Blogs

Earlier today I was reading my free magazine subscription from Woman's Day (Thanks Maopa from Luscious Deals)and came across an article on pg. 104 titled "blog your way skinny". You know me, always into reading about others' weight loss stories. Just thought I would share the blog links:

Roni's Weigh
The Tippy Toe Diet **good luck with this link, I couldn't find it, but thought I would just list it**
A Forty-Something's Weight Loss Journey

As for my weight loss journey -- it's still going. Began in 2007 and still moving forward. I've been able for the most part maintain my weight, lose some here and there and even gain some. I know I sound obsessed by weighing myself each morning, but honestly it's what helps me stay on track. By checking it daily, I know where I should be. Part of my problem in the past, I was not aware of my weight and then in record time gained 10, 20 pounds because it 'snuck up on me'.

I still try and stick to eating good Monday through Friday, breakfast for sure each morning (healthy and not so healthy, but definitely something to kick start that metabolism) and lunch. Due to my late night workouts, I usually don't eat dinner but snack on fruits or veggies to get me through the night. Then of course on the weekends, let go a little by eating whatever (of course in moderation). In the beginning it was tough, but over time, it's gotten easier. I feel more in tune with my body, I know to stop when I feel full. I would say this is true 90% of the time, granted I still have those moments where I let go.

The workouts are still there. I try and work out at least 5 times a week with cardio classes and weights. And again, like with food, I do take a break here and there. But never long enough to lose momentum. My goal is to really tone my arms and legs and hopefully my stomach. I've been working on my abs 'cause that's a big problem area for me. I can feel my abs firm up, only problem -- there is a thick layer of fat on top that hides it. LOL. But it's not going to stop me.

I wasn't fortunate to be blessed with skinny genes, so unfortunately I have to work hard to be healthy and fit! If I can control something in my life, this would be it.