2 WW Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit + Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
HC Chicken Pasta Meal - 6 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Baja Fresh Carnitas Salad - 9 points
Fruit + Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Total - 25 points (27)
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Wednesday
Special K cereal w/skim - 6 points
4 granola bars - 12 points
1 green apple - 2 points
Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl - 9 points
WW Ice Cream Cone - 2 points
Total - 31 points (27)
My eating is much better than weeks past. I also went on a good hike today.
4 granola bars - 12 points
1 green apple - 2 points
Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl - 9 points
WW Ice Cream Cone - 2 points
Total - 31 points (27)
My eating is much better than weeks past. I also went on a good hike today.
Tuesday
Special K Cereal w. skim - 6 points
Chunky Sirloin + vegetable soup - 4 points
2 WW Yougurt - 2 points
Green Apple - 2 points
WW Peperoni Pizza - 8 points
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
WW Ice Cream Cone - 2 points
Total - 30 points (27)
I ran 1.25 miles at the gym, must improve though.
Chunky Sirloin + vegetable soup - 4 points
2 WW Yougurt - 2 points
Green Apple - 2 points
WW Peperoni Pizza - 8 points
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
WW Ice Cream Cone - 2 points
Total - 30 points (27)
I ran 1.25 miles at the gym, must improve though.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Monday
Special K Cereal w. skim - 6 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
HC Chicken Margherita - 5 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl - 9 points
WW Ice Cream - 4 points
Total - 29 points (27)
The challenge over the last couple months has been corralling the eating and increasing output at the gym.
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
HC Chicken Margherita - 5 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl - 9 points
WW Ice Cream - 4 points
Total - 29 points (27)
The challenge over the last couple months has been corralling the eating and increasing output at the gym.
Sunday Weigh-In
Start Weight: 206.25 lbs
Current Weight: 206.25 lbs
Weight Lost: 0.0 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 34.25 lbs
Current Weight: 206.25 lbs
Weight Lost: 0.0 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 34.25 lbs
Monday, July 7, 2008
Monday
Special K Cereal - 6 points
WW Penne Pasta - 4 points
Apple - 1 point
3 WW string cheese - 3 point (1 ea.)
9 vegetable spring rolls - 10 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Coffee Ice Cream Bar - 1 points
TOTAL - 28 points
WW Penne Pasta - 4 points
Apple - 1 point
3 WW string cheese - 3 point (1 ea.)
9 vegetable spring rolls - 10 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Coffee Ice Cream Bar - 1 points
TOTAL - 28 points
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Thursday (Day 46)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
BBQ Chicken Sandwich - 9 points
Green Apple - 2 points
WW Chicken + Broccoli - 5 points
WW Vegetables + Szechwan Chicken - 4 points
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
WW Cookies + Cream - 2 points
Total - 33 points (25)
I will need to exert myself at the highest level on Saturday to make a difference.
What happened at the gym:
Treadmill - Time: 15:44 Distance: 2.00 miles
Speedy time on the treadmill. I added some weights afterwards, not bad.
59 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
BBQ Chicken Sandwich - 9 points
Green Apple - 2 points
WW Chicken + Broccoli - 5 points
WW Vegetables + Szechwan Chicken - 4 points
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
WW Cookies + Cream - 2 points
Total - 33 points (25)
I will need to exert myself at the highest level on Saturday to make a difference.
What happened at the gym:
Treadmill - Time: 15:44 Distance: 2.00 miles
Speedy time on the treadmill. I added some weights afterwards, not bad.
59 Days until April 20th
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Wednesday (Day 45)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Santa Fe Chicken Salad - 12 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Cookies + Cream - 2 points
Total - 28 points (25)
Need to get the food points down.
What happened at the gym:
No gym, Suns game.
60 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Santa Fe Chicken Salad - 12 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Cookies + Cream - 2 points
Total - 28 points (25)
Need to get the food points down.
What happened at the gym:
No gym, Suns game.
60 Days until April 20th
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Tuesday (Day 44)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
5 mini-quesadillas - 12 points
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
Total - 29 points (25)
Need to get the food points down.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Weights with Al, I left tired..........which is good!
61 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
5 mini-quesadillas - 12 points
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
Total - 29 points (25)
Need to get the food points down.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Weights with Al, I left tired..........which is good!
61 Days until April 20th
Monday, February 18, 2008
Monday (Day 43)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
5 mini-quesadillas - 12 points
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
Total - 29 points (25)
Some serious exercise will be needed this weekend to undo the damage of Sunday.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:41 Distance: 2.00 miles
Nothing too spectacular. Time to do my weights routine tomorrow.
62 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
5 mini-quesadillas - 12 points
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
Total - 29 points (25)
Some serious exercise will be needed this weekend to undo the damage of Sunday.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:41 Distance: 2.00 miles
Nothing too spectacular. Time to do my weights routine tomorrow.
62 Days until April 20th
Sunday (Day 42)
OK, this is the 3rd time in the last 2 weeks that I have pigged-out. I simply cannot make it if I continue like this. I must re-focus and capture the discipline that I had for the first 5 weeks. I know it is inside of me.
63 Days until April 20th
63 Days until April 20th
Sunday Weigh-In
Start Weight: 200.25 lbs
Current Weight: 187.75 lbs
Weight Lost: 12.50 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 15.75 lbs
Exercise led the way this week, but I need more discipline on food to take the next step.
Current Weight: 187.75 lbs
Weight Lost: 12.50 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 15.75 lbs
Exercise led the way this week, but I need more discipline on food to take the next step.
Saturday (Day 41)
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
2 Quaker Granola Bars - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad (CPK) - 8 points
4 mini-quesadillas - 10 points
Total - 36 points (25)
I was one over by accident, forgot about Subway.
What happened at the gym:
Piestewa Peak Hike
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 15:26 Distance: 2.00 miles
Ab Crunch - 2 sets of 20
I ate too much on Saturday, BUT, I worked out a ton, and ran the 2 mile in good time.
64 Days until April 20th
2 Quaker Granola Bars - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad (CPK) - 8 points
4 mini-quesadillas - 10 points
Total - 36 points (25)
I was one over by accident, forgot about Subway.
What happened at the gym:
Piestewa Peak Hike
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 15:26 Distance: 2.00 miles
Ab Crunch - 2 sets of 20
I ate too much on Saturday, BUT, I worked out a ton, and ran the 2 mile in good time.
64 Days until April 20th
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Friday (Day 40)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Pulled Pork Salad - 7 points
Chicken Caesar Wrap - 13 points
Cole Slaw (Side Dish) - 3 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
Total - 34 points (25)
ugh, a little too much today.
What happened at the gym:
no gym on friday
65 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Pulled Pork Salad - 7 points
Chicken Caesar Wrap - 13 points
Cole Slaw (Side Dish) - 3 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
Total - 34 points (25)
ugh, a little too much today.
What happened at the gym:
no gym on friday
65 Days until April 20th
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Thursday (Day 39)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Baja Ensalda w/ carnitas (Baja Fresh) - 9 points
2 WW Cookies and Cream - 4 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Doing ok, gotta make it count Friday and Saturday to reach the Sunday weigh-in.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Treadmill - Time: 13:16 Distance: 1.50 miles
I went a little further than 2 days ago, my body is still sore. The key is doing the new strength training workout myself either tomorrow or saturday.
66 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Baja Ensalda w/ carnitas (Baja Fresh) - 9 points
2 WW Cookies and Cream - 4 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Doing ok, gotta make it count Friday and Saturday to reach the Sunday weigh-in.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Treadmill - Time: 13:16 Distance: 1.50 miles
I went a little further than 2 days ago, my body is still sore. The key is doing the new strength training workout myself either tomorrow or saturday.
66 Days until April 20th
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Wednesday (Day 38)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
9 Vegetable Rolls - 10 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
2 WW Cookies and Cream - 4 points
Total - 28 points (25)
I didn't need the extra granola bar
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Another session with Al the personal trainer........damn I am SORE!!!!!
67 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
9 Vegetable Rolls - 10 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
2 WW Cookies and Cream - 4 points
Total - 28 points (25)
I didn't need the extra granola bar
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Another session with Al the personal trainer........damn I am SORE!!!!!
67 Days until April 20th
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Tuesday (Day 37)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
6" Turkey Sub (Subway) - 5 points
Baked Lays Chips - 2 points
WW Santa Fe Rice + Beans - 6 points
Pepperoni Lean Pocket - 6 points
WW Ice Cream Cone - 2 points
Total - 26 points (25)
I was one over by accident, forgot about Subway.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 11:07 Distance: 1.25 miles
Ab Crunch - 2 sets of 20
I was sore after Monday's workout. I hope to return to form later this week.
68 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
6" Turkey Sub (Subway) - 5 points
Baked Lays Chips - 2 points
WW Santa Fe Rice + Beans - 6 points
Pepperoni Lean Pocket - 6 points
WW Ice Cream Cone - 2 points
Total - 26 points (25)
I was one over by accident, forgot about Subway.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 11:07 Distance: 1.25 miles
Ab Crunch - 2 sets of 20
I was sore after Monday's workout. I hope to return to form later this week.
68 Days until April 20th
Monday, February 11, 2008
Monday (Day 36)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Baja Ensalada w/ carnitas (Baja Fresh) - 9 points
2 WW Ice Cream Cones - 4 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Back on track. Need to see it through all the way to Sunday.
What happened at the gym:
Today was my first session with my personal trainer, it is hard to quantify what I did. let's just say that I am tired.
69 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Baja Ensalada w/ carnitas (Baja Fresh) - 9 points
2 WW Ice Cream Cones - 4 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Back on track. Need to see it through all the way to Sunday.
What happened at the gym:
Today was my first session with my personal trainer, it is hard to quantify what I did. let's just say that I am tired.
69 Days until April 20th
Sunday (Day 35)
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
9 vegetable rolls - 10 points
Pepperoni Lean Pocket - 6 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
WW Ice Cream Cone - 2 points
Total - 36 points (25)
A little frustrated.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 8:49 Distance: 1.00 mile
The gym closed early, again, I was aggravated!
70 Days until April 20th
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
9 vegetable rolls - 10 points
Pepperoni Lean Pocket - 6 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
WW Ice Cream Cone - 2 points
Total - 36 points (25)
A little frustrated.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 8:49 Distance: 1.00 mile
The gym closed early, again, I was aggravated!
70 Days until April 20th
Sunday Weigh-In
Start Weight: 200.25 lbs
Current Weight: 192.50 lbs
Weight Lost: 7.75 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 20.50 lbs
Last week I wrote: "2 1/2 more pounds are gone forever!"
Not so fast tubby, I gained 3 pounds basically in one day. That is not discipline
What is discipline is having the balls to post this. Now I can still reach my goal, but I gotta lose big this week and make it stick.
Current Weight: 192.50 lbs
Weight Lost: 7.75 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 20.50 lbs
Last week I wrote: "2 1/2 more pounds are gone forever!"
Not so fast tubby, I gained 3 pounds basically in one day. That is not discipline
What is discipline is having the balls to post this. Now I can still reach my goal, but I gotta lose big this week and make it stick.
Saturday (Day 34)
I went to a housewarming party, ate many cookies, brownies, and lots of beer. I lost weight this week too and I threw it away on Saturday night.
Total - F*ck! points (25)
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:05 Distance: 2.00 miles
No weights, but I did put in a solid run on Saturday!
71 Days until April 20th
Total - F*ck! points (25)
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:05 Distance: 2.00 miles
No weights, but I did put in a solid run on Saturday!
71 Days until April 20th
Friday (Day 33)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Ahi Tuna and white rice - 10 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
Total - 27 points (25)
What happened at the gym:
No gym on Friday.
72 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Ahi Tuna and white rice - 10 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
Total - 27 points (25)
What happened at the gym:
No gym on Friday.
72 Days until April 20th
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Thursday (Day 32)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Progresso Clam Chowder - 8 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
Total - 25 points (25)
Solid effort today
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Treadmill - Time: 26:51 Distance: 5K
I plan on going to the gym tomorrow, must do weights tomorrow!
73 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Progresso Clam Chowder - 8 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
Total - 25 points (25)
Solid effort today
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Treadmill - Time: 26:51 Distance: 5K
I plan on going to the gym tomorrow, must do weights tomorrow!
73 Days until April 20th
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Wednesday (Day 31)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Santa Fe Chicken Wrap + Pasta (Coach and Willie's) - 18 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwiches - 2 points
Total - 31 points (25)
I struggled today. I didn't exercise today either. It'll be very tough to lose any weight this week.
What happened at the gym:
Another Suns game - no gym!
I will be going to the gym tomorrow for the first time since Saturday, yikes!
74 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Santa Fe Chicken Wrap + Pasta (Coach and Willie's) - 18 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwiches - 2 points
Total - 31 points (25)
I struggled today. I didn't exercise today either. It'll be very tough to lose any weight this week.
What happened at the gym:
Another Suns game - no gym!
I will be going to the gym tomorrow for the first time since Saturday, yikes!
74 Days until April 20th
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Tuesday (Day 30)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Footlong Turkey Breast Sub (Subway) - 10 points
Baked Lays - 2 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwiches - 2 points
Total - 25 points (25)
I worked 15 hours today, managing my eating on a day like today shows why I will make it.
What happened at the gym:
Primary Day - no gym!
I am hoping to sneak away from work to go to the gym tomorrow.
75 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Footlong Turkey Breast Sub (Subway) - 10 points
Baked Lays - 2 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwiches - 2 points
Total - 25 points (25)
I worked 15 hours today, managing my eating on a day like today shows why I will make it.
What happened at the gym:
Primary Day - no gym!
I am hoping to sneak away from work to go to the gym tomorrow.
75 Days until April 20th
Monday, February 4, 2008
Monday (Day 29)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Steak Portobello (Applebee's Weight Watchers Menu) - 7 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwiches - 2 points
Total - 23 points (25)
I wasn't that bad on Sunday, but the ship is now back on course.
What happened at the gym:
Suns game - no gym!
This is going to be a tough week. Thursday will be the first day I can get to the gym, eating will be incredibly important on Tuesday and Wednesday.
76 Days until April 20th
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Steak Portobello (Applebee's Weight Watchers Menu) - 7 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwiches - 2 points
Total - 23 points (25)
I wasn't that bad on Sunday, but the ship is now back on course.
What happened at the gym:
Suns game - no gym!
This is going to be a tough week. Thursday will be the first day I can get to the gym, eating will be incredibly important on Tuesday and Wednesday.
76 Days until April 20th
Sunday (Day 28)
Sorry folks. I was a Super Bust on Super Sunday. I had to crack at some points.
There was no gym on Sunday.
77 Days until April 20th
There was no gym on Sunday.
77 Days until April 20th
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Sunday Weigh-In
Start Weight: 200.25 lbs
Current Weight: 189.50 lbs
Weight Lost: 10.75 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 17.50 lbs
2 1/2 more pounds are gone forever!
The level of exercise this week was fair. It was the disciplined eating this week that carried the day. Keeping the eating in check will be important, but in the coming weeks, the level of exercise will need to increase.
Current Weight: 189.50 lbs
Weight Lost: 10.75 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 17.50 lbs
2 1/2 more pounds are gone forever!
The level of exercise this week was fair. It was the disciplined eating this week that carried the day. Keeping the eating in check will be important, but in the coming weeks, the level of exercise will need to increase.
Saturday (Day 27)
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
Tortilla Soup w/ chicken (Qboba) - 4 points
Ahi Crunchy Salad (Yardhouse) - 5 points
Tall Mocha w/ whipped cream (Starbucks) - 6 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 23 points (25)
Went to the FBR Open, resisted the temptation of free food. Ready for tomorrow's weigh-in.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:01 Distance: 2.00 miles
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 20
Leg Press - 330lbs, 3 sets of 15
78 Days until April 20th
Tortilla Soup w/ chicken (Qboba) - 4 points
Ahi Crunchy Salad (Yardhouse) - 5 points
Tall Mocha w/ whipped cream (Starbucks) - 6 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 23 points (25)
Went to the FBR Open, resisted the temptation of free food. Ready for tomorrow's weigh-in.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:01 Distance: 2.00 miles
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 20
Leg Press - 330lbs, 3 sets of 15
78 Days until April 20th
Friday, February 1, 2008
Friday (Day 26)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Baja Ensalada w/ carnitas (Baja Fresh) - 9 points
2 WW Cookies + Cream Sandwiches - 4 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Today was a cinch. Tomorrow and Sunday will be a little difficult to navigate, but I've lost this week again, so I must keep this momentum going.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .91 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:41 Distance: 2.00 miles
I could have done more and should have done more. I will be back at the gym tomorrow morning and there will be some weights.
79 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Baja Ensalada w/ carnitas (Baja Fresh) - 9 points
2 WW Cookies + Cream Sandwiches - 4 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Today was a cinch. Tomorrow and Sunday will be a little difficult to navigate, but I've lost this week again, so I must keep this momentum going.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .91 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:41 Distance: 2.00 miles
I could have done more and should have done more. I will be back at the gym tomorrow morning and there will be some weights.
79 Days until April 20th
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Thursday (Day 25)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Quaker Granola Bar - 2 points
Salad with 1 Chicken Breast - 3 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Felt hungry today, but I felt pretty damn focused too!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .91 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:40 Distance: 2.00 miles
Had to cut the workout short to talk with the personal trainer. I think this is going to work out quite well.
I want to go to the gym tomorrow. I am looking forward to an intense workout on Saturday regardless!
80 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Quaker Granola Bar - 2 points
Salad with 1 Chicken Breast - 3 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Felt hungry today, but I felt pretty damn focused too!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .91 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:40 Distance: 2.00 miles
Had to cut the workout short to talk with the personal trainer. I think this is going to work out quite well.
I want to go to the gym tomorrow. I am looking forward to an intense workout on Saturday regardless!
80 Days until April 20th
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Wednesday (Day 24)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Salad with 1 Chicken Breast - 3 points
WW Chicken Quesadilla - 8 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Back on track!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:40 Distance: 2.00 miles
Tomorrow is the long awaited meeting with the personal trainer!
81 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Salad with 1 Chicken Breast - 3 points
WW Chicken Quesadilla - 8 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Back on track!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:40 Distance: 2.00 miles
Tomorrow is the long awaited meeting with the personal trainer!
81 Days until April 20th
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Tuesday (Day 23)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Chicken Quesadilla - 8 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Caesar Salad w/ Ahi Tuna - 10 points
3 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars- 9 points
Total - 34 points (25)
Clearly this was the worst day of eating so far, but 34 is really not that horrible. I went to the Suns game tonight and brought some granola bars with me, which is much better than going to the concession stand and getting a hot dog or nachos. I also know that I will back tomorrow, stronger and fiercer than ever.
What happened at the gym:
Suns game tonight! No gym! Be back tomorrow!
82 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Chicken Quesadilla - 8 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Caesar Salad w/ Ahi Tuna - 10 points
3 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars- 9 points
Total - 34 points (25)
Clearly this was the worst day of eating so far, but 34 is really not that horrible. I went to the Suns game tonight and brought some granola bars with me, which is much better than going to the concession stand and getting a hot dog or nachos. I also know that I will back tomorrow, stronger and fiercer than ever.
What happened at the gym:
Suns game tonight! No gym! Be back tomorrow!
82 Days until April 20th
Monday, January 28, 2008
Monday (Day 22)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Quaker Granola Bar - 2 points
WW Lasagna Bologesse - 5 points
2 WW Cookies + Cream Sandwiches - 4 points
Total - 22 points (25)
Rolling right along!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:35 Distance: 2.00 miles
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 20 (I hold 15 lbs of weight on each sit-up)
Curls - 70 lbs. 1 set of 10, 1 set of 7
Felt decent running 2 miles today. I meet with my personal trainer on Thursday.
83 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Quaker Granola Bar - 2 points
WW Lasagna Bologesse - 5 points
2 WW Cookies + Cream Sandwiches - 4 points
Total - 22 points (25)
Rolling right along!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:35 Distance: 2.00 miles
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 20 (I hold 15 lbs of weight on each sit-up)
Curls - 70 lbs. 1 set of 10, 1 set of 7
Felt decent running 2 miles today. I meet with my personal trainer on Thursday.
83 Days until April 20th
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Sunday (Day 21)
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
Philly Cheese Steak Lean Pocket- 6 points
Baja Ensalada w/ Carnitas (Baja Fresh) - 9 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 23 points (25)
The eating has been near perfection thus far.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:41 Distance: 2.00 miles
Bench Press - 145 lbs 1 set of 7, 1 set of 6, 1 set of 5
Not feeling the 5K today. Will make another run at it tomorrow.
84 Days until April 20th
Philly Cheese Steak Lean Pocket- 6 points
Baja Ensalada w/ Carnitas (Baja Fresh) - 9 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 23 points (25)
The eating has been near perfection thus far.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:41 Distance: 2.00 miles
Bench Press - 145 lbs 1 set of 7, 1 set of 6, 1 set of 5
Not feeling the 5K today. Will make another run at it tomorrow.
84 Days until April 20th
Sunday Weigh-In
Start Weight: 200.25 lbs
Current Weight: 192.00 lbs
Weight Lost: 8.25 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 20.00 lbs
Good effort this week. I was oh-so close to removing 2 pounds this week. I can do it next week, if I can throw in some hiking and keep running 2 miles/5K every day, I can really put the pedal to the metal.
Current Weight: 192.00 lbs
Weight Lost: 8.25 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 20.00 lbs
Good effort this week. I was oh-so close to removing 2 pounds this week. I can do it next week, if I can throw in some hiking and keep running 2 miles/5K every day, I can really put the pedal to the metal.
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Saturday (Day 20)
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
Small Caesar Salad - 4 points
Turkey Sandwich - 5 points
Salad w/ avocado and grilled chicken - 5 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 22 points (25)
Great job today. It was a loooooooong day, and I stayed strong. I am ready for tomorrow's weigh-in.
What happened at the gym:
No gym today because of work!
85 Days until April 20th
Small Caesar Salad - 4 points
Turkey Sandwich - 5 points
Salad w/ avocado and grilled chicken - 5 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 22 points (25)
Great job today. It was a loooooooong day, and I stayed strong. I am ready for tomorrow's weigh-in.
What happened at the gym:
No gym today because of work!
85 Days until April 20th
Friday, January 25, 2008
Friday (Day 19)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Fruit and Granola Bar - 3 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Clam Chowder - 8 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 27 points (25)
Shit! I need to learn how to count, I thought I was right on target with 25 points for the day, looks like I was over! Tomorrow is very important. There will be the temptation to go off the reservation tomorrow. I passed the "out of town" test last Saturday, this is another test that I MUST PASS!!! Looking forward to Sunday's weigh-in.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .93 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:41 Distance: 2.00 miles
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 20 (I hold 15 lbs of weight on each sit-up)
Curls - 70 lbs. 1 set of 10, 1 set of 7
I felt really good running the 2 miles today. I could have gone further, and should have! No gym tomorrow due to work, I will be back on Sunday!
86 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Fruit and Granola Bar - 3 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Clam Chowder - 8 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 27 points (25)
Shit! I need to learn how to count, I thought I was right on target with 25 points for the day, looks like I was over! Tomorrow is very important. There will be the temptation to go off the reservation tomorrow. I passed the "out of town" test last Saturday, this is another test that I MUST PASS!!! Looking forward to Sunday's weigh-in.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .93 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:41 Distance: 2.00 miles
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 20 (I hold 15 lbs of weight on each sit-up)
Curls - 70 lbs. 1 set of 10, 1 set of 7
I felt really good running the 2 miles today. I could have gone further, and should have! No gym tomorrow due to work, I will be back on Sunday!
86 Days until April 20th
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Thursday (Day 18)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Quaker Chocolate Chip Granola Bar - 2 points
9 Vegetable Rolls - 10 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 25 points (25)
Right on target again. Friday-Sunday is my weak spot when it comes to eating. I must stay strong this weekend. I got on the scale today and I am down this week, so I need to go out there the next three days and make it count for Sunday's weigh-in!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 27:05 Distance: 5K
Bench Press - 145 lbs 1 set of 7, 1 set of 6, 1 set of 5
5K again, very happy! I will try to make a run at 5K tomorrow, but I'm not sure I will be able to do it. Every day I feel better conditioned. It's amazing the change I have made in just 18 days.
87 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Quaker Chocolate Chip Granola Bar - 2 points
9 Vegetable Rolls - 10 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 25 points (25)
Right on target again. Friday-Sunday is my weak spot when it comes to eating. I must stay strong this weekend. I got on the scale today and I am down this week, so I need to go out there the next three days and make it count for Sunday's weigh-in!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 27:05 Distance: 5K
Bench Press - 145 lbs 1 set of 7, 1 set of 6, 1 set of 5
5K again, very happy! I will try to make a run at 5K tomorrow, but I'm not sure I will be able to do it. Every day I feel better conditioned. It's amazing the change I have made in just 18 days.
87 Days until April 20th
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Wednesday (Day 17)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Quaker Chocolate Chip Granola Bar - 2 points
(3 servings) Special K Cereal (w/skim milk) - 9 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 24 points (25)
I'm impressed that I have stayed this focused. I feel real urgency to finish the job right now!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .95 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:13 Distance: 2.00 miles
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10
Curls - 2 sets of 10
I need to do a better job of remembering what I did on the treadmill. I might have ran faster tonight, but really can't recall.
88 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Quaker Chocolate Chip Granola Bar - 2 points
(3 servings) Special K Cereal (w/skim milk) - 9 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 24 points (25)
I'm impressed that I have stayed this focused. I feel real urgency to finish the job right now!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .95 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:13 Distance: 2.00 miles
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10
Curls - 2 sets of 10
I need to do a better job of remembering what I did on the treadmill. I might have ran faster tonight, but really can't recall.
88 Days until April 20th
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Tuesday (Day 16)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Progresso Clam Chowder - 8 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 21 points (25)
The level of focus has been amazing. I will be challenged on Saturday, I have to attend a 12-hour meeting. I will be prepared!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .91 miles
Treadmill - Time: 27:31 Distance: 5K
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 3 sets of 7
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10
I finished my first 5K on the treadmill in quite sometime. This is big. I need to reach the level of doing 5K every day. I will gun for it tomorrow, but I will likely only do 2 miles tomorrow.
89 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Progresso Clam Chowder - 8 points
WW Cookies + Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 21 points (25)
The level of focus has been amazing. I will be challenged on Saturday, I have to attend a 12-hour meeting. I will be prepared!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .91 miles
Treadmill - Time: 27:31 Distance: 5K
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 3 sets of 7
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10
I finished my first 5K on the treadmill in quite sometime. This is big. I need to reach the level of doing 5K every day. I will gun for it tomorrow, but I will likely only do 2 miles tomorrow.
89 Days until April 20th
Monday, January 21, 2008
Monday (Day 15)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
WW Three Cheese Ziti Marinara - 6 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 25 points (25)
Back to normal on points. I had to pick up my roommate from the airport tonight, so there was no room for the gym. I'm ready to get in there tomorrow.
90 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
WW Three Cheese Ziti Marinara - 6 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Sandwich - 2 points
Total - 25 points (25)
Back to normal on points. I had to pick up my roommate from the airport tonight, so there was no room for the gym. I'm ready to get in there tomorrow.
90 Days until April 20th
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Sunday (Day 14)
Special K Cereal (w/ skim milk) - 6 points
Baja Ensalada w/ Carnitas (Baja Fresh) - 9 points
Chicken Caesar Salad - 10 points
WW Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 27 points (25)
Must get back under tomorrow!
What happened at the gym:
I cut it short for a lunch with a friend.
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 12:22 Distance: 1.50 miles
I need to push harder at the gym tomorrow.
91 Days until April 20th
Baja Ensalada w/ Carnitas (Baja Fresh) - 9 points
Chicken Caesar Salad - 10 points
WW Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 27 points (25)
Must get back under tomorrow!
What happened at the gym:
I cut it short for a lunch with a friend.
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .88 miles
Treadmill - Time: 12:22 Distance: 1.50 miles
I need to push harder at the gym tomorrow.
91 Days until April 20th
Sunday Weigh-In
Start Weight: 200.25 lbs
Current Weight: 193.75 lbs
Weight Lost: 6.75 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 21.75 lbs
It's ok. I think last week's loss was mostly water loss. I'm moving in the right direction. Time to grab the mini-goal this week; lose 2 pounds. I want to see 191.75 next Sunday. It can be done.
Current Weight: 193.75 lbs
Weight Lost: 6.75 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 21.75 lbs
It's ok. I think last week's loss was mostly water loss. I'm moving in the right direction. Time to grab the mini-goal this week; lose 2 pounds. I want to see 191.75 next Sunday. It can be done.
Saturday (Day 13)
Special K Cereal (w/ skim milk) - 6 points
Avi's Avo Sandwich (Beyond Bread)- 11 points
Baked Lays Chips - 2 points
Turkey and Salami Salad (Sauce) - 8 points
Dinner Roll (Sauce) - 2 points
Total - 29 points (25)
I was in Tucson on Saturday. I think I did well considering I was away from home. Time to get back under 25 points today.
What happened at the gym:
No gym on Saturday because of the travel. Big weigh-in coming up.
92 Days until April 20th
Avi's Avo Sandwich (Beyond Bread)- 11 points
Baked Lays Chips - 2 points
Turkey and Salami Salad (Sauce) - 8 points
Dinner Roll (Sauce) - 2 points
Total - 29 points (25)
I was in Tucson on Saturday. I think I did well considering I was away from home. Time to get back under 25 points today.
What happened at the gym:
No gym on Saturday because of the travel. Big weigh-in coming up.
92 Days until April 20th
Friday, January 18, 2008
Friday (Day 12)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
2 servings of Easy Mac - 10 points
Healthy Choice Ice Cream Sandwich - 3 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Very good today! There was an urge to eat out today, and I suppressed it!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:13Distance: 2.00 miles
A little slower on the treadmill tonight, I think a 5K run might be in the cards for Sunday.
93 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
2 servings of Easy Mac - 10 points
Healthy Choice Ice Cream Sandwich - 3 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Very good today! There was an urge to eat out today, and I suppressed it!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:13Distance: 2.00 miles
A little slower on the treadmill tonight, I think a 5K run might be in the cards for Sunday.
93 Days until April 20th
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Thursday (Day 11)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
WW Angel Hair Marinara - 4 points
Philly Cheesesteak Lean Pocket - 6 points
Healthy Choice Ice Cream Sandwich - 3 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Excellent! I was over yesterday, and made a quick correction. I will be going to Tucson on Saturday, so this is the first "out-of-town" challenge. There is a weigh-in on Sunday, and I must not disappoint. NO EXCUSES!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 16:44 Distance: 2.00 miles
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 3 sets of 7
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10
Curls - 2 sets of 10 (60 lbs)
I felt quite sharp on the treadmill tonight. I think I'm starting to regain some of that conditioning I had back in April/May/June
94 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
WW Angel Hair Marinara - 4 points
Philly Cheesesteak Lean Pocket - 6 points
Healthy Choice Ice Cream Sandwich - 3 points
Total - 24 points (25)
Excellent! I was over yesterday, and made a quick correction. I will be going to Tucson on Saturday, so this is the first "out-of-town" challenge. There is a weigh-in on Sunday, and I must not disappoint. NO EXCUSES!
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 16:44 Distance: 2.00 miles
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 3 sets of 7
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10
Curls - 2 sets of 10 (60 lbs)
I felt quite sharp on the treadmill tonight. I think I'm starting to regain some of that conditioning I had back in April/May/June
94 Days until April 20th
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Wednesday (Day 10)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Chicken Caesar Wrap - 13 points
Cole Slaw (Side Dish) - 3 points
WW Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 29 points (25)
I should have forgone the coleslaw, it wasn't really necessary, and I knew that.
What happened at the gym:
....No gym tonight, I had to move a new TV into my place (well the TV is used, but it is new to me!). I'll be back at the gym tomorrow (Thursday).
95 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Chicken Caesar Wrap - 13 points
Cole Slaw (Side Dish) - 3 points
WW Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 29 points (25)
I should have forgone the coleslaw, it wasn't really necessary, and I knew that.
What happened at the gym:
....No gym tonight, I had to move a new TV into my place (well the TV is used, but it is new to me!). I'll be back at the gym tomorrow (Thursday).
95 Days until April 20th
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Tuesday (Day 9)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Spinach Salad with Ahi Tuna - 4 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 23 points (25)
Almost identical to yesterday, I just added a single granola bar.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 13:05Distance: 1.50 miles
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 2 sets of 7, 3rd set of 8
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10
Curls - 2 sets of 10 (60 lbs)
The good news is that I did more reps on the bench press. The bad news is that I pussed out at 1.5 miles on the treadmill. I will not be going to the gym tomorrow. I'll be back on Thursday.
96 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Spinach Salad with Ahi Tuna - 4 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 23 points (25)
Almost identical to yesterday, I just added a single granola bar.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 13:05Distance: 1.50 miles
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 2 sets of 7, 3rd set of 8
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10
Curls - 2 sets of 10 (60 lbs)
The good news is that I did more reps on the bench press. The bad news is that I pussed out at 1.5 miles on the treadmill. I will not be going to the gym tomorrow. I'll be back on Thursday.
96 Days until April 20th
Monday, January 14, 2008
Monday (Day 8)
Yoplait Strawberry Yogurt - 2 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Spinach Salad with Ahi Tuna - 4 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 20 points (25)
I'm impressed that I held it down to 20 points once again. I do feel a bit hungry and should feel no shame in using the extra points.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:30 Distance: 2.00 miles
Another 2 miles in the bag. I'm feeling the effects of running harder, more often. I have more energy when I run. I need to deliver a 5K run here soon though, if I am serious about reaching 172 lbs.
97 Days until April 20th
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
Spinach Salad with Ahi Tuna - 4 points
Apple Cinnamon Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 20 points (25)
I'm impressed that I held it down to 20 points once again. I do feel a bit hungry and should feel no shame in using the extra points.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:30 Distance: 2.00 miles
Another 2 miles in the bag. I'm feeling the effects of running harder, more often. I have more energy when I run. I need to deliver a 5K run here soon though, if I am serious about reaching 172 lbs.
97 Days until April 20th
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Sunday (Day 7)
3 Quaker Granola Bars - 6 points
WW Penne Chicken + Broccoli - 6 points
Sausage and Mozzarella Lean Pocket - 6 points
WW Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 20 points (25)
Dominating......I am dominating on food right now!!!! I am now allowed only 25 points a day for food, now that I have permanently dropped below 200 lbs.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:35 Distance: 2.00 miles
Curls - 2 sets of 10 60lbs.
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 3 sets of 7
Not bad at the gym today. The important part was the 2-mile run, I need to better my conditioning, each 2-mile run will help.
98 Days until April 20th
WW Penne Chicken + Broccoli - 6 points
Sausage and Mozzarella Lean Pocket - 6 points
WW Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 20 points (25)
Dominating......I am dominating on food right now!!!! I am now allowed only 25 points a day for food, now that I have permanently dropped below 200 lbs.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:35 Distance: 2.00 miles
Curls - 2 sets of 10 60lbs.
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 3 sets of 7
Not bad at the gym today. The important part was the 2-mile run, I need to better my conditioning, each 2-mile run will help.
98 Days until April 20th
Sunday Weigh-In
Start Weight: 200.25 lbs
Current Weight: 194.75 lbs
Weight Lost: 5.75 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 22.75 lbs
Now is not the time to ease on the throttle. Typically I reward myself on Sundays with a treat. It will be critical in a couple of weeks to tighten the belt on Sundays, so it's best to start that practice early on. It's time to crush the windpipe of the opponent (fat).
Current Weight: 194.75 lbs
Weight Lost: 5.75 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 22.75 lbs
Now is not the time to ease on the throttle. Typically I reward myself on Sundays with a treat. It will be critical in a couple of weeks to tighten the belt on Sundays, so it's best to start that practice early on. It's time to crush the windpipe of the opponent (fat).
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Saturday (Day 6)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Broccoli + Cheese + Roasted Potatoes - 4 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
Mexican Salad (no dressing) (Matador Restaurant) - 8 points
Healthy Choice Ice Cream Sandwich - 3 points
Total - 26 points (27)
One of the many pitfalls of getting a salad at a restaurant is the dressing, asking for dressing on the side is always the wisest move.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:40 Distance: 2.00 miles
Curls - 2 sets of 10 60lbs.
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10 (holding a 10lb weight on each rep)
Some other torso exercise I can't name......damn....I need to see the personal trainer.
I feel I did ok at the gym. There is plenty of room for improvement, I can do 3 sets of 10 for all of these exercises. It'll be important to run 2+ miles tomorrow, I need to get my conditioning back.
99 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
WW Broccoli + Cheese + Roasted Potatoes - 4 points
2 Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars - 6 points
Mexican Salad (no dressing) (Matador Restaurant) - 8 points
Healthy Choice Ice Cream Sandwich - 3 points
Total - 26 points (27)
One of the many pitfalls of getting a salad at a restaurant is the dressing, asking for dressing on the side is always the wisest move.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .89 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:40 Distance: 2.00 miles
Curls - 2 sets of 10 60lbs.
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10 (holding a 10lb weight on each rep)
Some other torso exercise I can't name......damn....I need to see the personal trainer.
I feel I did ok at the gym. There is plenty of room for improvement, I can do 3 sets of 10 for all of these exercises. It'll be important to run 2+ miles tomorrow, I need to get my conditioning back.
99 Days until April 20th
Friday, January 11, 2008
Friday (Day 5)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
Chicken Caesar Salad (Good Egg) - 10 points
Guiltless Chicken Platter (Chili's) - 12 points
Total - 30 points (27)
I was over on points today, but that's ok. I ate out twice and made the right choice each time. As long as I do well tomorrow, I am all set.
What happened at the gym:
Nothing, I usually don't go on Fridays
Tomorrow is a big day at the gym, there's no excuse to not put in a full workout. It would go a long way towards a good showing on Sunday's weigh-in.
100 Days until April 20th
2 Fruit and Nut Granola Bars - 6 points
Chicken Caesar Salad (Good Egg) - 10 points
Guiltless Chicken Platter (Chili's) - 12 points
Total - 30 points (27)
I was over on points today, but that's ok. I ate out twice and made the right choice each time. As long as I do well tomorrow, I am all set.
What happened at the gym:
Nothing, I usually don't go on Fridays
Tomorrow is a big day at the gym, there's no excuse to not put in a full workout. It would go a long way towards a good showing on Sunday's weigh-in.
100 Days until April 20th
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Thursday (Day 4)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
9 vegetable rolls - 10 points
2 Weight Watcher's Chocolate Bars - 4 points
Total - 25 points (27)
Thursday was an exact duplicate of Wednesday as far as eating.
What happened at the gym:
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 2 sets of 7
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .97 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:41 Distance: 2.00 miles
I did ok, needed more weights though, I talked to the personal trainer at the YMCA tonight. Hopefully I can get started with him soon. I ran a solid 2 miles tonight. Not sure if I will be going to the gym tomorrow, if so, I need to post another 2 mile run.
101 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
9 vegetable rolls - 10 points
2 Weight Watcher's Chocolate Bars - 4 points
Total - 25 points (27)
Thursday was an exact duplicate of Wednesday as far as eating.
What happened at the gym:
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 2 sets of 7
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .97 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:41 Distance: 2.00 miles
I did ok, needed more weights though, I talked to the personal trainer at the YMCA tonight. Hopefully I can get started with him soon. I ran a solid 2 miles tonight. Not sure if I will be going to the gym tomorrow, if so, I need to post another 2 mile run.
101 Days until April 20th
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
Wednesday (Day 3)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
9 vegetable rolls - 10 points
2 Weight Watcher's Chocolate Bars - 4 points
Total - 25 points (27)
The eating has been a cinch for the first three days. I passed another test today when free bagels were offered at the office, I declined! The mind set is different right now, I feel that a few weeks ago the bagels would have looked very tempting. Today I barely acknowledged the bagel's existence.
What happened at the gym:
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 2 sets of 7, 3rd set of 5
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 8:53 Distance: 1.00 miles (WEAK!!!)
The gym was quite busy, well actually the cardio machines were full forcing me to go weights first, then I went back to cardio, but pussed out and couldn't squeeze out another mile. I will be going to the gym tomorrow and waiting for the treadmill first, more than 1 mile is necessary.
102 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
9 vegetable rolls - 10 points
2 Weight Watcher's Chocolate Bars - 4 points
Total - 25 points (27)
The eating has been a cinch for the first three days. I passed another test today when free bagels were offered at the office, I declined! The mind set is different right now, I feel that a few weeks ago the bagels would have looked very tempting. Today I barely acknowledged the bagel's existence.
What happened at the gym:
Bench Press - 135 lbs - 2 sets of 7, 3rd set of 5
Inclined Sit-Ups - 2 sets of 10
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .94 miles
Treadmill - Time: 8:53 Distance: 1.00 miles (WEAK!!!)
The gym was quite busy, well actually the cardio machines were full forcing me to go weights first, then I went back to cardio, but pussed out and couldn't squeeze out another mile. I will be going to the gym tomorrow and waiting for the treadmill first, more than 1 mile is necessary.
102 Days until April 20th
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Weigh-In Update
I tipped the scales at 200.25 pounds on Monday evening.
Start Weight: 200.25 lbs
Current Weight: 200.25 lbs
Weight Lost: 0.00 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 28.25 lbs
Start Weight: 200.25 lbs
Current Weight: 200.25 lbs
Weight Lost: 0.00 lbs
Weight Left to Lose: 28.25 lbs
Tuesday (Day 2)
Yoplait Peach Yogurt - 2 points
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
WW (Weight Watchers) Smart Ones Enchilada + Rice Dinner - 6 points
Sausage and Mozzarella Lean Pocket - 6 points
1 Weight Watcher's Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 25 points (27 pts allowed)
I feel very focused thus far when it comes to food. You'll see some new items over the next few weeks as I am opting to shop at SuperTarget as opposed to my old standby of Costco. SuperTarget is going to give me more variety, which I think was becoming a problem in the latter half of '07.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .90 miles
Treadmill - Time: 8:43 Distance: 1.00 miles (WEAK!!!)
I had a work function to attend this evening so the workout was cut short. It is going to take 5 to 6 trips a week if I am serious about reaching 172 pounds.
I feel I am off to a good start, and I look forward the first step which is Sunday's weigh in. If I put in solid workouts on Wed, Thur, and Sat, I can probably shed 2 pound this week....maybe more?
103 Days until April 20th
Fruit and Nut Granola Bar - 3 points
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
WW (Weight Watchers) Smart Ones Enchilada + Rice Dinner - 6 points
Sausage and Mozzarella Lean Pocket - 6 points
1 Weight Watcher's Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 25 points (27 pts allowed)
I feel very focused thus far when it comes to food. You'll see some new items over the next few weeks as I am opting to shop at SuperTarget as opposed to my old standby of Costco. SuperTarget is going to give me more variety, which I think was becoming a problem in the latter half of '07.
What happened at the gym:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .90 miles
Treadmill - Time: 8:43 Distance: 1.00 miles (WEAK!!!)
I had a work function to attend this evening so the workout was cut short. It is going to take 5 to 6 trips a week if I am serious about reaching 172 pounds.
I feel I am off to a good start, and I look forward the first step which is Sunday's weigh in. If I put in solid workouts on Wed, Thur, and Sat, I can probably shed 2 pound this week....maybe more?
103 Days until April 20th
Monday, January 7, 2008
Monday (Day 1)
Like on "200 or Bust" I will be using Weight Watchers points to manage my food intake. I will log my points daily. At slightly over 200 pounds, I am allotted 27 points a day for food, this decreases to 25 points once I sink below 200 pounds. Here's is what I ate today:
2 Yoplait Peach Yogurts - 4 points (2 pts each)
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
9 vegetable rolls - 10 points
1 Weight Watcher's Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 22 points (27 pts allowed)
As far as eating goes, Day 1 was textbook, I stayed under on points, which is going to be critical. I did a good job of maintaining my weight for the latter half of 2007, but every time I tried to go beyond 200 pounds and lose more weight, I could not control the food.
Something new I will try on this blog is report what exactly I did at the gym each evening. Spelling out what I am doing will bring more accountability to my workout regimen. Here's what happened this evening:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .91 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:42 Distance: 2.00 miles
The key for the workout plan is to keep every run over 2 miles gradually building up my conditioning to run 5K on a daily basis (and hopefully building that to 10K in a few months). I will also build a better weight training regimen as well. There is great room for improvement on weights.
104 Days until April 20th
2 Yoplait Peach Yogurts - 4 points (2 pts each)
Progresso Chicken Soup - 4 points
Green Apple - 2 points
9 vegetable rolls - 10 points
1 Weight Watcher's Chocolate Bar - 2 points
Total - 22 points (27 pts allowed)
As far as eating goes, Day 1 was textbook, I stayed under on points, which is going to be critical. I did a good job of maintaining my weight for the latter half of 2007, but every time I tried to go beyond 200 pounds and lose more weight, I could not control the food.
Something new I will try on this blog is report what exactly I did at the gym each evening. Spelling out what I am doing will bring more accountability to my workout regimen. Here's what happened this evening:
Elliptical - Time: 6:00 Level: 6 Distance: .91 miles
Treadmill - Time: 17:42 Distance: 2.00 miles
The key for the workout plan is to keep every run over 2 miles gradually building up my conditioning to run 5K on a daily basis (and hopefully building that to 10K in a few months). I will also build a better weight training regimen as well. There is great room for improvement on weights.
104 Days until April 20th
Sunday, January 6, 2008
Time to finish the job, once and for all
Tonight I feel I have recaptured the motivation I had 17 months ago, I made many ill-fated attempts to finish this mission over the past couple months and they were down right embarrassments. This is going to be different, I have the hunger and the energy to make this happen.
The title of my last blog "200 or Bust" carried a significant meaning, that nothing but 200 pounds or less would be acceptable. I have chosen a new title for this blog, I'm calling it "172 Strong". What does it mean? I will not reveal that until I have reached my goal.
When will that goal be reached...........April 20, 2008!
It should take 16 weeks or about 105 Days to reach this goal.
I need to conduct a weigh-in tomorrow, I think I'm around 203 lbs., but ladies and gentlemen, I am back and ready to accomplish a more difficult challenge.
105 Days until April 20th
The title of my last blog "200 or Bust" carried a significant meaning, that nothing but 200 pounds or less would be acceptable. I have chosen a new title for this blog, I'm calling it "172 Strong". What does it mean? I will not reveal that until I have reached my goal.
When will that goal be reached...........April 20, 2008!
It should take 16 weeks or about 105 Days to reach this goal.
I need to conduct a weigh-in tomorrow, I think I'm around 203 lbs., but ladies and gentlemen, I am back and ready to accomplish a more difficult challenge.
105 Days until April 20th
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