Weigh-in #3

Last Thursday I had my third weigh-in for the Y-Fit challenge.  I was a little (okay, quite) nervous to weigh-in after the gain the week before.  I decided to weigh-in before working out.  I thought maybe the 32 ounces of water I drank, while working out, before weighing-in the previous time may have hurt me.

So, I am excited to announce I lost 7 pounds, for a net loss of 6 pounds so far!  I am so excited.  The hard-work has paid off.  Though, I must admit it is not hard-work, it is enjoyable and I feel GREAT!

When I started this 2.5 weeks ago, I went for it all.  No one change at a time for me.  I changed my eating habits and began working out at least 5 days per week!  I try and do some type of workout every day, but the weekends are a little more challenging, so I am more creative with my workout.  Though, thanks to all the snow we have gotten it doesn't take too much creativity.

As far as eating goes I didn't cut anything out completely.  I am just changing my portion size and munching.  I have found that if I cut something out completely I usually end of craving it more after a period of time.

Diet Changes
Step 1: Use a smaller plate
Step 2: Smaller portions
Step 3: When I start to feel full, I quit eating
Step 4: Fruit or Veggies for snacks

It is nothing major and it is not scientific, but it is something I CAN stick with.

Working out has become a big part of my life.  I enjoy it because it is time for me.  I put my headphones on and just go....usually for about 3.5 miles or 35 minutes on the elliptical.  Then I move to the weights.  I want to lose fat, not muscle!

Yesterday (Saturday) I did not work out and I found myself with a headache mid-afternoon.  I couldn't figure out why, but as I thought about it I figured out it was because I hadn't worked out.  So, I got up and moving more than I was.  Up and down the stairs a few times.  Around the circle of the house.  Back to my bedroom.  Back to William's room.  My headache started to go away.  I kept moving and it was gone.

My body is adjusting to the changes I have made and my weight-loss is proof.

What I have learned in the short 2.5 weeks is, each person is different.  Each person's motivation is different.  Each person needs to do what WILL work for him/her.  No two people are alike and that is why no two exercise/weight loss plans should be identical.

I hope that I can motivate others to use the gym, control portions, and to become healthier.

My only regret in all of this is not taking advantage of the Y membership we purchased four years ago!

I DO feel better!  I AM more patient!  I HAVE more energy!

So, Tuesday morning I will get to the Y again and continue my workout so I can continue on my new journey.  (Tomorrow, Monday, I am taking William for his 15 month check-up.)