End of week one Round 2

So I officially completed the first week of round 2.  Overall I did fairly well.  I wasn't as prepared as I would have liked to be so my goal this week is to be more prepared and prepped ahead of time, so far so good for that one.  I had a serious migraine this weekend so I didn't eat much and what I did eat I will admit wasn't the best.  I did manage to do the workouts each day which is much better than I did last time.  My measurements were pretty good this week and I am very happy with them.  I was also able to fit into shorts that I hadn't been able to wear for two years and that felt amazing.


Here are my results after week one:

	Starting	End of week 1
Chest	44	42.5
R Arm	16.5	16.5
L Arm	16.5	16.5
Waist	46.5	46
Hips	51.5	50
R Thigh	26	24.5
L Thigh	26	24.5
Weight	253.5	251

Round two of the 21 day fix

My results on the first round were better than I could have ever hoped for both physically and mentally.  I am now going to start another round as I need to get back on track.  I was able to maintain my weight while not on the program so that tells me that I have learned a lot from the program about food and my body.  I will update with new measurements after the first week is done.  So far I am on Day 3 and feel amazing.


Here are my starting measurements:

	Starting
Chest	44
R Arm	16.5
L Am	16.5
Waist	46.5
Hips	51.5
R Thigh	26
L Thigh	26
Weight	253.5

21 day fix week 3 and final totals

Alright so I just completed the 21 day fix.  This has by far been one of the best things I have ever done.  I cannot believe how quick it went, how easy it was for me to adjust, and how much fun I had doing it.  I highly recommend this program to everyone, whether you need to lose weight or just want to get healthier, this is the program to do. 


Week Two:
Weight: 258
Hips: 50
Waist: 48
Chest: 45
Right Arm: 17
Left Arm: 17
Right Thigh: 27.25
Left Thigh: 27.25

Week Three results:
Weight: 257
Waist: 45.5
Hips: 49.5
Chest: 45
Right Thigh: 27
Left Thigh: 27
Right Arm: 16
Left Arm: 16.5

As you can see I lost some more inches, not a whole lot more weight though, which is okay with me because I know that weight will fall off eventually.  I did forget to measure my chest this am so I will have to update with that result tomorrow.  Mentally I have been feeling amazing and so much more confident.  I can wear clothes that I couldnt fit into this time last year and it feels amazing.

Final Results after 21 Days.

Total Weight lost: 6.5lbs
Total Waist lost: 8.5 inches
Total Hips lost: 2 inches
Total Chest lost: 2 inches
Total R thigh lost: 3 inches
Total L thigh lost: 4 inches
Total R arm lost: 1 inch
Total L arm lost: .5 inchest

Total inches lost: 21 inches

I cannot reiterate what an amazing journey this has been and what a difference I see in myself. I have learned so much about myself, food, health, and fitness. I will be continuing this journey for the rest of my life. If you would like to join me please let me know. I will be becoming a coach in July when I get back from Cancun. I encourage you all to take this time and think it through and get yourself ready.

The 21 day Fix Week 2

Well I made it through week 2 on the 21 day fix.  This week I was more committed to the workouts than I was previously.  I followed my meal plan, but didn't quite get all the food in each day as sometimes it was just too much.  Are we ready for week 2 stats?

Week One:

Physical

Weight: 262.5
Hips: 51
Waist: 53.5
Chest: 46.5
Right Arm: 17
Left Arm: 17
Right Thigh: 30
Left Thigh: 31

Mental

I am so happy, I have a ton of energy (even got out in the garden and weeded the whole thing), I have a hard time sitting still on the couch now, and feel like I am able to keep up with my son more as well. 

Week Two:

Weight: 258
Hips: 50
Waist: 48
Chest: 45
Right Arm: 17
Left Arm: 17
Right Thigh: 27.25
Left Thigh: 27.25

Mental

I feel unstoppable and more motivated than I have ever been.  I love this program and Autumn keeps me motivated.  When I think of cheating or an tempted I can hear her voice in my head, "when you cheat the only person you are cheating is yourself."

I think this week was a huge physical week for me.  I can tell that I have committed more to the workouts and it hurts so good! For anyone looking to start getting your life on a healthier track I definitely recommend this program.

the 21 day fix week 1

So as most of you know and for those who don't I started the 21 day fix with Shakeology challenge about a week ago.  I was really nervous to start this as I have been so out of shape for so long I didn't think I could do the workouts.  I was also afraid of the food.  That's right I was afraid to eat healthy.  I know that sounds silly, but I didn't know that I was doing and walking in the dark is always a scary trek.  However I decided to take the leap and do the challenge.

So here we are a week later and I am still alive.  I have survived the first week and in my opinion the hardest week.  Making these changes and adjustments to my lifestyle has been far from easy.  I can honestly say this has been the best thing I have ever done.  It took me a  long time to make this change because I had to wait until I was ready and I had to make sure I was doing it for myself and my son, as doing it for anyone was never works, it's not the same kind of motivation.

There are temptations all around me, but one thing that I have learned over this past week is that they are all mental.  I don't crave the back foods or the fast food, it is a mental state.  My body and my mind are so much happier with this new lifestyle that I have chosen.

My Starting Stats:

Ground Zero:

Physical

Weight: 263.5
Hips: 51.5
Waist: 54
Chest: 47
Right Arm: 17
Left Arm: 17
Right Thigh: 30
Left Thigh: 31

Mental

I was depressed, no energy, no motivation, 100% lazy

Week One:

Physical

Weight: 262.5
Hips: 51
Waist: 53.5
Chest: 46.5
Right Arm: 17
Left Arm: 17
Right Thigh: 30
Left Thigh: 31

Mental

I am so happy, I have a ton of energy (even got out in the garden and weeded the whole thing), I have a hard time sitting still on the couch now, and feel like I am able to keep up with my son more as well. 

Physically week one may not have been huge, but I am happy with the mental aspect if it.  I feel so determined and with each milestone completed I feel so much more confident.  I have learned so much about food and how to prepare it over the past week and am so happy that I have to motivation to do the workouts now.  These are things that will stay with me for a lifetime and I am so happy I decided to take this leap.

checking in

So I has intended to update my blog once a week, clearly that is not happening.  Life has been a little hectic lately with schedule changes at work, meaning more money in daycare and less coming in (losing 10% shift differential), I have also been coaching my sons soccer team, and he has started baseball as well.  Needless to say we have been extremely busy. 
Currently I have continued with my healthier eating, I have been using milk in my coffee instead of creamer, I have also cut down on the amount of coffee I drink.  It used to be 1-2 cups a day and now it's more like 3-4 cups a week.  I have stocked my house with fruit and whenever i get a sweet tooth i much on fruit instead of junk.
I have started taking truvision to try it out, so far i have lost three pounds after three days and I was able to fit into a pair of shorts for the first time in two years.
This has been a long process, but I am starting to see results and I am so happy with myself.  I have more energy, more self confidence, and a better attitude.  I want to thank you all for coming on this journey with me!  Don't worry it is far from over.  I am still looking for healthy recipe ideas so if you have any please let me know! :)

Getting Caught up in Life

Over the past few days I have come to the realization that I am one of those people that gets caught up in life very easily.  This effects me in so many ways.  It effects my health because I am "too" busy to think about what I am eating and drinking, this effects me financially as I tend to just spend money on things and stuff that is not needed, and it effects my mental well being because I tend to stress out over every little scheduling issue that I have and will sit here and rework it over and over until I am completely stressed out and it is all I can think about.
With all of that being said I am setting some goals for myself:

• each day I will take at least 10 minutes to myself and clear my mind
• I will try to not worry about things that I have no control over
• I will start becoming more conscious of my spending habits
• I will pay off both of my credit cards
• I will pay off the last collections items that I have
• I will pay of my medical bill

I believe that with these goals I can succeed in a healthier lifestyle and change for the better.  I have been working really hard on changing to healthier eating habits, becoming more active, and working on my mental and financial health.  These goals will serve as stepping stones along my path.