Starting Over....

It's not a dream come true, but I guess I will be starting over with my diet/exercise plan.  Went to the chiropractor today.  FUN STUFF!  I'm in awful shape, lucky me.  I could bore you with all the details, but basically I have the back of 70 year old woman. 

I really kinda knew this, and if I had been smart I would have started back with the chiropractor before I started exercising.  I'm not that smart apparently.

I've loss 4 days, no workouts, and I can start back working out 100%.  I have to modify at 70% of where I was last week.  Really not happy.  So to help kick start my body and get past this dang plateau, and being sick and in pain for the last 4 days, I'm starting over.

Yep gonna go back to WEEK 1 of the Kristi Approved Diet.  Weeks 1-4 had the best weight loss for me, and I'm hoping they will again.  It's crunch time, vacation crunch time that is.  I have 10 weeks to lose 15 lbs.  I really want to lose 25 more lbs, but I just don't think 10 weeks is enough time.  I really can't afford to push my back and hip any more than I already have.

So there you have it, tomorrow, I start over.  I promise not to bore you with weekly pictures and all my stats.  I'm just gonna keep is short and sweet and just give you an update of my weight loss.  I do promise one last picture before I go on vacation, just so show you how far I've come.

Thanks for being the best support group in the WHOLE WIDE WORLD!  I promise to stay positive and not give up! xx

Monday's Measurements #8

I would love to tell you that I beat the plateau, but I got sick on Wednesday and was sick until Sunday.  I didn't work out for three days!  I didn't gain any, but again I didn't lose any!  Damn germs.  I haven't been sick in I don't know when and all of a sudden bam!  Hopefully I report a huge loss next week.  I have to go to the chiropractor this week too, walking around like a gimp!  lol  Not sure what the deal is, but whenever I lose weight my right hip acts up.  20 adjustments later I should be better. 

Happy Monday!  xx

What I'm Eating Week #8

Give Away!!!

I just started week 8 of the Kristi Approved Plan, yesterday was my first day, I was so busy I didn't even eat meal #6!  I wasn't hungry for it either, but I'm going to try harder the rest of the week to get all 6 meals in, especially #6, if I skip any it'll be #3! 

Meal #1

Pumpkin Pie Shake

Sorry this pic turned out so dark.

Meal #2

Cinnamon French Toast

I was so lazy I just made scrambled eggs in the microwave and toast!

Meal #3

Strawberry Yogurt Crunch

I didn't take a picture of this meal, 1. because I forgot, and 2. because I don't like it!  lol
Imagine yogurt mixed with cottage cheese and cereal, then sprinkle on some sliced strawberries.  Have I mentioned I HATE yogurt. 

Meal #4

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Meal #5

Boiled Egg Salad

Meal #6

Rice & Fish

WHERE I PARTY!!!

Monday's Measurements #7

It was a rough week!  I hit my first plateau...oh well, it happens.  I'm gonna try to work a little harder this week to get over the plateau and see what happens.

I've still lost a total of 15 lbs in 7 weeks and 18.5 inches, so it's all good. 

No new picture, I look the same as last week, so I'll spare you my bad photography!  lol

Okay here are my measurements. 

Shoulders 38.5

Chest  36

RT/LT Biceps 10.5/10.5 

Waist  36

Hips 39

RT/LT Thighs 22.75/22.5

RT/LT Calves 13.5/13.5 

Happy Monday!  xx

What I'm Eating #7

Here's the Meal Plan for Week #7

Meal 1

Strawberry Ice Cream

Meal 2

Berry Crepe

Meal 3

Baked Apple Pie

Meal 4

Turkey Cheese Wrap and Orange Smoothie

Meal 5

Candy Bar & Veggie Snack

Meal 6

Chicken Taco Soup

Sorry about some of the half eaten pictures!  I kept forgetting to take the photos until after I was half way through a couple of times! 

If any of you are wondering, I'm on Phase 1 of the Kristi Approved Program, and this is where I get my menus. 

Happy Eats! xx

What I'm Eating Week #6

Week #6 is one of my favorites so far, and the highest in calories to date.  1610 calories a day.  It almost feels like I'm not on a diet, almost. 

Meal #1

Waffles and Banana Cream (real waffles!)

Meal #2

Egg & Turkey Breakfast Sandwich

Meal #3

Blueberry Pancakes

Meal #4

Tuna Crunch Sandwich

Meal #5

Strawberry Cottage

Meal #6

ShrimpTacos

I know it sounds like I eat a lot of breakfast food, and this week it's a little more that normal, but it's all yummy and filling.  I stole a peak at weeks 7 and 8, they already have me drooling!  lol

Send me a comment if you want any recipes. 

xx

Monday's Measurements #5

I just finished week 5.  The weeks seem to be picking up speed, didn't I just post my measurements?  lol

Well, I won't leave you in suspense!  Here are my results.  My new weight is 161.5 , for a loss of 2.5 lbs, and 1.25 inches!  That much closer to swimsuit season and Disney!!!  Of course every time I work out the same thing crosses my mind....why doesn't this fat run away?  I mean I would if some one was working me this hard.  =)

Another picture. 

Okay here are my new measurements.

Shoulders 39.5/ = same

Chest  36/ = same

RT/LT Biceps 10.75/10.75~ = same

Waist 30.5/ 29.75 = -.75

Hips 39.5/ =  same

RT/LT Thighs 23.25/23~ 23/22.75 = -.50

RT/LT Calves 13.75/13.75~ = same

My new total after 5 weeks is 13.5 lbs and 15.5 inches.  This weeks the inches were a little bit of let down, but I'm sure I'll have better weeks than others.  I want to thank all of you for being my cheering section, your support is a huge motivator.  Blogging about this has really helped me stay focused, and committed. 

Quick question.  I'm thinking highlights for summer?  Any thoughts?  I'm gonna hit the tanning beds for a few weeks before vacation too, I will need a base tan or I will FRY!  (don't worry, I pinky swear not to over do the tanning beds, just a base tan.)

Thanks!!!  xx

What I'm Eating Week #5

I can't believe I'm already starting week five?  It really is flying by.  Week 4 was easier than I expected, it was the lowest calorie week for me, but I still didn't have to have any extra meals to get by.  I think my stomach is shrinking.  I still haven't felt hungry and my cravings for 'junk' are pretty much gone.  I still can't watch the food network, but some day.  lol

Meal #1

Tropical Sorbet (shake)

Meal #2

Eggs & Berries

Meal #3

Banana Butter Cakes
  I really love this!  Rice cakes with Almond butter and banana!!!

Meal #4

Chicken Berry Salad

Meal #5

Fruit Snack and Cream

Meal #6

Crunchy Southwestern Omelet

All very yummy, I didn't even have to substitute anything this week.  I liked it all.

Let me know if you want any of the recipes.  I'd be happy to share.

Thanks for stopping by!

xx

Monday's Measurements Week #4

Wow week four finished, feels great.  The meals and exercise are starting to become more routine for me, in a good way.  I know what I have to do, and I make sure to give myself the time to do it.  Even the kids help, Lauren loves to workout with me, and they both want to try everything I eat.  Of course they only try it, so far nothing I've made has been to their standards.  I just can't compete with chicken nuggets, mac and cheese and turkey hot dogs...oh well.

I'm afraid my photography skills have not improved as I would like, but these will have to do.  I haven't learned my lesson with the horizontal stripes either!!!  Doh.

My new weight is 164 lbs, for a loss of 3lbs and 3.25 inches!!  Woo Hoo, trucking right along.

We'll start at the top and move down.

Shoulders 39.5/39.5 = 0

Chest  36.5/36 = -.5

RT/LT Biceps  11/11~10.75/10.75 = -.5

Waist 31/30.5 = -.5

Hips 40/39.5 = -.5

RT/LT Thighs 23.75/23.25~23.25/23 = -.75

RT/LT Calves 14/14~13.75/13.75 = -.50

My total after four weeks is 11 lbs and 14.25 inches lost!  Slowly but surely I will make my goal.  Thanks for being my support team!  xx

I was going to figure out how much body fat that equals, but I'm still working on how to do that.  lol  If you have and suggestions, I would appreciate it.  I'm probably over thinking it. 

What I'm Eating, Week #4

Don't let the names of these meals fool you.  The 'Ice Creams' are really protein shakes, but they are yummy, so it's okay to call them 'Ice Cream', it's as close as I'm gonna get to the real  thing for a while, so it's all good.  The calories took a bit of a dip this week, but I'm still getting through the days without adding any extra meals.  I've passed the wanting to eat out of boredom phase too.  Now I realize when I'm just hungry. 

Excuse the awful pics!  I should just take a class or something, I fear I'm not getting any better at this!  Sad thing, my Dad is an awesome photographer...I guess my apple flew across that orchard! 

Meal 1

Crunchy Pumpkin Ice Cream

Meal 2

Blueberry Pancakes & Eggs

Meal 3

Nuts & Cheese & Fruit

Meal 4

Zesty Chicken Rice Bowl

Meal 5

Chocolate Ice Cream

Meal 6

Chicken & Bean Burrito

If you want any of the recipes let me know, I would be happy to share 'em with you. 

 Today is the last day to enter my GIVE AWAY, so head on over and enter.  I will announce the winners tomorrow at my 'Anything Goes Party'!  Good Luck.  xx

Monday's Measurements Week #3

Okay Week 3 done!!!  Woo Hoo!  It feels really good when I finish another week knowing I tried my best.  I can tell I'm getting stronger everyday, and working out is no longer a chore.  I really look forward to it now.  They do say it takes 21 days to make something a habit, I guess they are right.  Another bit of good news, the cravings are slowly going away. 

My new weight is 167 lbs, for a loss of 1 1/2 lbs and 3.25 inches in week three!  I think the weight loss would have been better, but it is 'that time of the month' for me.  Sorry if that is over sharing, but it does effect weight loss. 

This is all the pics this week  too, I just can't figure out the light and it's the only one that turned out.  Please ignore the hair, I just finished working out, so I'm a mess!  (I'm kind of always a mess...sigh.)

We'll start at the top and move down.

Shoulders 40/39.5 = -.5

Chest  37/36.5 = -.5

RT/LT Biceps  11.25/11~11/11 = -.25

Waist 31.5/31 = -.5

Hips 40.5/40 = -.5

RT/LT Thighs 24.25/23.75~23.75/23.25 = -1

RT/LT Calves 14/14~14/14 = 0

My total for the three weeks, 8 lbs and 11 inches!  Yippee, that much closer to shorts and swimwear!!!  Oh, and great health, it's like the icing on the cake!  (I miss cake, but not as much as last week!)

One last reminder, Live the Life is still giving everyone 50% off their products.  Just use the code "LIFE2LIVE" at checkout.

My GIVE AWAY is still going on too, I will announce the winners at my 'Anything Goes Party' on Wednesday.

Monday's Measurements

Live the Life Give Away

Okay, like I promised, the 411 on big 'ol me!  I have to say, I was really surprised when I stepped on the scale.  I didn't know it had gotten that bad.  The real scary part is three weeks ago it was worse.  I've been watching what I eat and exercising this entire year so far.

Live the Life is what I need to be serious, to be more accountable.  It's only 1 hour into day one, and so far so good!!!  I'm half way through my first of six mini meals, and I'm feeling positive.  My eating plan is the same everyday but the exercise portion changes from day to day with Sundays off to rest.

Front View.

 Side View.

Rear View.

On to the gory details, my measurements.  Sigh.

We'll start at the top and move down.

Shoulders 41.5 inches

Chest 37.5 inches

RT/LT Biceps 12/11.5 inches

Waist 32.5 inches

Hips 41.5 inches

RT/LT Thighs 24.5/24.25 inches

RT/LT Calves 14.5/14.25 inches

Yikes!  Thankfully I'm 5'11" tall. 

Now to my weight, this totally goes against my better judgement to share this...I can't even believe I stepped on the scale.  I weigh, insert smirk, 175 lbs!  SIGH!

Okay, so there ya go.  I'm off to drop the boy at school and come back and do my work out.  Let me know if you would like more info on what I'm eating and how I'm exercising, I would love to share with those interested, or if you have any questions about Live the Life.

Just wanted to add, you will need to buy a few supplements, but nothing crazy.  Protein Powder, multi vitamin, L-Glutamine and a Triple Omega.  They also sell these items, or you can pick them up at any vitamin store, and some grocery stores.

 Thanks for stopping by.  =)