Rockin' Body

As soon as I got back from running around the lake. The mailman dropped off a package for me. I wasn't sure what video it was but I was excited to see it was my new Shaun T. workout video.

I really wasn't tired at all from my four mile run. I really took it way too slow. I really need a running buddy again. I can't seem to push myself hard enough by myself. Anyone want to be my running friend?

Well, I pop in the new dvd...it was very interesting. This video is set up to be like attending a live concert. I wasn't sure how I would feel about it. It had a very different feel to it compared to hip hop abs.

It turned out to be a killer workout. My abs were burning the whole time. I thought I was going to die halfway thru the video. This workout is way harder than hip hop abs. I wouldn't recommend jumping into rockin body without completing hip hop abs.

Overall, I was sweating more in this video than I did running for an hour outside. I can't wait to do it again. Shaun T.'s enegry is AWESOME!!!!! The music is really good and the workout goes by super fast.

Back To My Old Self

No Foot Pain

2 times around Lake Bella Vista,

Plus I went down that side path,

I'm not sure how many miles I did but I'm sure it was

close to 4 miles or more!

Back to My old self...

Also, I'm going to run six miles tomorrow.

I want to ring in the new year by running 10 miles.

Results!

Tonight, Leroy said he could see the top part of my abs really good. I ran to the mirror to check it out. I have the top part of a six part showing!!!!!! Eight weeks of hard work is starting to pay off. If I could just get rid of the excess skin. It's okay it's going to happen.

Too funny...

Today, I did the silliest thing ever. While passing out marshmallows to the kids to put into their hot cocoa drinks. I managed to put a whole handful of marshmallows into my mouth without realizing it. I hate when I do things like that wonder how I got fat in the first place. It had nothing to do with being pregnant but mindlessly over eating.

Day Three

I really want a piece of TOFFEE!



I'm holding strong...but the stupid bag is calling my name.



It's on top of the fridge.



Still holding strong.



Tempation.



It's hard...say'n a prayer to be strong.

Dreadmill

I started off wanting to workout to hip hop abs but discovered that the dvd player wasn't hookup to the tv. Don't you hate when your plans get mess up. So, the only other option was to run on the dreadmill. I decided to run for one full hour. The most I have ran on the treadmill is 3 miles at a time. Well, I'm proud to say I managed to make it to 4.5 miles in one hour. I decided to jump up the speed to 7 and managed to finish up five miles in under 64 minutes. I ended up averaging about 12:00 pace. The foot feels okay at the moment. I'm sure it will be giving me trouble my the end of the day. It felt good to be running again. I'm now thinking about running this Saturday outside for a nice long run. I just hope the weather isn't too nasty outside. Anyone want to run with me?

Day 2: No Sugar Challenge

I'm happy to report that I managed to lose 1.5 lbs in one day. Oh, I can't wait. I'm almost to my one year anniversity of my weight loss journey. I have about 10 days to reach my weight loss goal. I still can't believe it. It's been a great year.

Day One

The first day of the challenge is coming to an end.

Here's my food journal:

Fruit smoothie

A bowl of oatmeal

Maria's for lunch...I did pretty good I ordered grilled chicken breast with mexican rice. I probably had way too many chips with salsa.

A couple of sliced Cucumbers

Fish, broccoli, and spinach salad with a little bit of dressing.

Peach yogurt

I managed to avoid sugar...it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. I'm not sure how tomorrow will go but I'm going to keep working hard at it. I'm hoping to lose one or two pounds this week.

Also, I workout to hiphop abs total burn video and I ran on the treadmill for 30 minutes. I figured I burned close to 500 calories.

No Sugar Challenge

Christmas is over...Time to lose all that holiday weight gained over Christmas. I know that New Years Eve is coming up but I don't drink or party. So, that's not going to be an issue for me.

This week...of trying to lose the weight.

If you're like me...you have been binging on all those sugary treats and sweets. The first step will be to start to detox your body from all the sugar.

I thinking this wouldn't be too difficult. I have been eating so much Christmas candies and sweets. I'm almost sick of it all.

So, the frist step would be to remove all the temptations from the house. I will be getting rid of the Gingerbread house and all other sweets. I had Leroy put up all the Hawaiian Sun up high in the closet that way it wouldn't be a temptation.

I will try to go for the next six days without SUGAR. I will give myself one free day which will be SUNDAY but that doesn't mean I can binge on sweets either. Okay, I don't want to deprive myself but I don't want to go crazy either. Extremes are not healthy.

Okay, I will be posting every evening on how well I'm doing on the Sugar Challenge.

If you have a slip up, its okay but don't binge. Don't throw in the towel and decided to eat the whole bag of m & m's. Okay,if you get a craving try to drink at least 8 oz of water, read a book, or move away from the kitchen. Also, you could try to eat things that are naturally sweet like grapes or an apple with some peanut butter.

This will take some will power but it should get easier with time.

A Brand New Start

The new year is almost here. It's that time again...to plan my goals for the new year.



Well, I decided to try two new work out programs. I went ahead and order rock'n body by Shaun T. I'm not sure how much I will like these videos because it's more danced based. Dancing isn't my strong skills aren't the greatest but I know I will be sweat'n a ton so that's okay.



The second program I'm excited about starting up is Brazil Butt Lift. I'm really happy with my abs at the moment but working on my lower rear will be a good thing. After having three kids...I really could use some help in that area.

I'm hoping to start BBL program next week if it comes in the mail in time.

Also, it was really hard to get the results I wanted with hip hop abs due to over eating and eating all the wrong things over the holidays. I'm going to have be really good with my diet in order to get a good results. If you don't have the nutrition part down than you just won't get the results you want.

I started up running again on my treadmill. I did managed to run on the treadmill three times going 3 miles each time. I'm still experiencing a ton of pain in my right foot. I'm not sure about running a half marathon in March.

So, instead of running...I'm going to be focusing on my workout videos.

Maybe...I need to have the doctor look at my foot again.

Oh, also...I only have one more week left on hip hop abs. I still can't believe I'm about to start on week eight. Where did all the time go?

Also, I'm going to start this week eating a clean diet. Lots of fresh fruits and veggies.

I'm going to start my no sugar challenge as well. I'm sure I can keep this up.

New weight loss goal...I want to lose 5 pounds in five weeks. So, all I need to focus on is losing one pound each week. Should be a piece of cake. I just need to kick the sugar habit, eat as clean as possible, and watch my portion sizes...oh one more thing...I really need to stop eating after 7:00pm.

Okay...let's get started!

The Night Before Christmas...

I just wanted to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. It looks like we will be having a white Christmas. This will be the first time in almost 9 years we have had a white christmas. I'm not sure if it will last long...I hope not. My neighbor is trying to move tomorrow on Christmas Day. They might have to wait a day...It's hard trying to get up and down these hills in Bella Vista when it's snowing outside.

Also, new challenge. I'm not going to step on the scale until Monday morning. I'm eating a ton of homemade treats and I'm just going to enjoy myself. If I ended up gaining a few pounds. It wouldn't be the end of the world. I can work extra hard and take off the weight.

So, I hope everyone has a nice xmas.

Christmas Eve

Happy to report...I lost two pounds. I weighed 131 yesterday...today I'm down to 129! I thought for sure I gained more weight...I ended up eating like crap. I had so much dinner...I was losing sleep over it. My hard work is paying off today. I'm going to be doing only one workout video...total body burn.

I have to make Sour Cream Twist, Toffee, Cashew crunch, and Christmas Eve Ham Dinner. Oh, it's going to be bad weekend.

I'm going to try hard not to stress out. I know for a fact...I can take off the weight.

Oh, no!

I managed to gain another pound...I hate the holidays.

I'm trying hard not to freak out.

I know I can take off the weight. The goal this week is not to gain anymore weight.

Not sure if I will be successful.

Making Sour Cream Twist tomorrow.

Oh, boy...I think I'm going to be depressed.

Okay, I'm off to do Hip Hop Abs. Need to burn lots of calories...

Yikes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What started off as a good morning has turned into a complete nightmare...I managed to get in two workouts which was good. I managed to do the cardio burn 2 video and run on my treadmill.

Good thing...burned close to 500 calories

Bad Thing...My foot is killing me...I think my running career is over. The first time I have been running this whole month. Thinking my arch in my foot would be feeling better but it's worse.

Also, I asked landon to get off the computer so I could write up this post. Well, he was mad at me. He ran off to the kitchen and slammed a kicten cabinet which is now completely broken. I swear...I could kill him right now. Custom made cabinets can't be easily replaced.

We really want to get a bigger house but forgot it. I'm so sick and tired of the kids ruining the house.

So, now my day is a complete crap...I'm suppose to go out tonight for a girl's night out but I'm not sure now....OMGosh...I swear this day better get better.

What was I thinking?

Hello, I decided this morning to weigh myself and discovered I gained two pounds over the weekend. What!!!!! We managed to go out to eat at a Mexican restaurant. I wouldn't lie...I stuffed myself. Oh, ya...I stuffed myself at dinner last night as well. What was I thinking about trying to lose weight over the holidays. So, I'm back to 130 pounds. Darn't it. I'm so man at myself...so, what did I just do eat a ton of homemade toffee. I swear...I'm going to have to hit the treadmill later on today. I need to burn some serious calories.

Favorite Actress...

Let me preface by saying I'm not a huge movie buff. Leroy and I went on a date last night to the movies. I saw a preview for a new movie coming out about Sherlock Holmes which has my favorite actress. I first saw her in the Notebook...I love this girl. I really like her alot becuase we're the same age and she's so stink'n cute. So, can you guess who I'm talk'n about? Well, here are the pictures...

Look at her cute body...I hope someday I can look just as cute!

Racheal McAdams!!!!!!

Okay, you probably I have completely lost my mind but I just had to get this off my chest. I really love her as an actress and she's just so stink'n cute. I love some of her past roles.

exciting news

Well. we went out on a date tonight. We decided after dinner to stop by Kohls. Several pairs of my jeans are starting to get holes in the knees. I decided to head over to the women's dept and try on some new jeans. I was just about to grab size six jeans but decided at the last minute to try on size four. Well, I was suprised to be able to put them on with no problems. Now, let me explain...I already own a size four in low rise jeans from Gap. They are tight because they fit around my hips but I can fit into them. I decided to try on mid-rise jeans size four and I could zip them right up with no problems. I'm so excited to announced I'm official in size four jeans. Yippee!!!!!

update

meaurement:

It's important to make sure to measure your body...sometimes you don't lose weight but inches. I managed to lose another half inch off my waist line.

My pair of size four jeans fit but are still super tight. If I could lose another inch off my waist that should help the tightness.

Game Plan

While at Logan's preschool xmas party...I was informed of a half marathon race in Bentonville on March 13th. The mom I was talking said a group of moms from the preschool were getting together to run the race together. Yes, this is the moviation I need to get my butt moving again. I'm thinking once xmas is over...it's back to falling a training schedule...so, if you want to join us...just let me know. I'm thinking we might try to meet up during the week and run around lake bella vista while the kids are in school. Anyways...I'm excited. I really need my girl time and me time all at the same time. It's always more fun to run with friends than by yourself.

Week 6

One of my goals is to reach 125 pounds. I'm only a few pounds away from reaching my goal. I weighed myself this morning...I'm currently at 128.5 pounds. Yippee! My weight keeps flucating between 128 to 130. It's very fustrasting. I'm thinking about going back to calorie count com. I used it a lot earlier this year when I was trying to lose weight. A couple of months ago, I was down to 126 but I was running a lot burning a ton of calories. I'm thinking once, xmas is over...I'm going to start running again. If I can watch my food intake...I could drop a couple more pounds but I do like to eat. Oh, the drama.

I just checked with calorie count and this is what said about my calorie intake:

Results

You should consume about 1,708 calories a day to reach your goal weight of 125 lbs by January 29, 2010.Experts recommend weight loss at the rate of 0.5-2 lbs/week. Remember that this estimate is based on your body weight, height, age, gender, and activity level. It may vary slightly depending on other factors.Generally, women should not consume any less than 1,200 calories per day, and men should not consume less than 1,500 calories per day.

Well, looks like I can still eat quite a bit of food...so to starv'n myself. I just need to focus on eating less sweets and more fruit and veggies.

Okay, here's the pictures...from week four...not look'n too bad.

Week Four

Sorry, about the bad pictures...Logan is my little photographer. I'm not seeing to much of a difference. I'm thinking my sides are looking a lot better but I still have that mommy belly.

Excess skin gotta love it!

Week 6...Still look'n good.

Okay, Level 2 of Hip Hop Abs is super hard...I'm still struggling trying to learn all the new dance moves. I'm thinking about repeating level 2 30 day challenge. It's going to take more than eight weeks to get my six pack.

Nutrition

I decided to start cutting back on all the sweets and guess what I'm already starting to feel a ton better. Remember when your feel'n sluggish and down. Look at what you're eating. Fueling ones body can make the world of difference. I'm back to drinking my fruit smoothie shakes, eating baby spinach, and lots of veggies. Your body wants the good stuff straight from the earth. Not that overly process junk sold on every corner. I'm also drinking more water...hydration is also key.

What's miss'n in my life...

running!

I haven't been running for a couple of weeks. I didn't miss it at first but lately I have been really wanting to get into it. I'm still lov'n my new workout videos but it's not the same as running. At least at running, I have no distractions which means not having to stop to take care of the kids. I really miss the destressing factor of running. The best thing about running is "me time" and not feel'n getting for taking the time to run. The biggest issue is my stupid arch in my right foot. It's still giving me a ton of problems. I'm thinking I might need to start taping it up or see a doctor. I went from being burnt out on running to starting to miss'n it. I'm pretty sure I would be yelling less at the kids and enjoying the holidays a little bit better. Kinda like miss'n an old friend. Oh, well...I made a ton of xmas candies. The kids managed to trash the house again. I really need to hire a maid and nanny.

gotta run...

Feel'n bloated...

I'm feel'n not so hot about myself. Due to all the stress from getting ready for the holidays. I decided to focus on hip hop abs and drop all of my other workout programs. I'm eating a ton of sugar treats and I'm not feel'n so hot anymore. After christmas, I'm going to be hitting it super hard again. Tell me, I'm not the only one feel'n this way.

Merry Christmas

A huge improvement over last year's Christmas pictures! I'm look'n real good this year! I just hope next year is even better!

Strange and Funny things...

Due to being super busy with the holidays. I decided to cut back big time on my exercise routine. No more running, no more lifting weight, and no more Chalean. I'm just focusing on Hip Hop Abs. I come to realize that its a hard balance between having "me time" and "family time". I'm hoping once the holidays die down. I might be able to start up again with running or maybe not. Running outside in freezing cold weather doesn't seem to interest me at all.

Well, I had been struggling with losing a few pounds. I kept gaining and losing weight. I really didn't know what was going on. Well, I decided to cut out all the extra exercises and the weight is coming off.

I'm not eating great at the moment but not to bad. I think my biggest issue with working out some much. I felt so hungry all the time. Almost like the more calories I burned the more I wanted to consume.

So, far I have managed to lose two pounds and keep it off.

The abs are looking really good.

I started Level 2 of the program. I'm lov'n the new burn cardio cd. I felt like I burned close to 500 calories alone. The only bad thing about it is trying to learn all the new moves. I'm not a dancer so it takes time but it's not boring at all.

I can't wait to finish level 2 and move on to rock'n body!

Total Body Transformation!

I completely decided to change my life after seeing these christmas pictures. It's very painful to see how bad I let myself go after having three kids. I decided after seeing these pictures to start working out and getting in shape. I still can't believe it. I seem like a totally different person back than. I'm so much stronger and okay with myself now.

2008 Christmas

(Me and my sisters)

(My family)

I'm wearing the same sweater in all of these pictures!

Christmas 2009

Old Abs

Total body transformation...No gym, No Trainer, and No weightloss food products.

Just running with friends and working out to my videos in my living room.

Never dieted before...I didn't even know what a calorie was before this year.

Went from completely clueless to an fitness expert. Okay, maybe not an expert.

Lots of will-power and pushing myself.

Taking control of myself and my life.

Anything is possible!

Before Abs

New Abs

I have four weeks left with Hip Hop Abs...I'm going to try his next set of videos! I can't wait. Motivation!

Hip Hop Abs

Holy Cow...look at my abs. This is from week four! Just look down to the next picture which is from week one. My abs are tighter, defined, and I can feel the muscle everywhere. The only thing that needs to go is all of the excess skin from having three babies. I'm so excited. Also, last week I measured at 31" waist and I'm proud to annouced I'm down on inche. My waist measurement is 30"! Yahoo...I love Shuan T.

Week One