I have been blogging, commenting on Facebook and Tweeting in hopes that someone would listen. A few dedicated friends commented and watched my homemade YouTube videos but I doubted anyone was really paying attention to my weight loss efforts. Then I get the biggest surprise - people are noticing what I say. Now what do I do?
Well, my first thought was - accountability. I have been having a hard time being consistent. I do have lunch-time workout partners but with work stress sometimes working out just isn't appealing. I'd love an after work partner but everyone has family or church commitments. Its easier to make yourself get in gear when you have someone else pushing you.
Then I received a couple of emails from friends I haven't spoke to in awhile. They were interested in what I was doing! One had many questions about how my program was going. What do I say? I told the truth, of course. I've been blogging about my struggles so its no secret I have a hard time being dedicated to my workouts and healthy eating. But I just figured no one was really paying much attention. Then here I was with two people asking me about my daily trials.
In the end I know it up to me. I can't make the responsibility someone else's to get my act together. I have to want it and want to put the effort out. It's great sharing my triumphs and my failures with family and friends who support me and encourage me. Knowing that others want to get healthy and need help too gives me the strength to push ahead. Let's keep the momentum going!
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Friday, February 11, 2011
Deciding on Your Fitness Goal
What is your ideal clothing size? 6, 8, 14? For men, 30, 34, 38? How are you choosing that goal?
Not too long ago Victoria's Secret had their famous modeling show on television. Have you ever watched that? Or perused their catalog? Of course you have! Who hasn't? Not only are the outfits adorable but the women are breathtaking! But have you really looked at them?
A few years ago my daughter and I watched the show for the first and last time. I'm not bashing the show - it was an amazing presentation. It was the size of the models that freaked us out. You don't notice it as much in the catalog - airbrushing is a great tool - but on the television you could see how their hip bones jutted out and their ribs showed. It was scary! My daughter, at the time, was in her mid-teens and even realized these girls were too thin.
You know I admire women like Jaime Lee Curtis who showed her stuff in, I believe it was, More magazine, proving some of Hollywood looks like us - when they aren't airbrushed.
Magazines, movies and the internet try to tell us what is appropriate for being beautiful or handsome. However, they take it to the extreme and make it totally unattainable for the majority of the population. Oh, I'm not saying we can't all have ripped abs and bulging biceps because, if you are dedicated and you want that, it is possible. I have many friends who do. But for most of us its important to start to love who we are as we are. Having self-esteme and loving ourselves is the first step in getting healthy. Not letting Hollywood or some model tell you aren't good enough isn't tolerable.
Once you can love who you are and believe you are okay as you are can you move forward to a healthier you. Eating better and adding movement to your daily routine will move you toward your goals. Learning about your body type and they best styles to wear on it will help you feel more confident too. Having realistic goals, small steps instead of far reaching goals you feel you will never get to, will build confidence too.
Say no to stereotypes and unreal images. Start loving yourself and loving life!
Not too long ago Victoria's Secret had their famous modeling show on television. Have you ever watched that? Or perused their catalog? Of course you have! Who hasn't? Not only are the outfits adorable but the women are breathtaking! But have you really looked at them?
A few years ago my daughter and I watched the show for the first and last time. I'm not bashing the show - it was an amazing presentation. It was the size of the models that freaked us out. You don't notice it as much in the catalog - airbrushing is a great tool - but on the television you could see how their hip bones jutted out and their ribs showed. It was scary! My daughter, at the time, was in her mid-teens and even realized these girls were too thin.
You know I admire women like Jaime Lee Curtis who showed her stuff in, I believe it was, More magazine, proving some of Hollywood looks like us - when they aren't airbrushed.
Magazines, movies and the internet try to tell us what is appropriate for being beautiful or handsome. However, they take it to the extreme and make it totally unattainable for the majority of the population. Oh, I'm not saying we can't all have ripped abs and bulging biceps because, if you are dedicated and you want that, it is possible. I have many friends who do. But for most of us its important to start to love who we are as we are. Having self-esteme and loving ourselves is the first step in getting healthy. Not letting Hollywood or some model tell you aren't good enough isn't tolerable.
Once you can love who you are and believe you are okay as you are can you move forward to a healthier you. Eating better and adding movement to your daily routine will move you toward your goals. Learning about your body type and they best styles to wear on it will help you feel more confident too. Having realistic goals, small steps instead of far reaching goals you feel you will never get to, will build confidence too.
Say no to stereotypes and unreal images. Start loving yourself and loving life!
Friday, February 4, 2011
How's Your New Year's Resolution Going?
The ball dropped and 2010 ended. We all made New Year's resolutions. How's it going? Are you keeping them?
I swore I wouldn't make one this year and I didn't, exactly. I have the same one every year, a standing resolution. It never changes whether I do or not. What could it be you ask? Probably the same as yours if you're reading this...to lose weight.
How am I doing you ask? Well, it depends on how you measure it. If I got on a scale (horrible five letter word) I weight the same as January 1. Have I been working on it you ask? Sure, but not the way you think.
I refuse to go on a fad diet, an overly strict diet - that leaves out things I know I will never live without - or one that costs a small fortune. So, what am I doing? Well, for starters, I drink Shakeology everyday. It has tons of vitamins and minerals and really great ingredients. It gives me a ton of energy and, yes, makes me regular. An important benefit to anyone's digestive system.
I've also been trying to eat healthier. I'm not perfect but I'm trying. I still have a weakness for pizza and Mexican food I just try not to have it too often. I'm trying to incorporate more veggies and fruits. Key word here - trying. I try everyday.
I exercise too. Oh, the plan is six days a week. Do I make it? Some weeks. The other weeks you ask? Twice or three times. Just depends. I'm working on scheduling it in my day but some days I just don't feel like it.
So what keeps me trying? Wanting to be better. Better health, better with my schedule, a better body. It'll happen. I have faith I will accomplish my goals this year. I just completed a 30 day challenge that helped me to see my goals and how to reach them. Well worth the 5-10 minutes a day I spent.
If you're interested in taking the challenge too, free of charge, just ask me and I'll send you the link.
I swore I wouldn't make one this year and I didn't, exactly. I have the same one every year, a standing resolution. It never changes whether I do or not. What could it be you ask? Probably the same as yours if you're reading this...to lose weight.
How am I doing you ask? Well, it depends on how you measure it. If I got on a scale (horrible five letter word) I weight the same as January 1. Have I been working on it you ask? Sure, but not the way you think.
I refuse to go on a fad diet, an overly strict diet - that leaves out things I know I will never live without - or one that costs a small fortune. So, what am I doing? Well, for starters, I drink Shakeology everyday. It has tons of vitamins and minerals and really great ingredients. It gives me a ton of energy and, yes, makes me regular. An important benefit to anyone's digestive system.
I've also been trying to eat healthier. I'm not perfect but I'm trying. I still have a weakness for pizza and Mexican food I just try not to have it too often. I'm trying to incorporate more veggies and fruits. Key word here - trying. I try everyday.
I exercise too. Oh, the plan is six days a week. Do I make it? Some weeks. The other weeks you ask? Twice or three times. Just depends. I'm working on scheduling it in my day but some days I just don't feel like it.
So what keeps me trying? Wanting to be better. Better health, better with my schedule, a better body. It'll happen. I have faith I will accomplish my goals this year. I just completed a 30 day challenge that helped me to see my goals and how to reach them. Well worth the 5-10 minutes a day I spent.
If you're interested in taking the challenge too, free of charge, just ask me and I'll send you the link.
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