went in with a positive attitude as I had 2 weeks without weigh in. I was delighted when I stepped on the scales and was told I had lost 1 lb. To be honest I had anticipated to lose more as I'm aiming for 1 lb a week but as the week previous was a bank holiday and I had wine both nights of the weekend and I was eating out a lot and not tracking - I was happy it was a loss.
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So I went back to Boot Camp Wednesday after 2 weeks of the classes being cancelled. I brought along my Zumba partner Niamh who loved the workout (but not the pain side) but I have told her if shekeeps attending she will see the benefits. I am actually still sore in my thighs, and my stomach was aching for 2 days after all the cardio work I did but I don't mind as I know I got a great workout and was down weight so job well done :-)
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I also went to Zumba Tuesday night which was filled with a few new routines which were great fun. The evenings are staying much brighter and even at half past 8 at night the sun was beaming in the window in class which made the room much warmer and I sweat more which made it one if the best and challenging Zumba classes to date.
As it stands I now have 3 lbs left to lose to reach my goal weight. I know I keep counting down but if I keep reminding myself it gives me the extra bit of motivation to keep going. There are 2 weeks left to the start of June which should officially mark the start of summer so if I stick to my target I should reach goal at the start of the month. I am trying my best every week with tracking and plenty of exercise so that I will not be up before then so.
Thursday3rd May Weigh In - Week 29 - Lost 1 lb & 1/2 lbs
9 stone 8 & 1/2 Lbs
I also went to Zumba Tuesday night which was filled with a few new routines which were great fun. The evenings are staying much brighter and even at half past 8 at night the sun was beaming in the window in class which made the room much warmer and I sweat more which made it one if the best and challenging Zumba classes to date.
As it stands I now have 3 lbs left to lose to reach my goal weight. I know I keep counting down but if I keep reminding myself it gives me the extra bit of motivation to keep going. There are 2 weeks left to the start of June which should officially mark the start of summer so if I stick to my target I should reach goal at the start of the month. I am trying my best every week with tracking and plenty of exercise so that I will not be up before then so.
Thursday3rd May Weigh In - Week 29 - Lost 1 lb & 1/2 lbs
9 stone 8 & 1/2 Lbs
Thursday was Weigh Day and I am more than pleased to say that I have lost 1 & 1/2 lbs this week. I was really good eating wise swapping sandwiches to prawn cocktail and ryvitas for lunch. I felt a lot less bloated everyday also.
I turned up for Boot camp Monday only to find out that it was cancelled again as no one else turned up. I went for a great jog on Sunday afternoon and also went to the gym and swimming Wednesday evening. I walked to work everyday and walked home which would have helped a lot also.
I now have only 4 & 1/2 lbs left to lose to reaching my goal weight. I am going to try my hardest this weekend. Altough it is a long weekend and I am going away for a couple of nights with the family I will do my best not to overindulge too much on eating out and drinking alcohol and I will make sure to dance if I am out to burn some extra calories.
I want a loss everyweek at the scales from now until I reach my goal. Like I said previous a loss of 1 lb a week is fantastic so this week was a bonus that I am more than pleased about. Summer is almost here and I know the weather may not show it much but I am still keeping focused. The prospect of reaching goal is so motivating for me that I am going to make sure that I reach it as soon as I can.
Thursday 26th April Weigh In - Week 28 - Lost 1 lb
9 stone 10 Lbs
9 stone 10 Lbs
This week I have lost 1 lb. I am so happy with this result. Altough I did not do as much exercise than I had planned I still ate well and managed to knock off the 1/2 pound I gained last week and then some.
I went to Boot Camp Monday night and even tough it was just myself and and that turn up it was still a great workout and it felt like we had our own personal trainer :-) My friend who is getting married next year wants to lose weight and tone up before her big day joined and it means I now have a workout buddy. So with one session of Boot Camp and a jog Sunday morning that sums up my exercise for the week. That doesn't sound like too much but I was also walking to and from work everyday and the hill to get home is very steep!!
I now have 6 lbs left to goal weight so I will work my best to keep aiming for the pound a week - it's almost summer and 1 lb gone for the next 6 weeks will bring me right on target- I do not want to be hiding on the beach in August.
I am doing a Summer challenge also with one of my Favourite Blogs The Skinny Doll. The previous challenge she did helped me out a lot so I am delighted that a new one has started and perfect timing indeed for me.
Next week I have to make sure not to miss any exercises classes so I will be planning ahead to make all my classes. I am already missing my Zumba as I didn't go at all this week. Staying on track is my main priorty 5 weeks to Summer so staying focused is vital for me.
Thursday 19th April Weigh In - Week 27 - Gained 1/2 lb
9 stone 11 Lbs
In class tonight I wasn't shocked to be told that I had gained 1/2 a lb.I am actually pleased as I felt I may had been up more!I was eating well this week with healthy lunches and dinners and I didn't drink any alcohol which I think was one of the main things that helped me considering I only went to 1 Zumba class because I was unable to make Monday's class as I didn't have a spin and I went for a Chinese meal for my mams birthday Wednesday (I ordered a king prawn chow mein). On top of this I also had another chinese takeaway and ordered a pizza earlier in the week. I was definitely over indulging a bit too much on the take aways! I think I felt that many weeks that I do have a takeaway I still manage to lose weight because I work it off but with this being one of the weeks that I have done the least exercise and ate the most takeaways was not a good combination!
So with this gain I am determined to stay right on track to reaching my goal weight. It's soo close I can almost taste it!! I really can't wait to get my gold card and reach my healthy goal weight. I have started doing my stomach exercises again as I have been neglecting them lately and I really need all the toning in my tummy area. My summer holiday is 4th August and I want to have the confidence in my bikini that I had pre pregnancy. It's all well and good maintaining eating healthy but the exercise is really important at this stage and it also gives me a lot more energy.
Boot Camp is starting back up again next week and I will be there working it all off again. Bring it on - no pain, no gain (or loss of weight in my case)!!
So here's to summer and getting in the right shape where I want to be, plenty of time now for toning. I will only have myself to blame if I don't and I'm not having that I have tried too hard to give up now so I will just keep pushing and the reward will be more than worth it.
Next week I will make sure I knock that 1/2 lb right off and then some!!
Thursday 12th April Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 1lb 9 stone 10 & 1/2 lbs
Weigh Day was a great result this evening with being told that I have lost 1 & 1/2 lbs!!
I am extremely happy with this as I am aiming for 1 lb loss a week so this is definitely a bonus.
I was drinking both Easter Saturday and Sunday with plenty of alcohol to do me a while that I will take a break from it for a while. I do not drink very often anymore so when I do I more than make up for it. I also had a few too many takeaways over the weekend. I have to admit though that I did not over indulge with easter eggs, in fact the only bit of chocolate I had was a mini packet of maltesers - chocolate is not my vice - I am more of a savoury person.
So after the weekend, feeling like I had gained about half a stone from all that alcohol I decided to try and undo all the damage caused from the weekend, and with that I turned up to my first of 3 Zumba classes bloated and sluggish and danced my arse off and did so for the next 2 nights afterwards.
I also went swimming with my partner and our baby who has now turned 10 months already -where has the time gone?! It was her first time and she was more than happy to be splashing around as she loves water! We had a great time splashing around with her and took turns doing laps to get a bit of exercise too.
So all the workouts did the world of good as I was shocked to be down that much. I have lost my measuring tape so I will have to get a new one as I am curious to see what my measurement's are since the last time I checked was over 2 weeks ago. I am feeling very optimistic about the next few weeks that I am determined to reach my goal before June so I will stay on track, it's soo close I can't give up now!!!!!!
I hope you all have had a good week too - summer is almost here so lets get moving :-)
Thursday 5th April Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 1lb
9 stone 11 & 1/2 lbs
Today was Weigh Day as will be from all Thursdays onwards and I am so pleased to say that I have lost 1 lb this week :-). I really tried hard by going to boot camp for one session as the other was cancelled as I was the only person to turn up in this freezing weather! I also attented my 1 Zumba class. I have also started jogging this week- now not that much but instead of walking to workouts I just jog instead and jog back home. It only seems fitting to push my fitness that bit more but more importantly push myself! I really didn't think a few months ago that I would be capable of jogging but I feel it does a lot more than just walking alone and is a great warm up before the 'real exercise' begins!!
So with this great result I have now 6 lbs left to Goal weight which I will work hard to get - no excuses!!
It is soo close and I am so determined to get there that I am going to try get it ASAP. This would mean losing 1 lb a week which I would be ecstatic about if it actually worked out that way. So staying determined and keeping fitness and my tracking as top priority will do me the world of good.
Here's to staying on track and getting to goal weight by summer
Thursday 29th March Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 1 & 1/2 lbs
9 stone 12 & 1/2 lbs
Measurements: waist - 32 inches, hips - 37 & 1/2 inches, bust 37 inches
Today is my new Weigh Day because of going back to work I will now be weighed on a Thursday evening. I am so pleased to say that I have lost 1 & 1/2 lbs!
I have also lost 2 inches on my waist. That is a great result after the last 2 weeks that I have had.
I put it all down to staying on track and eating good meals everyday.
I also went to boot camp twice and Zumba class once which has me exhausted but more than pleased I did it.
The plan is to stick to the plan :-D!!! I have 7 lbs exactly to lost to reach my goal weight so I am really going to buckle down and shift the last few and tone my tummy at the same time.
Friday 23rd March Weigh In - Week 26 - Gained 1 lb
9 stone 12 & 1/2 lbs
Measurements: waist - 34 inches, hips - 37 & 1/2 inches, bust 37 inches
Weigh Day was Friday morning an yet again for the 2nd week running I was up 1 lb!!
What is going on?! I can't understand - I am hoping that the gain is muscle as it supposed to weigh more than fat.
I was eating home made meals and plenty of fruit for lunch and drinking plenty of water, but I am thinking that my downfall may have been breakfast as I have gone back to work and I am still in the process of moving home so breakfasts were a bit of fruit walking to work which is not the best way of having brekkie!!
I still had my exercise as I went to Zumba and Bootcamp but did not do my stomach exercise as I have done previously so that will be top on my list this week.
Here's hoping that the scales will be in my favour next week
Friday 16th March Weigh In - Week 26 - Gained 1 lb
9 stone 11 & 1/2 lbs
So Friday was weigh day and I was disappointed to find out that I had gained 1 lb. This is the first time that I have actually gained weight since before Christmas so it was a minor set back but to be honest I know exactly where I went wrong. Our leader asked us all in class do we think we deserved the result we got on the scales? Well for me I feel I completely deserved it as I did not track for most of the week and I had a few takeaways. I was moving house this week and was not prepared for making home made dinners so most nights were getting food delivered- I know! The worst thing I could have been eating. At least I only gained 1 lb and not anymore but it will give me the push I need to keep me on track. So I will make sure I track all this week and hopefully be down next week.
Friday 9th March Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 3 & 1/2 lbs
9 stone 10&1/2 lbs
This morning I went to weight watchers to get weiged as I am working in the morning. I am so pleased to say that I have lost 3 &1/2 lbs this week!! I know - what a great result. I received my 10% book which means that I have lost 10% of my total BMI. Also on top of that I recieved my 2nd silver 7!!! I am still grinning :-)
My weight now stands at 9 stone 10&1/2 lbs. I was told that this could be my goal weight but as I feel I could lose a small few more lbs I was told that going down to 9 stone 4 will still be a healthy weight so that will be my official goal weight. I am soo pleased that after months of trying I am so close to reaching my goal weight.
My measurements have also changed.
I have lost 1 inch on my waist.
I have lost 2 inches on my bust.
I have lost 1/2 an inch on my hips.
This week I tracked everything I ate. I also went for a meal in a Chinese and chose King prawn chow mein as it seemed one of the healthiest options and I am still eating a lot of fish so it seemed the best thing to order. I drank lots of water and ate lots of fruit also. The fact that I was writing down everything I ate made it a lot easier to avoid all the things I shouldn't eat as I did not want to write down those things.
I also joined a boot camp with the local gym - Leisure world in Churchfield which was fantastic! It is lots of running, jogging, crunches and other stomach exercises. There was a free trial last night so myself and a few of the girls went along to try it out. It will run for 4-6 weeks from what I can remember and will be 3 days a week. Although I will only more than likely do 2 days some weeks because of work I have every intention of turning up whenever I can. There were lot of other woman there which was great and it was outdoors which was something I was really pleased about as I never get to go much activities outdoors except walking so this ticks all the boxes for me. I will be keeping everyone informed about the boot camp in the coming weeks. This will help with all the toning that I need and I will also attend 1 Zumba class a week as I love it too much.
I hope all of you out there have had a good week. Let me know if you have joined a boot camp or something like it on your area and how it helped?
Friday 02nd March Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 1/2 lb
10 stone
It is that day of the week again - Weigh Day and I pleased to say that I have lost 1/2 a lb! It is still a great result considering a gave in to the pizza at the start of the week. I am so pleased to be back on track working to my goal weight. I have been doing myexercises both at home and my classes. I also tracked everything I ate and made wise food choices. I know that I am getting in shape only for myself so there is no point in trying to cheat myself beacauses that just defeats the purpose. So I will be sticking to it this time as I really want to be confident for summer. I have booked my summer holidays to Fuertaventura in August so until that date comes it will gove me the determination to keep going. I do not want to be looking back in a few months time looking for more time as I can achieve a lot in the time that I have now.
The weather was extremely good yesterday si I went for a walk bright and early at 8.30 am and walked to the supermarket around lunch time with my partner and our baby. It was an exausting walk back home but was definitely well worth it.
I also did my stomach exercises last night at home. I dread the time of the night when I have to do them but they take less than 10 mins so I just push through. I just have to keep reminding myself that it will be all worth it in the the long run. I am working towards a flat tummy and that makes me soo excited so the pain will have to be endured :-).
Friday 24th February Weigh In - Week 26 - Did not get weighed!!
10 stone & 1/2 lb
Today is weigh day and this morning I decided not to attend. As much as I love going to class I did not want to spend €10 to be told I would be up weight. I am just wasting my money if I am not even following the programme. I really feel like I have gone way off track this week. I really want to do good and turn up to class with the confidence of being told I have lost weight. It is also totm for me which I know is another reason why I would have been up this morning.
I want to get my motivation and confidence back again. This week I have vowed to cut out all that bad stuff AGAIN!!! I feel like I am only fooling myself. I need to get back into things, I am really losing control and just constantly eating processed dinners and pizzas, they do not even feel like treats anymore as I am eating them so much. This is the complete opposite to healthy eating. I must be the worst role model and it is making me tired also. I even avoided Zumba Wednesday as I was too tired and sluggish to attend.
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Before I know it the summer will be here and I will yet again
be complaining that I did not have enough time. But I know myself I have plenty of time I am just not doing anything about it. Sometimes getting healthy is so tough, but I suppose being over weight is too!!
Here's to another week of trying to get back into the swing of things
Friday 21st february Weigh In - Week 26 - Weight stayed the same!!
10 stone & 1/2 lb
So weigh day was Friday but as I have been busy all weekend I am only getting the time to post it up today. My weight has stayed the same, it is a good result considering I haven't been weighed in 2 weeks and I still haven't found the ''right time'' to start tracking again- but I want to be losing weight!! I have been fairly good with food choices but the weekend is my downfall. I feel that when it is Friday I switch off healthy eating mode and opt for a bottle of wine and a take away so easily. I keep telling myself no more but it is not that easy. I feel I need to be in a state of mind of wanting to eat healthy. I know this is just a sticky patch that I have got myself stuck in but I didn't think it would last this long.
I have all my good intentions of cutting out the foods that are high in carbs again and trying to do more exercise than just my 2 zumba classes a week. (I even stayed and did a circuit class when zumba was cancelled last week) all I can say is ouch!!
I was in pain for 3 days afterwards but I felt it was well needed as I had been drinking 3 nights and went for a gorgeous meal at the Lake Hotel, Killarney for Valentines night with my partner that same week. I need to get my head back in the game and get back to the state of mind I had been in all along.
I need some good encouragement. Are any of you out there having a bad week also? Let me know if you are or even some tips about how to get out of a rut?!
Friday 3rd February Weigh In - Week 26 - Weight stayed the same!!
10 stone & 1/2 lb
Today was weigh day and as I missed last weeks class because of work I had expected to be down. It has been 2 weeks since my last weigh in and as I stepped on the scales I felt very optimistic. I was then told that my weight had stayed the same. This was not such bad news - it would have been a whole lot worse if I was told I was up. I stayed for the meeting and was very shocked that I was the only other person besides 3 new members that had joined.What is happening?? Have people lost their motivation to stay at class?? I mean what I personal find helps me each week is staying for the class and listening to what the leader and others' have to say! I was very disappointed as there was not much to talk about and so I just listened to the explanation of how Weight Watchers works. I hope next week there will be some people staying for class as it is so vital in helping people.
So with the knowledge of knowing that I have not lost anything in the last 2 weeks I had a rethink of what I was actually doing wrong. I am still attending my 2 Zumba classes a week. I am eating o.k, it could be a lot better though. I have not been tracking as frequently as I do, alright I have not been tracking at all. This is my down fall because if I were tracking I would not be tempted to eat some of the food that has passed through my lips in the last few weeks. When I track I know exactly how many daily points I have left throughout the day and so would try my best not to exceed these.When I am not tracking I wouldn't even know how to guess how many points I had used. I suppose I am lucky in a way that I did not put back on any of the weight I had lost over new year. I would be gutted if I had to lose that all over again. So I have decided to start tracking asap. No time like the present so I am writing every thing down that I eat and drink today.
I am surprised that I did not put on anything, maybe I have had a lucky escape. I think my saving grace was Zumba classes which are starting to get harder but I am still enjoying them. I am sweating more which is good as I know I am burning more calories. I am also still doing my sit ups every night and I am also now able to do 3 Min's of the plank. This has helped my stomach tone up a lot in the few weeks that I have been doing these. This is a bonus that I am extremely happy about.
Friday 20th January Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 1lb!!
10 stone & 1/2 lb
I went for my weigh in this morning and I am happy to say that I have lost 1 lb this week which is a great result. I attended my 2 Zumba classes in which my friend also joined and really liked it. It's great when you have somebody to enjoy having fun working out with. It doesn't seem like such a task then - more like 2 mothers getting a break and exercising at the same time.
On the days I didn't have class I still did my Zumba on the PlayStation which I feel is really helping me. Especially on the nights that are too cold or it's raining and I can't get out for a walk. This leaves me with no excuse not to work out!
Today's Weight Watchers class was really busy with a lot of new members joining. It's great when there are lots of people at class to encourage each other and swap good tips and ideas. I didn't stay for class today though, I only got weighed. I hate missing class as I feel it really helps me and I also like hearing how other people are getting on. I will be attending next week but I might be changing to a different weigh day as I am going back to work soon. How exciting :-)
I hope all of you out there had a good week and any body who has just joined weight watchers - good luck for next week!!
Friday 13th January Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 6lbs!!
10 stone 1 & 1/2 lbs
Another weigh day over and done with and I couldn't be more ecstatic. I have lost 6 lbs this week - unfreakin believable!!
I haven't been to class since the start of December so I went in this morning with the intention of being told that I would be up weight. I was in total shock, but saying that I have really worked hard this week. I attended my 2 Zumba classes and even after Wednesdays class I went straight into doing a 1 hour circuit training class - and my god was that hard. I was ready to collapse by the end of it all. But it was all worth it in the end I suppose. I also did a 23 minute session of Zumba on the PlayStation move last night, this was a brilliant workout there was even beads of sweat dripping down my face afterwards so I know for definite I got a good workout done. I have also started making sure that I do the plank everyday for a minute. My Zumba teacher said that if I just do a minute everyday then my stomach will be toned in no time.
So I couldn't be happier today with that result. I have decided to give up alcohol for a few weeks to focus on getting in better shape.I find that when I have a hangover I am more likely to eat junk food and not do any exercise.I am going to try and keep myself motivated as best I can. I am sticking to my healthy eating habits and will keep up the exercise over the coming weeks.This was a great start to getting back in to Weight watchers but I know I have to keep it up!
I hope all of you out there have had a good week too and if not just keep yourself motivated and try to even lose 1lb next week, you will feel soo much better, promise.
Friday 6th January Weigh In - Week 26 - Did not get weighed!!
10 stone 7 & 1/2 lbs
So till Friday I'll keep myself guessing what my weight is and in the mean time try shift a few lbs..
I was at my Christmas party Saturday night in Kinsale, Co. Cork where we stayed at the Blue Haven Hotel which was a fantastic night. We had a three course meal and drank lots of wine, but hey it's Christmas I feel I deserve - I had duck in pancakes for starters, a turkey and ham dinner which was soo tasty and poached pear in red wine for dessert which was really yummy. Afterwards we partied and danced the night away in a VIP area of a club which was great and I really enjoyed catching up with all the girls. I really appreciate my nights out now as there not that often so I just leave my hair down and have fun.
This week I'll have to be conscious of what I eat and try to attend all my Zumba classes in order to lose what I have gained this week.
Friday 2nd December Weigh In - week 21 - Weighed stayed the same
10 stone 5 lbs
At today's Weight watchers class I was steady in my weight which I was surprised about as it is TOTM for me so I was expecting to be up weight, as I am usually but I am happy about that result. I was good this week although I did have a take away once. I went to 1 Zumba class as I could not make the other with the weather being so bad I could not get a spin. I feel like the time is flying leading up to Christmas and with my Xmas party just a few days away I am so excited and looking forward to having a night out with all the girlys who I miss sooo much in work, so the prospect of getting dressed up and having a great night is making the week much longer :( Is it just me or is December like a party a month!! My plan this week is to stay positive and try not to dip into my weekly points as when I do I feel a lot more bloated and I REALLY want to look my best. I have tried on that red dress and with the help of my trusted knickers I feel more comfortable in hiding my wobbly bits which I am still working on. I feel that Zumba is toning my stomach but I do need to start doing sit ups most days to get the results I want. I am a patient person but there are some days that I just wish the results would speed up but I know it will be worth it in the end - even if it does take longer than I want.
Hey, I know it's not officially Weigh Day and this week I actually got weighed on Thursday morning as I was up in Dublin bright and early Friday morning because I got the 5am train - still recovering from exhaustion.
This week I gained 1 lb but it's not all bad though because I got to see Riahnna in concert and it was just FAB!! I danced my socks off so hopefully plenty of activity points for that and it will show on the scales next week.
I drank a good bit of wine last night and I thoroughly enjoyed my night so I'm just relaxing tonight staying in with my daughter watching t.v.
I can't believe Christmas is just a month away I got some really nice clothes shopping up in Dublin and I really want to feel good wearing them so gonna be wise with my food choices before the big Turkey eating day when I am going to just enjoy all the foods I love.
Yep, it's that day again already...
I am pleased to say that I have lost half a lb this week. It wasn't one of my best weeks, I admit as I had a pizza AND a Chinese takeaway but I still managed to be down due to, I'm assuming Zumba, as I didn't get much exercise other that one class on Monday. I also had a few drinks last night as I went out to bingo in the pub - BIG jackpot didn't win - same old same!!I feel like I didn't try my best this week at all-but that's not to say I'm not pleased to be down weight, I just feel to be honest, it was like a lucky result on the scales.
With a new week ahead I am going to start trying to up my exercise regime a bit more. As I am seeing positive results in Zumba, like my legs have become very toned and I am back in my pre pregnancy skinny jeans (woo hoo)!! what I really want to is start toning my stomach. I have heard great reviews about pole dancing classes or running and by the sounds of it they seem like two of the best ways to tone your tummy. If any of you out there have any other ideas or are trying anything else that you think is really helping contribute to a toned tummy it would be great to hear from you??
Friday 11th November Weigh In - week 18 - Lost 4 lbs
10 stone 4 & 1/2 lbs
So today is weigh day and I am just back from my Weight Watchers class. I couldn't be more pleased to say that I lost a WHOPPING 4lbs this week!!!
MY SILVER 7!!
And on top of that I have finally earned my first silver 7... what an excellent result. I am so thrilled with this as I had 2 previous weeks of gaining weight and it knocked me back but as the saying goes
that which does not break us only makes us stronger. I feel like I came back and really showed what I was capable of achieving. This will make me work just as hard to be down another few lbs for Christmas (yes I said it) now I know it's only November but it's exactly 6 weeks and 2 days to the day so I was thinking what better time to set a target for myself - if I lose 1lb a week until then I will be down a stone which is a full dress size!!! Simples :-) .
I also have a Christmas party coming up on the 5th December with my previous job in Falcon Travel where we will be staying the night in a swanky Hotel which I am really looking forward to. So as I want to look my best and feel great that night I will definitely be sticking to this target or at least try my very best anyway. I have a beautiful red dress hanging in my wardrobe which I REALLY want to fit into, so will power is a must!!
I hope all of you out there have had a good week too.
P.S This is my smiley face for the scales this week...
Today is weigh day and needless to say I am not surprised that I gained 1 lb. Like I said it is TOTM for me so, naturally I'm nearly always up on weeks like this. I will try my best this week as I always push myself that bit harder on weeks I am up.I don't mind so much this week but I want the scales going in the opposite direction next Friday.
All in all it was a good morning at Weight Watchers. It was very busy as there were a lot of new members which is always great to see and a lot of other people in the group are doing really great. I love staying for the meeting as I like hear other peoples stories and share tips and recipes. We were talking of Halloween and the ALL the sweets that will come our way. I will have to be careful as I do have a bit of a sweet tooth!
There is a FREE Weight Watchers magazine in the RTE GUIDE today which I went out and purchased right after class. Inside there are some great recipes and tips as well as inspirational stories of other members who achieved there weight loss goals. It's great to read the experiences of other members as it reminds you not everyone is the same and just because you are not losing weight as fast as others, once you don't give up you will eventually get there!
Today was my weigh in at weight watchers and I couldn't be happier. This week I have lost 1 and half lbs. I really needed the scales to be on my side this week as I had gained half a pound in last weeks class which got me really upset especially as I had tried so hard. I did the same exercise as usual, my 2 Zumba classes but I avoided any takeaways and stayed off the alcohol and boy has it paid off.
As my weight stands I have 1 more lbs to lose to be down half a stone which I feel would be a great accomplishment. It just goes to show that hard work and perseverance really do pay off. So this week I will be trying just as hard as that is the first mile stone I want to cross, and also I will get my first silver7. How great would that be?!
I will be drinking alcohol this weekend as I am attending an 18th Birthday party for my brothers girlfriend (I have to live a little) but I will be keeping track of how much white wine I drink and make to sure to mix it with 7 up free so as not to use many of my weekly points.
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9 stone 11 Lbs
In class tonight I wasn't shocked to be told that I had gained 1/2 a lb.I am actually pleased as I felt I may had been up more!I was eating well this week with healthy lunches and dinners and I didn't drink any alcohol which I think was one of the main things that helped me considering I only went to 1 Zumba class because I was unable to make Monday's class as I didn't have a spin and I went for a Chinese meal for my mams birthday Wednesday (I ordered a king prawn chow mein). On top of this I also had another chinese takeaway and ordered a pizza earlier in the week. I was definitely over indulging a bit too much on the take aways! I think I felt that many weeks that I do have a takeaway I still manage to lose weight because I work it off but with this being one of the weeks that I have done the least exercise and ate the most takeaways was not a good combination!
So with this gain I am determined to stay right on track to reaching my goal weight. It's soo close I can almost taste it!! I really can't wait to get my gold card and reach my healthy goal weight. I have started doing my stomach exercises again as I have been neglecting them lately and I really need all the toning in my tummy area. My summer holiday is 4th August and I want to have the confidence in my bikini that I had pre pregnancy. It's all well and good maintaining eating healthy but the exercise is really important at this stage and it also gives me a lot more energy.
Boot Camp is starting back up again next week and I will be there working it all off again. Bring it on - no pain, no gain (or loss of weight in my case)!!
So here's to summer and getting in the right shape where I want to be, plenty of time now for toning. I will only have myself to blame if I don't and I'm not having that I have tried too hard to give up now so I will just keep pushing and the reward will be more than worth it.
Next week I will make sure I knock that 1/2 lb right off and then some!!
Thursday 12th April Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 1lb 9 stone 10 & 1/2 lbs
Weigh Day was a great result this evening with being told that I have lost 1 & 1/2 lbs!!
I am extremely happy with this as I am aiming for 1 lb loss a week so this is definitely a bonus.
I was drinking both Easter Saturday and Sunday with plenty of alcohol to do me a while that I will take a break from it for a while. I do not drink very often anymore so when I do I more than make up for it. I also had a few too many takeaways over the weekend. I have to admit though that I did not over indulge with easter eggs, in fact the only bit of chocolate I had was a mini packet of maltesers - chocolate is not my vice - I am more of a savoury person.
So after the weekend, feeling like I had gained about half a stone from all that alcohol I decided to try and undo all the damage caused from the weekend, and with that I turned up to my first of 3 Zumba classes bloated and sluggish and danced my arse off and did so for the next 2 nights afterwards.
I also went swimming with my partner and our baby who has now turned 10 months already -where has the time gone?! It was her first time and she was more than happy to be splashing around as she loves water! We had a great time splashing around with her and took turns doing laps to get a bit of exercise too.
So all the workouts did the world of good as I was shocked to be down that much. I have lost my measuring tape so I will have to get a new one as I am curious to see what my measurement's are since the last time I checked was over 2 weeks ago. I am feeling very optimistic about the next few weeks that I am determined to reach my goal before June so I will stay on track, it's soo close I can't give up now!!!!!!
I hope you all have had a good week too - summer is almost here so lets get moving :-)
Thursday 5th April Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 1lb
9 stone 11 & 1/2 lbs
Today was Weigh Day as will be from all Thursdays onwards and I am so pleased to say that I have lost 1 lb this week :-). I really tried hard by going to boot camp for one session as the other was cancelled as I was the only person to turn up in this freezing weather! I also attented my 1 Zumba class. I have also started jogging this week- now not that much but instead of walking to workouts I just jog instead and jog back home. It only seems fitting to push my fitness that bit more but more importantly push myself! I really didn't think a few months ago that I would be capable of jogging but I feel it does a lot more than just walking alone and is a great warm up before the 'real exercise' begins!!
So with this great result I have now 6 lbs left to Goal weight which I will work hard to get - no excuses!!
It is soo close and I am so determined to get there that I am going to try get it ASAP. This would mean losing 1 lb a week which I would be ecstatic about if it actually worked out that way. So staying determined and keeping fitness and my tracking as top priority will do me the world of good.
Here's to staying on track and getting to goal weight by summer
Thursday 29th March Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 1 & 1/2 lbs
9 stone 12 & 1/2 lbs
Measurements: waist - 32 inches, hips - 37 & 1/2 inches, bust 37 inches
Today is my new Weigh Day because of going back to work I will now be weighed on a Thursday evening. I am so pleased to say that I have lost 1 & 1/2 lbs!
I put it all down to staying on track and eating good meals everyday.
I also went to boot camp twice and Zumba class once which has me exhausted but more than pleased I did it.The plan is to stick to the plan :-D!!! I have 7 lbs exactly to lost to reach my goal weight so I am really going to buckle down and shift the last few and tone my tummy at the same time.
Friday 23rd March Weigh In - Week 26 - Gained 1 lb
9 stone 12 & 1/2 lbs
Measurements: waist - 34 inches, hips - 37 & 1/2 inches, bust 37 inches
Weigh Day was Friday morning an yet again for the 2nd week running I was up 1 lb!!
What is going on?! I can't understand - I am hoping that the gain is muscle as it supposed to weigh more than fat.
Here's hoping that the scales will be in my favour next week
Friday 16th March Weigh In - Week 26 - Gained 1 lb
9 stone 11 & 1/2 lbs
So Friday was weigh day and I was disappointed to find out that I had gained 1 lb. This is the first time that I have actually gained weight since before Christmas so it was a minor set back but to be honest I know exactly where I went wrong. Our leader asked us all in class do we think we deserved the result we got on the scales? Well for me I feel I completely deserved it as I did not track for most of the week and I had a few takeaways. I was moving house this week and was not prepared for making home made dinners so most nights were getting food delivered- I know! The worst thing I could have been eating. At least I only gained 1 lb and not anymore but it will give me the push I need to keep me on track. So I will make sure I track all this week and hopefully be down next week.
Friday 9th March Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 3 & 1/2 lbs
9 stone 10&1/2 lbs
My weight now stands at 9 stone 10&1/2 lbs. I was told that this could be my goal weight but as I feel I could lose a small few more lbs I was told that going down to 9 stone 4 will still be a healthy weight so that will be my official goal weight. I am soo pleased that after months of trying I am so close to reaching my goal weight.
My measurements have also changed.
I have lost 1 inch on my waist.
I have lost 2 inches on my bust.
I have lost 1/2 an inch on my hips.
This week I tracked everything I ate. I also went for a meal in a Chinese and chose King prawn chow mein as it seemed one of the healthiest options and I am still eating a lot of fish so it seemed the best thing to order. I drank lots of water and ate lots of fruit also. The fact that I was writing down everything I ate made it a lot easier to avoid all the things I shouldn't eat as I did not want to write down those things.
I also joined a boot camp with the local gym - Leisure world in Churchfield which was fantastic! It is lots of running, jogging, crunches and other stomach exercises. There was a free trial last night so myself and a few of the girls went along to try it out. It will run for 4-6 weeks from what I can remember and will be 3 days a week. Although I will only more than likely do 2 days some weeks because of work I have every intention of turning up whenever I can. There were lot of other woman there which was great and it was outdoors which was something I was really pleased about as I never get to go much activities outdoors except walking so this ticks all the boxes for me. I will be keeping everyone informed about the boot camp in the coming weeks. This will help with all the toning that I need and I will also attend 1 Zumba class a week as I love it too much.
I hope all of you out there have had a good week. Let me know if you have joined a boot camp or something like it on your area and how it helped?
Friday 02nd March Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 1/2 lb
10 stone
It is that day of the week again - Weigh Day and I pleased to say that I have lost 1/2 a lb! It is still a great result considering a gave in to the pizza at the start of the week. I am so pleased to be back on track working to my goal weight. I have been doing myexercises both at home and my classes. I also tracked everything I ate and made wise food choices. I know that I am getting in shape only for myself so there is no point in trying to cheat myself beacauses that just defeats the purpose. So I will be sticking to it this time as I really want to be confident for summer. I have booked my summer holidays to Fuertaventura in August so until that date comes it will gove me the determination to keep going. I do not want to be looking back in a few months time looking for more time as I can achieve a lot in the time that I have now.
The weather was extremely good yesterday si I went for a walk bright and early at 8.30 am and walked to the supermarket around lunch time with my partner and our baby. It was an exausting walk back home but was definitely well worth it.
Friday 24th February Weigh In - Week 26 - Did not get weighed!!
10 stone & 1/2 lb
Today is weigh day and this morning I decided not to attend. As much as I love going to class I did not want to spend €10 to be told I would be up weight. I am just wasting my money if I am not even following the programme. I really feel like I have gone way off track this week. I really want to do good and turn up to class with the confidence of being told I have lost weight. It is also totm for me which I know is another reason why I would have been up this morning.
Before I know it the summer will be here and I will yet again
be complaining that I did not have enough time. But I know myself I have plenty of time I am just not doing anything about it. Sometimes getting healthy is so tough, but I suppose being over weight is too!!
Here's to another week of trying to get back into the swing of things
Friday 21st february Weigh In - Week 26 - Weight stayed the same!!
10 stone & 1/2 lb
So weigh day was Friday but as I have been busy all weekend I am only getting the time to post it up today. My weight has stayed the same, it is a good result considering I haven't been weighed in 2 weeks and I still haven't found the ''right time'' to start tracking again- but I want to be losing weight!! I have been fairly good with food choices but the weekend is my downfall. I feel that when it is Friday I switch off healthy eating mode and opt for a bottle of wine and a take away so easily. I keep telling myself no more but it is not that easy. I feel I need to be in a state of mind of wanting to eat healthy. I know this is just a sticky patch that I have got myself stuck in but I didn't think it would last this long.
I was in pain for 3 days afterwards but I felt it was well needed as I had been drinking 3 nights and went for a gorgeous meal at the Lake Hotel, Killarney for Valentines night with my partner that same week. I need to get my head back in the game and get back to the state of mind I had been in all along.
I need some good encouragement. Are any of you out there having a bad week also? Let me know if you are or even some tips about how to get out of a rut?!
Friday 3rd February Weigh In - Week 26 - Weight stayed the same!!
10 stone & 1/2 lb
Today was weigh day and as I missed last weeks class because of work I had expected to be down. It has been 2 weeks since my last weigh in and as I stepped on the scales I felt very optimistic. I was then told that my weight had stayed the same. This was not such bad news - it would have been a whole lot worse if I was told I was up. I stayed for the meeting and was very shocked that I was the only other person besides 3 new members that had joined.What is happening?? Have people lost their motivation to stay at class?? I mean what I personal find helps me each week is staying for the class and listening to what the leader and others' have to say! I was very disappointed as there was not much to talk about and so I just listened to the explanation of how Weight Watchers works. I hope next week there will be some people staying for class as it is so vital in helping people.
So with the knowledge of knowing that I have not lost anything in the last 2 weeks I had a rethink of what I was actually doing wrong. I am still attending my 2 Zumba classes a week. I am eating o.k, it could be a lot better though. I have not been tracking as frequently as I do, alright I have not been tracking at all. This is my down fall because if I were tracking I would not be tempted to eat some of the food that has passed through my lips in the last few weeks. When I track I know exactly how many daily points I have left throughout the day and so would try my best not to exceed these.When I am not tracking I wouldn't even know how to guess how many points I had used. I suppose I am lucky in a way that I did not put back on any of the weight I had lost over new year. I would be gutted if I had to lose that all over again. So I have decided to start tracking asap. No time like the present so I am writing every thing down that I eat and drink today.I am surprised that I did not put on anything, maybe I have had a lucky escape. I think my saving grace was Zumba classes which are starting to get harder but I am still enjoying them. I am sweating more which is good as I know I am burning more calories. I am also still doing my sit ups every night and I am also now able to do 3 Min's of the plank. This has helped my stomach tone up a lot in the few weeks that I have been doing these. This is a bonus that I am extremely happy about.
With the weather being a bit milder I have starting walking again.I updated my ipod and I enjoy going for a long walk listening to all my favourite songs.It actually makes the walk go much faster:-)
Friday 20th January Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 1lb!!
10 stone & 1/2 lb
I went for my weigh in this morning and I am happy to say that I have lost 1 lb this week which is a great result. I attended my 2 Zumba classes in which my friend also joined and really liked it. It's great when you have somebody to enjoy having fun working out with. It doesn't seem like such a task then - more like 2 mothers getting a break and exercising at the same time.
On the days I didn't have class I still did my Zumba on the PlayStation which I feel is really helping me. Especially on the nights that are too cold or it's raining and I can't get out for a walk. This leaves me with no excuse not to work out!
Eating habits have stayed the same - I am still cutting down on carbohydrates, still using soya milk and still drinking plenty of water and berry tea. I am also tracking my points which I feel is still VERY important.
Today's Weight Watchers class was really busy with a lot of new members joining. It's great when there are lots of people at class to encourage each other and swap good tips and ideas. I didn't stay for class today though, I only got weighed. I hate missing class as I feel it really helps me and I also like hearing how other people are getting on. I will be attending next week but I might be changing to a different weigh day as I am going back to work soon. How exciting :-)
I hope all of you out there had a good week and any body who has just joined weight watchers - good luck for next week!!
Friday 13th January Weigh In - Week 26 - Lost 6lbs!!
10 stone 1 & 1/2 lbs
Another weigh day over and done with and I couldn't be more ecstatic. I have lost 6 lbs this week - unfreakin believable!!
I haven't been to class since the start of December so I went in this morning with the intention of being told that I would be up weight. I was in total shock, but saying that I have really worked hard this week. I attended my 2 Zumba classes and even after Wednesdays class I went straight into doing a 1 hour circuit training class - and my god was that hard. I was ready to collapse by the end of it all. But it was all worth it in the end I suppose. I also did a 23 minute session of Zumba on the PlayStation move last night, this was a brilliant workout there was even beads of sweat dripping down my face afterwards so I know for definite I got a good workout done. I have also started making sure that I do the plank everyday for a minute. My Zumba teacher said that if I just do a minute everyday then my stomach will be toned in no time.
<<< THE PLANK
So I couldn't be happier today with that result. I have decided to give up alcohol for a few weeks to focus on getting in better shape.I find that when I have a hangover I am more likely to eat junk food and not do any exercise.I am going to try and keep myself motivated as best I can. I am sticking to my healthy eating habits and will keep up the exercise over the coming weeks.This was a great start to getting back in to Weight watchers but I know I have to keep it up!
I hope all of you out there have had a good week too and if not just keep yourself motivated and try to even lose 1lb next week, you will feel soo much better, promise.
Friday 6th January Weigh In - Week 26 - Did not get weighed!!
10 stone 7 & 1/2 lbs
I was due back to weight watchers Friday morning morning but unfortunately didn't go as I was so exhausted. I had been in the doctors with my daughter in the middle of the night previous as she was sick.I thought I would get to weigh myself but I haven't had the chance- I purposely do not have a weighing scales as I like being weighed in class only and by the same scales. At suppose if I just hold off till next Friday I might be able to undo some of the damage caused by over eating and drinking at Xmas and new years AND thanks to last night - an alcohol splurge and a donor kebab to finish off the night!!
I was doing good this week. Here's a little info of the week I had getting back into the motions.I have been steadily getting my good eating habits back.I started tracking again on Tuesday and have stuck to a healthy (ish) diet plan. I am due to go back to Zumba on Monday night so happy with this - in the mean time I have been doing Zumba on the PlayStation which I have to admit is really hard work. I was sweating the other night doing it that I nearly gave up, but with some encouragement from my lovely partner I soldiered on and cleared the level. I felt that I would be like a pro doing the dance moves as it's the same songs and moves as in class but somehow it's more difficult. Maybe it's because I have been so relaxed lately and haven't done ANY exercise that I have become unfit?!.. well possibly.
So till Friday I'll keep myself guessing what my weight is and in the mean time try shift a few lbs..
Friday 9th December Weigh In - Week 22 - Gained 2 & 1/2 lbs
10 stone 7 & 1/2 lbs
10 stone 7 & 1/2 lbs
Weigh Day was Friday as usual but only getting a chance to post today. Well it was not good news at all on the scales. I gained 2 and 1/2 lbs!! Yes, I am still in shock. I know I didn't have the best week and I didn't attend any of my Zumba classes either so I think all of these were factors that contributed to my weight gain this week.
I was at my Christmas party Saturday night in Kinsale, Co. Cork where we stayed at the Blue Haven Hotel which was a fantastic night. We had a three course meal and drank lots of wine, but hey it's Christmas I feel I deserve - I had duck in pancakes for starters, a turkey and ham dinner which was soo tasty and poached pear in red wine for dessert which was really yummy. Afterwards we partied and danced the night away in a VIP area of a club which was great and I really enjoyed catching up with all the girls. I really appreciate my nights out now as there not that often so I just leave my hair down and have fun.
This week I'll have to be conscious of what I eat and try to attend all my Zumba classes in order to lose what I have gained this week.
10 stone 5 lbs
At today's Weight watchers class I was steady in my weight which I was surprised about as it is TOTM for me so I was expecting to be up weight, as I am usually but I am happy about that result. I was good this week although I did have a take away once. I went to 1 Zumba class as I could not make the other with the weather being so bad I could not get a spin. I feel like the time is flying leading up to Christmas and with my Xmas party just a few days away I am so excited and looking forward to having a night out with all the girlys who I miss sooo much in work, so the prospect of getting dressed up and having a great night is making the week much longer :( Is it just me or is December like a party a month!! My plan this week is to stay positive and try not to dip into my weekly points as when I do I feel a lot more bloated and I REALLY want to look my best. I have tried on that red dress and with the help of my trusted knickers I feel more comfortable in hiding my wobbly bits which I am still working on. I feel that Zumba is toning my stomach but I do need to start doing sit ups most days to get the results I want. I am a patient person but there are some days that I just wish the results would speed up but I know it will be worth it in the end - even if it does take longer than I want.
Friday 25th November Weigh In - week 20 - Gained 1lb
10 stone 5 lbs
Hey, I know it's not officially Weigh Day and this week I actually got weighed on Thursday morning as I was up in Dublin bright and early Friday morning because I got the 5am train - still recovering from exhaustion.
This week I gained 1 lb but it's not all bad though because I got to see Riahnna in concert and it was just FAB!! I danced my socks off so hopefully plenty of activity points for that and it will show on the scales next week.
I drank a good bit of wine last night and I thoroughly enjoyed my night so I'm just relaxing tonight staying in with my daughter watching t.v.
I can't believe Christmas is just a month away I got some really nice clothes shopping up in Dublin and I really want to feel good wearing them so gonna be wise with my food choices before the big Turkey eating day when I am going to just enjoy all the foods I love.
Friday 18th November Weigh In - week 19 - Lost 1/2 lb
10 stone 4 lbs
I am pleased to say that I have lost half a lb this week. It wasn't one of my best weeks, I admit as I had a pizza AND a Chinese takeaway but I still managed to be down due to, I'm assuming Zumba, as I didn't get much exercise other that one class on Monday. I also had a few drinks last night as I went out to bingo in the pub - BIG jackpot didn't win - same old same!!I feel like I didn't try my best this week at all-but that's not to say I'm not pleased to be down weight, I just feel to be honest, it was like a lucky result on the scales.
With a new week ahead I am going to start trying to up my exercise regime a bit more. As I am seeing positive results in Zumba, like my legs have become very toned and I am back in my pre pregnancy skinny jeans (woo hoo)!! what I really want to is start toning my stomach. I have heard great reviews about pole dancing classes or running and by the sounds of it they seem like two of the best ways to tone your tummy. If any of you out there have any other ideas or are trying anything else that you think is really helping contribute to a toned tummy it would be great to hear from you??
Friday 11th November Weigh In - week 18 - Lost 4 lbs
10 stone 4 & 1/2 lbs
So today is weigh day and I am just back from my Weight Watchers class. I couldn't be more pleased to say that I lost a WHOPPING 4lbs this week!!!
MY SILVER 7!!that which does not break us only makes us stronger. I feel like I came back and really showed what I was capable of achieving. This will make me work just as hard to be down another few lbs for Christmas (yes I said it) now I know it's only November but it's exactly 6 weeks and 2 days to the day so I was thinking what better time to set a target for myself - if I lose 1lb a week until then I will be down a stone which is a full dress size!!! Simples :-) .
I also have a Christmas party coming up on the 5th December with my previous job in Falcon Travel where we will be staying the night in a swanky Hotel which I am really looking forward to. So as I want to look my best and feel great that night I will definitely be sticking to this target or at least try my very best anyway. I have a beautiful red dress hanging in my wardrobe which I REALLY want to fit into, so will power is a must!!
I hope all of you out there have had a good week too.
P.S This is my smiley face for the scales this week...
Friday 4th November Weigh In - week 17 - Gained 1 & 1/2 lbs
10 stone 8 & 1/2 lbs
So yesterday was weigh day and I was so busy I didn't get a chance to post it. I gained 1 & 1/2 lbs :-( !!!
I am really disappointed but the more I think about it it was an inevitable result to a bad week. Firstly I forgot to take a tracker in class so I used a notebook instead which definitely was not the same.I couldn't get used to it and even though I had no excuse I just stopped tracking mid week.
My weekend went well even though I drank much more alcohol than expected when I was out Sunday but I had anticipated to exercise and gain back control.Then I only attended 1 Zumba class as Mondays class was cancelled because of Halloween. On top of that I didn't go for any walk or do any sort of exercises at home either. I had a takeaway Monday, a large hot chicken roll during the week which was over 12 Pro Points alone and a fry up in town with my sister Thursday morning. I had a REALLY bad week but I felt because I wasn't tracking and couldn't see all the bad things I was eating, I could just ignore what Pro Point values they had and they would not contribute to my weight gain. Denial is not just a river in Egypt!!!
This week I am really going to have to be strict because I can feel bad habits kicking back in so. So I made sure I got my tracker for starters. I did the weekly food shop and took advantage of the fruit offers in the supermarket, also pears are in season now and they are delicious. This morning I got up early and I took Michaela for a walk in her pram and right now I am eating a bowl of fruit and having a pint of water while finally getting the chance to update my blog. I also haven't touched any of my weekly points either and I am half way through the weekend, I am intending not to use them this week and also try another activity like water aerobics.
I have had 2 bad weeks and I refuse to have another. So wish me luck for the week ahead ( I think I'm gonna need it ) and hopefully as our leader said in class this week we will all have happy faces at the scales next week :-)
Friday 28th October Weigh In - Week 16 - Gained 1lb
10 stone 7 lbs
Today is weigh day and needless to say I am not surprised that I gained 1 lb. Like I said it is TOTM for me so, naturally I'm nearly always up on weeks like this. I will try my best this week as I always push myself that bit harder on weeks I am up.I don't mind so much this week but I want the scales going in the opposite direction next Friday.
I know I am going to need a lot of self restrain, especially for the weekend as I will probably go out for a few drinks tomorrow night and with Halloween approaching with soo many treats lying around I will be lucky to have my weekly 49 pro points left by Monday. Once the weekend is over I should be back on track. So preparation is the best thing for the weekend ahead.
I like to keep account of how much alcohol I consume when I am out which can be hard, especially when I'm enjoying myself, but by having a pen and piece of paper in my handbag I just put a tick down for every drink I have consume and so when I am applying my lipstick in the toilet or something I just put a tick down for every glass or bottle I have had. It seems a bit awkward but trust me it's way easier than trying to remember the next day.I can point everything when filling out my tracker.I think any tips that you feel are working for you are always worth sticking to.
Friday 21st October - Weigh In Week 15 - Lost 1/2 lb
10 stone 6 lbs
So today is Friday and as you all know by now 'It's Weigh Day'. This is my favourite day of the week, especially if I'm happy with what the scales has to say about me. I was really happy with myself as I lost half lb. It wasn't the full pound that I was hoping for but hey half way there! Just think losing anything is much better than gaining something. I'm really happy today as I am almost there to my first silver 7. Your probably thinking will she ever get that 7 we are hearing of every week, but I will not rest until I receive it.
I had a good week food wise, although when I came home from Zumba Thursday night I ate a full pizza with a pro points value of 12. Not the worst thing I could have ate and fortunately I had accumulated enough activity points throughout the week to cover it. I had a moment of weakness and just felt I couldn't resist...so I enjoyed it, pointed it and moved on. All in all it was a good morning at Weight Watchers. It was very busy as there were a lot of new members which is always great to see and a lot of other people in the group are doing really great. I love staying for the meeting as I like hear other peoples stories and share tips and recipes. We were talking of Halloween and the ALL the sweets that will come our way. I will have to be careful as I do have a bit of a sweet tooth!
There is a FREE Weight Watchers magazine in the RTE GUIDE today which I went out and purchased right after class. Inside there are some great recipes and tips as well as inspirational stories of other members who achieved there weight loss goals. It's great to read the experiences of other members as it reminds you not everyone is the same and just because you are not losing weight as fast as others, once you don't give up you will eventually get there!
Friday 14th October Weigh In - Week 14 - Lost 1/2 lb
10 stone 6 & 1/2 lbs
I'm sooo happy for weigh day :-)
Today was my weigh in at weight watchers and I couldn't be happier. This week I have lost 1 and half lbs. I really needed the scales to be on my side this week as I had gained half a pound in last weeks class which got me really upset especially as I had tried so hard. I did the same exercise as usual, my 2 Zumba classes but I avoided any takeaways and stayed off the alcohol and boy has it paid off.
As my weight stands I have 1 more lbs to lose to be down half a stone which I feel would be a great accomplishment. It just goes to show that hard work and perseverance really do pay off. So this week I will be trying just as hard as that is the first mile stone I want to cross, and also I will get my first silver7. How great would that be?!
I will be drinking alcohol this weekend as I am attending an 18th Birthday party for my brothers girlfriend (I have to live a little) but I will be keeping track of how much white wine I drink and make to sure to mix it with 7 up free so as not to use many of my weekly points.
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