Yeah, “normal” life. I got all my water in, and had 1570 calories. I’m 70 over, but that’s a huge improvement. Had a rough time getting started this morning, my bed felt sooo good. And we had to go shopping or eat the dishes. I bought 3 new pair of pants today. One for exercise, a medium. And 2 others, both a size 8. I really can’t believe it. They didn’t have any 8 petite, so I’ll be hemming, but I’ll be doing it with a smile.

I decided to tackle the elliptical again today. It’s in the middle of the living room, and it just burns me that I could only do 10 minutes yesterday. I did 15 today and called mercy. Anyone who can do half an hour or more scares me a little. I’ll get there, though. My mom always said I was stubborn and did what I was told I couldn’t. My husband puts it slightly differently. 

Tomorrow has me a bit worried. I have a luncheon at a Chinese buffet. I happen to love this restaurant, and there’s no way to know what I’m eating in terms of calories. I’m half tempted to not go, but I’m the club secretary, and I really need to be there. I have myself scheduled to go the gym right after, so that should help. I don’t want to feel too full when I run, and that’s the only time I’ll have to go before the girls get out of school. When I feel temptation to go for more, I’ll leave. That’s the only way I can figure out how to get out of there for under 1000 calories. Wish me luck.

I went to the Chinese buffet and listened to the minute from Scott talking about buffets right before I got out of the truck. It helped. I only had one plate, and ate the yummy stuff and the veggies. I figure it for 850 calories. My day total is 1455. I did good. I also drank 10 glasses of water. Starting to feel more like myself.

I hit the gym today and was surprised at how few people were there. Apparently, they were all behind me. Within 10 minutes, every treadmill was being used, not to mention the bikes. I started on my run, which I haven’t done in over a week, and only made it 10 minutes before I was sucking wind. I walked and tried again, but got no more than another 3 in. Then someone wanted my treadmill, and being there the longest, I finished my 30 minutes and got off. I stretched, and went home for the wonderful healing of my shower. Not sure what got me the worst, lack of my routine, or the unhealthy food, or staying with smokers. Probably a bit of all 3. Can’t wait to see how quickly I get back to pre-holiday form.

Sounds like you’re back on track.  Just be patient and your old form will return.  Now you know how you want to feel and what it takes to feel that way.  Sounds like you just need some detox - lots of water to flush out your system, and some venting - no better place than here. 

Intentional or not, smart move to listen to the buffet podcast right before you went out. 

Paula

Thanks, Paula. I had squash for supper and brussel sprouts for a snack, I’m hoping that’ll help. My kids looked at me like I was nuts when I ate them, but they think ice cream is a suitable supper. Not going to be taking advice from them any time soon.

No exercise today, we have family here for the night. They were passing through and are staying with us. It’s nice to have family down here.

I ate 1180 calories, and drank 10 cups of water.

Yesterday I had 1680 calories, drank 12 glasses of water and did 20 minutes on the elliptical. I was under the 1500 mark until we sat down to play cards with friends and I had a glass of wine and an ounce of cheese.

Today I had 1900 courtesy of Ben and Jerry, love those guys, drank 8 glasses of water (will probably have more) and did 20 minutes on the elliptical.

I took my weight and measured today. I weigh 146.2, body fat is 31.5%, neck is 14, arm is 12, chest is 37, waist is 30, hips are 38, and thighs are 22. Hopefully they’re be going down soon.

Bree

I had 1285 calories and 8 glasses of water. No exercise, but my husband caught up to me and did 20 minutes on the elliptical. He weighs almost 160 pounds more than me, so I am truly impressed. Tomorrow I’m starting my 100 days, so this journal will probably get neglected or deal with the psychological side of weight loss. Hope y’all have a good week.

Bree

it’s great to hear your husband getting in on the act!......is he going to do the 100 days too?

No, but he finally stopped teasing me about being on this site all the time. He was calling it my cult. But he is definitely on a mission to show me up. I figure anything that gets him moving is wonderful.

I have to share a great moment that I had this morning. I had just put on my new workout pants and walked in front of a mirror. I caught a glimpse of my rear from the side and thought, holy crudmuffins, that’s mine! I haven’t seen my rear looking this good since high school. I stared at it for a minute in shock. Gotta love this. Hope y’all have those moments too.

Bree

Bree - 08 January 2007 11:13 AM

No, but he finally stopped teasing me about being on this site all the time. He was calling it my cult.

Just don’t drink the “Kool Aid” and you’ll be fine.

Bree - 08 January 2007 11:13 AM

...holy crudmuffins, that’s mine! I haven’t seen my rear looking this good since high school.

See what happens when you cut the crudmuffins from your diet?  Magic! 

Good for you Bree.  Good for you.  Keep it up.

Thanks, Scott. I’m honored. I can really see how close I am now. I doubt I look much different than I did yesterday, but today I SAW it. I love the way my body is shaping up. It’s going to be so wonderful to see where I can take it.

I have had 9 glasses of water and 1275 calories. Thought I was going to be over because I feel full even 2 hours after supper, and I didn’t over eat. I added the numbers 3 times to make sure I wasn’t wrong. Yippee.

I worked out as hard as I could today for the start of the 100 days. Running, walking and pilates. I hit a wall in pilates and had to stop. Went to do the last V sit, and collapsed into a giggling fit. It felt good to hit that wall, then I knew I really pushed it.

My hubby called (he’s traveling for business) and he made 25 minutes on the elliptical. Show off. Now he says he may pass me up on the running too. Keep in mind he weighs 300 pounds and hasn’t worked out in years. I can’t believe how well he’s doing. The weight is going to drip off. Wonder what’s underneath!

My hubby managed 30 minutes on the elliptical today. I am in awe. I’m anxious to see how much weight he’s lost.

I had 11 glasses of water and 1450 calories. I again thought I was over my 1500 since we had spaghetti tonight, but I had measured everything carefully and it came in under. I’m getting used to eating with a food scale next to me. My kids don’t even notice anymore.

I’m in shock of all the new people here. I love all the activity especially since I don’t work, and this makes me feel like I’m part of something special. I love reading everyone’s threads, and I do read them all. But I’m tired, would you people go to bed already? Just as I finish reading a few, there was 10 more! I’m kidding, the number wasn’t an exaggeration though. It’s wonderful the way everyone is here and pulling together. I love the support. Which is why I’m still up typing away even though I can’t focus and I’ve lost feeling in my hands. I’m addicted to the site, I think I drank the Kool-Aid. Scott, what have you done to me? Thank you.

What an amazing day. I got a great workout, my hubby made it back from his trip safely, and my craft class at church was a blast. I am absolutely beat though, so I’ll have to catch up on everyone tomorrow and sleep tonight.

I’ve had 11 glasses of water and 1315 calories.

Tonight was the first night back at he Wednesday evening church program. Everyone said I looked so thin. I was even called skinny minney! At the gym an older man told me I didn’t need to lose any more weight. I love the positive feedback I’m getting, keeps me going. But I am starting to get more attention than I want. Especially at the gym lately while I’m lifting. I go in looking like crap (figure I’ll look like crap in a minute from sweat, no sense in bothering to look good), my hair is frizzy and I’m wearing sweats. I have my I-pod in and don’t pay any attention to the other people in there except to make sure we’re not in each other’s way. And I can’t get through 15 minutes without getting hit on. I can’t wear my ring because my finger went down 2 sizes. When I told one guy I was married, he commented on the lack of the ring, so it’s in the jeweler’s getting resized. I am not there for any reason other than my workouts. Is there anything I can do to keep them away? And when the heck did I become so popular? I don’t like this attention, it makes me nervous (the weirdo at the casino). Am I overreacting or does this crap bug anyone else? I wish it were just me and the senior citizens again. I love them.

I posted a new picture of my hubby and I at the Christmas party. You can see we have a bit of a height difference.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/70797419@N00/

Yesterday I had 1600 calories and 11 glasses of water. Had a great workout and the weight room to myself! It was awesome.

Hey Bree -

What a cute picture.  I looked at your other photos and you have come a long way.  Your hard work really shows.

While I don’t have the exact same problem you do (being a brunette helps make me invisible to men) I can sympathize.  I live in a small town and it was really frustrating having folks try to chat when I was working out.  I hope getting your ring back helps, but I also don’t see a problem with you smiling at someone and saying, “I’m sorry but I don’t like to chat when I work out.” And then go back to what you were doing. It’s polite but gets the point across quickly.

Good luck!

Laura