Uh Oh!

I LOVE Take Shape for Life!  I do.  I know that it works.  I  followed it faithfully  and have lost weight.  Then my sister was in town!! Ugh!! Which meant lunch with "the girls" and family dinners.  This is hard for me!  Because I am not strong enough yet to say "no" to treats and carbs.  I enjoy losing weight though and I kept reminding myself of that.  I do much better on the plan during the week when I work, eat my meals, go home, do my house chores and eat my lean and green.  I just do much better when I don't surround myself with all the tempting unhealthy food that I once devoured and all too much.  I decided to cancel my bunco playing group until I am stronger.  I have also avoided a few parties too.  I don't feel bad about it, in fact, I am actually quite proud of myself for knowing what my goal is and sticking to it.  Even though I got a little off track while my sister was here I learned some valuable lessons. 

The awesome thing about Take Shape for Life is:

It's easy to get back on track. 

T.S.F.L. really is a forgiving plan.

I eat slower, therefore getting full sooner and not eating as much.

I now order half of what I normally would when I go out.

I am drinking tonz more water.

I am losing weight!!

And even though I didn't follow the plan as closely when my sister was here I maintained my weight!  Woo hoo!!!

Some days are harder than others.  For example, if I am tired and not thinking clearly I want to make unwise decisions.  Sleep is very important and I know many of us aren't getting near enough.  I am going to make a conscious effort to go to be in bed by 10:30 every weeknight!!

I am also going to stay focused on my goal!!

Here we go!!

Day 3 - 7 ~ TSFL

Well I have to say that I am LOVING this plan!!!  I am down 6.6 pounds and it's only day 7. 

The weekend was a little tricky because I have the ability to do whatever I want - different from being an office slave Monday thru Friday, but  I still managed to stay on the plan and do well.

For me the plan is easier to follow during the week because I just stay in the office and get to eat what I have in my desk - all my awesome Medi-fast meals.  There are no outside influences, the pantry or the freezer at home.  Know what I mean?

For breakfast I continued to have the cappuccino or add a shake flavor to my coffee - delish!! Then I eat a bar, puffs or shake - whatever I feel at the moment.  On Saturday I switched my Lean and Green from dinner to lunch time since we decided to go on a picnic.

If I can continue to stay "on the wagon" during the weekend anyone can and here is why??? My partner is the worst and I mean the worst person to eat healthy with.  Here is why:

• I Heart Beer! And my loving partner continues to devour multiples in front of me on a daily basis.  He also did this my entire pregnancy so this is not new news, but come on!!!
• He adds butter and cheese to all his dishes!! I LOVE cheese.
• He makes everything look SO tasty!!!  Hence the cheese and butter.
• He doesn't give a crap that I am wanting to eat less and healthier and he continues eats his truck driver portions RIGHT in front of me.

Ok I could go on and on.  The things to gather from this are:

• If I can continue success on this wellness program with the Food Devil devouring whatever their devilish heart desires in front of me - you can too!!!
• THANK GOODNESS for a Free Health Coach - especially during this crucial time!
• I am focused on my goal and have remained focused.
• I remind myself that I will look damn good in my jeans while the Food Devil is wearing sweatpants the rest of his existence - until he pulls his head out and gets in this awesome health bandwagon.

I will admit there were some tough times during the weekend, but remind yourself that you are only hurting yourself if you "cheat".

All the hard work that you have already put in would have been a waste and the thought of "starting over" is not appealing.  Just remind yourself how far you have come.  1 day is already a step closer to your goal!!

Remember your goal(s).

And remember, just remember how freaking awesome it feels to see the pounds on that scale go down.  There is not many things that are better right now.  That to me is an awesome reward and reminder of how awesome this wellness plan is and how freakin' awesome the human body is.  The body is SO forgiving!!  I think of all the crap I have put into my body and yet it forgives me when I give it "healthy fuel" and it repays me by repairing itself and shedding my excess FAT!!

What if our body was not so forgiving? It wants the same thing for us.  To weigh less, to look and feel fantastic!!!

We can get healthy.  We can look great again.  We can feel our best. 

We can Take Shape for Life.

What a cool, cool feeling!?!?

I am pumped and will only continue.  YAY!!!

Day 2 ~ TSFL

I woke up this morning feeling great.  Got ready for work, got here and drank a cappuccino and it was actually quite delicious. 

I also drank 16 ounces of water because I could feel the hunger coming on.  Then when it came time for my second meal of the day I decided to make the Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Sugar Free Syrup. It was a nice meal and tasted quite delicious.  I heated up the syrup too!!

BUT here is what I learned with making the pancakes this morning:

• If you are really hungry don't attempt to make a meal grab - a bar or a shake.  I waited until I was really hungry and I made a huge mess - pancakes all over me, all over my work's break room, it was just a mess because I was not thinking clearly. 
• You need to use a non-stick pan or PAM in the pan to make the pancakes. 
• Follow the mixing directions on the package exactly - at least the first time any way.

The rest of the day went well except I will be truthful and say that today I have had more hungry pangs than yesterday, but I just drank more water, kept busy at work and focused on my goal of being and feeling healthier.

Food is SOOOOO psychological therefore instead of having shakes today I decided best to eat a bar, chili and pancakes versus - food that appears to have more substance.  Although the shakes are delicious!  I just know that when you go through the actions of eating it puts your mind as ease.  

I did get a headache and took some ibuprofen for it - that helped!

On my way home I am going shopping for the veggies on "the list".  I have my fish thawing out as we speak.  It's a great idea to plan your dinner or Lean and Green in advance so that you don't make irrational decisions and then you can visualize your yummy Lean and Green meal!  That helps me get through the late afternoon as well.

YAY!!  Another day down. 

Oh and I saved the best news for last.  I lost 2 pounds!!

Day 1 ~ TSFL

Today is my FIRST day of doing the Take Shape for Life Wellness Program.  I received my food yesterday, went through it all and picked out my food for the rest of the work week.  It was actually fun for me because I feel like I still have choices on what I can eat. 

The Medifast food that I ordered is all stuff that I like - Parmesan cheese puffs, chocolate, chili, etc.  Then I also get to sit down with my family in the evening for dinner and have my Lean and Green meal.  We will all be indulging in the Lean and Green Meal which consists of a lean protein (chicken, steak, fish, lobster, shrimp, roast turkey or beef) and vegetables (peppers, squash, tomatoes, zucchini, cabbage, spinach, cauliflower, broccoli, etc.).  It's important for my family and I to share in happy, healthy meals together.

I  will have to drink lots of water which is easy for me as I LOVE water and know all of it's wonderful benefits.  For those that don't like water I feel bad because it truly is SOOOOO good for you.  Though I will admit when having to drink tonz of water I mix it up by throwing a lemon, lime or even those drink packets in there and it makes it less "boring" to drink.  Thankfully Medifast has those drink packets available and I can't wait to taste them.

I am just thrilled and excited to start the program and watch my body transform and obtaining Optimal Health. 

I went to the doctor yesterday for my High Blood pressure and the doc renewed my prescription. I told her about the Wellness Program and she said that it sounded like a good plan and that she would like to see me lose weight, get in shape and get off my meds!!

Well I am happy to report that today is going great.  If I feel a headache come on I just drink some water, get out of the office lighting for a minute and I feel better. 

I just keeping thinking about how I am sick and tired of feeling sick and tired.  I want to look hot and feel awesome for myself, for Maizy and for my awesome partner!!

Cheers!

Take Shape for Life

So.............. I am still fat and not happy.  BUT.  I am happy to report that I am starting a new Wellness Program called Take Shape for Life AND I am also a health coach!!!  I will be promoting the tools, offer support and assist others in the same boat as me.  Not only do I want to shed some poundage I also want to be healthy for me.  For Maizy.  YAY for health. 

So in addition to the Wellness Program we use Medifast as a tool to shed the pounds.  I have been anxiously awaiting for my delivery of meals!!  I track  the package about, um, maybe 5 times a day. 

I am passionate about health. losing weight and just feeling and looking our best.  I haven't been there for quite some time.  I also an so enthused to be a health coach and want to get people on my health band wagon!!

I will keep all my updates on this blog.  I will praise my successes and learn from my losses!!

I just tracked my package and, well, let me track it one more time............

YAY!!!!!!  It's here.  It's here.  It's really here!!

Here we go!  I can't wait to get home tonight and read all my food labels and learn more and more about Take Shape for Life!! 

I am really excited about this journey.

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Tuesday,  10/04/2011 at 10:50 A.M.

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