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April 26, 2007
Pesky Pounds!
I’ve decided that I have to do something about my body.
Last school year I was very active every day. I got up early and was in bed by 10 each night because I knew I had to have more energy for the following day. Consequently, and without trying, I lost 14 pounds. I bought new clothes and I felt healthier. I wasn’t the least bit slim, but I felt better without those extra 14 pounds.
After going through a bad depression period and moving minimally each day, I have managed to gain all 14 pounds back in one year. The shirts I bought are too tight and unbecoming. I have resorted to wearing Kevin’s t-shirt’s around the house because they aren’t so tight around my waist. This kills me.
My eating habits haven’t changed a whole lot – some, but not a lot. Last year, when I went to bed at 10, there was no time for a “nighttime snack” such as a piece of cake or a brownie with chocolate icing. I have heard that eating at night is a big culprit of weight gain and I can see why.
I think if I can get myself to start moving again and cut out the nighttime snacking, I can lose the weight again. I admit if I want to lose more than those 14 pounds, I need to change my eating habits totally, but I want to take this slow. Remember, I don’t like change, so I have to take things slow or I’ll give the whole effort up.
One good thing is that we will be opening the pool sometime in May and swimming is good exercise. We don’t have room for a treadmill or other machines, so I’m thinking of buying The Step Box again. Years ago when I owned some of these, they really got my heart rate up and the sweat pouring and that was also something I could do in the privacy of my own home.
Posting this is not easy for me. I hope that people won’t ask every time they see me how things are going. That would drive me crazy. I'll try to keep you informed of my progress - just don't expect results too soon.
Posted by tami at April 26, 2007 7:45 PM
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Looks like the coffee didn't do anything to the keyboard !
Posted by: Dennis at April 26, 2007 9:35 PM
I've heard that not eating after 7pm can help you to burn more calories while you sleep, although it's not an easy thing to do, especially if you're a night owl like me. I've also heard that you should eat as soon as you get up in the morning, not only to give you energy, but so that your body doesn't think you are dying. I know how silly that sounds, but if your body thinks you're dying, it stubbornly holds onto your fat cells. If you eat a lot of protein for breakfast (eggs for example) it can increase your energy and make you feel less hungry later on in the day. I know how hard it is to cut certain foods out of your diet, to count calories, and to start exercising all at the same time. It seems like it turns your whole life upside down. I think you are smart to take it slow, and to make little changes over time. I think if you try to do too much at once, you can burn out quicker. I wish you lots of luck!
Posted by: Stacey at April 26, 2007 10:55 PM
Girl, you and I are in the same boat. I actually started the year off walkiing on my treadmill. I got up to 5 days a week, every other I walked a mile the days inbetween I walked half a mile. Well, when I had problems with my back I could not walk to it's been like 3 weeks of me sitting on my butt eating. I did not loose any weight walking, but I felt things getting tone again, clothes fit differently. I am hoping that since my final is Sunday and the weather is getting nicer I can get back in the swing of things. Stay focused and don't stress about it too much, if you slip and have a midnight snack, what will it hurt. Let me know how I can support you in this new challenge you have ahead of you!
Posted by: deanna at April 27, 2007 10:22 AM
The only people that care about your weight are the 6 that have to carry you when you die ! I think GOD really wants us to eat good and be happy. I'm trying to do my very best at both. If I get too big, she can just love on me half at a time.
Posted by: Dennis at April 27, 2007 5:35 PM
You can do it. I have faith in your. Although I found that a complete change was easier for me.. I was all new.. and it made so I was less tempted to jsut eat that other stuff.. and the exersice made me feel great..
Posted by: ellice at April 28, 2007 8:18 AM
Thank you for your replies and good wishes on this subject :)
Posted by: Tami at April 28, 2007 10:11 AM
You can do this. As you know, Howie and I got kind of derailed the last year, and are struggling to get back on track. We're in this for the long-haul, though, so we can't kick ourselves over the weight regained. We can just go forward from here! :) More than anything, your health will benefit when you eat right - the weight loss is a happy side-effect.
Eat well, just eat healthy. That's what we are again pounding into our own heads. Thing is, we really DO love the healthy foods like fresh veggies and fruits, whole grains, lean protein...We just let the competition from The Dark Side weasel its way back into our habits. Let's support each other! :)
Posted by: gw at May 4, 2007 1:39 PM