Jess ~ your weight may not be doing what you want it to, but you are working out, your body is more fit and you are looking awesome. Being so close to your goal weight, you body composition is important, more so than the scale. So don't stress...just keep up the exercise and stay focused on that and eating healthy. :-)

I feel like the holidays are finally all the way over. We have four family birthdays between December 22 and Jan 20, so the festivities continue for a long time.

I continued to lose, through December and January, which is a first for me and I am very proud of that, but I'm ready to get back to losing at the pace I was before the holidays (aiming for 5 pounds a month).

Also, it's warmed up to normal temperatures for this time of year, which makes exercise easier.

Super bowl party this afternoon... I hate football, and I'm not excited about sitting around with a bunch of junk food in my face all day, but we'll be with some really great friends, and we're taking a fresh veggie platter and hummus and yummy bean dip (home made) that I know I can eat, so I'm confident I can get through the day without going over my calorie goals.

I'll be walking before we go over there, too.

Hi Group,

I have to say I have surprised myself and lost 1.8 pounds since my last weigh in. I only weigh once a week (throw back to my weight watcher days) I thought for sure I screwed myself on Sunday. Although I ate junk, I did so with portion control and didn't leave the bowl of chips etc on the coffee table all night. I still thought I would stay the same or even gain a bit so I am really happy!

I need a swift kick in the butt when it comes to activity. Everyone in this group has given me amazing suggestions but something in my head is stopping me! This isn't new to me, I can honestly say that I can remember back to elementary school and hating recess which turned into hating gym class that continued through jr and sr high. I would do everything I could to lay low, keep my head down and just get through class. I never once participated in a sport. I have lots of workout tools at my house, I have the support of this group and I have the support of my best friend who is a fitness fanatic and the support of my husband. I told him I think I need some therapy to figure this one out. It is absolutely amazing that I don't weigh 100 lbs more than I do!

I have done great with logging my food, my water intake still isn't there but I do work at it. I am also proud of myself for sticking with our group.

Certainly, not going to give up on this journey! I am changing my life for the better, I will continue to work toward finding out why I am holding myself back with regard to activity!

I hope everyone has a great week!

Laura

Hi Group:

I would like to say Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! to everyone for all the support. Because of your support, I feel more in control of my eating and exercise.

You remind me to plan ahead so that I don't make my usual mistakes. Your support helps me not use food for my comfort.

I have had daily appointments with my BFF (treadmill) which really helps.

I lost another 1.5 pounds this week. So in January I lost 10 pounds!!!!!!

February is a short month but hopefully, I can make another 6 or 7 pounds disappear.

For those of you battling the scale, make sure you get your measuring tape out. If you are exercising, the tape measure may show some results.

Jessica you are so right we need to continue to push on

Hi Group,

I have to say I have surprised myself and lost 1.8 pounds since my last weigh in. I only weigh once a week (throw back to my weight watcher days) I thought for sure I screwed myself on Sunday. Although I ate junk, I did so with portion control and didn't leave the bowl of chips etc on the coffee table all night. I still thought I would stay the same or even gain a bit so I am really happy!

I need a swift kick in the butt when it comes to activity. Everyone in this group has given me amazing suggestions but something in my head is stopping me! This isn't new to me, I can honestly say that I can remember back to elementary school and hating recess which turned into hating gym class that continued through jr and sr high. I would do everything I could to lay low, keep my head down and just get through class. I never once participated in a sport. I have lots of workout tools at my house, I have the support of this group and I have the support of my best friend who is a fitness fanatic and the support of my husband. I told him I think I need some therapy to figure this one out. It is absolutely amazing that I don't weigh 100 lbs more than I do!

I have done great with logging my food, my water intake still isn't there but I do work at it. I am also proud of myself for sticking with our group.

Certainly, not going to give up on this journey! I am changing my life for the better, I will continue to work toward finding out why I am holding myself back with regard to activity!

I hope everyone has a great week!

Laura

Laura,

Maybe it's much more simple than all of that? Sometimes we have to start out with baby steps; I can personally attest to that in relation to all components, just in different ways. What if you try to do one thing/exercise each day/night? Write on a calendar Monday through Sunday and what it is. I'm not talking about an hour walk or half-hour bike ride. I am refering to going up and down the stairs at home three times, or doing 50 jumping jacks, or doing five laps of your house. Just something that resembles exercise...then go from there. Just another idea? I know that any time I think too much about things, I have to take a step back and re-assess...go with the simple route.

Hopefully, maybe this helps...

Jess

Jess,

Thanks so much! It is nice to have people that don't "really" know me, give advice! I think you may have figured me out! I tend to OVER analyze everything and make things more complex than they need to be.

I talked to my husband about it last night and he said basically the same thing, I am making things too difficult for myself.

I am going to take your advice and make myself a schedule for the week, since we are at mid week perhaps it will be a bit easier to get motivated!

Thanks,
Laura :happy:

http://muffin-topless.com/2012/12/29/how-to-stick-to-your-healthy-new-years-resolutions/

Another good article about motivation

Laura,

Happy to help...if I can :-)

Starting your schedule half way through the week should
make it easier too, great attitude!

Jess

I think part of our problem is the February blahs!

Let's all remember brighter days are ahead and we all want to be looking and feeling our best this spring!

Buglindsey197.......I think you might have a good plan. Daily challenges and trying something new.

Hi Group,

I have to say I have surprised myself and lost 1.8 pounds since my last weigh in. I only weigh once a week (throw back to my weight watcher days) I thought for sure I screwed myself on Sunday. Although I ate junk, I did so with portion control and didn't leave the bowl of chips etc on the coffee table all night. I still thought I would stay the same or even gain a bit so I am really happy!

I need a swift kick in the butt when it comes to activity. Everyone in this group has given me amazing suggestions but something in my head is stopping me! This isn't new to me, I can honestly say that I can remember back to elementary school and hating recess which turned into hating gym class that continued through jr and sr high. I would do everything I could to lay low, keep my head down and just get through class. I never once participated in a sport. I have lots of workout tools at my house, I have the support of this group and I have the support of my best friend who is a fitness fanatic and the support of my husband. I told him I think I need some therapy to figure this one out. It is absolutely amazing that I don't weigh 100 lbs more than I do!

I have done great with logging my food, my water intake still isn't there but I do work at it. I am also proud of myself for sticking with our group.

Certainly, not going to give up on this journey! I am changing my life for the better, I will continue to work toward finding out why I am holding myself back with regard to activity!

I hope everyone has a great week!

Laura

OMG, you sound sooooo much like me! I also hated gym class and did whatever I could to just get through it. I never played sport either. I atribute that to my total lack of co-ordination and my loner tendencies.

I also need help with my activity level. Some days I do well, some days I don't. I'm finding what works best for me is to chop it up in little chunks......a 15 minutes walk here, a 20 minute walk there. Plus using the stairs every chance I get a work. I used to force myself to do 30 - 60 minute long workout DVDs but to me, that isn't any fun and frankly, I just don't have the time nor want to make the time for them.

Do you own a fitbit? (Check them out at fitbit.com) I just got one and man do they help keep you motivated! Been using mine for a week and a half and I can tell my activity level has greatly increased already. Just an idea. I know they won't motivate everyone but it is helping me be aware to MOVE more throughout the day.

I don't have a fitbit yet but I want to get one! I am going between a Nike fuel band or the fitbit. I have the Nike+ Trainer for xbox and the fuel band would sync with that. Need to save up a little extra cash to get it though. I really think that would help keep me motivated for sure!

I am going to try small chunks as opposed to devoting an hour to a specific work out and see if that helps me!

I love this group!

Hi Group,

I have to say I have surprised myself and lost 1.8 pounds since my last weigh in. I only weigh once a week (throw back to my weight watcher days) I thought for sure I screwed myself on Sunday. Although I ate junk, I did so with portion control and didn't leave the bowl of chips etc on the coffee table all night. I still thought I would stay the same or even gain a bit so I am really happy!

I need a swift kick in the butt when it comes to activity. Everyone in this group has given me amazing suggestions but something in my head is stopping me! This isn't new to me, I can honestly say that I can remember back to elementary school and hating recess which turned into hating gym class that continued through jr and sr high. I would do everything I could to lay low, keep my head down and just get through class. I never once participated in a sport. I have lots of workout tools at my house, I have the support of this group and I have the support of my best friend who is a fitness fanatic and the support of my husband. I told him I think I need some therapy to figure this one out. It is absolutely amazing that I don't weigh 100 lbs more than I do!

I have done great with logging my food, my water intake still isn't there but I do work at it. I am also proud of myself for sticking with our group.

Certainly, not going to give up on this journey! I am changing my life for the better, I will continue to work toward finding out why I am holding myself back with regard to activity!

I hope everyone has a great week!

Laura

OMG, you sound sooooo much like me! I also hated gym class and did whatever I could to just get through it. I never played sport either. I atribute that to my total lack of co-ordination and my loner tendencies.

I also need help with my activity level. Some days I do well, some days I don't. I'm finding what works best for me is to chop it up in little chunks......a 15 minutes walk here, a 20 minute walk there. Plus using the stairs every chance I get a work. I used to force myself to do 30 - 60 minute long workout DVDs but to me, that isn't any fun and frankly, I just don't have the time nor want to make the time for them.

Do you own a fitbit? (Check them out at fitbit.com) I just got one and man do they help keep you motivated! Been using mine for a week and a half and I can tell my activity level has greatly increased already. Just an idea. I know they won't motivate everyone but it is helping me be aware to MOVE more throughout the day.

BINGO!! Everyone has to find what works for them. Some peoples bodies crave the the long hard workouts, because they have been doing them so long. They have been doing them so long because that is what works for THEM. Please try not to get discouraged, you are much stronger than you know. Start small, find out what you like (or can accept) and build on them.

Also, there may be something nutritionally that you can change. Look at your eating habits and see if there is something you eat or drink regularly that you can change to a light or fat free version. You will get used to the taste change, and some people can save some seriuos calories which = less exercise or more weight loss, which ever you choose.

Ok so I can talk smart, but this past week has been awful for me. I have been bombarded at work, and clashing with my husband after work. Ugh! It took all the willpower I had to not drink in the evenings this week. That is not my typical routine, but it was certainly on my mind. My eating has been ok, but I haven't been logging my foods. Thank God for Marla staying ahead of me on the fitbit. You may not know it girl, but even though I did not make the 10K steps and 10 flights of stairs on some of the days, I really, really tried. So thank you, keep up the good work :-)

Linda, I LOVE your idea about doing a daily exercise! Not being able to take a shower until an exercise is done is a good motivator, either that or my co-workers wont like you much because of the awful smell around my office :-) I think I am going to do a different exercise every day, kind of a weekly total body workout. Man, you guys are great!