6 Weeks for Phase 1

I checked and phase 1 took me 6 weeks. I am so happy with my progress so far. I can't wait to see how much I can lose in the next 4 weeks. That is how long phase 2 is.

I am going to my In-Laws this weekend and I can't wait to see the reaction to my transformation.

I'm still not in my pre-preggo clothes, but I will be soon. I know it! I am hoping that I will break the 200's in this next phase also.

This journey is hard! But it is so exciting too.

Pictures End Phase 1

After Phase 1

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Today I am in a weird head-space. I feel as if I am getting sick, that same kind of feeling. Today I finished workout A of phase 1 and Saturday I will be completely finished with Phase 1. I will post pictures either Saturday, but probably will do it Sunday with my weigh in. I feel strong and my clothes are feeling much looser. Mostly it has been great.
Some girls were talking about me at the gym today. It really got under my skin for some reason. I don't like being judged and they were judging me. They don't know me, they don't know my goals or what I have been through already. I know I shouldn't let it bother me, but it has.
I am looking forward to just doing cardio next week. I am thinking I am going to swim in the mornings and go for long walks in the afternoon(weather permitting). Also, I want to do my Pilate's video at least 3 times a week. When I did it before I could see a major difference in my mid-section and my pooch.
April I am going to visit my best friend and she hasn't seen me since Micah was 2 months old. I want to really blow her away with all my progress. Plus I feel like I am way behind where I should be. I know that it doesn't matter how long it takes to get the weight off as long as I do it. I just really want to look good now. Who doesn't right!? I guess that is why the weight-loss industry is a multi-billion dollar industry.
I have started some new routines with Micah. He doesn't go to bed with a bottle anymore. I am introducing him to the potty. He is eating more pureed foods. The TV is off during the day. I feel that all these things will help me and him.

Awakening

I have had a few major awakenings in my life. Spiritual, emotional, and physical. My physical awakening is what I am currently going through. I have said it before but this journey to weight loss is different than any other time before. Something inside me just clicked and I started thinking differently than I had in the past.

I realize that the weight loss is a goal, but eating healthy and physical activity is a part of everyday life. I have a large frame and I need to focus on my diet and physical activity moreso than others. I need to learn good habits, so I can teach good habits to Micah. Micah is really why this is so important. He needs to learn at a young age great habits that will make him successful throughout his life.

So good please watch. LONG

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji5_MqicxSo

This is so motivational and inspiring.

Thought of the day!

If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favourable.
- Seneca

1 Week Left!

Well, I have one week left of Phase 1 of my training. Next Friday I will be taking pictures and I can't wait to see my progress. I can feel my progress, but it will be great to SEE my progress. Jeff noticed this morning. He said 'Babe turn around, WOW you really have lost a lot of weight.' That made my day! I want to make him so proud. I want to look good for him and for me. I want to be a healthy and fit mom. I want to be able to go to the park and play with Micah and not feel like a fat cow. I don't think people look at me and think 'that girl is so fat' , but they also don't think 'wow she looks great'. I want to be one of those moms that has a great physique. I see them all the time and I think 'they look healthy and happy'. I'm happy, now I just need to work on the healthy part. hahaha.

I don't know how long it will take to get there, but everyday I am getting closer. Everyday I improve myself and get stronger. Life is about progression and self discipline. If I am not moving forward with that, then I am moving backwards. I hope that I can always move forwards with my progression. That goes for every aspect of my life.

Mindless Eating

I just finished reading Mindless Eating by Brian Wansink. It was really really good. It help me realize why I eat and help me to cut out extra calories that eat. Not to mention that I will not be getting popcorn from the movie theater ever again. It is one that you should pick up and read. Gives lots of great tips.

I am the gatekeeper because I am the grocery shopper. This means my families health can be influenced by what I buy.

So much to do, so little time

I am working on the W.O.W. Sisters and also a get to know you book for the Sister's in the ward. The book will have a head shot of each person and a few things about them. This way when you are new and you get various assignments you can put a face to a name. It will also help with fellowshiping each other because we each will know more about each other. On top of that I am the Visiting teaching coordinator, so a little computer time for me at the church.

At home I need help organizing. I have piles of things everywhere and I just don't know how to look more put together and less cluttered. I think mabey once it warms up I will be better able to think about this. I seem to run on sunshine and warmth. hahahha.

My training is going AWESOME! I can't wait for my updated pictures in two weeks. I still have a long way to go, but knowing that I am making progress makes me so happy. Sexy is coming back, baby!

Micah is getting so smart. He is almost 9 months and I wonder where that time has gone. He makes me laugh everyday. His personality is so great. I know we are going to have such a great time while he grows up.

I really have to focus on Jeff's nutrition for the next 2 months. He has to lose 15 lbs to be at his ok weight for the Marine Corps and if I wait any longer to help him he is going to be so stressed out that I won't be able to handle him. I really need to get better about healthy meals all the time in our house. I want to teach that to Micah too.

I have to remember slow and steady wins the race. I just get so overwhelmed and time goes by so fast. Oh man!

Birthday

For my birthday I weighed in at 203. Down 2.8 lbs since the last weigh in. I am so going to beat Jeff at losing 15 lbs. I LOVE my training and I have added swimming for my cross-training/cardio. I love doing laps and I hate the treadmill, so it ends up being a good swap. Plus, my body really responds to swimming. With the weight training and the swimming I should be good to go by summer. I am hoping to be in my pre-preg clothes by Easter. I am closer than ever and I think I can do it.
My attitude is still good. I had a few bad days last week, but I talked with Jeff and he helped me through them. I'm ready to conquer the world again.

Church Idea The W.O.W. Sisters

W.O.W. = word of wisdom group, treating our bodies like the temples they are. It would be for sisters that want to clean up their diet, work on their fitness, and learn how to teach their families the same principles, all with the help of our Heavenly Father and scriptures. Plus, mabey some fashion tips. Natalie Kock is a trainer and Holly Broadbent is currently doing her internship for nutrition. Cassandra Suit-Smith for fashion mabey? I think we could find a few more people in the woodwork that would help the group tic too. I need to talk to Natalie and Holly and see if it something they would even be interested in doing. Plus, I need to pass it through the Relief Society Pres to get their approval. I think this idea is a keeper!!!

Sore

I am so sore today. I am now half way through phase 1 of The New Rules of Lifting for Women training. I am noticing huge changes physically and I have almost doubled my lifting weight. Yesterday, I was doing dumbbell shoulder press with 22.5 dumbbells and you could see all the muscles in my arms! I can't wait to get my body fat % down more so I can see the muscles and shaped arms all the time.
I know I need to focus on my diet. I need to clean it up and the weight will drop. I know what to do, it is just a matter of doing it. I do good for a while and then I get bored, tired, or start to crave bad foods.

I have busted out the stevia and I am going to bake some bread. Sunday I am going to put together a bunch of recipes that I can pull from to make healthy dinners. Jeff needs it just as much as I do.

This weight is not going to beat me! I am going to conquer my weight loss!