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Oops!…I did it again

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:41:51 -0700

Oops!…I did it again

My Tumblr Crushes:carolynruns (4%)snapthistiger...

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:05:07 -0700

My Tumblr Crushes:

At my WW meeting yesterday, the leader was talking about goals....

Tue, 21 May 2013 06:12:15 -0700

At my WW meeting yesterday, the leader was talking about goals. She had read somewhere that you have a 25% chance of reaching your goal if you say it out loud to yourself, 50% chance if you write it out & 75% if you share it with someone. So I’m sharing my goals for this week with you all - lose weight & exercise.

I’ve been on an iced coffee kick lately. Tried this new flavor and oh my nom! So good! How did I not know that Cost Plus had some great coffees? I need to get out more :)

Reblog if you're a healthblr/fitblr on Weight Watchers!

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:30:15 -0700

collegefitnessfight:

I want to follow all of my fellow point-counters! <3

• This text that I received this weekend made me be on hold with...

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:41:33 -0700

• This text that I received this weekend made me be on hold with my Internet provider for about 2 hours this afternoon. I’ve not been using my wifi on my iPhone because my connection keeps dropping. It isn’t my phone. It’s the GD modem from Comcast. I asked them to have a tech come out when I first spoke to someone but it took 2 hours & lots of swearing (not at the rep, I’m not that kind of person) to schedule someone to come out. That meant no gym today. When I see what’s going on in Oklahoma, I realize that I’m fucking ridiculous to get riled all by the small things.

• Weighed in at WW & their scale says I only gained .4. I’ll take it as my scale this morning said 1.8. Even though the majority of the member’s at today’s meeting were at least 20 years my senior, I’m still glad that I went. I don’t find that I have a lot in common with them but I don’t think another meeting time is doable for me.

• How awesome does this recipe look? I’m so making it this week.

Started my day with a healthy breakfast & a lovely message...

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:34:48 -0700

Started my day with a healthy breakfast & a lovely message from Windows 8.

• Pear Chobani
• Protein pancake
• Chocolate Macadamian Nut Kona coffee with almond milk on the rocks

My plan after work is to go home & immediately change into my workout clothes. No relaxing on the couch or taking a disco nap. After that I’ll be going to my WW meeting to face the scale again.

I don’t know how long or how many miles I’ll run but what matters to me today is just to get moving.

1.8 gain means no going out to lunch this week.

Mon, 20 May 2013 05:31:50 -0700

Wah wah wah…

It also means no pizza (or donuts) at work since I’ve recognized that those are triggers that lead me in the path of all that’s carbs and sugar.

Something that I am proud of is that even when I know the scale will show a gain, I’ve never not stepped on it. I hold myself accountable for both the good & bad. I do wish I could get back to the good days though.

Have a great Monday everyone!

P.S. The Chocolate Macadamia Nut Kona coffee is AMAZING! You all need to try it.

This morning - Huevos Divorciados (Two lightly fried corn...

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:24:59 -0700

This morning - Huevos Divorciados (Two lightly fried corn tortillas, two fried eggs and red & green salsas with crema and queso fresco. Served with beans and chorizo)

This afternoon - Original tart & pie apple swirl froyo with yogurt chips, mango, passion fruit balls & birthday cake.

Planned for tomorrow morning - juice & coffee. I saw that Angie got this coffee & I wanted to try it.

Today has been a chill day. I was looking at my calendar & I realized June will be here before I know it. I have 3 races next month & I’m so unprepared. I’m making the gym a priority tomorrow.

5 reasons Tumblr is doomed if Yahoo buys it

Sun, 19 May 2013 10:16:45 -0700

5 reasons Tumblr is doomed if Yahoo buys it:

Let’s hope for the best.

"You attract what you are, not what you want. So if you want it then reflect it!"

Sun, 19 May 2013 07:02:36 -0700

““You attract what you are, not what you want. So if you want it then reflect it!””

- Tony Gaskins (via fortyishathlete)

Around the world Sonoma style: • Started the day with a reserve...

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:05:52 -0700

Around the world Sonoma style:

• Started the day with a reserve tasting at a Mexican winery - Robledo Family Winery. My people make some fantastic vino.

• Stopped by to visit a friend at Cline Cellars where I found my favorite type of cashmere.

• Sweet potato tater tots with truffle oil, garlic & Parmesan cheese and their smoked tri-tip sandwich. Whoomp, there it is! Schelville Grill in Sonoma lived up to the hype. Also had a bite of the blood orange cheesecake that was brought out for the birthday girl. Oh my nom!

• Ended up at Peter Cellars where the owner had the best English accent and the location of their tasting room is a hidden treasure.

Life is good.

GPOY: To quote James Brown… I feel good.

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:58:22 -0700

GPOY: To quote James Brown… I feel good.

Spending the day with friends wine tasting & making...

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:08:45 -0700

Spending the day with friends wine tasting & making memories. Celebrating a birthday for one of them & for dinner we are having a potluck. I prepared a kale salad which I made quite often last summer.

I’m the DD (by choice) so I hope I won’t be too tempted by the vino & food. For any of you that are fans of Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives we are going to one of the restaurants he featured on his show in Wine Country. Some of the dishes featured were Hot Matty’s Smoked Tri-Tip Sandy, Porchetta, and Memphis Style Pulled Pork.

Happy weekend everyone!

Currently on repeat. TGIF!

Fri, 17 May 2013 05:47:35 -0700

Currently on repeat. TGIF!

fitness-my-way: Here ya go tumblr friends and fellow weight...

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:46:12 -0700

fitness-my-way:

Here ya go tumblr friends and fellow weight loss journeyers! Not sure about my weight in either pic but the one on the right was from 2009 I think probably when I weighed around 420… The pic on the left is from Tuesday (last time I weighed I was still at 305.) I am gonna weigh in next week and see where I am at!

Most of you know I have been plateaued for awhile but I have been eating like a champ so I am hoping to see a break in next weeks weigh in!

Looking for inspiration? Here ya go!

Triggers

Thu, 16 May 2013 07:09:19 -0700

One of the great things about tracking (when I actually do it) is that I can see & recognize any behaviors or triggers that may lead me away from my long term goal of being fit & healthy.

I seem to do really good on Monday through Wednesday morning. Wednesday night I become a snack monster and I try to get back in control on Thursday only to fuck it up on Friday which bleeds into the weekend. Then I start all over again in this pointless cycle.

I think I’ve found the culprits. Wednesday it’s pizza day at work & on Friday mornings we get donuts. Yesterday I had a healthy breakfast & snack and then two slices of pizza. They filled me up but didn’t really satisfy me. Then the snack monster was happily out & about.

The point of this post is to say that I won’t be having pizza or a donut at work anymore. The only thing these heavy carb & sugar foods do to my body is make it crave more carbs and sugars.

My Tumblr Crushes:snapthistiger (5%)yogawarriornyc...

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:22:31 -0700

My Tumblr Crushes:

Here’s the granola. I found it at Whole Foods. The other...

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:40:18 -0700

Here’s the granola. I found it at Whole Foods. The other one that I tried has pineapple, coconut & white chocolate and I think I like that one better. But this one is very good as well.

Woosah… Woosah… Woosah… That’s what I...

Wed, 15 May 2013 06:30:59 -0700

Woosah…

That’s what I will be saying all day today. Work has been a total cluster fuck. I’m not happy. It’s affecting me in a negative way. I, of all people, know how lucky I am to have a job especially after being unemployed for almost 2 years. But when I interviewed for the job, I was told the position was a certain way. Now that I’ve been doing it for over a month, I find that they were not 100% up front with me.

Woosah…

I’m trying something new. I really need to stop drinking so much coffee so I’m trying ToneItUp’s Bombshell Spell in the morning - organic pineapple juice, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup & lemon juice on the rocks.

Facts about ACV from the ToneItUp site:

• Keeps You Slim! Studies show that Apple Cider Vinegar helps regulate your blood sugar levels. This is an essential component of getting and staying lean! If your blood sugar levels are spiking and plummeting - simple starches like white bread, and sugary snacks will cause this - your body will store fat and increase your risk for diabetes and heart disease.

• Aids in Weight Loss! Not only is Apple Cider Vinegar rich in important enzymes that help your body detox, but it can also keep you feeling full and control your appetite. This means no more crazy snack attacks! ;)

• It Keeps Your Body Balanced. It’s super important to get your body back in balance if you enjoy coffee and the occasional cocktail! The acetic acid in ACV balances your PH to help keep your body alkaline. Why is this awesome? A balanced, more alkaline body means better immune function and increased energy! Yes, vinegar is acidic, but don’t let that mislead you ~ the effect of this vinegar on your body is extremely alkalizing. The same is true for lemons & limes.

I’m going to try to drink only one cup of coffee and see how I function. I’ve been drinking so much coffee lately that I think that’s they reason why I can’t go to sleep at a reasonable hour.

By the way, love my new granola - dark chocolate & red berries. Yes please! With some plain Greek yogurt, this breakfast is 6PP+.

Happy Hump Day!

I’m the cool kid with the iced tea. Keeping my long term...

Tue, 14 May 2013 20:56:09 -0700

I’m the cool kid with the iced tea.

Keeping my long term goals in mind, not my short term satisfaction.