Once again I would like to thank people who have been reaching out to me and showing me support. Its great to hear it and I know its a taboo subject to talk about in person, but it makes me feel good. I don't get awkward or offended in any way and sometimes its nice to have that REAL talk. Things are always easier on the computer I think...
Anyways! This was my first week really getting serious about weight loss and I feel like it was a success. I was able to make good choices about what I consumed even when I didn't have pre packed food for the day! I completely cut out my white mochas and replaced them with Iced Coffee. That is probably the hardest part out of everything but will most likely get me the biggest results haha! However, I am a bit upset on how much I actually made it to the gym. I worked two doubles this week and had school after work so it cut in to time I had for the gym. I'm not trying to make excuses but I physically can't function properly if I don't get enough sleep!! I have been trying to squeeze in extra fitness at work like offering to walk my clients up and down the dreaded hill (not a far walk, but a total thigh workout if you do it enough) and trying to move around a bit more. Also, when we take the girls to P.E. I am able to participate while still keeping close supervision... I think it actually increases my ability to supervise because I am right there in it. Go me! I do know that if I want to see the kind of results I'm shooting for I need to make time for the gym. When I do go, I get a great work out and I leave feeling 100 times better and more accomplished.
I also was able to fit in a wonderful photo shoot with my bestie Vanessa. She made me feel beautiful, even at the size I am. I wanted to to a shoot that focuses on the shell of Michelle, body not spirit. I wanted something to look at and be able to accept how I look so that I can move on to getting healthier. I will be excited to compare these pictures to pictures that will be done when I reach my goal. It is nice to feel pretty just the way I am and have a total confidence boost! Vanessa was able to capture everything I wanted for this blog. Thanks V!!!!
Well keep an eye out for my weekly progress that will be posted tomorrow. Thanks again for everything guys! Have a beautiful Saturday!
I love your blog! It is so inspiring. It is so important to MOVE in everyday life, it can make all the difference! It's one way the French stay so slim. Just remember to not get discouraged if your weight doesn't reflect the way you feel. In my experience, I recently became the smallest PANT SIZE I've ever been, but the scale tells me I weigh 15 pounds more than I did when I was the smallest WEIGHT I've ever been (about 3 years ago). The difference is muscle, losing weight healthily means becoming stronger so keep that in mind!
ReplyDeleteThank you thank you! I have seen this and posted about it in my entry from today. Thanks for all the encouraging words <3 <3
DeleteWooooooo ! You go girl. Your my hero and an inspiration to follow your lead!
ReplyDeleteThank you!! If you ever want to go walking (and I'm not working a double) let me know!!!
DeleteFor sure!
ReplyDeleteHey I totally agree. Material goodies and gear are totally motivating, just like getting a variety of fun fitness devices to use at home or work. Another great motivator in the same category is buying or subscribing to a fitness magazine; "self" and "shape" magazines are good but I totally recommend women's fitness over everything else if you had to choose one. They have awesome recipies for the tastiest healthy meals, fitness routine recommendations with step by step diagrams to improve your form and prevent injuries, and their articles are actually interesting reads. Guaranteed Mikal will pick it up to check out the girls and end up wanting to cook the food in there. Mmmmmm.....
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