If you’re new around here, a few weeks ago I shared my weight loss journey and I may or may not have revealed some much larger photos of myself from years ago. Whether you’re looking for some extra motivation, a reminder, or even a chuckle, I advise you to check them out.
I also mentioned here that I’ve recently been noticing that I’m starting to slip back into some old, bad habits and how I really needed to get back on track, especially with the holidays coming up in just a few short weeks. Instead of spending
So, leading up to Christmas, as a way to stay on track, I’m sharing my progress for each week. Here’s my update after the first week.
Week 1
The good:
-No snacking after dinner.
-Although I’ve always been really good about drinking tons and tons of water, I’ve continued to do so this week (and possibly even more).
-Although I’ve always been really good about drinking tons and tons of water, I’ve continued to do so this week (and possibly even more).
-I’ve been packing my lunches for work before I go to bed each night and it’s made a tremendous difference because my meals and snacks have been so much healthier.
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| The recipe for the smoothie can be found here and the apple dip here |
The okay:
– While I didn’t do a whole lot in the fitness department this week, I did get out for a half hour run. I figured that with the combination of not running in months and the cold weather I was going to be really discouraged, but it actually turned out to be a great run and it has me more motivated to continue on. It also made me realize how much I missed the feeling of soreness!
– I’m aiming for at least 3 times of exercising for next week.
– I’m aiming for at least 3 times of exercising for next week.
The bad:
– The burger and fries that I consumed in a total of 2.5 seconds on Saturday night. And maybe some drinks (we went out for a friends birthday and there was no way this girl was ordering a water and a salad).
– It’s also in the “bad” category because I didn’t regret it one bit, it was all just too yummy.
I must say, even after only one week, I’ve become much more motivated and I’m already starting to feel better. Now if I could only fit into my New Year’s dress that I bought last year, I’d be one extremely happy girl!
All the food looks delish! That is awesome you only have one bad! Keep it up, girlie!
Awesome job so far! I definitely have gotten better in the snacking after dinner department, and I plan on packing most of my lunches too when I start working next week!
Your lunches look really good! I could use this as inspiration for myself. What's the lunch in the bottom left hand corner?
This is inspiring and motivating! You go girl!
Come make my lunch! I want every single one of those please! I'm also in the same boat as you. My pants are a little tight and I'm becoming "fluffy" so I need to get a handle on it before I just let myself go!
I definitely needed this post! I keep saying I'll start eating healthy tomorrow…and I say that everyday! If I stock up on fresh vegetables for the week I do a better job but a lot of the time I get lazy and I can't think of anything "healthy" to make! So thank you for so many good suggestions!
-Carly
All these look so delicious! Thanks for the tips and reminders!
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1) any activity regardless of if it's only a half hour run or 1 mile, is GOOD activity because you're moving.
2) ONE burger and some fries won't do a thing to your progress; it's over consumption on a *consistent* basis that causes negative impacts. so enjoy it once in a while!
-kathy
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