Thanks for the phone call to post this mom. That's what I need - people waiting for the weekly results so I can be accountable. As you can see, I wasn't as anxious to put up the numbers this time. This is the reason I was so reluctant to do this blog in the first place. Dang.
I could give you all the excuses in the world. But instead, I am just going to say that yes, I am disappointed. Even though I had some great eating days, I didn't have such a great workout week, and not ALL my eating days went well. It's tough to post this after my last post is titled "Gaining Control."
Oprah says that she needs to work harder to lose weight, and even stay a certain weight than most people. That's just how her body is. I believe we have the same body type. My body is so touchy. Sometimes it feels that just one bad day results in weight gain. I wish it was as easy for me to lose as it is for me to gain - well of course, don't we all?!
I am really excited to have a good week. At first, my determination was crushed when I realized that it is Spring Break. All the kids are home. Easter candy is everywhere. Schedules are - well there aren't any! But then I realized that there will always be an excuse, no matter what. So, I WILL have a good week. So far, so good. Thank you Beth for the encouragement to go to the gym first thing!
I need everyone to tell my sweet husband that bringing home fresh baked cookies doesn't help. I explained to him that yes, they are okay every once in a while when you are just maintaining your weight - but not when you are trying to lose it!!! I do believe that if I don't indulge in a mini dove chocolate square here and there, that I will end up binging, but I can' t have such tempting treats laying around like fresh baked snicker doodles, fudge cookies, and chocolate chip cookies. Yes, it's my choice whether to actually put them in my mouth, but I have a hard time saying no every time. Sorry honey, I know you were trying to be nice, but not bringing it home until I lose this weight is what is even nicer! Love you!
Encouragement, motivation, and whatever else you think will help is much appreciated here ladies - the blog comments, the phone calls, the packs of gum, the book suggestions, and the "You can do its" is appreciated more than you know. I love you all, and thank you so much!
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8 comments:
Hi Tracy,
Hang in there, as that is all part of the weight loss cycle. Don't let it discourage you, and get back on track this week. I too have learned that there are certain things I just can't have in the house or I will eat the whole bag, carton, whatever. "Our greatest glory consists not in never falling, but in our ability to rise each time we fall." (I don't know the author of that quote, but it comes in handy sometimes).
Love,
Kris
I agree that it's definitely hard having all that junk around when you're trying to reach a weight loss goal like this. When I'm trying to lose weight, I cannot still buy the junk even if it is for Noah and Scott and not me. Now that the girls birthdays and Easter are over with it might be a good idea to buy stuff for healthy snacks and meals for the WHOLE FAMILY. Besides, the kids don't need all that sugar on their teeth any more than you need it on your hips...hee hee.
That sounded kind of bad but I only made the comment about your hips because you commented on them earlier as being a problem area and how you couldn't wait to get rid of them. You know what I meant...right?
ofcourse I did Carrie! You guys are wonderful, thank you!
"Hey, Chip...come on over here buddy...I want to show you something! Really, it's AWESOME! Just take a quick peek down there...you might have to bend over a bit...no, no, no, don't look back at me...I've already seen it. Just take a quick look down on the ground there and you'll know what I'm talking about...just for a minute, Okay? WHACK! :0 What? I'm sorry, did my foot just connect with your rump?! :) Sorry, I think I tripped!"
There you go, Tracy - a nice bottom-kick for your hubby regarding those cookies!!! All kidding aside, it IS hard to avoid those things once they're in the house - SOOOO HARD! Elliott will ask me "Will it bother you if I eat this cookie?" And I just say, "Well, I'D like to be eating one too, but I'm not going to deprive you if you feel you must!" But I've also told him we should just throw EVERY LAST GOODIE and CHIP (not your husband, the actual food!) out in the trash - just for the time that I'm trying to do better about eating. It's true that eventually you'll be able to look at those things and not crave them as much and of course never letting yourself have them isn't a sure-bet for weight loss success either. But eventually, you'll be where you want to be and then the ability to moderate is much easier. Until then, CHIP: NO MORE COOKIE ATTACKS!!! :) :) :)
Having food around is the kiss of death. You would not run up to the store to buy a cookie, even a fresh baked one, but when they are sitting in the cupboard it is a completely different story and different type of will power. Dave will do things like that all the time, and I know he is being thoughtful but darn it!!! If it's not in the house, I don't miss it, but if it is..... You're not alone Tracy - and you CAN do this. Love your courage.
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Keep going Tracy! I worked out with Slim in 6 4 times last week and I've had a good start this week. You have inspired me. I also started watching a program on TLC called "I Can Make you Thin". It's an English man named Paul McKenna who has a four week program about non-dieting. I've seen 2 programs so far. The last one had to do with stopping craving with target accupunture points that you tap. It was the weirdest thing. But, if it works...... Love you!
Oh, Tracy! My husband did the same thing! What are they thinking? I am so proud of you for being so brave. Tell Chip he has to eat his treats in his car before he gets home!
By the way, if I would have spelled "losing" right, I would have found your site. Sorry for being a moron. Love ya to pieces, Girlfriend!!!
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