Happy Friday everyone!

Last night could have ended badly but I decided not to let it get that way. Not only did I eat out once yesterday, I ate out twice causing me, of course, to go over my calories. It was horrible. On top of that, I forgot I was supposed to make cupcakes for DD's party today at school so I was scrambling around looking for ingredients, baking, and icing cuppies until 11pm last night.

Right there is where it could have gotten worse. But instead of going into the bedroom and going to bed like I wanted to, I knew I needed to work off some of that food I ate or else I would regret it today and then it would have shown on the scale that I didn't do anything about it. Instead of my regular 20 minutes I did my normal weight loss program on my treadmill but went the whole 30 minutes. It wasn't that bad at all. Everyone else in the house was asleep so I couldn't really watch anything while walking so I turned on my ipod and jammed out to some good pump up music. I think I've figured out what  makes walking on the treadmill so hard. It's when I don't have anything to distract me, all I do is stare at the speed, incline and time to go until it changes again.. I guess in a way ot makes it worse when you know it's going to change.. If I really pay attention to the music, I don't notice the difference in speeds and inclines as I'm going and it seems to go by a lot faster. Plus alot of my music on my playlist have the perfect beats for my paces so that was great.

After my 30 minute walk (1.5 miles) I did my strength training. I'm going to have to change around my strength exercise soon because these are getting too easy and I want them to actually work for me. But for now these are the ones I do.

STRENGTH SETS REPS

Crunches 2 12-15

Modified Pushups 2 12-15

Wall Pushups 2 12-15

Back Extension 2 12-15

Lying Abduction 2 12-15

Lying Leg Curls 2 12-15

After these I did about 10 minutes of stretching. I got finished right before midnight where I was slowly crawling into bed.  This morning I thought I would be tired, and I guess I sort of was but I know I would have felt worse if I would have gone to bed w/o the exercising.

Here's to good choices! I hope everyone has a wonderful Friday and go easy on the Halloween candy!!

I hereby declare...

~Happy Birthday to DD!! She Turns the big 1-5 today!~~


I think I've picked a bad day for a weigh in day. Thursdays are always better for me and show me a lot better weight ;)  I'm thinking I'm going to change. Because even though I do watch myself on the weekends, I know I'm going to slip up and I know on Monday I'm going to see it. Where as on Thursday, I'll have everything worked off from the weekend.. hehe.. does that make sense? 

It does to me and I've decided... I hereby declare Thursday as Weigh in Day... ok, well for that here goes:

SW: 182

LW: 180 (Monday 10.25.10)

CW: 178 - this number puts me in a really good mood :D

GW: 135

Yayee.. Technically I didn't lose anything because last Thursday I was in the 170's, then I splurged during the weekend, went back up to 180 and now back down 2lbs.. Atleast I'm getting those lbs off.. The thing I gotta remember this weekend though is not to eat tons of crap. 6yo has a football game this weekend that she has to cheer at and it's also 15yo's birthday (wow, so can't believe that!) so we are going to be staying the night in Lubbock and taking her shopping so my choices are going to be bad. Saturday we'll have concession stand food, and of course birthday dinner at whatever restaurant she chooses.. Then Sunday we will have mall food. Yum.. Luckily, I booked a hotel with a workout facility so I can get my 20 minute workouts done there. 


Well, thought I would just record that so I didn't forget later! Must get back to work. Laters!

10/27/10 -- Wednesday

First off, Happy 15 months to my little man :) He's getting so big, sometimes I can't believe it.

Today was pretty good chore-wise. Did lots of laundry and got bb's room cleaned up. Plus did lots of de-cluttering. Yay :) I am so ready to go back to work though. It's alot easier to be there and away from temptation at the house. I sit at my desk and eat my packed snacks/lunch whenever I need to but here at home, anytime I'm bored there's always something I can find in a cabinet..

Food-wise, eh.... I guess It was good considering I ate out today. I've been trying to remember for the last few hours, and I can't remember if I had breakfast this morning. And I honestly think I didn't... I remember eating the fiber one bar but I think I got busy doing stuff and I completely forgot about breakfast.. BUT, even though it'll make me go way over my goals, if I remember later that I really did eat breakfast, I'll go back and change it.

I did the 30 day shred lv 1 again and with my legs still being sore, it was hard to do but it also felt good at the same time. It worked all of my muscles again so they feel loose now but I know tomorrow morning I'm going to need to take really long hot shower.

Even though its only 8 pm I already feel like I need to pass out, too bad I still have some more laundry to do! Blech...

My Reports:

Met My Goals

Calories My Goal – 1340-1690 Today – 1542

• Eating the right amount of calories can help you manage your weight and get the nutrients you need to stay healthy.

d

Protein My Goal – 60-139 Today – 91

• You know that protein is an essential nutrient, and you're doing a great job of meeting your body's needs!

Went Over My Goals

d

Fat My Goal – 35-62 Today – 67

• While some dietary fat is essential for good health, too much fat—especially the wrong kinds—can increase your risk of lifestyle diseases and weight problems.
• Reduce dairy fat. Eating high-fat versions of dairy products can contribute to a high fat intake. Choose 1% or skim milk, low-fat or fat-free yogurt and reduced-fat cheeses.

Went Under My Goals

d

Carbohydrates My Goal – 179-258 Today – 146

• When it comes to carbohydrates, it's important to avoid extremes. Too many, and you could gain weight; too little, and you could hurt your health. Carbs have gotten an unfounded bad rap in recent years, but they are actually the best source of fuel for your body and your brain. Aim for no less than 120 grams of carbohydrates each day (unless otherwise directed by your medical provider).
• Eat your vegetables. Vegetables are good sources of carbohydrates, vitamins, fiber while being low in calories. Aim for 3-5 servings of fresh, frozen, or canned vegetables each day.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2010
BREAKFAST
	Calories	Fat	Carbohydrates	Protein
Regular Coffee, 1 cup (8 fl oz)	2	0	0	0
	2	0	0	0
LUNCH
	Calories	Fat	Carbohydrates	Protein
Mexican Hamburger, 1 serving	970	51	62	65
French Fries (french fried potatoes), 15 strips	150	6	23	2
	1,120	57	85	67
DINNER
	Calories	Fat	Carbohydrates	Protein
Lean Cuisine Market Creations - Garlic Chicken, 1 serving	270	6	33	20
	270	6	33	20
SNACK
	Calories	Fat	Carbohydrates	Protein
Fiber One Oats and Peanut Butter Chewy Bar, 1 bar	150	5	28	3
	150	5	28	3
	1,542	67	146	91
	1340 - 1690	35 - 62	179 - 258	60 - 139

Finishing Up Today

Really good day! I didn't go over anything, and actually (unfortunately) I didn't even get the minimum of my protein.

I got up at normal time, rushed around the house like a chicken w/ its head cut off and finally got DD to school. Since I'm didn't go to work today, me and bb got caught up on lots of laundry and I read a few fics that I needed to catch up on :)  During his first nap I got my #90daycult 20 minutes in on the elliptical which felt good because I woke up on the tired side and I knew if I had waited until tonight I wouldn't do it. I really don't want to do the shred but I know I need to. anyway, this post is going to be shorter than normal. BB is yelling at me from his high chair telling me I need to get him and throw him in bed. Everyone have a wonderful night!

MET MY GOALS:

Calories My Goal – 1340-1690 Today – 1482

• Eating the right amount of calories can help you manage your weight and get the nutrients you need to stay healthy.

d

Fat My Goal – 35-62 Today – 56

• You are eating the right amount of dietary fat to help your body stay healthy!

d

Carbohydrates My Goal – 179-258 Today – 236

• Carbohydrates provide your muscles and your mind with energy. You're eating the right amount to fuel both!

WENT UNDER:

Protein My Goal – 60-139 Today – 57

• Protein is an essential nutrient that does more than build muscles. It plays a role in cell repair, hormone production and fluid balance, to name a few. So pump up your protein intake to stay fit and healthy.
• Food is always best. But if you still have trouble meeting your protein needs, talk to your doctor about adding protein supplements, such as shakes, powders or bars, to your diet.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2010
BREAKFAST
	Calories	Fat	Carbohydrates	Protein
Bread, whole wheat (including toast), 2 slice	256	5	47	8
Country Crock, Shedd's Spread Country Crock Churn Style (Soft), 1 Tbsp , 1 serving	60	7	0	0
Sobe Orange Carrott, 1.5 serving	135	0	35	0
	451	12	82	8
LUNCH
	Calories	Fat	Carbohydrates	Protein
Bread, whole wheat (including toast), 2 slice	256	5	47	8
Country Crock, Shedd's Spread Country Crock Churn Style (Soft), 1 Tbsp , 0.33 serving	20	2	0	0
Shur Fine Thin Sliced Lean Chicken, 0.5 serving	45	3	1	5
Borden Cheese Sensations: Sun-Dried Tomato Basil, 2 serving	140	10	46	8
	461	20	94	21
DINNER
	Calories	Fat	Carbohydrates	Protein
Paula's Ranch Style Pork Chops & Potatoes in a Skillet, 1 serving	390	17	31	26
	390	17	31	26
SNACK
	Calories	Fat	Carbohydrates	Protein
Cookie, Frosted Sugar Cookie (Lofthouse)-1 cookie, 1 serving	180	7	29	2
	180	7	29	2
	1,482	56	236	57
	1340 - 1690	35 - 62	179 - 258	60 - 139

Weigh In yesterday

SW 182

LW 180

CW 180

GW 135

That really kills me. Last week I started going downhill and I just kept gathering momentum till I finally crashed at the bottom. Yeah, I exercised but I didn't track hardly anything. All this past weekend I did not drink all my water and I ate/drank all the things I know I don't need (candy, frito pie, starbucks coffee, etc.. )

I woke up yesterday when my alarm first went off, which is a huge miracle because that never happens. Since I was up, I decided to go ahead and do my 20 minute workout for #90daycult. 20 minutes on the gazelle and it felt great! Gave me tons of energy and I was ready to conquer the world. When I finally got around to weighing myself I was still in a good mood but after seeing that 180, I got pissed off.. Last Thursday I secretly weighed myself (even tho I'm not supposed to, shhhh) And I was down to 178. Eating the way I did this past weekend pushed me back up to 180 and I wanted to kick my own ass..  I think that's why I decided to come home and work out again.  I don't want to stay this size for the rest of my life so I pulled out my 30 day Shred and did level 1. 

Sure, I'm paying for it now because my legs, arms and back hurt but if I really want to lose myself, I can't go off the wagon the way I did. 

I don't have a babysitter for today and tomorrow so I'm stuck at home. But while I'm here, I'm going to try and make the best of it. I'm cleaning out cabinets and going shopping so I know I won't have anything that will tempt me. I'm going to finally get ver2.0's room organized and then I'm going to work out.. alot. :) 

I hope everyone has a wonderful day!

whoops!

Well, yesterday was not a good day for me. I mean, it started out really good. I got up and made French (Women don't get fat) toast, which is *really* good btw, 
I packed the leftover portion of the Ranch Style Pork Chops & Potatoes for lunch and set off off to work. 

I don't know why but when 10am rolled around, of course I was hungry, and I should have pulled some carrots out of the fridge. Instead I pulled the pork chop out and ate that instead. And, of course, by the time 12 rolled around, I was hungry again but I had no lunch left. So then I decided to go get some carrots (back asswards, I know) not even 30 minutes later, I was hungry again. So I ate my favorite thing, a tortilla w. cream cheese and spinach. about an hour after that I went and got some schwan's mini pizzas. Thought, hey, I can work out a little extra tonight to make up for it. Well by the time I got off of work, I was famished again. I had to go fill up my car so I grabbed a bag of lays potato chips. My house is 10 minutes away from the store. And by the time I got there the bag was empty. whoops. 

Supper wasn't that bad for me.. I had an Oscar Mayer deli creations sandwich. That filled me up and I didn't eat again, but I also didn't get off the couch to get on the treadmill or the elliptical. I stayed on my computer and played on facebook. by the time 9pm rolled around I was so tired I couldn't keep my eyes open so I just went to bed. 

I hate that I did that.. I ate a good deal over my allowed calories, but its like I reverted back to my old self with the 'I don't wannas'. I hate that, because I *do* want to lose this weight, I *do* want to make changes. Yesterday was like I had a black hole in my stomach and nothing would please me. All because I ate my lunch early. grrrrr. 

Today tho, I got up with the thought in my mind that it's a new day. Who cares what I did yesterday, and it's gone really good so far. I haven't eaten anything I shouldn't. Even when I ate out with my stepdad at lunch, I cut my burger in half and only that one half. I stopped eating when I was full, which is a fairly new thing to me. I'm proud of myself today, just not so much yesterday. 

I hope I don't have another day like yesterday anytime soon because I don't think I can take very many of them.

10/18/10 -- Today's Blog

Today was weigh in day. And I'm glad to see some weight gone. 

SW: 182 
LW:182 
CW:180 
GW:135 

It kills me to not weigh myself during the week, but I've noticed it has kept me on the diet better. I know if I were checking my weight everyday and I kept seeing it go up and down, I would give up faster. This way, I can't be disappointed by the time weigh-in day rolls around, unless I didn't work out or track food at all that week. 

Speaking of food, I tried a new SparkPeople recipe today and it was awesome. I gave it 5 stars. The recipe is called "Paula's Ranch Style Pork Chops & Potatoes in a Skillet". Long name, I know but it exactly what it says it is. The Ranch was a little strong, and my pan wasn't big enough to cook the potatoes all the way through, but other than that we all loved it. 

I will definitely be making this recipe again but next time in a crock pot. That way it can cook more thoroughly. 

Well, I'm off to do my mile and strength training. You all have a wonderful night!

 

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Ingredients 

1 tbsp Canola Oil 
4 boneless Pork Loin Chops 
400 grams Red Potatoes (about 7- 8 small) 
1 can Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup, 98% fat free 
1/2 cup 2% milk 
1 pkt (1 oz) Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing & Seasoning Mix 
1 tbsp Paprika 


Directions 

1. Heat oil in large skillet. 
2. Brown pork chops in oil. 
3. While chops are browning, wash potatoes (leave skin on) and cut into bite-size chunks. 
4. Remove chops from skillet. 
5. Add soup, milk & dressing mix to skillet, mix well. 
6. Add potatoes, stir to coat, then add pork chops. 
7. Sprinkle with paprika. 
8. Reduce heat to med-low, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chops are cooked and potatoes are tender. 

Number of Servings: 4 

Nutritional Info 
Servings Per Recipe: 4 
Amount Per Serving 
Calories: 390.2 
Total Fat: 17.4 g 
Cholesterol: 64.7 mg 
Sodium: 1,047.9 mg 
Total Carbs: 30.7 g 
Dietary Fiber: 4.1 g 
Protein: 26.4 g 

View full nutritional breakdown of Paula's Ranch Style Pork Chops & Potatoes in a Skillet calories by ingredient: recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calor
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