Weight Watchers 5K

Last night, Peyton and I joined about 500 other people and walked in the Weight Watchers 5K.  This was a national walk that WW was putting on and Greenville was one of five locations in the United States.  It was quite a priveledge to be a host city. 

Peyton and I did a combonation of running and walking in order to complete the 3.1 miles.  It was very hot and we not only ran on pavement but through the woods on a dirt trail, over a bridge, and on a rock path.  The terrain kept it interesting and we welcomed the shade of the woods!

I have two wonderful WW leaders and both were there cheering me on each time I pasted them.  They are great encouragors in the meetings and out and both are beautiful and inspriring. 

Peyton said that he wanted to do this every night!  I don't know about that but I do think I'll start taking him to the YMCA so we can run on their trail and work on our time. 

Thanks Peyton for being my partner in our first 5K.  I love you buddy!

The crowd...there was over 500 registered walkers! 

One of my beautiful leaders, Deb.

After the walk...Peyton enjoying a WW sweet and salty snack.  3 points plus.  They also provided lots of water, orange slices, and bananas along with a variety of WW snacks.

My other beautiful leader Sheri.  She's lost over 200+ pounds!  What an inspiration!

**UGH**

I dont' normally bear my soul on this blog.  I keep it for lighthearted, fun memory making moments. 

Not tonight. I have never been so frustrated!  I had an absolute meltdown tonight. 

So here I am.  Laying it all out.

I have lost 44.4 pounds since I started my weight loss journey in October.  *Yea!*  BUT I have only dropped 2 pant sizes .  It's been pretty upsetting since most people say that a 10 pound loss equates to a size.  NOT FOR ME!  I guess my body type (the unfortunate "apple" type) is more on the 20 pound to a size ratio. 

The more I got to thinking about this, the more I got to thinking...I haven't measured myself in about two months so I'll do that and see what my results are.  BAD IDEA!  I've lost everywhere EXCEPT my waist!  I measured the exact same as 2 months ago! Talk about devastating!  And heartbreaking! 

I was crying as feeling of rage, resentment, jealousy, and frustration totally took over my emotions.  I wanted to throw my hands up and scream!  Rage and frustration over the fact that I have followed the weight watcher plan and have been working out at least 4, 5, sometimes 6 times a week!  Working until I sweat...no less than that!  Jealous of all the "pear" shaped women in my life that I'm surrounded by daily..who can lose as little as 5 pounds and the world sees them "skinny" in spite of the big butt, belly, and thighs they carry around hidden under clothes since manufactures cater to the pear shape.  UGH! 

Poor Brian, had no idea what to say.  Not that it would matter.  This is MY issue.  MY battle. 

I WILL continue to fight! I will NOT give up!  Brian came to my side and hugged me...that was all I needed.  Just knowing that he knows how I feel and supports me no matter what.  It doesn't make it easier, but it does make it a bit more bearable. 

Tomorrow I will weigh in and forge ahead.  This is just another reminder, this journey is not only about diet and exercise but it's also about dealing with deep rooted emotions that seem to come to surface every once in awhile. 

Tomorrow is a new day...

Weight

I didn't have a big weight loss this week but I was very excited that the .8 pounds that I lost took me over the 40 pound mark to 40.2.  Whew who!  Now that's exciting!

Weigh In

I promise to post about something other than weight soon but this has been such an exciting journey that I just have to share. I hope to eventually post some before and present day pictures as well as my story from the beginnng. But for now, I'll update you with this... as of my weigh in today, I've lost a total of 35 pounds!

Last summer at the Y they took my measurements and he was graceous enough to email me that information yesterday. I plan to get Brian to measure me this weekend so that I can report those results as well. Because in the end...I don't care how much I weigh I just want a healthy BMI and a healthy heart.

I promise that my next post will include pictures and normal family activities! We have Peyton's birthday and a cruise coming up!....

Valentine Weigh In

It's Valentines week and I wasn't feeling so great about a weigh in. However, I've been keeping up with my points journal and working out pretty regularly. I got a very good surprise on Friday when I did step on that scale. Another 2 pound loss! I've lost a total of 33.2 pounds! Yippee! I also recieved my 16 week stay and succeed charm. I actually should have received it last week but I didn't get to celebrate b/c the school had called to let me know that Peyton wasn't feeling well. I love celebrations! I love visual reminders that I am succeeding and getting closer and closer to my goals. Every sticker and every charm reminds me that I'm one step closer...not to mention that my clothes are getting baggier and baggier. My next big goal is celebrating 45 pounds down. Because that means that I'm half way there.....stay tuned....

Weight Update

I know I have a lot of posting to do...holiday happenings and lots of pictures. But I wanted to give my weigh in update...I'm down 24 pounds! I made my goal of 20 pounds by New Year...Yea for me!!!!!!! :)

Weigh In

I went to my weight watcher meeting today...yes...I know it's the day after Thanksgiving...call me crazy! I was expecting a one pound loss. After all, I had healthy dishes yesterday and didn't hardly snack at all.

Oh my goodness!!!
I dropped 3.6 pounds!

I have to admit...I'm pretty proud of myself. That's a great kickoff to the holiday season...get behind me you upcoming cookies! Like I posted yesterday, I wanted to lose 20 pounds before the first of the year. Today's loss brings me to a total of 18.4! Whew who!

Any of you other crazy birds dieting during the holiday season?

Thanksgiving Dinner

Thanksgiving dinner is just the best isn't it? I love talking with different people about their traditions and the dishes they have at certain holidays. This year, I have been doing Weight Watchers for about 5 weeks so I knew that Thanksgiving would be a challenge but what I love about Weight Watchers is it's flexibility. I had everything I wanted today and it was all "allowed". It is simply a matter of portion control. My mom made a delicious ham and chicken and dumplings (which I had after I took this picture) and I made two side vegetable dishes that were a hit as well. Roasted butternut squash with sage and orange zest and roasted green beans with garlic and basil. They were both full of flavor and just down right healthy. It was a nice break from the heavy casseroles that we typically have. I ate a small piece of pumpkin pie totally guilt free. To date I have lost 15 pounds. Tomorrow is my weigh in day so I'll keep you posted on how it goes. I want to lose 20 before New Years so I'll keep you posted on that as well.

This year we missed spending time with Sidney, he was sick, and Eric and Lisa who were with other family members. Sidney's girlfriend Danielle came over for a bit with her daughter Naomi. It was great having all the kids there playing and making all kinds of noise! I can't wait for Christmas! It's right around the corner now!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Love ya!