Jenny's Journey
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2/7/16 start wt 261.2
Bust 47.5"
Midriff 42"
Waist 51"
Hips 57"
R/L thigh 26.5" (R/L pones 33")
R calf 16.5"
L calf 16.25"
Neck 14.25"
3/6/16 weight 253. Loss -8.2
Bust 46". -1.5
Midriff 40". -2
Waist 43.5". -7.5
Hips 55.5". -1.5
R arm 17.5". -1
L arm 17.25" -1
R/L thigh 26". -1
R calf 16". -0.5
L calf 16". -0.2
Neck 14.25". 0. Total -16.25"
Goal this month is to reduce the fat% (ratio) of my diet, increase my endurance, flexibility and strength. Add at least 1 day of yoga each week and increase mileage to 2.0 plus each walk.
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You're making great progress!0
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Wow Jenny good for you.0
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Awesome progress!0
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2/07/15 Start wt #261.2
2/14/15 Week 2- #257
2/21/15 Week 3- #256
2/28/15 Week 4-#253.8
3/06/15 Week 5-#253
3/13/15 Week 6- #248
5 pound loss this week (13.2 pound loss total)
I felt kind of stalled the past few weeks with minimal wt loss though kept up with my changes and this week upped the distance and intensity (interval walking on treadmill varying inclines/speeds) to try to reach that next level. I still need to make a lot of adjustments to my food ratios and wt workouts. But it's all a master piece in progress and takes time, consistency and planning.
I'm traveling for a few days this week so this will really be a test of commitment to lifestyle changes since it's more challenging and many more temptations, peer pressure, someone else cooking.
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The good, the bad and the ugly....on a good note I kept up with my walking and on vacation even increased my distance getting extra miles! ...the bad..being a guest of someone who went way over board on cooking and me with no control...which goes to the ugly...alcohol. From baileys in the morning coffees, red wine with meals and Moscow mules ....the calories on top of the calories. Mm..ugh.
A new week starts tomorrow with the weigh in. I prepared for the coming week with grocery shopping today after a walk on this beautiful day. I have another out of town visit planned for April 1st. I will definitely have a better plan by then.0 -
2/07/16 Start wt #261.2
2/14/16 Week 2- #257
2/21/16 Week 3- #256
2/28/16 Week 4-#253.8
3/06/16 Week 5-#253
3/13/16 Week 6- #248
3/20/16 Week 7- #249. (+1.0)
Moderation and planning...I was surprised at how overwhelming the feelings of wanting to give in to temptation, how strong and how many temptations everywhere when you are not home. Also visiting friends how food as a gift equals love. Sharing food equals connection and bonding.
This week will continue walking and strength training.
Also starting the Oprah/Deepak Chopra free 21 day weight loss meditation - body, mind, spirit. Weight we carry is such a metaphor/symptom of something so much deeper that we carry and need to let go. Until we can let go and fulfill this need in other ways the weight will return as we use food to fill it. I'm looking forward to putting down the burden of struggle and heaviness....transforming it to vitality, lightness and energy. I'm tired of this life time battle losing and gaining weight. I am so much more than this and life can be so much more than this. It is time to take a different path to lightness.
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I love this post. I've done an Oprah/Chopra meditation series before. I'm going to this one up right now!0
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5 pounds in a week! Your awesome!0
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2/07/16 Start wt #261.2
2/14/16 Week 2- #257
2/21/16 Week 3- #256
2/28/16 Week 4-#253.8
3/06/16 Week 5-#253
3/13/16 Week 6- #248
3/20/16 Week 7- #249. (+1.0)
3/27/16 Week 8-#248 (-1.0)
-13.2 pounds total
This week has been a struggle for me after re-injury of my foot on Monday -my exercise went downhill to doing nothing which led to a bit of anger, frustration and hopeless feelings. Like taking 3 steps forward and then being slapped back 5 steps. A year ago I did 3 months of physical therapy on this foot and had been living with pain the year before that...led to another 40 pound wt gain. Anyway I just needed to pout for a week and feed my disappointment with food...but now I can't change that so I will move forward from where I am. So refocusing and will look for other ways to get movement into my day but more importantly now get this weight off and relieve the burden on my feet/ankles/knees which will allow them to heal. (My injury was not that I did something- I was just walking with good form on the treadmill but had been increasing distance/levels over these weeks and my foot probably just couldn't take it anymore and again plantar fasciitis type fallen arch occurred with sudden sharp pain. After icing sessions, I can tolerate short walking distances only. )0 -
I hope your foot heals soon! Swimming is great for weight off the joints. Don't feel discouraged. 13.5 pounds is awesome. Plus just think awhile ago you were in the 260s and now your in the 240s. Before you know it you'll be in the 230s. Good luck JB 0
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You are right Jodie.... Definitely need to look at it differently as I am still making progress!
Weighed on a different scale yesterday and got home today on my scale and was 246.5....so that was good! So total loss 14.7 pounds so far...the 230's even closer, lol.
Thanks for the good thoughts. They help so much!!!0 -
14.7 thats awesome! Can't wait to be there too. Hard work pays off 0
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Jenny you may need to get some insoles made for your feet. I had some done this winter. I have lot's of issues with my back and I believe the insoles have really helped in that area. I will also tell you that they made my feet hurt for awhile but I think I am better overall. I am sorry about your issues....keep pushing....I know you can make this happen.0
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2/07/16 Start wt #261.2
2/14/16 Week 2- #257
2/21/16 Week 3- #256
2/28/16 Week 4-#253.8
3/06/16 Week 5-#253
3/13/16 Week 6- #248
3/20/16 Week 7- #249. (+1.0)
3/27/16 Week 8-#248 (-1.0)
4/03/16 Week 9-#249 (+1.0)
Total loss of 12.2 pounds......(but last 3 weeks up/down/up)
I was around the 245-246 mid week , but traveling, visiting friends, dinners out, alcohol and unusual high sodium intake really made things challenging. I think I have a significant water retention that added to weight this week, besides calories. (Chinese food, Mexican food, margaritas). I am back to gently walking 1-1.75 miles so no real cardio aerobic exercise. I did walk 3 times (I was doing 6 times per week) My foot is still a factor. I have worn orthotics since last year and did replace them the day after my injury thinking that may help.
I have a work travel week to Phoenix April 17th. This will be a high stress situation of new job, new people, new learning areas..I am going to have to seriously adjust my mindset and incorporate overall better choices for me and increase my awareness of what feels good for me. Take care of me under stress and out of my zone. Make it a point to keep exercising during travel.
A good note- April 1st my first Grand baby born! Riley Ann
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I hear ya with the chinese and mexican foods! Why are so many americanized ethnic foods loaded with sodium? It's really unfortunate!
Congrats on the grandbaby!0 -
Congratulations!!!!!! The work travel week will go good, just keep yourself in mind!0
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Congratulations 0
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2/07/16 Start wt #261.2
2/14/16 Week 2- #257
2/21/16 Week 3- #256
2/28/16 Week 4-#253.8
3/06/16 Week 5-#253
3/13/16 Week 6- #248
3/20/16 Week 7- #249. (+1.0)
3/27/16 Week 8-#248 (-1.0)
4/03/16 Week 9-#249 (+1.0)
4/10/16 Week 10-#245.5 (-3.5)
-15.7 pounds total
Okay- yippie! I did really good with sticking to my food plan and adjusting when necessary to meet my total average calories for the week. I also walked 6 days and gently pushed my self...I think I shaved 60-85 seconds off my average mile time. My goals this week are to stay the course. Changing my whole mindset to saying " I am an athlete " (helped with my speed).
This week I would like to transition to early morning (6AM) workouts....including planks -haha.
Yes! Also, need a little mindfulness on turning off TV during meals....kind of sliding back into that with the open kitchen/LR and cooking with TV on its easy to just continue watching.
3 weeks left my friends- lets go all out strong!!! .....I'm getting out of these 40's!0 -
Woohoo! You go girl! 0
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3.5# WOW!!!!! Congratulations!!! And good job. I slipped back into the TV thing last week also. TV Bad...walking good! Good job!0
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So omg on my weight gain (like 7 pounds) this past week. I think half water retention and then the other half real. I did good getting 3 walks in, made good breakfast choices but working with people that don't eat all day until 7 pm by then I was starving and ordered out of control. I did try to not beat myself up over it. Will do better this coming work travel week...in Vegas lol. No really....
This new job learning curve with 12-16 hour days, travel, constant hunch over pc is hard on my body. I need better self-care...make it priority. I will definitely drink my water this trip!! Lesson learned.0 -
How are you doing, Jenny? Are you having any struggles or NSVs that you want to share?0
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What are NSVs.....? I've been thinking too hard lately!
I have been struggling travel/new job....I need to figure out a new time table and routine. Hopefully I am home now after today and with better focus I can make adjustments with all the changes...
I need to do this, even just small positive choices each day....
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246# today. A gain of 1 pound. The result of not grocery shopping, no food plan and working 12 hour days. Today my goal is to drink plenty of water and fluids. Go grocery shopping after I make a menu plan. A simple plan with lots of fresh veggies. Just having good choices around the house will help a lot. Add back in to my day walking, taking stretch breaks from working.
I think committing to a Sunday or Monday post for our group this summer with current weight and any update might be all we (our group of 3 for the summer) are up to with all the increased summer adventures and schedules. We can each make our own weekly individual challenge (as much or little we want to do....can be simple as to just maintaining weight, or getting a family active activity in on weekends to teach good healthy fun choices for the family.) post on our own thread so no one needs to feel burdened to "lead" the group. I think this would work for me until the time everyone is ready to get back to a more formal challenge and weigh ins.
Have a great week everyone!! Tell me your proudest moment this week on your post:)
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243.0#. Did good during the week, this week end was tough with company and eating out. Happy overall I am down0
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Great job!!! Life's ups and downs but you are still down. That is awesome progress!0
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Okay. I'm into the job now and no more excuses are acceptable for not enjoying some daily exercise or movement. So my goal this week will be an after dinner walk or happy dance. Keep it simple, keep it fun!0
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Hey how is it going with the dinner walk and the happy dance?0
