Today is another Friday to start a weekend full of fun...my life is SO GOOD! I am in the best of moods, and at the same time I am very aware of my neglecting the plan...I can see that I am not blogging everyday which also means that first thing in the morning I am not checking in with the plan. Dont get me wrong, I am working it, but there are definite things slowing my progress.
Exercise has been added more...
Sticking with the meal plan although very often is dinner out. Or lunch/special events meals.
Numbers on the scale have slowed in progress...
So today, down a pound since last week which is great considering the added intake of special stuff.
This weekend is away, but I vow to behave and plan accordingly. Enjoy without overindulgence and make good choices too!
Todays quote:
Never mistake motion for action. ~Ernest Hemingway
Friday, February 25, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Day Fifty Three
Happy Monday everyone! Ok, yes I am aware that it is Tuesday but as the holiday weekend ended it feels like Monday to me. Lots to do this week and my lists are LONG! Tonight is the second week of our Tecki Tuesday classes at Park Place in Plymouth. What a GREAT central location!
I love Mondays, as I get a fresh start and today it is all about scheduling. Have you ever had lots of papers that kept piling up, and wondered how you could get a handle on them? I think it is the same for my weight loss plan, where each week I need to get a handle on it. Before things pile up and take over!!! I know that I can get lost in my messes:)
This week, I am going to put my January first mind back on. I have just over a month to finish my first phase goals and they are HUGE! This weekend, I joined the gym...a Fitness 19 club here in the cities. Tomorrow will be my first day there and I am super excited to see the results of big excercise added to things I am doing at home. YAY!
Set your goals high, and reconnect with them today. Get on board for changes, BIG changes towards things that you want to accomplish...
Todays quote:
Nobody can make you feel inferior without your consent. ~Eleanor Roosevelt
I love Mondays, as I get a fresh start and today it is all about scheduling. Have you ever had lots of papers that kept piling up, and wondered how you could get a handle on them? I think it is the same for my weight loss plan, where each week I need to get a handle on it. Before things pile up and take over!!! I know that I can get lost in my messes:)
This week, I am going to put my January first mind back on. I have just over a month to finish my first phase goals and they are HUGE! This weekend, I joined the gym...a Fitness 19 club here in the cities. Tomorrow will be my first day there and I am super excited to see the results of big excercise added to things I am doing at home. YAY!
Set your goals high, and reconnect with them today. Get on board for changes, BIG changes towards things that you want to accomplish...
Todays quote:
Nobody can make you feel inferior without your consent. ~Eleanor Roosevelt
Monday, February 21, 2011
Day Fifty Two
Snow day here in Minnesota and it is so much fun! From the inside anyway...I heard some areas got 18 inches of the white stuff, but for us it did not even cover the sidewalk. WOW! This is beautiful, and not so bad...I thought. Then we looked at the front steps where the drifting covered everything! That made it a little different than previously thought.
First impressions can be deceptive sometimes...the things you see might be what you want to see. Taking a quick glance doesn't help to make the most informed decision as to how you would proceed...where am I going with this? After spending the entire day on paperwork yesterday I am just thinking a lot...my brain is on overdrive. I guess the most important thing to me is that the more you learn about something, or someone the better you can give them the chance that they may deserve. Have you ever made a quick assumption about someone that you might have regretted after getting to know that person? I know I have.
Allright, so lets get a little motivated here. Snow day or not, it is time to think about what life has to offer ande how we can offer ourselves!!! Todays quote:
Never mind searching for who you are. Search for the person you aspire to be. ~Robert Brault, www.robertbrault.com
First impressions can be deceptive sometimes...the things you see might be what you want to see. Taking a quick glance doesn't help to make the most informed decision as to how you would proceed...where am I going with this? After spending the entire day on paperwork yesterday I am just thinking a lot...my brain is on overdrive. I guess the most important thing to me is that the more you learn about something, or someone the better you can give them the chance that they may deserve. Have you ever made a quick assumption about someone that you might have regretted after getting to know that person? I know I have.
Allright, so lets get a little motivated here. Snow day or not, it is time to think about what life has to offer ande how we can offer ourselves!!! Todays quote:
Never mind searching for who you are. Search for the person you aspire to be. ~Robert Brault, www.robertbrault.com
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Day Fifty
Seriously??? Now this is really happening...today I joined Fitness 19, a workout club here in the twin cities.
What does that mean? Now I am TOTALLY committed to losing even faster and getting in great shape for this summer. I am VERY excited about this and looking forward to working with Joe there. I stopped in there for a vendor event today where I found several new friends, and lots of old ones. I visited with Terri with American Family, LoAnn with Herbalife, Dr. Tony...a chiropractor, Tara with Darque Tan, and many more. Vendor events are like mini family reunions for me:)
I dont know what my plan is yet for working out there, but am excited to meet with the trainers there to find out how I can make FASTER progress to my goal of 50 in the first 90 days of my plan:)
Todays quote:
Success isn't a result of spontaneous combustion. You must set yourself on fire. ~Arnold H. Glasow
What does that mean? Now I am TOTALLY committed to losing even faster and getting in great shape for this summer. I am VERY excited about this and looking forward to working with Joe there. I stopped in there for a vendor event today where I found several new friends, and lots of old ones. I visited with Terri with American Family, LoAnn with Herbalife, Dr. Tony...a chiropractor, Tara with Darque Tan, and many more. Vendor events are like mini family reunions for me:)
I dont know what my plan is yet for working out there, but am excited to meet with the trainers there to find out how I can make FASTER progress to my goal of 50 in the first 90 days of my plan:)
Todays quote:
Success isn't a result of spontaneous combustion. You must set yourself on fire. ~Arnold H. Glasow
Friday, February 18, 2011
Day Forty Nine
Happy Friday! Although most of the friends I know love Fridays, this is kind of my stressy day, if I have one. Fridays are usually the day where things have to get wrapped up for the week, and it can be rushed! So much to do, and so little time today...could someone please send me a few extra hours today?
After yesterday, my birthday I am ready for a good day full of my plan again. Breakfast, lunch and dinner out from restaurants was super fun! I did not overdo it at all, and was careful with my choices. So today, I am proud to say that I have gained a pound and a half. Friday weigh ins really help me stay on track. Although I weigh each day here, I am really watching Fridays to track the progress. I am SO ok with this as I have had a week in Cancun, trip to Duluth, and now birthday fun plus anniversary dinner. WOW what a month!!! And it is not even through yet!
Getting excited about your life is so important. Many of the things in it that can drive you nuts are also things that we choose to be in our lives. That is important to remember, isnt it?
Todays quote:
In order to change we must be sick and tired of being sick and tired. ~Author Unknown
After yesterday, my birthday I am ready for a good day full of my plan again. Breakfast, lunch and dinner out from restaurants was super fun! I did not overdo it at all, and was careful with my choices. So today, I am proud to say that I have gained a pound and a half. Friday weigh ins really help me stay on track. Although I weigh each day here, I am really watching Fridays to track the progress. I am SO ok with this as I have had a week in Cancun, trip to Duluth, and now birthday fun plus anniversary dinner. WOW what a month!!! And it is not even through yet!
Getting excited about your life is so important. Many of the things in it that can drive you nuts are also things that we choose to be in our lives. That is important to remember, isnt it?
Todays quote:
In order to change we must be sick and tired of being sick and tired. ~Author Unknown
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Day Forty Seven
YOWZA!!! where did the time fly to? I am quickly realizing that although I am learning a lot, and working the plan...I can do it a lot better and stronger. Life does happen, and when my whole last three weeks went off the schedule with vacation, and other events, I see that my first 90 days is half through!!! I need to ensure my results and make the difference that I promised myself I would do.
Todays start was a good one, as I am home and back from Cancun, Duluth and other fun event. I love my shakes, and there are a lot of my family and friends starting the same plan as I am on.
WITH THEIR OWN RESULTS TOO!!!!
Today, being back on the internet will be a good start along with getting to the store to pick up what I need for my shakes an snacks. Dude, time is running out!!! The biggest thing is that with goals like this, I need to keep it in front of me no matter what else comes up. It is time to regain control and make it happen!!!
Todays quote:
The life of every man is a diary in which he means to write one story, and writes another. ~James Matthew Barrie
Todays start was a good one, as I am home and back from Cancun, Duluth and other fun event. I love my shakes, and there are a lot of my family and friends starting the same plan as I am on.
WITH THEIR OWN RESULTS TOO!!!!
Today, being back on the internet will be a good start along with getting to the store to pick up what I need for my shakes an snacks. Dude, time is running out!!! The biggest thing is that with goals like this, I need to keep it in front of me no matter what else comes up. It is time to regain control and make it happen!!!
Todays quote:
The life of every man is a diary in which he means to write one story, and writes another. ~James Matthew Barrie
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Day Forty Four
Another amazing day planned and I started out wondering how to move through it. I am SO much more aware of how and what I am eating and knowing that it will make an overall difference through the choices I make. First of all, we made blueberry pancakes for breakfast since I have been gone so much lately and will take off again for our Anniversary. I definitely beleive that being aware is the number one key here to the weight loss. Do the program that works for you, but know what it is and how you need to work it to ensure progress and success.
I guess that goes for everything in life. Take my business for example...as I know what my goals are, I also have a plan to get there with the steps that will take me through it to success. Hmmm...everything is like one big part of the plan, isnt it?
Today, good choices...without going without. I am excited about the potential of today!
Todays quote:
Now that it's all over, what did you really do yesterday that's worth mentioning? ~Coleman Cox
I guess that goes for everything in life. Take my business for example...as I know what my goals are, I also have a plan to get there with the steps that will take me through it to success. Hmmm...everything is like one big part of the plan, isnt it?
Today, good choices...without going without. I am excited about the potential of today!
Todays quote:
Now that it's all over, what did you really do yesterday that's worth mentioning? ~Coleman Cox
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Day Forty Two
At least I think it is day 42:)
BACK FROM CANCUN! I am SO excited and had the best time ever. First of all, it was an amazing adventure being there, and to have earned the trip? YAY! Even better. Now to the plan. I weighed in when I got home and guess what? STILL at just over 15 pounds, which is awesome. I felt really great in my better fitting clothes, and got tons of complements too. I even did the conga line at our final nights dance. It was a super trip.
Food? YES there was so much of it, and yes, I did eat what I wanted...funny thing is that some of those meals, I wanted less or parts of it but when offered choices I choose so much better than before starting the plan. Today I am excited to get back on my shakes, and go toward the next 50 or so days. I just know it will fall off again, and have even started the treadmilling at home.
A great trip, steady results, and a smile on my face today!
Todays quote:
You must admit you have self-control before you can use it. ~Carrie Latet
BACK FROM CANCUN! I am SO excited and had the best time ever. First of all, it was an amazing adventure being there, and to have earned the trip? YAY! Even better. Now to the plan. I weighed in when I got home and guess what? STILL at just over 15 pounds, which is awesome. I felt really great in my better fitting clothes, and got tons of complements too. I even did the conga line at our final nights dance. It was a super trip.
Food? YES there was so much of it, and yes, I did eat what I wanted...funny thing is that some of those meals, I wanted less or parts of it but when offered choices I choose so much better than before starting the plan. Today I am excited to get back on my shakes, and go toward the next 50 or so days. I just know it will fall off again, and have even started the treadmilling at home.
A great trip, steady results, and a smile on my face today!
Todays quote:
You must admit you have self-control before you can use it. ~Carrie Latet
Friday, February 4, 2011
Day Thirty Five
Friday...yep its time to check the progress. Ok, on the scale I go....and...
YAY! I went up two pounds this week! Why am I excited? I absolutely refuse to give into negative thoughts that would be a number defininng my success so far on my plan. My clothes fit great, and my new dress is two sizes smaller than I thought I would be already. I bet that I am adding muscle as now I am working out more:)
It is sometimes hard to keep motivating yourself. Honestly, it is easy to fall off track sometimes with a busy life. Kids, work, driving from location to location...it means there is room to stray , and I have somewhat. There have been little things along the way that did change, but the one thing that did not is that everyday I can start over. Each time when I get home I can get back on track. Even when I am away, it is easy to bring the proper snacks to make a difference. I see one in my mirror!!!
Todays quote:
You're only given a little spark of madness. You mustn't lose it. ~Robin Williams
YAY! I went up two pounds this week! Why am I excited? I absolutely refuse to give into negative thoughts that would be a number defininng my success so far on my plan. My clothes fit great, and my new dress is two sizes smaller than I thought I would be already. I bet that I am adding muscle as now I am working out more:)
It is sometimes hard to keep motivating yourself. Honestly, it is easy to fall off track sometimes with a busy life. Kids, work, driving from location to location...it means there is room to stray , and I have somewhat. There have been little things along the way that did change, but the one thing that did not is that everyday I can start over. Each time when I get home I can get back on track. Even when I am away, it is easy to bring the proper snacks to make a difference. I see one in my mirror!!!
Todays quote:
You're only given a little spark of madness. You mustn't lose it. ~Robin Williams
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Day Thirty Four
Hey, its almost vacation for me and I am SO excited...I bought a fun dress for a banquet and it is two sizes smaller than last years! Yahoo, my plan is working and I am going to take lots of photos there to share.
Some days it is hard to see the progress while on a big plan. Really, when there is a big goal, and you are taking baby steps? How do you keep t he motivation??? Well, a new dress will carry me being happy for a while, until the next milestone:)
What does it take for you to stay on track when life has so many little distractions like candy hearts sitting by our computer. :) I am focusing on that dress for today!
Todays quote:
I've never seen a smiling face that was not beautiful. ~Author Unknown
Some days it is hard to see the progress while on a big plan. Really, when there is a big goal, and you are taking baby steps? How do you keep t he motivation??? Well, a new dress will carry me being happy for a while, until the next milestone:)
What does it take for you to stay on track when life has so many little distractions like candy hearts sitting by our computer. :) I am focusing on that dress for today!
Todays quote:
I've never seen a smiling face that was not beautiful. ~Author Unknown
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Day Thirty Two
There are times in our lives when we are SO looking forward to something happening, that will be brand new and exciting. Although I do not know anything about my day yet, except for one small detail I am really going to make the most of it anyway. Is that weird???
Sometimes in life it is just fine to go with the flow. Imagine standing in a strong stream, trying to stay up and not get knocked over. Believing in your goal is just one important part of the strength you will gain. Now imagine having a friend there helping you stand. It sure seems easier when there are others helping you and believing in the goal. Ok, imagine one more time that your friend is not helping you stay up, but is standing on one leg, or sitting and letting the stream carry them a bit. It takes the ease away, and adds to your struggles to stay upright.
Are the people in your life helping you to stand? Or are they simply there to pull you down? And if you are on your way down, are there times that is ok and part of life? That is for you to decide...
Todays quote:
A bend in the road is not the end of the road... unless you fail to make the turn. ~Author Unknown
Sometimes in life it is just fine to go with the flow. Imagine standing in a strong stream, trying to stay up and not get knocked over. Believing in your goal is just one important part of the strength you will gain. Now imagine having a friend there helping you stand. It sure seems easier when there are others helping you and believing in the goal. Ok, imagine one more time that your friend is not helping you stay up, but is standing on one leg, or sitting and letting the stream carry them a bit. It takes the ease away, and adds to your struggles to stay upright.
Are the people in your life helping you to stand? Or are they simply there to pull you down? And if you are on your way down, are there times that is ok and part of life? That is for you to decide...
Todays quote:
A bend in the road is not the end of the road... unless you fail to make the turn. ~Author Unknown
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