And I have been sorely tempted to just say screw it and start over on New Year's. But I just can't seem to do it. Yesterday, I wanted to be totally lazy. But I found myself putting on my gym shoes and heading downstairs for some quality time on the elliptical. I decided not to count calories this week but I find myself still sticking to my eating plan and eating pretty healthy (except for the daily hot chocolate or peppermint mocha which I just can't seem to resist). And tonight, I came home, cooked a healthy dinner and packed my gym bag - even though I'm not tracking my exercise minutes this week.
Today, I also received an extra boost of willpower to get me through the next few weeks. A friend and colleague, Mana, stopped me in the hall today to tell me that she reads my blog and is so proud of what I am trying to do. We started talking about a podcast to help get me over the hump and able to finally run a 5k. Which I am oddly excited about - never thought I would be excited about something that would help improve my running. So thank you Mana for that extra incentive to stay on track!
So I'm all set for a pretty good week. I'm not deluding myself - I have holiday parties and brunches and Christmas markets to get through the next few weeks, not to mention being home for a week. But I feel like I can do this - my focus is to make healthy choices where possible but not feel guilty when I indulge. And any time the holiday stress, or work stress, or whatever, gets to me, I'm going to throw on my running shoes and enjoy some quality time in the gym.
As always, thanks to everyone for your support and constant motivation. And in case I don't get around to another post before Christmas, happy holidays everyone and I look forward to blogging with you in the new year!!!
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Surviving the holidays
So I'm starting to sound like a broken record but they (whoever they are) tell me that consistency is the key to weight loss.
The last two weeks (despite the holiday) have been good. The holiday was really nice - had some friends over for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. I managed to stretch my leftovers for two days, which was good because it means that I only over ate once and while the other days were high in calories, I didn't feel overstuffed.
I've lost a half pound since my weigh in two weeks ago and taken up a new workout - hot yoga. I've done it twice and it's kicked my butt both times. Note to self (and anyone thinking of trying hot yoga) do NOT eat a heavy snack too close to class time. It will make you super nauseous. I'm enjoying the class though - not only is it a good 90 minute workout, but it works muscles that I didn't know that I had.
This week I've refocused on tracking my food, counting my calories and getting my workouts in. I also want to focus on the weekends - I have a habit of extending my "cheat" day into the whole weekend. Eating crap, skipping workouts, etc. I need to really focus on not going overboard on the weekends.
My goal is to lose at least another 2 pounds before Christmas. Again, an aggressive goal but I'd rather try to lose and maintain, than give up and gain.
So wish me luck and thanks for your continued support!
The last two weeks (despite the holiday) have been good. The holiday was really nice - had some friends over for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. I managed to stretch my leftovers for two days, which was good because it means that I only over ate once and while the other days were high in calories, I didn't feel overstuffed.
I've lost a half pound since my weigh in two weeks ago and taken up a new workout - hot yoga. I've done it twice and it's kicked my butt both times. Note to self (and anyone thinking of trying hot yoga) do NOT eat a heavy snack too close to class time. It will make you super nauseous. I'm enjoying the class though - not only is it a good 90 minute workout, but it works muscles that I didn't know that I had.
This week I've refocused on tracking my food, counting my calories and getting my workouts in. I also want to focus on the weekends - I have a habit of extending my "cheat" day into the whole weekend. Eating crap, skipping workouts, etc. I need to really focus on not going overboard on the weekends.
My goal is to lose at least another 2 pounds before Christmas. Again, an aggressive goal but I'd rather try to lose and maintain, than give up and gain.
So wish me luck and thanks for your continued support!
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