So this week didn’t go as planned…at all. We all got sick – and the weather was touch and go. Though, wouldn’t you know that the days the boys were way too sick to go outside, the sun shone ever so brightly! Maybe it just looked brighter because we were all stuck inside. =)
I weighed myself today and I haven’t gained anything but I haven’t lost anything either…but I really didn’t expect too. One of the things I’ve come to realize is that breakfast is essential. I find myself so caught up in the morning busyness that I totally neglect my own need to eat. I don’t know how I fell out of the habit of eating breakfast…when I was pregnant I HAD to eat or I’d throw up…and this was all 9 months. So how did I so quickly fall out of eating breakfast? Whatever the case, I have decided that no matter what – I need to make sure I eat. Not only will this help with weight loss, it’ll give me the energy I need to make it to lunch!
I'm trying to eat on small salad plates...sometimes...=)
Secondly, I tried to cut out all the sweets – but it was just too much too fast. I don’t know if it has anything to do with breastfeeding, but I crave chocolate like you wouldn’t believe. I was the exact same way with Luke too. So I’ve decided instead of dropping it cold turkey – I just need to moderate myself…though this can be easier said than done. =)
We managed one walk this week. I strapped Will in the Moby, put Luke in the stroller and off to the post office we went. I’m so out of shape that the little walk plumb wore me out! =) I do think I need to make my exercise schedule a little more realistic for our circumstances. Finding that much time to exercise is just impossible. Then when I fail to meet my goals within the first few days, I just give up because I know I can’t even begin to catch up.
So – my plan is to walk again today. Maybe even get some sit-ups in! And here’s the plan for next week:
Monday: Either a walk or 20 mins cardio
Tuesday: crunches and arm exercises (10 mins)
Wednesday: Either a walk or 20 mins cardio
Thursday: crunches and leg exercises (10 mins)
Friday: Mom Scott arrives – YAY!!!!
Saturday: Walk?
Sunday: Off
I think that seems better…though looking at it – it still seems like a lot to cram in. If the weather cooperates – the walks are the easiest to do since the boys do it with me. So let’s hope for sunny skies!
Once again – thanks so much for all of your support, encouragement and insight! You all rock! =)
I’ll weigh-in again in a few days…gotta get back on schedule!
Wednesday, May 1st, 2008 - 146 lbs
Pounds Lost this week: 0
Pounds Lost to Date: 1
2 comments:
I love the smaller plate trick. Did you know our dinner plates have grown in 2.5" diameter in the past 50 years? It's fun to buy whimsical, seasonal salad plates too. They're inexpensive and can make you feel a bit special!
I completely know what you're saying about the chocolate/nursing thing. I have never been one to crave sweets UNTIL nursing. Unfortunately I am still dealing with this horrid temptation and my baby is now 2! Oops!!!
Good luck this week! Remember, we're all in this together. Ah, wait a minute....that sure sounded an awful lot like "HS Muscial"! Argh!!! :O)
One more thing......try dark chocolate! A new favorite of mine are "Bliss". Take two out of the bag and PUT THE BAG AWAY!! You can even throw the bag of candy into the freezer and allow yourself 2 pieces a day. Take them out and once they're defrosted you can decide if you really want to eat them. Waiting is a huge friend. Too bad I'm so bad at it!
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