day one
- Author: Jamie
- Filed under: body image, me me me, weight loss
Apr 3,2008
I’ve been pretty much maintaining the same weight, give or take a few pounds, since December when I went to Vegas. While the number was far from ideal, I wasn’t really mad at it. I don’t like it and still think it is too high, but it could have been worse. The past two weeks, I have really been indulging myself and telling myself it was okay because my birthday was coming up. Today I got on the scale and saw a number I was definitely not okay with, only a few pounds up but still, not good.
Starting today, I’m now back in lose weight mode. I have a trip to Florida in June and I would like to look acceptable in a swimsuit. So I’m back to watching my intake, daily weigh ins and elliptical every day I can fit it in. Also, now that the weather is actually starting to feel like spring and getting warmer, Edie and I will be taking a long walk once a day. I’m cutting out pop (soda, for your weird people!) completely and drinking tons of water. More protein, less carbs. All the little things like that will make a big difference.
So time to get in to shape. No bullshit. No excuses. Let’s do this - the right way.
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42 Responses for "day one"
i sorely dislike this battle with our weight issues we can’t seem to shake. why can’t we just snap our fingers and *presto*
done!
cuz that? would be fantastic.
I’m with you, it’s pop.
Sounds like a good plan to me! Good luck!
Seems reasonable. I’m usually anti-dieting, but your plans sound very healthy!
I hear ya sister (though from pictures I’ve seen of you, I’m pretty sure you’re a petite gal). At least now that the weather is starting to warm up, we can get our butts outside to workout (or not, but at least be out there). Good luck!
here’s the thing, it isn’t about your weight, but i’m sure the number you saw, which i’m positive wasn’t horrible, was a snap back into the reality of how you’re really treating your body. you totally nailed it with your plans! here’s a tip, lots of fruits and vegetables, i assure you they’re not boring! also keep in mind that meat is one of the hardest things for your body to break down.
i’m on a bettering myself kick right now, too. it’s day 4. i’ve been to the gym 3 out of the 4 days-oh elipitcal machine, bless your heart or power cord or what not-and the other day i did yoga. i’m also on a fast, but that is a whole different ball game.
kudos to you for doing all of this, seriously. :)
good luck! im a “once a week only” weigher-inner. keeps me from getting too hung up on the .3 lbs that WASNT THERE YESTERDAY! and when you see results they come in bigger chunks which is just wonderful :)
i’ve been using about.com’s calorie counter for a couple months and i totally recommend it. check it out!
I am SO with you on this.
You’ll get back on track :)
Definitely pop, I lived in FL for like a second and I could never get used to soda hehe
I’m with you. It’s officially “be less squishy in time for summer” time.
I lost like four pounds in a week on my Jelly Bean diet. Of course it’s not healthy and your way is a million times better, but I feel your pain. I agree about the water, though, soda and juices are so high in calories it’s ridiculous. I refuse to waste good calories on something you drink that isn’t coffee or chocolate related.
Good luck! I wish I could start today, too, but my ankle is still swollen. *darn*
P.S. - It’s hot as all hell down here in the FL.
We can totally support each other - I just started my “revamp” on Monday, and even though I’m thinking about peanut butter cups, I’m eating salad. And also trying not to move too much because all sorts of things hurt from yesterday’s workout.
:)
just don’t get your wisdom teeth out right before vaca.. cos dental surgery and gym does not make for a cute relationship for running a few pounds off before vaca :( but whatever I’m gonna shake what my mamma gave me in mexico anyways
I totally decided to start doing this today too! I even started an online food journal! Woot!
Too funny, I just started the same sort of cycle last week when I almost got roped into a last minute trip to Palm Springs. Ohjeezcrap summer is coming. Time to work of the “Winter Ass.” I’m with you girl!!
i’m joining the fray!
good for you, losing weight the “right way” and not panicking (too much). obviously i hate how women concern themselves with weight, but it’s inevitable, i suppose, and you sound like you are healthy about it - so good luck!!
I’m with you! I got a cute new red bikini for this summer, but it’ll prove worthless if I don’t get my butt back in shape.. uh, literally. :) Good ideas on how to get back in shape, I’m gonna have to try it
I too have been using the b-day to justify overindulgence, and my pants have begun the revolt. Good luck to both of us.
I’m definitely with you on this. During spring break, I indulged myself and recently tried on a new pair of pants to find they didn’t fit at all. :/
My goal is just to live a healthier lifestyle. Walk some. Eat better (and definitely avoid carbs). And look cuter overall.
Can we all encourage each other through this?
Go you! I think you’re bEEutEEfOOl but I think it’s great you want to be healthier. Whatever makes you feel good! Try using a multi-vitamin if you’re not already. We’re gonna be so hot in SF ! And not because we won’t have AC haha!
Good luck Jamie I’ll be right there with you, trying to get back on the healthy track. You can do it :)
I started last week, and I must say that I have much farther to go than that chick in the photo. I am happy with my efforts and results so far. I try not to weigh every day, but it is so hard. Good luck!
I am in weight loss mode right now, too. In fact, I am posting about it tomorrow. Let’s hope we can both do it!
hey girl! I put myself on a toning program, lol. I don’t really need weight loss but I have a flabby tummy from post-baby. I also plan to be in shape for my trip. To Florida. In June!!!
Isn’t that funny? I just found out I’m going a few days ago. I lived there for a long time but my mom lives in Tampa now. Where are you going?
P.S. are you mad about Claire? I hated that they put both her and Lauren in the bottom, but glad they picked Lauren. They should have gotten rid of Dominique!
Good luck!! You can do it!!
Good luck with your goals, just don’t get too crazy with them. You’re gorgeous as it is and should make sure you’re enjoying your life and not being too hard on yourself :)
yay for the right way! :D
you have to start somewhere, sometime, today is a good day…BEST OF LUCK!
–Where in Florida are you going? As for watching the weight, cutting out the soda is a very, very good idea (just in general…I felt like a different person after I cut it out). If you’re serious about maintaining a really healthy lifestyle, read Skinny Bitch. It’s an amazing book, and it changed the way I looked at eating, drinking, just living my life. It’s about being healthy, and it’s awesome. Good luck with it!!
I hear ya woman! My sister is getting married in July and I’m the M.O.H. Why couldn’t I have known this more than 8 months in advance. Say two years?! lol I have enough to lose it would take that long to look h-o-t I swear :) I’ve been working out but take some advice–drink at least 32 ounces of water an hour to half an hour before you workout. If I don’t the world spins when I kick it up a notch and I feel like I’m going to hit the floor. The doctor did an EKG on me today (sticky pads on my ankles and around my boobie–oh goodness) and I’m fine. Just dehydrated when I workout I guess. Want to do this together?!?!
Do you need to lose weight or tone? Because you may actually get tone and feel like you lost weight, but will feel heavier. Muscle is quite heavy.
i’m with ya, sista!
Ugh… I started my diet this week too. Pooo I hate it already!
THANK YOU, it IS pop!!! pffff…soda! haha
It’s okay. We’ve all been there. I had one of those moments yesterday morning myself. So last night I went for a little run to feel better about myself. I hate being upset about weight.
Excuse me, I have to go tape a picture of me in my bikini last year to my fridge. It was not pretty. I’m with you- no bullshit- it’s time to get serious.
This week so far I’ve run 22 miles. You’re welcome to join me! Haha.
Good luck my lovely, I’m on the train with you. healthy and right. We need the bloging support hahahaa.
If you want to loose weight. Cut out ALL sugars, dairy and try to limit carbs.
Personally for modeling I got lucky with genes. But I stil run like hell and in full honesty if I feel like Im bloated or gained a pound I will skip a meal and drink water. COLD water….bottles of it. That and I will suck on a Peppermint…..helps the cravings. And also if you ignore the 1st RRRR’s of your stomach chances are they weren’t hunger pains only a false alarm. Gd reason as to why America is so ridiculously over weight…..if you need any more advice…..just hit me up! ;) Good luck, but I am more then sure you are simply beautiful!
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