tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24581377313769444672024-03-04T20:09:49.542-08:00Defeating My WeightWelcome to defeating my weight blog. I have been writing the daily obstacles of my weight lose here for a year now to maintain my goals and to keep myself honest and focused on my journey.Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.comBlogger305125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-57824063465420718812013-06-02T07:43:00.002-07:002013-06-02T07:47:13.757-07:00One Year LaterI’m five months postpartum. I’m proud of myself and my baby. I hate my body though. Everyone tells you to be proud of your “tiger stripes” (aka stretch marks) from your pregnancy, because you earned them. Yeah, I earned them at each and ever dive-threw window I went to. The lose skin from my 37 weeks pregnant body is even worse then the stretch marks, the bloating that I’m still experiencing, the swollen joints, and the constant hunger that goes along with breastfeeding. All of it sucks. But, I’d never give it up; I’d never take it all away, because I have a beautiful baby. I would on the other hand choose a lot better lifestyle for myself during those 37 weeks then I had chosen. I don’t know where it began. The first few weeks of pregnancy I was still in fitness mode and for the most part still eating fairly healthy. I think it hit when I was suddenly I couldn’t perform at the same intensity as before, it was like a brick wall. And then being told you’re too sick now to continue much more then walking, and sorry you’re too high risk to lift weights. All of it became too much of an uncertain thing again to me. All of it was out of my control. Or so I thought.<br />
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I suppose we can all look back at our mistakes and say I should have done this and I would have do this differently, but we can’t change the current circumstances. So, I guess I can just say I better look forward and know that I did it once and I can do it again. With all the fear and anxiety that I had before still boiling up, I’m still going to move forward with my attempt at defeating my weight.<br />
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**If you haven't been keeping up with me on facebook, look me up and all that has happened in the past year.** Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-73845006868257489652012-04-24T08:51:00.001-07:002012-04-24T08:51:04.181-07:00Back from the dessert of Life<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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Well, I’ve been off the straight path of this journey for a
few weeks now, stumbling along a very rocky uphill battle. There is nothing
like losing to yourself, and then not having a plan for your next steps. After
the contest I lost all balance in life, all I wanted to do was keep going to
the gym, but eat as much junk as I could find reason for. I had lost sight of
the end results, and was very lost in myself. My husband needed me, my daughter
wanted my attention, and my body was fighting against me. I am slowly coming
back to my senses in many aspects, but still struggle every day with making
smart food choices. Through so much of this long journey I’ve struggles with
restricting myself, and find that it’s so unrealistic in my daily life. But,
moderation is the key to not restricting me, and when depression and
desperation seep into the mix those two keys go right out the door. Now, I
haven’t put all my weight back on of course, and have been getting in
semi-regular workouts, but no weight loss has occurred. That’s hard! </div>
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So, what am I going to do about? I’m not done with this in
any way, this is a lifestyle, and I have to learn to loss more and learn to
maintain it. My first steps are figuring out a more family oriented workout
schedule, one that doesn’t interfere with our lives, that is satisfying to me
and to my family. I’ve found this to be hard for me, I have favorite
instructors and classes and they are only offered at certain times and days.
I’ve also found that guilt easily comes on when I miss a workout, and then
excuse making as to why I don’t make up the workout when I have the time. This
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I’m planning to run more often outside now that the weather
is warming up and not raining. I don’t have warm weather gear though, so
mornings are all I’ve got my mind on so far. I need a running partner to keep
me accountable too. I’ve noticed I find it much easier to cop out of the
workout when no one is there to meet up with. I’m also very focused on weight
lifting, and hope to keep up a 3 days a week body pump/weight room schedule. My
loose skin issues are continuing to be a huge battle for me, seeming to get
worse each day in my mind, so the more muscle I can build around the skin the
better. Running and muscle building will essentially suck the skin back in
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I also want to plan more family time in my life that
involves exercise! Swimming is huge for Julia, she loves the water and wants to
go to the pool of a lot this summer. Hiking will also be something all 3 of us
can do together, and then out very exciting start to spring/summer is
gardening. My husband has started creating a garden for us to grow our food in
and allow us to work outside on our yard all together! I find this very
rewarding not only to my active self, but my frugal self too! My food battle
will continue along with my emotions over stress and self-image struggles, but
I won’t allow it to overtake me like it has in the past. Hoping to find more
time to inspire all of you as well! Happy Spring time! </div>Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-69914554903507878602012-03-26T07:09:00.002-07:002012-03-26T07:19:01.565-07:00Week 9 weigh-in - Final results<span style="font-weight: bold;">March 23:<br />Weight: 207</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight Lose = -7 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total weight loss = 37.6 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">BMI – 35.7</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Body Fat % - 36.9%</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total body fat lost = 7.9%</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Starting/Janurary 20: </span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight: 245.4</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">BMI: 42.1</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Body Fat %: 44.8%</span><br /><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Target body fat – 27%</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Target/Predicted weight – 179.8 lbs</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">***I didn’t get a chance to get my measurements this week after my weigh-in or take a picture, so I will post those in the next post tonight or tomorrow.***</span><br /><br />For those of you who are not on facebook, I did not win the biggest loser contest. Originally after my weigh-in I became so excited for my results that I felt like I had already won the contest. I was in 2nd place, and due to win the second prize. As long as no one came in and took out the person ahead of me, I’d be the 2nd winner. Then, at noon I was informed that this is exactly what happened. Someone weighed in and had a higher weight loss percentage then the person ahead of me, taking me out of second place and into third. I was devastated. All the excitement I had for my results, for my hard work, just flew out the door. It was never conceived in my mind that I wasn’t going to win. I had worked so hard for the past 9 weeks, and felt like I had made a huge effort to make sure I was going to win. But, two people did better then me. I couldn’t even comprehend how to react. It was a complete loss of something important to me, and I went through all the stages of grief. I am still grieving, and lost a huge part of my confidence in myself due to this. It is no one’s fault, and I have to be okay with that fact that I didn’t finish first. I have to appreciate the work I put in, and see it for what it truly is - a success.<br /><br />About 12 weeks ago is when I decided I was going to do this contest. I felt completely led by the Holy Spirit, that this weigh loss journey was not over and I had to complete something before going onto another path in my life. I kept feeling like this is what God wanted me to do, that I was to win the contest and have confidence in myself and my abilities. I knew the 50 pound weigh loss goal was an unattainable goal, but again it wasn’t just pulled out of thin air, it was from God. I began to read scripture on how my body was a temple and I had to treat it that way, and how anything I did I did for the greater glory of God. All of these messages came to me and made me see myself as someone who was going to take on this contest full force. Along the way I struggled, just like any journey, and so many people came alongside me to encourage me and lift me up to keep reaching for my goals. I slowly saw the ability I had to do the same for those in the contest who were struggling much more then I, those who were just beginning their weight loss journey. I ran next to them, told them my story, and gave them tips. I never once told someone they couldn’t do it, I just always made them see their abilities. By week 8 of the contest I had a support group of people who cheered me on, ran with me, encouraged me, and became closer in friendships then I had ever expected in such a short time. I ran a 5K, I worked out with professional athletes and trainers, and I did it all without stopping; complaining; or just not being able to do it. So, once the anger and sadness lessened from my loss, I realized something very important that God was really trying to teach me. I wasn’t in this contest to win; I was in this contest to help others and to find connections with people who needed my guidance and encouragement. I was guided into this contest not to win, but to lose and to see that I can make an effort so strong that other people will follow my lead. That this is how I should lead my life in all that I do, not just in my exercise and weight loss, but in my spiritual life; my family life; and everything that surrounds me.<br /><br />I am not at a stage in my grief yet that I am content with my loss. Contentment will come, when I meet my own goals, but I am at a stage to see that I am a part of the win. That without me there, the winners might not have done as well. They might have still won, but maybe without such an effort. Maybe they wouldn’t be as please with how hard they worked, but with me there I set a fire under them and lead them to know they can push themselves into new directions in life and it will be rewarding.<br /><br />So, where do I go from here? I cried about that too. I wasn’t sure at first; I didn’t know how to keep going without the prize and victory I had expected to follow me through the rest of this. But, the real prize came to me in forgiveness and love. These two things brought on such a huge emotional moment for me, that I realized that I can forgive myself and others and love all the hard work I have done without any conditions put on it. I can do this for myself and bring along those I love with me to make this journey even more rewarding. The real prize is at the end; this finish line, not in the middle. I am not done!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Goals:</span><br />I have so much more work to do, why would I think this what the end of the line? I have lose skin problems and I am not even at my goal weight. So, to the gym I go to keep on the path of making my body a temple. I posted at the top what my predicted weight would be if I hit my target BMI, giving me 28 pounds to lose still. That’s a good starting point for me I think. Let’s get to the healthy stage of this, and then keep going! I will work to lose 30 pounds (let’s just make it an even number) in 12 weeks or by my birthday (June 15th). This is 2.5 pounds a week, nothing I can’t accomplish already, right? I will NOT be going to the gym 4 hours a day for 6 days a week. Some days are going to be harder workouts then others, and I’m going to allow life to be in charge of what days those are. I might have to take a night off for family or allow myself some more rest. I’m not going to go at warp-speed this time, but I will continue to go just above the speed limit and find my own victory.Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-91743871364693007232012-03-19T07:05:00.003-07:002012-03-19T07:07:32.160-07:00Goal Accomplished!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiKamVtj0PR9J3oVjoGOSaeuczA_RqVqassXpSfYCtYtnQNPalQOwJTOM4JR1oqrKj3yr9YLZR2zDzXD42gvp9Ya5TcVuMHku3ovFIrfYOqqKmdOhkWDgdYLZ_9Jkwz07rAOFZ3FalfmyX/s1600/IMG_1530.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 191px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiKamVtj0PR9J3oVjoGOSaeuczA_RqVqassXpSfYCtYtnQNPalQOwJTOM4JR1oqrKj3yr9YLZR2zDzXD42gvp9Ya5TcVuMHku3ovFIrfYOqqKmdOhkWDgdYLZ_9Jkwz07rAOFZ3FalfmyX/s320/IMG_1530.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5721609187220921298" border="0" /></a>One day I put down on a list of things I wanted to accomplish this year that I wanted to run a 5K race, but it never occurred to me that I’d be able to do it like any other athlete could. I’ve never seen myself as an athlete, or sporty person, or even in shape. But, the last few weeks things have changed. My mind and body have gone through a transformation into this person who can put her mind to something and just do it (thank you Nike for that). And that is exactly what I did! I ran the 5K, faster then I have ever done it before, and without ever stopping to get a breath, some water, or to “tie my shoe”. I had no excuses to stop, I just kept going.<br /><br />Last month I was encouraged by several friends, but one in particular to run the Shamrock run, and knowing that I was in the best shape of my life I thought about it, but was sitting on the fence. A few days later, my friend came up to me and said, “I’ll change my race to the 5K and run with you if you sign up.” Wow, that’s pretty powerful encouragement! How could I say no to that? So, there I was on the last day to sign up putting my name down as going to be running (rain, snow, or shine) in the 5K race.<br /><br />About a month later I get my super cool green Adidas shirt and all the race accessories, and it all becomes a reality. I began to run outside a few times, and realize that “Hey, I can do that!” and then just days before the race I am finally able to just run a mile without stopping for anything. I’ve been pushed to become an athlete I realize, and that I am capable of running and that I am no longer the out of shape fat girl! It stirs so many emotions for me that I can’t help but cry off and on about it, but in the end I realize that I could never have changed that self image of myself without prayer and encouragement! God has blessed me with some amazing people in this journey.<br /><br />The day of the race we get to the park and of course it’s freezing outside! I’m so cold I just want to run as fast as I can to get somewhere warm. We watched the 15K and 8K start, and then shuffle into the enormous 11,000 plus crowd for the 5K. I had a group of people cheering me on, and two great people to run with (as well as the Zumba party in my ears to keep me going!) I hit mile 1 and realized I did it again, just ran and never stopped, so I knew I could make it to mile 2. About a block before mile 2 I almost stopped, but all I heard in my head was “If I stop, I won’t be able to go again” because I knew I’d lose the confidence in myself, not the ability. So, I slowed a bit and then just kept going. I even passed up the water station! A huge hill (to me at least) to climb came just before mile 3, and I began to think about the finish line and wanting to find my husband. I envisioned being able to just run into a huge bear hug at the finish line, so as soon as we were down the hill I picked up my pace! I started to see people on the sidewalks, and looked up, but I had such huge tunnel vision that I couldn’t even focus on anyone’s face. I just hoped that he would see me. We crossed the finish line in a huge crowd of people and my legs were shaking, but I had this feeling that I could have kept going further. I wasn’t able to get that huge bear hug until a long search for each other, but I had high fives and hugs with my friends! That evening I found my race time and knowing that I ran faster and longer I was excited to see how I did. I ran the 5K in 36:06 minutes!<br /><br />Now in my head all I can think about is how 3 miles is nothing, I’m gonna have to go longer then this next time. Jon and I joke that we’re going to do the 15K next year, so we can hear our names announced, and yes I’m going to have Jon run with me soon! No way am I doing this without him anymore, and I’m for sure going to run with great friends too! I can’t say thank you enough to everyone around me these days, life is pretty hard overall, but when you surround yourself with the right people life’s challenges can be much easier.Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-31166881549906909382012-03-18T21:54:00.003-07:002012-03-18T22:05:20.565-07:00Week 8 Weigh-In<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr0Ah2pr4vgTOSSTYJrw9IUuJ7DdGQfyY9yWZ5ToUZQ2ihWDTiuvZe5apuXYS0AfzjTFuN2X05zuRNA26dBPAexdtTWYzJcKyD8fyoL32hz-iPkjAaFGyiH09sYh4gQ8M8F4fsB1htEctL/s1600/IMG_1526.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr0Ah2pr4vgTOSSTYJrw9IUuJ7DdGQfyY9yWZ5ToUZQ2ihWDTiuvZe5apuXYS0AfzjTFuN2X05zuRNA26dBPAexdtTWYzJcKyD8fyoL32hz-iPkjAaFGyiH09sYh4gQ8M8F4fsB1htEctL/s320/IMG_1526.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5721469624066131682" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight: 214</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight Lose = -3 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total weight loss = 31.5 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bust: 42” – 42”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Chest: 38” – 38”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Waist: 38.5” – 36”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hips: 45” – 44.5”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total inches lost = 3 inches</span><br /><br />This week has been incredible! The amount of support I have received from friends and family has been amazing, and made me feel like I was already a winner. Each day of the week had a surprise filled with love and support from everyone, and by the end of the week I had a surprise “healthy” dinner prepared by all these great ladies that support me. I worked my butt off in so many different ways, and changed so much of my workout up to make an impact on my body and metabolism. Today I ran 5K for the first time ever! I feel so accomplished and proud of my body’s abilities. I would never have imagined that I could just keep going, and never look back at what I use to think I couldn’t do. It’s amazing to see God working through me, and continuing to allow me to grow through such an amazing journey He has put me through.Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-65814996871315247142012-03-12T15:55:00.004-07:002012-03-12T16:07:24.734-07:00What to do with this........<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlmpvSAFI6GU8xkmxTT3MLif1bMzCHoKGkW7RpBeF_fJt8RROdbKTSmNovS7O7TETjx2VbHfBlH4WMB3BSUcgczOc1GvranoeXU73m0gw75tgnJClPuWtXaKDswoNFIuw5XU0jyuX2UnQF/s1600/Ring+to+big+1.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlmpvSAFI6GU8xkmxTT3MLif1bMzCHoKGkW7RpBeF_fJt8RROdbKTSmNovS7O7TETjx2VbHfBlH4WMB3BSUcgczOc1GvranoeXU73m0gw75tgnJClPuWtXaKDswoNFIuw5XU0jyuX2UnQF/s320/Ring+to+big+1.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719150466850920882" border="0" /></a><br />One of the negatives about loosing weight is the things you are use to being tight on your, clothes and jewelry, begin to fall off and not fit anymore. It's a great boost, but it's a great hardship on the finances. Here's a picture of my hand recently where my wedding ring no longer fits me, I even have to take it off to workout now so it doesn't go flying off. I wear it around day-to-day, but am extremely cautious about it. My other tricks with clothes are closet shopping at friend's house - I've had a few friends give me hand-me downs from clothes that they have no need for. Thanks friends!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-75100575093475211472012-03-11T15:41:00.002-07:002012-03-11T17:07:50.509-07:00Week 7 Weigh-in<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFJLehliiDvxXQ1nuZtJww_UUx_ltApgfpYRJumLtm__38uKknnXo1hiqYD4X-ksON1PjwjOhts2I6BjJeTawLhmTLcNCzevWaKIraPTeVWvF0Vew8AtqYJjwbmkHucCjFyUK06iB8i5Qm/s1600/Week+7+a.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 202px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFJLehliiDvxXQ1nuZtJww_UUx_ltApgfpYRJumLtm__38uKknnXo1hiqYD4X-ksON1PjwjOhts2I6BjJeTawLhmTLcNCzevWaKIraPTeVWvF0Vew8AtqYJjwbmkHucCjFyUK06iB8i5Qm/s320/Week+7+a.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5718795373244468850" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight: 217</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight Lose = - 1 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total weight loss = 28.5 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bust: 43.5” – 42”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Chest: 39” – 38” </span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Waist: 38” – 38.5”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hips: 47” – 45”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total inches lost = 4 inches</span><br /><br />This past week has been hard emotionally. I never once felt worried about my goals, but waking up in the middle of the week with an awful head cold/sinus pressure really threw me for a loop. I also felt pulled in many directions away from my workouts on top of the sickness, making me feel the need to shorten the workout. On top of all this I used these excuses to have extra snacks, and forget about the calories. These are all excuses, and I know I am capable of doing better. I also know that my body and mind needed a week with such a small number.<br /><br />I’m excited for this next week; my running has really improved in the past 2 weeks, giving me some great accomplishments on the treadmill and outside. I actually began running outside when the sun came out on Friday, and I am going to try for 3 times this week to get outside before Sunday, which is the big 5K Shamrock race!<br /><br />Some small accomplishments and excitements include the way my clothes are fitting, everything feels baggy and too big; my wedding ring is too big to wear when I workout now; and I have up coffee for 3 days to see how I felt! I ended up getting a small coffee late on the 3rd day though, I was lagging big time! 2 weeks to go!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-40088716643372911292012-03-08T16:31:00.002-08:002012-03-08T16:33:48.008-08:00Slow as a snail, but strong as a nailI haven't been feeling so great this week, and something has been telling me in the back of my head to slow it down a bit in the workout department. So, I changed some things up, but didn't go overboard with exercise this week. At this point the 10 pound weight loss goal is off the table, and I'm just wanting some (a 5 would be great!). But, slow and steady wins the race, right? Let's hope so...there's plenty of ladies at my heals and one ahead of me in this contest!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-80357564722557213312012-03-04T21:59:00.001-08:002012-03-04T22:01:44.351-08:00Training in Session!<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--> <p class="MsoNormal">I have to say that there is such a difference from working out by myself as compared to working with a trainer. For a long time I have felt that I was capable of doing most of the work on my own, but in the past few weeks have felt that I was lacking in ways to challenge my body in ways I had not before. With the help of an amazing friend I was able to workout with a trainer today and the workout was brutal and challenging. With a mix between a cross-fit circuit and some great weight lifting sets I had 2 hours of serious calorie burning and muscle building. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">My hope for the next 3 weeks is to be able to workout with this trainer 1-2 times a week and especially the evening before or day of my final weigh-in of the Biggest Loser contest! The workout was challenging, but at the same time I was capable. I felt amazing being told by a professional that I’m in great shape and needed to be pushed even more then this. I have an ability to be a great athlete for myself, and it feels amazing to know that I am so close to such a huge goal. My muscles are sore and tight tonight, but nothing a good stretch and some ice won’t fix. I have no problem pushing myself to this level of intensity, and am glad to have such an amazing opportunity to do so. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Goal for the week:</span> I’m going to put this out here for all of you to know – 10 pound weight loss this week! I’m going for a huge number, and even if it’s an 8 or a 6, I know that if I push for that 10 I will succeed in any way possible. Bring on the pain! </p>Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-74881471266782322392012-03-04T21:39:00.002-08:002012-03-04T21:51:30.932-08:00Week 6 Weigh-in<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioarVdTQagB_Pp6qcB5bP8Isg50ngZQB1aT1b3r1ixzdtVO9tzZeigBzJLFGgDm4PQaGhNEq4BhPyshQqr1SRz6qpp3kdxVtKwqcdZjjI2ic7dhl0E7s3bpr4dLDJHQq9wH_Cp-0_Cg48s/s1600/Week+6+a.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioarVdTQagB_Pp6qcB5bP8Isg50ngZQB1aT1b3r1ixzdtVO9tzZeigBzJLFGgDm4PQaGhNEq4BhPyshQqr1SRz6qpp3kdxVtKwqcdZjjI2ic7dhl0E7s3bpr4dLDJHQq9wH_Cp-0_Cg48s/s320/Week+6+a.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5716286366975689826" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight: 218</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight Lose = - 5 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total weight loss = 27.5 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bust: 43.5” – 43.5”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Chest: 39” – 39”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Waist: 39” – 38”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hips: 47” – 47” </span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total inches lost = 1” inch </span><br /><br />I hit another huge jump this week with 5 pounds, and I’m feeling strong and dedicated to my journey now. I have so much support flowing in at me that I am overwhelmed with appreciation and love for everyone. God has sent me some amazing people into this journey to lift me up and bring me to the end of this amazing journey I have been on. I am so blessed and thankful, and will continue on strong through this because of Him and these amazing friends!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-72191580748386577402012-02-27T15:07:00.001-08:002012-02-27T15:09:41.502-08:00What are we craving?I have so many topics I want to share with you this week, so my first one will begin with cravings and avoiding temptations. This is one of my major obstacles in my lifestyle. The amount of time I spend at home gives way to many opportunities to snack or just plain eat all day long. I grocery shop a lot because of couponing, and that lends to a lot of samples in the stores and taste testing new items I bring home. I avoid most of the time very well, and am very honest with myself when I do not avoid those cravings. But, what am I really craving? Why do I feel the need to eat all the time? Where do those urges come from? Have you asked yourself these questions before?<br /><br />I sat down recently and began to read some passages in my bible about such topics, and at the same time I gave myself time to really analyze my hunger cues and needs before I put food into my mouth. Even though foods can be eaten and we need food to sustain our life, many of those foods we eat and crave are no good for us. Even when we have them in moderation in can trigger us to crave more of these foods, and then get set back into those old habits. I’ve found this to happen to me very easily still. I have a hard time moderating myself with junk-like foods and end up eating more then I should have. This doesn’t mean I won’t ever be able to indulge in something some day, but I can’t seem to manage it just yet. I have my slips still, and the progress I have made is allowing me to make the mistake and move past it. It’s a hard see mistakes, but it’s also much easier lately to allow them to happen and not beat myself up about it.<br /><br />Sometimes my cues are real hunger, but a lot of the times I am in the middle of the day and just want something more to eat. I’m sometimes bored, lonely, or anxious about something. My anxiety works in different ways, like sometimes I just want to get to the gym and not do anything else, but I have a list of things to get done before I can. Or, I am unable to do something on that list, so eating seems like a viable alternative. These are all difficult attitudes to change in myself, and I realized that the dedication of avoiding those triggers and temptations can make me stronger and once I conquer them I can be free of the negative actions I put myself through. But, I also believe that God is the only one who will completely free me of those attitudes, and left to myself I will not conquer them.<br /><br />So, what are you really craving when you reach for the chocolate, the ice cream, the chips, or go through the drive-threw? Are you really treating yourself right with those choices? Are you being a responsible person for yourself and those who care about you? Think it over before reaching for it, and at the same time don’t beat yourself up over the poor choices!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-70970956260872282602012-02-26T22:00:00.001-08:002012-02-26T22:06:42.293-08:00Weigh-In (Finally)<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoUR3rq7DfWgCXnGj0kf1NmqWCiwj4ClY-sgqFJyBfsTOdHNcjPMBAiiv0n1Bf-yStXRE9gaFB2bxmsIpU1kT1gkov0aieJb3cm_UgkSWhBMIL9RE8Cu00Z3Q5i0rFzxtmk_T0nVNgFOf0/s1600/Jacobs+ladder+3.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 230px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoUR3rq7DfWgCXnGj0kf1NmqWCiwj4ClY-sgqFJyBfsTOdHNcjPMBAiiv0n1Bf-yStXRE9gaFB2bxmsIpU1kT1gkov0aieJb3cm_UgkSWhBMIL9RE8Cu00Z3Q5i0rFzxtmk_T0nVNgFOf0/s320/Jacobs+ladder+3.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5713692574292301266" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight: 223</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight Lose = 5 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total weight loss = 22.5 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bust: 43.5” – 43.5”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Chest: 39” – 39”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Waist: 39.5” – 39”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hips: 48.5” – 47”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total inches lost = 2” inches </span><br /><br />I have so much to share that I can’t possibly bring it all into one complete thought at the time of night and in such a hustle to get this post shared with everyone. So, I’m excited for the 5, not as much as I could be for 6.5, but it’s a great loss and it’s going well! I have lots to share, and hopefully will get some great tips and stories posted for you all to read soon.<br /><br />I conquered the Jacob’s Ladder this past week, and this is the picture I have to share today!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-61489527122499922862012-02-21T12:30:00.000-08:002012-02-21T12:32:13.444-08:00The Biggest Loser Jacobs Ladder Challenge<iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/YFhFYkebHtA?fs=1" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="344" width="459"></iframe> This is motivation to get my butt in hear - if they can do it, so can I!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-13457915572479771152012-02-21T08:43:00.002-08:002012-02-21T09:12:19.526-08:00Fear of the machineThis week I've been eying the dreaded Jacobs ladder, and realizing that I need to get on there and conquer my fear of the machine. Here's a post over a year ago about using the Jacobs Ladder for the first time - <a href="http://defeatingmyweight.blogspot.com/2010/05/jacobs-ladder.html">Click here</a> (Side note: look at how much my body has changed since then! So exciting!)<br /><br />I find that when I add a new machine/exercise to my routine I get more excited about it and get more results from my hard work. So, here's to trying new things and working hard and having dedication to a challenge!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-52950490674452014482012-02-18T15:46:00.000-08:002012-02-18T15:50:51.358-08:00Revised Workout ScheduleI’ve got an altered schedule going on, so I’d thought I’d share with you all what’s been going on at the gym. And, if anyone wants to join me I’m more then open to have someone keeping me accountable! My hours in the gym sometimes get less because of transition times and checking in with other people around the gym. It's safe to say, by adding in the extra 30 minutes on some days I'm actually getting 4 hours of real exercise.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sunday</span>:<br />7:00-8:00 am: Gym workout/Treadmill<br />9:00-1:00 pm: Church<br />2:00-4:00 pm: Grocery Shopping/Workout: Circuits <br />6:00-8:00: Church Units bible study<br /><br />Total workout time = 3<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Monday</span>:<br />5:30 -7:30: Wake-up/Coupons & House Work<br />8:00- 11:00: Julia up - Preschool & 9:30 - 10:30 Gym Workout<br />11:30-12:15: Gym – Calisthenics<br />5:30-8:30pm: Biggest Loser Class; Pump & Zumba, stretching & Sit-ups<br /><br />Total number of hours = 4.5 hours<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tuesday</span>:<br />5:30 -7:30: Wake-up/Coupons & House Work<br />9:30 - 11:30: 30 min Treadmill & Body Pump<br />5:30 – 8:00: Biggest Loser Class/Stretch & sit-ups/Body Combat<br /><br />Total number of hours = 4.5<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Wednesday</span>:<br />5:30 -7:30: Wake-up/Coupons & House Work<br />8:00- 11:00: Julia up - Preschool & Housework<br />1:20: Pick-up Ashleigh to babysit Julia!<br />2:00- 3:30: Gym: Treadmill & Circuit<br />5:30 -8:30pm: Biggest Loser Class/Pump/Zumba/Stretching & Calisthenics<br /><br />Total number of hours = 4.5 hours<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Thursday: Last Chance workout!</span><br />5:30 -7:30: Wake-up/Coupons & House Work<br />10:30-11:30: Story Time @ Library<br />11:30-12:30: gym/Treadmill<br />5:30 - 8:30: Biggest Loser Class/Spinning Class/Yoga and/or ½ Combat &Treadmill<br /><br />Total number of hours = 4<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Friday: Jon’s day off! </span><br />8:00-11:00 am: Gym workout/Treadmill 9:00 - Yoga Class<br />11:00- Weigh-in!<br />4:00-6:00pm: Family Gym time/Workout OR Date night!<br /><br />Total number of hours = 3-5<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Saturday</span>:<br />REST DAY – work in daycare in the morning & catch up on any housework!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-76287692203752407222012-02-17T15:09:00.000-08:002012-02-17T15:17:47.868-08:00Week 4 Weigh in<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBLi-kt28XD9YGChiNEnS5nknOr1psYWr_yxUdzUVgwik5JlO8a7_NenQ6YKSXlcMqJumrKGNgi8fhP7uZlU0Pz6LR1UTZerGGRWhkgYMGi5eGp2HjD-mZpwxTIuPIGDiJSBBbrwE0MWdz/s1600/week+4.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 198px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBLi-kt28XD9YGChiNEnS5nknOr1psYWr_yxUdzUVgwik5JlO8a7_NenQ6YKSXlcMqJumrKGNgi8fhP7uZlU0Pz6LR1UTZerGGRWhkgYMGi5eGp2HjD-mZpwxTIuPIGDiJSBBbrwE0MWdz/s320/week+4.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5710247646609553490" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Week 4: </span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight: 228</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight Lose = 4 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total weight loss = 17.5 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bust: 44.75” – 43.5”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Chest: 39” – 39”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Waist: 41.5” – 39.5”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hips: 49” – 48.5”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total inches lost = 2.25” inches</span><br /><br />It’s amazing how much better I feel about a 4 then I did about a 2 this week. I’m excited for next week, and know that I will have to keep charging forward to keep up my momentum. From a percentage stand point; there is one woman ahead of me in weight loss. She started out lower then me, and has lost more then me. I’m determined to win, so my goals will be stronger and stricter this coming week. I’m going to put it out there for all of you to know – I’m shooting for 6.5 pounds a week from this point forward. These past two weeks have made for some catch up!<br /><br />For those who missed it, I posted a challenge on facebook to get me on the treadmill and be accountable. I would go 1 minute for every like I had on that post. I got up to 40 likes, and then I doubled it. This was an intense workout – where my hamstrings were burning and adding in 1 minute sprints added to the challenge. I will do this again this week, giving you all a longer time frame to get the time up on my workout.<br /><br />I’ve really appreciated all the support everyone has given me over the past weeks, and continue to need it and thrive from it. You all are my cheerleaders, and keep me so accountable for what I am doing. If anyone wants to workout with me, challenge me, or just help me in anyway let me know!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-90052171293098281282012-02-15T12:27:00.000-08:002012-02-15T12:31:02.982-08:00Hitting the wall and making it throughWhy is it on our weight loss journey we have to experience such a difficult time with so many emotions? I watch it every season on The Biggest Loser, where contestants hit a wall and then suddenly break down with emotional pain and make a huge break through, but I suppose I thought I’d already done that. So, when that wall hit, and then the pain, and now the break through came I was not in any way ready for the turmoil it would bring on.<br /><br />My wall came on when I had only a -2 for last week’s weigh in, and I just couldn’t get past the disappointment. Then, I began to make poor food choices, not completely abandoning my diet, but just didn’t think clearly about what I was eating entirely. Two days like this, and then birthday cake hit me hard! Yes, birthday cake was my ending point in poor choices. I completely fell to the temptation of frosting and fluffy goodness. Doubt and guilt began to creep in to my thoughts, taking over my ability to think clearly, communicate, and even process my feelings. The lack of self-control I had made me feel incapable of success, that I could not accomplish my goals anymore. I then, for the first time, had negative reactions and attitudes while in a church bible study, and knew that I was overcome with evil trying to break me down! I finally had to cry really hard, realize what was going on with me and after about a day of facing the emotions head on I got myself back into the gym and began to work off the heavy burden I had felt for 4 days (and the extra calories).<br /><br />So, why did the wall come up in the first place? It’s hard to explain when we will hit a wall of frustration and lack of focus, but it will always come on. I think for me, the dedication of entire focus on weight loss and exercise is something I have never fully done. My focus has always been split on other tasks and responsibilities in life. That’s not saying I am 100%, like they are on The Biggest Loser ranch, but my family has lost time with me and many of my mom/wife daily tasks have taken a back burner to that of exercise, calorie counting, and a mind/body overhaul! I think this is what brought on my wall of emotions. That green monster in my head that has always kept me overweight and filled with depression and lack of energy reared it’s ugly head to tell me it wasn’t going away so easily, and I had to find a way to kick it’s butt back against the wall and say “No, I am going to WIN!” Today and every day is a struggle. I struggle with temptation of foods, temptation of doing something other then making it the gym, and temptation of listening to those negative thoughts that find away around my will power. I will conquer my temptations! I will win this battle! I will lose more weight, and will continue to be a healthy, productive person always!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwldWFzZ2Jns6mxdqzRHr6LKrBVOkymLcYtxm0mjE74nqmF1GJGZUugYXpIjYDp7L-DazxttmF7-ew5WZQ1-FMAa1jpielKMCwe0PB-zhIurCS5L821wGsKmwGLs6QFydyMGAvVadleURh/s1600/main-header-logo.png"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 116px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwldWFzZ2Jns6mxdqzRHr6LKrBVOkymLcYtxm0mjE74nqmF1GJGZUugYXpIjYDp7L-DazxttmF7-ew5WZQ1-FMAa1jpielKMCwe0PB-zhIurCS5L821wGsKmwGLs6QFydyMGAvVadleURh/s320/main-header-logo.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5709462361201415218" border="0" /></a><br />To keep me focused I’m signed up for the Shamrock Run in Portland on March 18 for a 5K run. Not only is this motivating, but I have people running with me – to encourage me and keep me going through the race! Right now, I am running/walking a 5K in about 50 minutes, and am working on getting my time down to 40 minutes, and aiming to make my time in the race 35 minutes! That’s about an 11 minute mile! So, let’s get moving and run!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-3023352445470163492012-02-10T22:17:00.001-08:002012-02-10T22:34:37.911-08:00Week 3 - Weigh-In<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP78YFMUNJcMMynT33iL3koRWKozdFZ5N429VX8PiJr93vX31fhtONcnQE_DGiUnwK_zimmCplARvT19VYnN1KZLcSgRsq41GA8ht3Yh41EhOj7Hisu8c-0P_KednXqM9cEsFj-O9xXe_B/s1600/week+3.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP78YFMUNJcMMynT33iL3koRWKozdFZ5N429VX8PiJr93vX31fhtONcnQE_DGiUnwK_zimmCplARvT19VYnN1KZLcSgRsq41GA8ht3Yh41EhOj7Hisu8c-0P_KednXqM9cEsFj-O9xXe_B/s320/week+3.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5707762379626478562" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Week 3: </span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight: <span style="font-size:130%;">232</span></span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight Lose = <span style="font-size:130%;">2 pounds</span></span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total weight loss = <span style="font-size:130%;">13.5 pounds</span></span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bust: 45” – 44.75”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Chest: 41” – 39”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Waist: 43” – 41.5” </span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hips: 49” – 49” </span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total inches lost = <span style="font-size:130%;">3.75” inches </span></span><br /><br />Wow, what a hard week I’ve had! Only loosing 2 pounds really put me down today, but as I’ve been reminded I have to celebrate the small victories and the large ones. So, the amazing inch and half lose on my waist and 2 pounds are being celebrated, but will be a reminder for how much harder I need to push myself. With only losing 13.5 pounds in the first 3 weeks I did not win the Subway Challenge by losing the highest percentage of weight lose, and came in about 4th place (2 males and 1 female ahead of me). I’ve had a difficult time with snacking this week, always choosing well but going off meal plan occasionally. I also have not purchased any whey protein yet, so my breakfasts were always changing. Added to all this I had some stressful days, missed workouts, and am still battling with a bad cough. The major part of all this though – I’m at my lowest weight yet in this journey!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-71877651454925494542012-02-05T21:34:00.000-08:002012-02-05T21:40:52.001-08:00Meal Planning for the weekI’m back from the death of the cold virus. Man, it’s amazing how just one virus can put you down for so long even when you try to will yourself into not submitting to the sickness. But, alas I still managed to lose weight through it all, and gather strength in my weakness. I’m going to begin another phase to change my eating habits with an all protein and vegetable diet for the next two weeks, and wanted to share the meal plan I have put together.<br /><br />My motivation behind this phase of my diet comes from a diet program called the PINK method. Without going into much detail about it (look it up if you are interested) the key components to for the next two weeks is to eat lots of plant foods, including slow carbs and slow fruits and eat light/lean proteins. Since I’m trying to burn a lot of fat in a quick amount of time and get lean and toned, taking in plenty of protein is essential to helping me reach my goals.<br /><br />So, my choices can be pretty endless, but I’ve made a list of foods I prefer and are easy on my budget.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Low-Cal Veggie snacks: </span><br />- pint of grape tomatoes<br />- steamed/raw carrots<br />- celery<br />- small salad<br />- sliced bell peppers<br />- broccoli/cauliflower<br />- Cucumbers<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Low-call Veggie Sides: </span><br />- Large salad<br />- Spinach raw/steamed<br />- Steamed green beans<br />- Steamed broccoli/cauliflower<br />- Roasted peppers & onions<br />- Asparagus<br />- Spaghetti Sauce (use on roasted veggie)<br />- Steamed carrots<br />- Sautéed Mushrooms<br />- Zucchini<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Light Proteins: </span><br />- Eggs/egg whites<br />- chicken breast<br />- turkey breast/ground<br />- pork chops, lean<br />- Tilapia<br />- Tuna, chunk-light (low sodium)<br />- Shrimp<br />- Salmon<br />- Halibut<br />- Greek yogurt/non-fat plain yogurt<br />- Low-fat cottage cheese<br />- Black beans/kidney beans<br />- Brown rice<br />- Nuts<br /><br /><br />So, here’s my meal plan I’ve designed for myself for the next week. I’m including a whey protein shake in the morning as my breakfast, but I have yet to find one to purchase. So, as for Monday, it will probably be egg whites.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Monday</span>:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Breakfast Smoothie:</span> 1 cup Fat Free Milk; 1 scoop Whey Protein Powder; 1 cup frozen/fresh strawberries (any berry) <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lunch</span>: Tuna Salad: 2oz tuna on lettuce & 1 tomato chopped, 2 tbsp onion chopped, 1/2 red bell pepper sliced, 2 tbsp LF dressing <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dinner</span>: Chicken Breast; Steamed Broccoli & Cauliflower (Family Meal: Chicken/rice/veggie casserole)<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2 Snacks</span>: 1 serving size of a vegetable<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tuesday</span>:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Breakfast Smoothie:</span> 1 cup Fat Free Milk; 1 scoop Whey Protein Powder; 1 cup frozen/fresh strawberries (any berry) <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lunch</span>: 2 oz turkey roll-ups, grape tomatoes & steamed carrots <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dinner</span>: Large Chicken Salad (Family: Chicken Salad & rolls)<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2 Snacks</span>: 1 serving size of a vegetable<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Wednesday</span>:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Breakfast Smoothie: </span>1 cup Fat Free Milk; 1 scoop Whey Protein Powder; 1 cup frozen/fresh strawberries (any berry) <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lunch</span>: Hard Boiled Egg sliced onto lettuce leafs, cucumber slices & baby carrots <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dinner</span>: Tilapia, baked; steamed carrots<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2 Snacks: </span>1 serving size of a vegetable<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Thursday</span>:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Breakfast Smoothie:</span> 1 cup Fat Free Milk; 1 scoop Whey Protein Powder; 1 cup frozen/fresh strawberries (any berry) <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lunch</span>: Left Over Chicken Salad <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dinner</span>: 4oz ground turkey pattie; broccoli (Family Meal: turkey burgers & veggies)<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2 Snacks:</span> 1 serving size of a vegetable<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Friday</span>:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Breakfast Smoothie</span>: 1 cup Fat Free Milk; 1 scoop Whey Protein Powder; 1 cup frozen/fresh strawberries (any berry) <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lunch</span>: Tuna Salad: 2oz tuna on lettuce & 1 tomato chopped, 2 tbsp onion chopped, 1/2 red bell pepper sliced, 2 tbsp LF dressing <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dinner</span>: Chicken breast; sauteed spinach & roasted vegetables<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2 Snacks</span>: 1 serving size of a vegetable<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Saturday</span>:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Breakfast Smoothie</span>: 1 cup Fat Free Milk; 1 scoop Whey Protein Powder; 1 cup frozen/fresh strawberries (any berry) <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lunch</span>: 2 oz turkey roll-ups, grape tomatoes & steamed carrots <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dinner</span>: Tilapia; Caesar Salad: 1 cup chopped romaine, 6 tbsp shredded carrots, 1/2 cup chopped cucumber, 1 tbsp light Caesar dressing<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2 Snacks:</span> 1 serving size of a vegetable<br /><br /><br />Well, there it is - I hope you can take a few ideas and change your diet for the week to make it more fat burning for you! I'll try to post some calorie counts each (or every other) day to give you an idea of how much each day is. Happy Weight Lose this week!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-90359658493585313962012-02-03T22:59:00.000-08:002012-02-03T23:00:53.567-08:00Week 2 weigh-in - on track!<span style="font-weight: bold;">Week 2: </span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight: 234 </span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight Lose = 5 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total weight loss = 11.5 pounds</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bust: 45.75” – 45”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Chest: 40.25” – 41”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Waist: 44.75” – 43”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hips: 50.25” – 49”</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Total inches lost = 3 inches </span><br />* The gain in the chest area could mean many things. We could have measured wrong, I’ve been coughing a lot, so my muscles were very constricted, or I just gained some muscles.<br /><br />This week has been difficult in many ways, but mostly due to catching a pretty fierce cold from my daughter (and all the other kids around me). For a good part of the week I felt great, but by Wednesday it had hit me and Thursday was the worst. Today I sit here coughing about every 2 minutes and falling asleep to the wonders of Nyquil. Hopefully I will post soon about my meal planning for this coming week, and how to conquer the common cold during weight loss.Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-44205397962498354492012-01-27T15:17:00.000-08:002012-01-27T16:43:03.742-08:00Weekly Weigh-In<span style="font-weight: bold;">Week 2: </span>(will post a picture later!)<br />Weight: <span style="font-weight: bold;">239 </span><br />Weight Lose = <span style="font-weight: bold;">6.4 pounds</span><br /><br />Bust: 46.5” - <span style="font-weight: bold;">45.75"</span><br />Chest: 42” - <span style="font-weight: bold;">40.25"</span><br />Waist: 47” - <span style="font-weight: bold;">44.75"</span><br />Hips: 51” - <span style="font-weight: bold;">50.25"</span><br />Total inches lost = <span style="font-weight: bold;">5.5 inches</span><br /><br />Amazing weight lose this week! I’m so excited to see the results so quickly, and give myself a boost of confidence and energy! This week has been a huge struggle, and I know it won’t get any easier from this point on. Only once this week did I actually manage to get 4 hours in the whole day, and I felt so great afterwards I knew if I just had a better plan I’d be able to accomplish it every day! Here’s a break down for the week, Sunday is a short workout day, and had zero hours because I was still fasting, Monday I got in 3 hours, Tuesday was another 3 hours, Wednesday was 4 hours, and Thursday was the hardest for me with only 2 hours. Today I’ve already been at the gym for 1.5 hours and then walked/jogged at the gym for 2 hours! Tonight I’ll do a little gym time, and then Saturday will be my rest and recuperate day.<br /><br />My emotional strength this week wavered several degrees each day, and I struggled a lot with how difficult the limitations I had put on myself were becoming. On Thursday I met some of the competition during the Biggest Loser workout class, and realize that I do have to bring my A-game always! There will be no slacking, excuse making, and lots of dedication and hard work! I am so grateful for the amount of support I have been given, and the people who are uplifting me with help with their time, efforts, and their daily challenges!<br /><br />Weekly Calories/Burned:<br />Monday – 1435/1724<br />Tuesday – 1223/2553<br />Wednesday – 1355/2186<br />Thursday – 1288/1024<br />*Friday – 1200/2144 (this is just projected for the day)Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-8264267510210131382012-01-23T07:19:00.000-08:002012-01-23T07:32:49.041-08:001st Challenge of the ContestGot my first Biggest Loser E-mail today (I'll be getting them each week with tips and support) and this first challenge is on! Winner is who has lost the most weight in the first 3 weeks and the prize - a $50 subway gift card!! I'm on it even more now! I love free food and if I have all the control in getting it, then I will get it! I would say that 15 pounds will be a pretty large number for 3 weeks, I'm hoping it's even more!<br /><br />Sassy Water is all up and ready, except today without any mint (store was sold out of it...how many of you are following this diet?). My other exciting treat is Agave Nectar for my coffee, it's an organic sugar substitute and made my coffee taste the same with less calories and sugars!<br /><br />Today's food:<br /><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Breakfast: </b>1 cup cornflakes w/ 1 cup 1% milk, 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce, 1 glass of sassy water <span style="font-style: italic;">(I didn't buy more milk, because I had 1% on hand and didn't want to waist it, and I didn't go to a store with a bulk section so could not purchase sunflower seeds.) </span><br /><p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Lunch: </b>4 oz deli turkey, rolled up; 1 low-fat string cheese, 1 pint grape tomatoes, 1 glass of sassy water <span style="mso-tab-count:1"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Snack: </b>Blueberry Smoothie: blend 1 cup 1% milk, 1 cup frozen blueberries for 1 minute. Stir in 1 TBSP cold, flaxseed oil<span style="mso-tab-count:1"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Dinner: </b>1 cup cooked green beans, 4 oz grilled tilapia, 1/2 cup roasted red potatoes drizzled with 1 tsp Olive Oil, 1 glass of Sassy water</p> <br />Will post tonight calorie counts and burned calories, along with how the day went! Make today count!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-48276000027728925102012-01-20T10:54:00.000-08:002012-01-20T22:48:55.497-08:00Week 1: Weigh-in<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCu9Ff3GTjCcJZuePXBa-xIOQWRYRWJbu9rC83AkrBQFOeQXT-f9oqRy9CGAIVRkqGh6hQd5sGgK9e6k-pXsnyuRtEFHDDjapFcYjRWBq_x6_0QDinZNk6qKeuTSWMFRnUT3tf-qwlBWzV/s1600/Week+1.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 206px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCu9Ff3GTjCcJZuePXBa-xIOQWRYRWJbu9rC83AkrBQFOeQXT-f9oqRy9CGAIVRkqGh6hQd5sGgK9e6k-pXsnyuRtEFHDDjapFcYjRWBq_x6_0QDinZNk6qKeuTSWMFRnUT3tf-qwlBWzV/s320/Week+1.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699972307816778146" border="0" /></a>Today was weigh-in day! I’m so excited for this contest and know I’m going to completely rock it! I’m also feeling a little disappointed in my past performance in the last 6 months, knowing I’ve put on weight and haven’t focused on staying as fit as I could be. When I ended the contest last year I was at 242 pounds and a 45.5% body fat, and this year I am at 245.4 pounds and a 44.8% body fat. To me, this shows I built muscle and due to that I gained some weight from that muscle. So, I’m going to look at that as I have a huge step to take in making this next part of my journey so much more important!<br /><br />Each week I will post my weight & measurements along with a picture! So, these are the main measurements I’ll have.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bust</span>: Place the measuring tape across your nipples and measure around the largest part of your chest. Be sure to keep the tape parallel to the floor.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Chest</span>: Place the measuring tape just under your breasts/pecs and measure around the torso while keeping the tape parallel to the floor.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Waist</span>: Place the measuring tape about a 1/2 inch above your bellybutton (at the narrowest part of your waist) to measure around your torso. When measuring your waist, exhale and measure before inhaling again.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hips</span>: Place the measuring tape across the widest part of your hips/buttocks and measure all the way around while keeping the tape parallel to the floor.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Day 1/Week 1: </span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight</span>: 245.4<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Body fat %</span>: 44.8<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">BMR</span>: 1,884<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Predicted Weight:</span> 185.4<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Weight to lose:</span> 60 pounds<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bust</span>: 46.5”<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Chest</span>: 42”<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Waist</span>: 47”<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hips</span>: 51”Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-22060358767034314602012-01-19T13:10:00.000-08:002012-01-19T13:19:18.610-08:00Workout Schedule<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDWSw4CHUa2lOIQaAawNfCu9KwNVv0aayr_Jlr6NJxCc4kS0fXezqu0cnqD5VoF3hyphenhyphenvwm7Xf679TAW2tq5sQOg3VI1yrrl86BhWQImGDiWsBxvCJ8vMt-qgD5ePY7liw8bJcLpWyBOpubD/s1600/images.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDWSw4CHUa2lOIQaAawNfCu9KwNVv0aayr_Jlr6NJxCc4kS0fXezqu0cnqD5VoF3hyphenhyphenvwm7Xf679TAW2tq5sQOg3VI1yrrl86BhWQImGDiWsBxvCJ8vMt-qgD5ePY7liw8bJcLpWyBOpubD/s200/images.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699455515219828050" border="0" /></a><br />So, here’s my workout plan for each day of the week. I’m in need of some child care on a couple of days since the gym’s daycare is not open during the early afternoon times. It could be that some days I’m only able to get 3 hours in due to no one able to watch my daughter, or if the weather is willing I’ll be able to take it outside with her. This will be the only hinder and obstacle to getting my workout in most days, so here’s to leaving in God’s hands.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sunday: </span><br />7:00-8:00 am: Gym workout/Treadmill<br />9:00-1:00 pm: Church<br /><br />2:00-5:00 pm: Grocery Shopping/Workout: Treadmill<br /><br />6:00-8:00: Church Units OR Workout<br /><br />After J’s bedtime: Home Yoga<br />Total workout time = 4<br /><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Monday: </span><br />6:30 -7:30: Wake-up/Coupons & House Work<br /><br />8:00- 11:00: Julia up - Preschool & 9:30 - 10:30 Gym Workout<br /><br />12:30-1:30: Gym: Treadmill (child care)<br /><br />2:00- 4:00: Julia's Nap (if needed)<br /><br />6:00-8:00pm: Pump & Zumba<br /><br />After J’s bedtime: Home Yoga<br /><br />Total number of hours = 3-4 hours<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tuesday: </span><br />6:30 -7:30: Wake-up/Coupons & House Work<br /><br />9:30 - 11:30: 30 min Treadmill & Body Pump<br /><br />2:00-4:00: Julia's Nap (if needed)<br /><br />5:30 - 7:30 Biggest Loser Class/Treadmill/ Body Combat<br /><br />After J’s bedtime: Home Yoga<br /><br />Total number of hours = 4<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Wednesday</span>:<br />6:30 -7:30: Wake-up/Coupons & House Work<br /><br />8:00- 11:00: Julia up - Preschool & 9:30 - 10:30 Gym Workout<br /><br />1:00-2:00: Gym: Treadmill (child care)<br /><br />2:00- 4:00: Julia's Nap (if needed)<br /><br />6:00-8:00pm: Pump & Zumba<br /><br />After J’s bedtime: Home Yoga<br /><br />Total number of hours = 3-4 hours<br /><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Thursday:</span><br />6:30 -7:30: Wake-up/Coupons & House Work<br /><br />10:30-11:30: Story Time @ Library<br /><br />11:30-12:30 - gym/Treadmill<br /><br />2:00-4:00: Julia's Nap (if needed)<br /><br />5:30 - 7:30 Biggest Loser Class/Treadmill/ Body Combat<br /><br />After J’s bedtime: Home Yoga<br /><br />Total number of hours = 3<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Friday: </span><br />8:00-10:00 am: Gym workout/Treadmill 9:00 - Yoga Class<br /><br />2:00-4:00: Julia's Nap (if needed)<br /><br />4:00-6:00pm: Family Gym time/Workout (5:15 Zumba)<br /><br />After J’s bedtime: Home Yoga<br /><br />Total number of hours = 4<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Saturday:</span><br /><br />REST DAY – work in daycare in the morning & catch up on any housework!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">Notes</span>: On days I need childcare and don’t have anyone I will take long walks outside, use my Wii fit or Zumba games to get in an hour of exercise, or use the time to spend stretching and relaxing my muscles.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">Goals</span>: When using the treadmill I am reaching for 5 miles a day on the treadmill, in order to get in 30 miles a week. I’m hoping to run a 5K in March just before the end of the contest.Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2458137731376944467.post-1605381960703408122012-01-19T09:53:00.000-08:002012-01-19T10:05:04.233-08:00Quick tips to sucessHere's some of my off the cuff quick tips that I'm using for succeed in the Biggest Loser Contest!<br /><br />1. Count Calories - I'm using my fitness pal on IPhone to keep track, best AP I've found for this!<br /><br />2. Stay Accountable - I'm using a few methods for accountability. My instructors all know my plan and will keep me going, this blog will be my daily/weekly check in on my progress, and all my friends who will be cheering me on.<br /><br />3. Get enough sleep - read about that <a href="http://defeatingmyweight.blogspot.com/2012/01/sleep-weight-loss.html">here</a><br /><br />4. Limit the stress - my stress generally includes daily life, so my plan this week has been to get life in order! Have my house clean, laundry all put away, and then use my "motivated mom" AP on my IPhone to keep me on task with daily chores. Blogging will also help with stress, as well as a weekly yoga class.<br /><br />5. Limit caffeine & Sugar - other diets I've read and liked have had a huge decrease in sugar and I will be reading and working more on that area as I am generally drinking many cups of coffee a day with a lot of sugar! This can easily pack on the pounds over a long period of time!<br /><br />6. Keep a schedule & Have a plan - I'll be posting my workout and daily schedule soon, and have it all planned out on my IPhone to help me stay on task and not miss my classes/exercise times.<br /><br />7. Keep a food budget - it's easy to throw out the budget when you're on a diet and eat all organic and name brand foods, but this isn't a reality for me. I will be feeding my family other foods outside of my diet and have to keep to our budget on food & eating out in order to be successful!<br /><br />8. Have fun - with all this exercise and planning it can be hard to remember the fun stuff. Going work in date nights, play dates with Julia, and special times with my friends!<br /><br />9. Chew sugar free gum/mints - don't drink water all day, it can cause water retention, so just stick to the 8 cups a day and when you are feeling thirsty/hungry then it's time to chew some gum and produce some saliva in your mouth (it will trick your mind into thinking you are eating).<br /><br />10. Every day is a new day - if you didn't get everything in that you had planned, then tomorrow is a new day, so don't stress!Rebekahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12355671923140057581noreply@blogger.com1