Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Weigh In Wednesday


It's Wednesday, which means Weight Watchers and weigh in!

This week was tough for my on the psychological/emotional side of things. This made food choices difficult, and I didn't always make the best decision or really think about it I more went on my wants than my needs when it came to food. I know I promised myself to ask if "is it worth it" but really I didn't do that very often. 

Out enjoying my favourite trail, and it was warm enough to be out in a t-shirt!!!!


Also on the psychological side not only was food a tough thing for me but so was exercise, which normally isn't a problem. I had to force myself to either get out walking or get into the gym!  Saturday was a little easier because it was so nice out and I wanted to check out my beloved Beckwith Trail which is 5k round trip. Monday was just brutal, I almost always pack my gym bag and have it in the car unless I know I WON'T be going to the gym. I had my bag packed with intentions of going to the gym, when quitting time came around I really didn't want to go!  I made myself go. Normally once I'm there and I get going the endorphins kick in and I'm glad I went. Not this night, I found my 30 minutes on the bike just a drag, then as I hit the weight machine circuit, I just wanted to quit and go home. I honestly just wanted to cry I was so miserable during my workout. Somehow I touched it out, finished my 30 minute weight circuit and went home. Tuesday I wasn't much on the mood either but I went back into the gym for 30 minutes of cardio (all I have time for before going to my Dad's for dinner and I know something is better than nothing).  Today was a challenge as well, since it was too miserable and cold out to get on the trail I hit the treadmill, walking for 40 minutes. 


So this week has just been full of challenges, a constant inner struggle with myself on all fronts!  Somehow, despite all of this and those "female hormones" (oh joy) I had a great experience at the scale this week!  I've lost 1.4lbs which brings my total to 1.6 since I started blogging again!

I know this is going to be a long journey and hopefully each week will be another step in the right direction. 


For today's #100happydays one of the teachers at work treated me to a Peppermint hot Chocolate (I do not love coffee!!!!) from Starbucks. What made me even happier is as it was a grande and I didn't need one that big I was able to share it with a friend at work!  Nothing says happiness like sharing a treat with a friend, it makes them happy and it's the right choice when you're watching what you're eating!

6 comments:

blue star stitcher said...

1.6 pounds is still progress, and good job on getting to the gym even if you didn't want to be there, I know how hard those workouts are.

Jasmine said...

Great job on your loss!! I'm not a coffee drinker either, but I love me some starbucks chai tea!!!

Anonymous said...

Congrats on the weightloss.

I signed up for My Fitness Pal hoping it will make me more accountable on my weight logging.

I don't know why, but I have been craving sugar like nobody's business these last few weeks. When my dr. put me on new meds, I immediately starting gaining back and I need to put a STOP to it before I'm right back where I started.

Bonnie Brown said...

Congrats on your loss

Shebafudge said...

Woohoo...congratulations on your loss this week :)

Jo said...

It's great to see you back on here. I've done the same (but without the goal part). Lost 4 1/2 stone. Gained 3 stone. My trip to Canada meant I gained 8.5 lbs in 10 days (ouch!), so I'm back at it. I have tracked honestly every day so far this week... And not gone over the 49 yet. This is not an easy road for the food lovers out there, but I am sure we can both succeed