I lost .8 pound this week, and I'll gladly take it after falling off the ladder in the kitchen yesterday. Well, I didn't really "fall", it just felt that way. I didn't have much planned for Thursday and Friday this week and I don't do well with that. I like to be busy and have a plan. I was proud that I spent a few hours yesterday making some phone calls from home to help out my social worker friend who I am volunteering for at St. Alexius Medical Center. I'm not enjoying this project right now, but determined to see it through so was proud I spent two hours on the phone with it. Next I was going up to the fitness center, but when I stood up I felt a little light headed and my legs felt weak. Not good feeling that way when I'm on my way to ride that stationary bike for 30 minutes - that's how I usually feel when I'm done riding. Took my sugar and it was 76, which is really low for me. I had a lite breakfast and no lunch,so decided I should eat a LITTLE something. Once I opened that refrigerator door I felt literally overcome by the carbs that latched on to me. Enjoyed some left over cocoanut shrimp and it was so good I ate all 4 pieces. Then there was that small bowl of mac'n cheese calling to me, so finished that up too. Needed something sweet and ate some raisins (way too many - they're high in carbs) Started to feel better, but it was easy to talk myself out of going up to the fitness center. Afterall, I would have gotten home little late to spend the time getting dinner ready that I'd planned. Soooooo, curled up with a blanket,some Cheez-Its, and watched some tv. Sooo not like me. Later I sat reflecting on how good I felt tackling my day in the morning, and how quickly I fell - it really was like falling of a ladder. But... todays another day and I was pleasantly surprised when the scale said I'd lost .8 I'll that that and run with it before yesterdays splurge catches up with me.... I know we've all been told we shouldn't weigh ourselves every day, but... If I weigh and get good news, it makes me eager to stay on track and keep going from there, and if the weigh in is bad - it makes me determined to stick with the program cause I know what will happen if I don't. So, making more phone calls today (two hours worth) and then getting up to the fitness center. Wish me luck and pray those carbs don't latch
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Well my time in the 160's was very brief, but not unexpected. I had been sick so got down to 169.something and that's been my lowest since I started this journey with all of you. I know you put back most of the weight when you lose when you're sick, and then I took off for two mini-vacations. I spent a long weekend in Cleveland visiting friends and family, and four days after getting back from there I spent 4 days with my best friend in Houston. I just got back from there two days ago. I must admit I enjoyed myself food wise and didn't really do without anything I really wanted, including that WONDERFUL carmel/salty pretzel shake at Steak N' Shake. Yes, they make a junior size, but nope - didn't go that route. Anyway - I've taken off a bit since I got home anddecided to officially report in this morning at 171.6. So back into the 170's I go. I haven't been to the fitness center during this travel time either, so aiming to get back on track with that today or tomorrow.
I'm diabetic and see my doc every six months for a diabetic check up. I'm well controlled on pills and he's always pleased with me. I've lost some weight since he last saw me and I've been working out three times a week for three months. I'm almost looking forward to reporting in to him. I'll wait til the end of the month in hopes I can get into those 160's before then. I haven't commented on anyones blogs since I've been traveling and apologize. I try to keep up with that because that's what this is all about - supporting each other through our ups and downs. So, I've got some reading and commenting to do this afternoon and then I'll be caught up. Thanks for reading and hope you'll leave a comment...... I'm down about a pound, but didn't weigh in til yesterday. Should have done that Friday but I was in Cleveland. I went to attend my niece's bridal shower, but flew in a few days early to spend time visiting family and friends. It was a great trip. I was worried about overeating, but actually did pretty good. I rode home with Sheri and my daughter-in-law, who are both dieting, so the car was full of healthy snacks - mostly fruit. Boy, what a change from days past. I must admit my loss is probably due to being sick on Monday after I got home. Seems I had the same bug Sheri had, it just didn't last as long. I know when you lose due to sickness, it usually doesn't stay off, but I'm trying hard to keep the scale going in the right direction. I've been waiting months to get into the 160's, and I have arrived.
I'm going to Houston this Friday to spend time with my best friend, so I won't be blogging that day as I should. So, that's it for now. Thanks for reading this and g |
Pat is a devoted wife, Mom, Nana, friend and volunteer who spends a lot of her time caring for the ones she loves. As a diabetic who finds it challenging to maintain a healthy diet and workout regimen, Pat's goal is to take care of herself in 2013 by losing 20 pounds (and maybe even learning to like exercise)!
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