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September 18, 2008, 2:08 am PDT
No Excuses Workout Tips…
Quote From: ninjaroobeachyI'm so ready to lose the weight, but am finding it hard to make the changes necessary. I know I can do it because in January, I joined a 12 week healthy habits program at the Y. I lost 14 pounds, gained 2% muscle, and lost 5% body fat...something like that...but I was feeling soooooo good! My confidence soared, my energy soared, I got off of my blood pressure medication. I felt like I was beginning to feel that my body was matching what I felt on the inside. And I was very good at watching my food intake. I cut out all the junk and had no cravings for it. I was able to exhibit control over food...for example, if I had to have a soda, I'd pour a bit into my child's cup, and that was it. I was satisfied and the soda would last me almost a week!!! Well now, here it is Sepetmber, and I haven't been to the gym in 4 months. At a recent doctor appointment, I had put on 17 pounds, and am back on the HBP medication. My clothes are fitting crummy. I had given away the bigger sizes earlier this year, and HAD to buy smaller ones!! Unfortunately, I cannot fit into them now and that's all I've got to wear. I love going to the Y and working out. As a single mom, it is what keeps me grounded. I'm a better mom and better able to cope when I get to work out. My elderly father has been living with us since April. I'm taking care of him, and getting him healthy, then he goes back home. Why am I having such a hard time these past 4 months? I miss going to the Y, and I am so anxious because I haven't worked out. I feel guilty if I leave the kids and my dad so I can go exercise. Why am I not able to exert the control over the food? I'm not hungry, but I sure will cram 3 doughnuts down for no reason. My mantra is " I want to be a hot mamma...not a fat mamma." Any encouragement or advice? I know I can look good, and I liked the way my body was changing. I just need to get my mind set back, and honestly make my health a priority. HELP! This is so me. I have lost 70 pounds in the last year but the last 2 months I just can't get back with it. I went to the "Y" for the first last night and it felt great. My weight is 254 so I have a LONG way to go but I know I have to do it for myself and my child. My dad died 1 and an half years ago at the age of 58, my Grandpa died at 59 and my Aunt died around 40 years of age. So I know it is up to me to stop this "FAT" chain in my family. Thank's so much for sharing I could see so much in your story. Keep up the good work I know you can do it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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