Let me pick this back up by saying that I did start on my new diet on Monday. I had a shake for breakfast, a protein bar for am snack, another shake around lunch time, another protein bar for afternoon snack and a dinner that conisisted of a lean protein and vegetables. On Monday, I had a total of 970 calories and on Tuesday I had about 1010. On Tuesday night, I was starving. I also had 92 ounces of liquid. Also during lunch time, I've been walking around going up stairs and such which was roughly 1/2 mile. On Monday I walked a mile on the treadmill and on Tuesday, I went to water aerobics. I love water aerobics.
This morning was my appointment with the dietician, exercise specialist, and psychologist. The absolute first thing that we did was I weighed in. I lost 1.7 pounds (mind you, I didn't start this until Monday). It's not much, but I'll take it!
First was diet. She asked about my eating habits and food preferences. We all know that I have some very bad eating habits; however, her biggest concerns are that I am skipping meals and not getting enough liquid. While she loved my enthisium, she said I over did it on the calorie cutting. She gave me a new diet plan to stick to. It includes a shake for breakfast, protein bar for snack, lean protein and veggies for lunch, protein bar for snack, lean protein and veggies for lunch, and if I feel I am still hungry at night I can have another shake or I can sugar free jello or a sugar free popsicle. No starchy veggies, no starches, no fruit. It will be hard at time, but, I can do this.
Next was excercise. He was pretty impressed with what I've done so far and wants me to keep it up. He does want me to watch my intensity. It's not about intensity: it's about consisentcy. Fat burn actually happens in zone 1 of heart rate. I should be keeping my heart rate between 115-124. It's hard because I feel that I'm not pushing myself at that rate. But, I'm going to keep trying. I also have to do some stretching every day. He suggested that I take two tests. One shows my metabolic rate. The other is an actual physical test that shows where my fat burn is happening. So, I'm going to give this month a try with the diet and excerise and see where I am.
Finally, was psychology. I was nervous and not looking forward to this. As a psychology minor, I imagined every kind of test possible that could be done. You have to pass psychology to get the surgery because there are many different issues that can prevent you from being a success. Before I had my visit with the doctor, I had to complete an 18 page questionnaire about different aspects of my life. He came in and started asking me questions about my support system (which includes of you since you all are so supportive), my childhood, my marriage, my job, my school and my goals. Dr. Keller really made me feel good about myself. He told me that I am the perfect patient for this surgery. He said with because I am self-reliant and self-disciplined that he can tell that I am a go-getter and set out to accomplish what I am doing. He can tell that I am hard worker and what is really important to me. It has been really easy in this infertility thing to lose sight of my strength and good qualities. I know you all tell me this all the time because it felt a little more real knowing someone that I just met recognized it. His only concern is that because I am so Type A and goal minded, that I can take the surgery restrictions too far. I can cut too many calories (obviously, I was already told that I did that) or excercise too much which can be bad because then your body thinks you are starving it and starts storing because it's not sure when you'll feed it again. I just have to be careful and follow the diet as planned not to maximize the weight loss. With the goal of a baby in sight, I have a strong enough goal to help keep that in perspective. He said that the Weight Loss Surgery (WLS) is not about weight loss. While the weight loss will be dramactic and worth celebrating, I really need to focus on the metabolism recharging which will help keep the weight off for good and keep me healthy.
So, it was a good day and I walked away with a different perspective on the whole WLS thing and a recharged self-confidence in myself. I go back on the 21st of November so be praying for me as I dig into this pre-op diet to lose my 10%. I almost have 2 pounds off of that so celebrate that with me!
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Friday, October 25, 2013
Moments with the Mullers: Newbie at the Support Group
Moments with the Mullers: Newbie at the Support Group: This week was my first support group. I was a little nervous and was majorly dreading it. After Group Processes and Practices class semester...
Newbie at the Support Group
This week was my first support group. I was a little nervous and was majorly dreading it. After Group Processes and Practices class semester, I found a new-found disdain for group therapy. I'm not saying that it's not effective and not helpful because group therapy is probably one of the most successful therapies for many diagnoses. It's not just my bag...I need to be comfortable with someone before I share intimate details with people face to face. It was a new experience and I defintely learned some things not only about the group therapy process but about myself.
Anywho, Support Group was not like group class. I learned some things and came back inspired. First, we heard from a guest speaker who talked to use about B12. I did not know that once I have the surgery that my body will no longer be able to absorb B12 through the stomach by ingesting food or supplements. I will either have to have the shot or what he recommends is a mister. I'm fairly certain that I will choose the mister based on price and ease of use. I'm not big on shots.
Next, the facilitator shared information about Halloween candy that is quite the eye opener. The fattiest sugariest candy out there for Halloween is Twix. Because of the extra carbs from the cookie, it makes it the worst. I guessed Reese's but alas I was wrong. He opened up the floor for people who have had surgery to talk about Halloween and the impact that the holiday has on you after surgery. Most of the people in there stated that they stay far far far away from any sugar because of the sickness and such that comes from eating it and there were a few that can not resist certain items. There were some good ideas about how to keep on track during this holiday. One was to hand out pretzels or popcorn. Another idea is to hand out stickers, rulers, and my favorite idea is glow sticks. I may even start this year. Glow sticks are at the dollar tree and kids will LOVE them!
Then, he opened up the floor for updates for those who have had the surgery. There were several that were within 1 month to 1 year out each with his or her individual success. There really didn't seem to be any co-relations between any different items. One woman had surgery in August and had a pre-surgery loss of 42 and a total weight loss of 123 as of yesterday. To me, that is amazing! But my favorite story was a woman who had a pre-surgery loss of 64 pounds and another loss of 296 pounds! She's four years out and just had plastic surgery to remove another 20 pounds of skin! These are the stories we newbies need to hear. This encouragment and you can do it attitude is never more exemplified than by people who have done it/doing it. I loved this story and felt in my being that I have made the right decision because of the people around me during that meeting.
I can honestly say now that I see why they make you go. It's not to have you sit around to hear the sob stories of all those in the group. It's so that you can get all of your fears calmed, questions asked, and support from people who have been there, done that and I like that.
After group, it was almost 8:00pm and we had to drive the long stretch home from Edmond to McAlester. It's not exciting and thankfully I had the sense to download Django before we left so I could keep awake. We stopped at one my favorite restaurants (Cracker Barrel) and had a nice meal. I had grilled chicken which was a good choice; however, I did have mashed potatoes and gravy and hashbrown casserole. I don't feel bad about it. It's my goodbye to bad choices. I gave up pop, I can do this.
So for now, I'm going to enjoy my weekend and enjoy food and have a food funeral weekend. Starting Monday, it's Regime Change in the Muller household that includes 96oz of water, maybe some Powerade Zero, protein shakes, protein bars, lean protein and vegetables. Also, I'm going to walk a little on my lunch so that I'm not missing food at the time because I'm up moving around. It's time to start working on this 10%.
Next week, look forward to hearing about my psych visit, dietician and the plan for me, as well as the excercise plan for me. It's going to be a long hard road, but worth it in the end.
Thanks for listening! Love to hear your encouragment and prayers!
Anywho, Support Group was not like group class. I learned some things and came back inspired. First, we heard from a guest speaker who talked to use about B12. I did not know that once I have the surgery that my body will no longer be able to absorb B12 through the stomach by ingesting food or supplements. I will either have to have the shot or what he recommends is a mister. I'm fairly certain that I will choose the mister based on price and ease of use. I'm not big on shots.
Next, the facilitator shared information about Halloween candy that is quite the eye opener. The fattiest sugariest candy out there for Halloween is Twix. Because of the extra carbs from the cookie, it makes it the worst. I guessed Reese's but alas I was wrong. He opened up the floor for people who have had surgery to talk about Halloween and the impact that the holiday has on you after surgery. Most of the people in there stated that they stay far far far away from any sugar because of the sickness and such that comes from eating it and there were a few that can not resist certain items. There were some good ideas about how to keep on track during this holiday. One was to hand out pretzels or popcorn. Another idea is to hand out stickers, rulers, and my favorite idea is glow sticks. I may even start this year. Glow sticks are at the dollar tree and kids will LOVE them!
Then, he opened up the floor for updates for those who have had the surgery. There were several that were within 1 month to 1 year out each with his or her individual success. There really didn't seem to be any co-relations between any different items. One woman had surgery in August and had a pre-surgery loss of 42 and a total weight loss of 123 as of yesterday. To me, that is amazing! But my favorite story was a woman who had a pre-surgery loss of 64 pounds and another loss of 296 pounds! She's four years out and just had plastic surgery to remove another 20 pounds of skin! These are the stories we newbies need to hear. This encouragment and you can do it attitude is never more exemplified than by people who have done it/doing it. I loved this story and felt in my being that I have made the right decision because of the people around me during that meeting.
I can honestly say now that I see why they make you go. It's not to have you sit around to hear the sob stories of all those in the group. It's so that you can get all of your fears calmed, questions asked, and support from people who have been there, done that and I like that.
After group, it was almost 8:00pm and we had to drive the long stretch home from Edmond to McAlester. It's not exciting and thankfully I had the sense to download Django before we left so I could keep awake. We stopped at one my favorite restaurants (Cracker Barrel) and had a nice meal. I had grilled chicken which was a good choice; however, I did have mashed potatoes and gravy and hashbrown casserole. I don't feel bad about it. It's my goodbye to bad choices. I gave up pop, I can do this.
So for now, I'm going to enjoy my weekend and enjoy food and have a food funeral weekend. Starting Monday, it's Regime Change in the Muller household that includes 96oz of water, maybe some Powerade Zero, protein shakes, protein bars, lean protein and vegetables. Also, I'm going to walk a little on my lunch so that I'm not missing food at the time because I'm up moving around. It's time to start working on this 10%.
Next week, look forward to hearing about my psych visit, dietician and the plan for me, as well as the excercise plan for me. It's going to be a long hard road, but worth it in the end.
Thanks for listening! Love to hear your encouragment and prayers!
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Moments with the Mullers: Negative Nancies are NOT welcome! Big decision rev...
Moments with the Mullers: Negative Nancies are NOT welcome! Big decision rev...: Let me again preface this saying if you are a Negative Nancy I don't want you here. This blog was created so that others like me can get...
Negative Nancies are NOT welcome! Big decision revealed
Let me again preface this saying if you are a Negative Nancy I don't want you here. This blog was created so that others like me can get information and strength from my words. Also, so my supportive family and friends can keep up with what is going on in our lives. I am hard enough on myself and have enough negativity around me, I don't need you. Also, I won't tolerate it. I will block you both from my online activities and my life.
The last time I blogged (January), I was informed that we were done with fertility treatments because I was not responding to the medicine. My wonderful physician gave me two options: The first In Vitro and the second was Weight Loss Surgery. It was a hard hit and I've really had a hard time dealing with it especially since everytime I turn around someone has announced he or she is going to have a baby. It's not easy and I wouldn't wish this kind of suffering on my worst enemy. I feel empty. Thank God I have the support system that I have or I wouldn't have made it through this. Nothing has tested my faith in God and humanity more than this experience and nothing has brought me closer to God than this experience.
So, about March, I started researching both options. Both are great options. However, we have made our decision. We have decided to proceed with the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy. This is also not any easy decision. This is what I meant by negativity. I really don't want or need any "This is the easy way out." "Are you sure you want to do this?" "Have you tried Weight Watchers?". I have researched and thought and prayed and I am sticking my decision. I cannot be any clearer that if you project your negativity here, I'm done. Anyways, I've sat through two webinars and this is what meets my needs. A few weeks ago, we were approved for the loan to have the surgery done. You can research how much it is. It's not cheap and most insurances do not cover this procedure (Insert write your congressman speech you've already heard here).
Today, I met with my surgeon and it more than reinforced that this is the right decision. It was wonderful. He answered all my questions. The first obviously was when can we start TTC again. The answer is 18 months. 18 looonnggg months. The upside is that this surgery will more than likely drastically change my fertility. So much that I have to be established on birth control before my surgery. There are somethings that I have to complete before I can have my surgery. I have to have some extensive lab work done, an EKG, and I have to lose 10% of my body weight. It's not going to be easy but nobody said that any of this would. It just makes me that much stronger and will make me that much more appreciative of Johnathan, my family, my co-workers (Marge, Tiffany & Amber, I honestly don't know what I would do without you gals!), my friends and my future children. This surgery will also help with my PCOS symptoms and also allow me to have a healthy pregnancy and a the possiblity of a long life with my babies.
I go back on Tuesday to meet with the psychologist, the dietician, and the exercise specialist. I have projected date of the 2nd week of January for the actual sugery. I'm excited. I'm scared. I'm anxious. I'm hopeful. I have a long way to go but I'm pretty confident I can get there and before you know it, you'll be reading a blog with even bigger and better news.
Right now, I just need prayers and support. I'm really happy with our decision. There are some things I'm not happy about like the birth control and the psych test, but I know it's what is best for all who is involved. Thank you in advance for your thoughts and your prayers! God bless each and every one of you!
The last time I blogged (January), I was informed that we were done with fertility treatments because I was not responding to the medicine. My wonderful physician gave me two options: The first In Vitro and the second was Weight Loss Surgery. It was a hard hit and I've really had a hard time dealing with it especially since everytime I turn around someone has announced he or she is going to have a baby. It's not easy and I wouldn't wish this kind of suffering on my worst enemy. I feel empty. Thank God I have the support system that I have or I wouldn't have made it through this. Nothing has tested my faith in God and humanity more than this experience and nothing has brought me closer to God than this experience.
So, about March, I started researching both options. Both are great options. However, we have made our decision. We have decided to proceed with the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy. This is also not any easy decision. This is what I meant by negativity. I really don't want or need any "This is the easy way out." "Are you sure you want to do this?" "Have you tried Weight Watchers?". I have researched and thought and prayed and I am sticking my decision. I cannot be any clearer that if you project your negativity here, I'm done. Anyways, I've sat through two webinars and this is what meets my needs. A few weeks ago, we were approved for the loan to have the surgery done. You can research how much it is. It's not cheap and most insurances do not cover this procedure (Insert write your congressman speech you've already heard here).
Today, I met with my surgeon and it more than reinforced that this is the right decision. It was wonderful. He answered all my questions. The first obviously was when can we start TTC again. The answer is 18 months. 18 looonnggg months. The upside is that this surgery will more than likely drastically change my fertility. So much that I have to be established on birth control before my surgery. There are somethings that I have to complete before I can have my surgery. I have to have some extensive lab work done, an EKG, and I have to lose 10% of my body weight. It's not going to be easy but nobody said that any of this would. It just makes me that much stronger and will make me that much more appreciative of Johnathan, my family, my co-workers (Marge, Tiffany & Amber, I honestly don't know what I would do without you gals!), my friends and my future children. This surgery will also help with my PCOS symptoms and also allow me to have a healthy pregnancy and a the possiblity of a long life with my babies.
I go back on Tuesday to meet with the psychologist, the dietician, and the exercise specialist. I have projected date of the 2nd week of January for the actual sugery. I'm excited. I'm scared. I'm anxious. I'm hopeful. I have a long way to go but I'm pretty confident I can get there and before you know it, you'll be reading a blog with even bigger and better news.
Right now, I just need prayers and support. I'm really happy with our decision. There are some things I'm not happy about like the birth control and the psych test, but I know it's what is best for all who is involved. Thank you in advance for your thoughts and your prayers! God bless each and every one of you!
Monday, January 7, 2013
I'm baaaccckkkk :)
I know it's been a while since I've posted. Nothing fertility wise has changed. Wait, I did get that I have to lose 75 pounds to try fertility measures again. BOO!
Anyways, it's a new year so I thought I would give weight watchers a try again. It worked before and with hard work and dedication, this can work again!
Why am I going to blog it everyday? I'm hoping that you as my friends will help hold me accountable. If it's been a few days since you saw a post. Message me. Ask me if I'm okay. Weight loss is not just a physical battle, but an emotional rollercoaster. I feel like I have so much on the line, that one pound can make or break me achieving my life long goal: to be a mother.
I did make some resolulations:
1. Get back on the weight watchers program
2. Fix my hair for work
3. Read our Bible before bed
4. Drink 64oz of water each day.
5. Take Metformin and STAY ON IT!
So let's get started with today.
I did NOT fix my hair. One resolution already broken. But hey, baby steps. I did pack all of my meals and snacks. It looked like I was about to hibernate. I had a huge WalMart bag full of groceries. My breakfast menu consisted of:
1 packet of instant brown suger & maple oatmeal
1 tsp of honey
1/2 c. of grapefruit in 100% natural juice
I felt pretty good about bfast. I usually don't eat so this actually felt good.
At 10:30, I had my morning snack. My morning snack was an Atkins Shake which tasted like crap, but with 15g of protein, this filled me up. I also ate an orange.
Since we were so tired yesterday, we didn't make it to WalMart. No worries, the cafeteria had grilled chicken and a stocked salad bar. It was delicious and hit the spot.
However, rabbit food doesn't stick to your bones for very long. By 3:00, I was hungry again. I bought these amazing multigrain crackers at Sam's and they were delicious. I also had a 1/2 c. of applesauce and a reduced fat sharp cheddar stick.
When I got off work, we ran to WalMart to finish getting groceries. We have a pretty good stock now. Did I mention we bought a deep freeze!? Super pumped! Anyways, we bought groceries and by that excerise of the mind and the body, we came home. I portioned out my grapes (18) out into 21 bags. By the time we were done, I was starving and ready for supper. I also had an almond sweet and salty bar. They are my fav and it's so hard to stop at one.
For dinner I had 6 oz of lean pork tenderloin, 1/2 c. of green beans seasoned with 1 Tbsp of light butter, garlic, sea salt and pepper, and 1 medium red potato with 2 Tspn of fat free sour cream. It was definetly worth the wait! Yum Yum Yum!!
For a dessert, I had 3/4 c. of Chobani chocolate vanilla bean yogurt. It was meh.
I didn't include points because my computer wanted to upgrade and it failed and then my phone wouldn't sync. Hopefully, I get this fixed for tomorrow. I do now that after my afternoon snack, I still had 32 points to use. I know I didn't get near that.
Right now, I'm taking it day by day and trying to come up with some great ideas. Today, my pallate was more than satified with a sweet, savory, and salty parts of the meals.
Tomorrow, might be a different story. You noticed one resolution is to take my medicine??? That means gut rot will be back....
So, don't wish me luck. It's going to take more than luck to get through this. Give me encouragement and tips and hold me accountable.
With Christ nothing is impossible. I just have to keep that in mind when my brother tells me to come over for pizza (which he did on purpose tonight)!
As always, keep us in your prayers! We can do this!
Anyways, it's a new year so I thought I would give weight watchers a try again. It worked before and with hard work and dedication, this can work again!
Why am I going to blog it everyday? I'm hoping that you as my friends will help hold me accountable. If it's been a few days since you saw a post. Message me. Ask me if I'm okay. Weight loss is not just a physical battle, but an emotional rollercoaster. I feel like I have so much on the line, that one pound can make or break me achieving my life long goal: to be a mother.
I did make some resolulations:
1. Get back on the weight watchers program
2. Fix my hair for work
3. Read our Bible before bed
4. Drink 64oz of water each day.
5. Take Metformin and STAY ON IT!
So let's get started with today.
I did NOT fix my hair. One resolution already broken. But hey, baby steps. I did pack all of my meals and snacks. It looked like I was about to hibernate. I had a huge WalMart bag full of groceries. My breakfast menu consisted of:
1 packet of instant brown suger & maple oatmeal
1 tsp of honey
1/2 c. of grapefruit in 100% natural juice
I felt pretty good about bfast. I usually don't eat so this actually felt good.
At 10:30, I had my morning snack. My morning snack was an Atkins Shake which tasted like crap, but with 15g of protein, this filled me up. I also ate an orange.
Since we were so tired yesterday, we didn't make it to WalMart. No worries, the cafeteria had grilled chicken and a stocked salad bar. It was delicious and hit the spot.
However, rabbit food doesn't stick to your bones for very long. By 3:00, I was hungry again. I bought these amazing multigrain crackers at Sam's and they were delicious. I also had a 1/2 c. of applesauce and a reduced fat sharp cheddar stick.
When I got off work, we ran to WalMart to finish getting groceries. We have a pretty good stock now. Did I mention we bought a deep freeze!? Super pumped! Anyways, we bought groceries and by that excerise of the mind and the body, we came home. I portioned out my grapes (18) out into 21 bags. By the time we were done, I was starving and ready for supper. I also had an almond sweet and salty bar. They are my fav and it's so hard to stop at one.
For dinner I had 6 oz of lean pork tenderloin, 1/2 c. of green beans seasoned with 1 Tbsp of light butter, garlic, sea salt and pepper, and 1 medium red potato with 2 Tspn of fat free sour cream. It was definetly worth the wait! Yum Yum Yum!!
For a dessert, I had 3/4 c. of Chobani chocolate vanilla bean yogurt. It was meh.
I didn't include points because my computer wanted to upgrade and it failed and then my phone wouldn't sync. Hopefully, I get this fixed for tomorrow. I do now that after my afternoon snack, I still had 32 points to use. I know I didn't get near that.
Right now, I'm taking it day by day and trying to come up with some great ideas. Today, my pallate was more than satified with a sweet, savory, and salty parts of the meals.
Tomorrow, might be a different story. You noticed one resolution is to take my medicine??? That means gut rot will be back....
So, don't wish me luck. It's going to take more than luck to get through this. Give me encouragement and tips and hold me accountable.
With Christ nothing is impossible. I just have to keep that in mind when my brother tells me to come over for pizza (which he did on purpose tonight)!
As always, keep us in your prayers! We can do this!
Saturday, April 21, 2012
Week One Journal: A new life!
Let me just preface this by saying, I am journaling during the week and then will post on Saturday or Sunday. I am back on Weight Watchers and a normal gym routine. I'm really working hard at this. I want....no need...a lifestyle change. I will not tell you how much I weigh until I reach my very last goal. I will tell you that I have a goal of eating 51 points a day with 49 weekly points so that if I go over it will not completely wreck the points. I also have an activity goal of 16 points a week. I do not count points two days a week. I do this for two reasons: #1: Right Now I don't ever reach my daily points nor do I touch my weekly points. #2: If I counted points and measured food all the time, I would go crazy and this wouldn't work. I'm not advocating going crazy on my two days off, I just feel I need a vacation. I'm not asking for sympathy, I just want prayers, encouragement and accountability. If you notice I haven't blogged in awhile, message me and get me back on track. Thanks guys and gals and I love you all very much:
WEEK ONE SUMMARY:
Days went over daily point goal: 0
Activity Goal Met: YES
Pounds Lost: 4
Pounds to go before 1st goal: 6
I'm doing good so far: Below is my daily journal for week one in case you need ideas for your own lifestyle change. Thanks again everyone!
Day 1: April 16, 2012
It’s been a rough day. The first day of a diet is always pretty rough. I have created a Rewards Chart. The first reward is at 10 pounds which is a $50 hasting shopping spree! So that’s what I’m working on now and it all started today! I did okay until about noon and my tummy started howling like a my dog Ginger when she wants to come in at night. I did eat breakfast, but skipped my morning snack. I made up my morning snack at lunch since I felt famished. Then I ate a snack in the afternoon. Johnathan and I decided to head to the gym strait after work rather than wait until the afternoon. This is a G-REAT decision. Because once we once we were done, it was over. We came home and I started cooking dinner because of course I was starving. So. While I was waiting on the extra-lean pork tenderloin to reach 160 degrees, Johnathan decided to snack on some chips. Until I flipped out on him, and then felt bad. I forgot how mean I can get when I am starving. So, Johnathan slowly and calmly put down the chips with a good sport attitude while dinner finished. Now, I’m sitting around watching Happy Feet Two and I have 21 points left for the day! So, if I get hungry later, I can eat some chips and salsa for a late night snack! Below is my point chart!
Meal Meal Name Points
Breakfast Peanut Butter & Oats Fiber one Bar 1 bar 2 points
Lunch Smart Ones Frozen Entrée 6 points
Applesauce 1 cup 2 points
Smart Ones Brownie Fudge Sundae 1 cup 4 points
Afternoon Snack Sugar Free Caramel Snack Pack 1 cup 2 points
Dinner 6 oz Extra-Lean Pork Tenderloin 6 points
Uncle Ben’s Ready Rice Long Grain and Wild ½ cup 5 points
Light Red Kidney Beans ¾ cup 4 points
Total: 29 points
Points Left over 21 points
Activity 30 minutes on the Treadmill 4 points
Day 2: April 17, 2012
Well, since we went to bed at 8:45 pm last night, it was only natural that I wake up at midnight starving right?? Well, no…and it sucked…but thankfully I was able to go to sleep and other than that I slept pretty darn good. My legs were sore when I got up, but it’s that good kind of sore right? Anyways, breakfast went good and I had time for a snack today. But, when noon it, my stomach started rumbling again like thunder on a stormy Oklahoma spring night. J Amber (my new friend and coworker) and I had lunch in the break room. She offered buy me lunch from The Whistle Stop Bistro and you have no idea how badly I wanted a Chicken Salad Sandwich on a croissant and some potato salad. But, I stayed strong and ate my Smart Ones Steak Panini, 12 tortilla chips and 1/3 cup of salsa and smart one key lime pie dessert. I’ve made it known in my office I’m dieting again and I love how everyone in my office is so encouraging. I can do this. Look out Hastings I could be there soon! So we were pretty busy at work and I didn’t get my snack until almost time to get home, but it was worth the wait. Then, after work, Johnathan and I headed to the Wellness Center for water aerobics. After three months off, it kicked my tail. I was huffing and puffing and I’m so sore right now. We made a trek to the dreaded Wal Mart where I got some fruit and veggies and pickles all zero point items! So I can snack and not feel guilty about it. Then, we came home and ate and I discovered a quick low point dessert to satisfy cravings. 1 Shortcake (store bought like strawberry shortcakes) and½ cup of canned peaches. It’s only 5 points and super yummy! Anyways, it felt a little easier today….and while I know it won’t last long…I’m riding this feeling out until I get mean again! OH, and I started taking my Metformin again today. Sorry, Dr. Reshef and Beverly, but I’ve been too upset to continue taking it, but I’m starting to get back on track and that includes medications! Pray for me!
Food Journal:
Meal Meal Name Points
Breakfast Peanut Butter & Oats Fiber one Bar 1 bar 2 points
Morning Snack Applesauce 1 cup 1 point
Lunch Smart Ones Frozen Entrée 8 points
12 tortilla chips 4 points
1/3 c. salsa 1 points
Smart Ones Frozen Key Lime Pie Dessert 4 points
Afternoon Snack Sugar Free Chocolate Snack Pack 1 cup 2 points
Evening Snack Banana 0 points
Dinner 1 Rosemary Chicken Breast 6 points
1/3 Tbsp EVOO 1 points
1 small baked potato 5 points
2 Tbsp Low Fat Sour Cream 2 points
1/3 C. Weight Watchers Shredded Cheese 2 points
1 Store bought shortcake 2 points
½ C. Canned Peaches in Extra Light Syrup 3 points
TOTAL: 43 points
Points Left Over: 8 points
Activity Water Aerobics -- 60 Minutes 9 points
WEEKLY ACTIVITY TOTAL: 13 points
Day 3:
Today went really well. I woke up and got ready for work. It was a busy which means that I usually forget about food. I did forget about morning and afternoon snacks, but made them up. I also called and got my prescription for Prometrium to restart my cycle which means FUN FUN FUN for Johnathan and I…… Anyways, after work, I had a pickle and a banana so that I would be able to fend off the hunger monster while at church. Nana cooked hotdogs…..fried hotdogs…..it was so hard to resist….but, I did it! I saved up enough points to have two Double Cheeseburgers from McDonalds and it was worth it! We didn’t go to the gym, because on Wednesday after church I am exhausted…so back to the gym tomorrow!
Food Journal:
Meal Meal Name Points
Breakfast Peanut Butter & Oats Fiber one Bar 1 bar 2 points
Banana 0 points
Lunch Healthy Choice Frozen Entrée 5 points
Grapefruit 0 points
Smart Ones Frozen Key Lime Pie Dessert 4 points
Afternoon Snack Sugar Free Chocolate Snack Pack 1 cup 2 points
Evening Snack Banana 0 points
Pickle 0 points
Dinner 2 McDonalds Double Cheeseburgers 23 points
½ C. Pineapple in juice 2 points
TOTAL: 38 points
Points Left Over: 13 points
Activity NONE 0 points
WEEKLY ACTIVITY TOTAL: 13 points
Day 4 April 19, 2012
Today was another day that started at 3:00 a.m. Since I started the Metformin, my body has to get used to it once again, which is also no fun. I hate having stomach issues. I was also an emotional day. I just started crying twice today and I really cannot tell you why. I hate that too. I forgot my breakfast bar, so I had so spend a little extra on a Nature Valley bar, but it was well worth it. Anyways, it was busy today at work which again makes you forget about being hungry. Today was a watermelon day. I had watermelon at lunch and at dinner and it was pretty good. After work, Johnathan and I went to water aerobics. There was more focus on strength training and that included 100 push ups. It was hard, but worth it. I feel better about myself for working so hard and trying so hard. I’ve also been thinking about doing a before picture and taking one every time I meet a goal in the same outfit. But I don’t know. I’m pretty embarrassed about how I look now. Sometimes, I just want to feel like I’m beautiful. But, I’m working and praying and that’s all I can do!
Food Journal:
Meal Meal Name Points
Breakfast Nature Valley Dark Chocolate and Nut Bar 4 points
Banana 0 points
Lunch Smart Ones Frozen Entrée 6 points
1 C. Watermelon 0 points
Smart Ones Frozen Key Lime Pie Dessert 4 points
Afternoon Snack Sugar Free Caramel Snack Pack 1 cup 2 points
Dinner 1 C. 95% Lean Ground Beef with Taco Seasoning 9 points
1/3 C. Weight Watchers Shredded Cheese 2 points
2 Medium Flour Tortillas 5 points
½ C. Fat Free Refried Beans 2 points
1 c. Watermelon 0 points
1 shortcake 2 points
TOTAL: 36 points
Points Left Over: 15 points
Activity Water Aerobics 9 points
WEEKLY ACTIVITY TOTAL: 22 points
Day 5: April 20, 2012
Another day that started at roughly 3:00 a.m. I NEED SLEEP. I just can’t sleep which makes me hungry all the time and super emotional. All I’ve done is choke back tears and I really cannot tell you why. Anyways, work went really well because it takes my mind off of everything and I really enjoy my work and coworkers, especially Marge who makes me feel so much better! After work, we hit the gym and I really pushed myself. I walked on the treadmill for 39 minutes and did 2 on the elliptical before I stopped. I know it doesn’t seem like much, but when you are out of shape 15 minutes seems like an hour. But I feel better and I’m hoping I’ll stick with it this time. I just need prayers and encouragement; hence why I’m writing this journal/blog.
Food Journal:
Meal Meal Name Points
Breakfast Peanut Butter and Oats Fiber One Bar 2 points
Banana 0 points
Lunch Smart Ones Frozen Entrée 7 points
1 c. peaches in artificially sweetened water 0 points
Smart Ones Frozen Key Lime Pie Dessert 4 points
Afternoon Snack Sugar Free Caramel Snack Pack 1 cup 2 points
Dinner 8 oz Lean Steak 7 points
1 small baked potato 5 points
1/3 C. Weight Watchers Shredded Cheese 2 points
½ C. Light Red Kidney Beans 2 points
2 Tbsp Reduced Fat Sour Cream 2 points
TOTAL: 33 points
Points Left Over: 18 points
Activity 39 Minutes Treadmill Walking between <3mph and 5mph 6 points
2 minutes Elliptical Training 1 point
WEEKLY ACTIVITY TOTAL: 29 points
WEEK ONE SUMMARY:
Days went over daily point goal: 0
Activity Goal Met: YES
Pounds Lost: 4
Pounds to go before 1st goal: 6
I'm doing good so far: Below is my daily journal for week one in case you need ideas for your own lifestyle change. Thanks again everyone!
Day 1: April 16, 2012
It’s been a rough day. The first day of a diet is always pretty rough. I have created a Rewards Chart. The first reward is at 10 pounds which is a $50 hasting shopping spree! So that’s what I’m working on now and it all started today! I did okay until about noon and my tummy started howling like a my dog Ginger when she wants to come in at night. I did eat breakfast, but skipped my morning snack. I made up my morning snack at lunch since I felt famished. Then I ate a snack in the afternoon. Johnathan and I decided to head to the gym strait after work rather than wait until the afternoon. This is a G-REAT decision. Because once we once we were done, it was over. We came home and I started cooking dinner because of course I was starving. So. While I was waiting on the extra-lean pork tenderloin to reach 160 degrees, Johnathan decided to snack on some chips. Until I flipped out on him, and then felt bad. I forgot how mean I can get when I am starving. So, Johnathan slowly and calmly put down the chips with a good sport attitude while dinner finished. Now, I’m sitting around watching Happy Feet Two and I have 21 points left for the day! So, if I get hungry later, I can eat some chips and salsa for a late night snack! Below is my point chart!
Meal Meal Name Points
Breakfast Peanut Butter & Oats Fiber one Bar 1 bar 2 points
Lunch Smart Ones Frozen Entrée 6 points
Applesauce 1 cup 2 points
Smart Ones Brownie Fudge Sundae 1 cup 4 points
Afternoon Snack Sugar Free Caramel Snack Pack 1 cup 2 points
Dinner 6 oz Extra-Lean Pork Tenderloin 6 points
Uncle Ben’s Ready Rice Long Grain and Wild ½ cup 5 points
Light Red Kidney Beans ¾ cup 4 points
Total: 29 points
Points Left over 21 points
Activity 30 minutes on the Treadmill 4 points
Day 2: April 17, 2012
Well, since we went to bed at 8:45 pm last night, it was only natural that I wake up at midnight starving right?? Well, no…and it sucked…but thankfully I was able to go to sleep and other than that I slept pretty darn good. My legs were sore when I got up, but it’s that good kind of sore right? Anyways, breakfast went good and I had time for a snack today. But, when noon it, my stomach started rumbling again like thunder on a stormy Oklahoma spring night. J Amber (my new friend and coworker) and I had lunch in the break room. She offered buy me lunch from The Whistle Stop Bistro and you have no idea how badly I wanted a Chicken Salad Sandwich on a croissant and some potato salad. But, I stayed strong and ate my Smart Ones Steak Panini, 12 tortilla chips and 1/3 cup of salsa and smart one key lime pie dessert. I’ve made it known in my office I’m dieting again and I love how everyone in my office is so encouraging. I can do this. Look out Hastings I could be there soon! So we were pretty busy at work and I didn’t get my snack until almost time to get home, but it was worth the wait. Then, after work, Johnathan and I headed to the Wellness Center for water aerobics. After three months off, it kicked my tail. I was huffing and puffing and I’m so sore right now. We made a trek to the dreaded Wal Mart where I got some fruit and veggies and pickles all zero point items! So I can snack and not feel guilty about it. Then, we came home and ate and I discovered a quick low point dessert to satisfy cravings. 1 Shortcake (store bought like strawberry shortcakes) and½ cup of canned peaches. It’s only 5 points and super yummy! Anyways, it felt a little easier today….and while I know it won’t last long…I’m riding this feeling out until I get mean again! OH, and I started taking my Metformin again today. Sorry, Dr. Reshef and Beverly, but I’ve been too upset to continue taking it, but I’m starting to get back on track and that includes medications! Pray for me!
Food Journal:
Meal Meal Name Points
Breakfast Peanut Butter & Oats Fiber one Bar 1 bar 2 points
Morning Snack Applesauce 1 cup 1 point
Lunch Smart Ones Frozen Entrée 8 points
12 tortilla chips 4 points
1/3 c. salsa 1 points
Smart Ones Frozen Key Lime Pie Dessert 4 points
Afternoon Snack Sugar Free Chocolate Snack Pack 1 cup 2 points
Evening Snack Banana 0 points
Dinner 1 Rosemary Chicken Breast 6 points
1/3 Tbsp EVOO 1 points
1 small baked potato 5 points
2 Tbsp Low Fat Sour Cream 2 points
1/3 C. Weight Watchers Shredded Cheese 2 points
1 Store bought shortcake 2 points
½ C. Canned Peaches in Extra Light Syrup 3 points
TOTAL: 43 points
Points Left Over: 8 points
Activity Water Aerobics -- 60 Minutes 9 points
WEEKLY ACTIVITY TOTAL: 13 points
Day 3:
Today went really well. I woke up and got ready for work. It was a busy which means that I usually forget about food. I did forget about morning and afternoon snacks, but made them up. I also called and got my prescription for Prometrium to restart my cycle which means FUN FUN FUN for Johnathan and I…… Anyways, after work, I had a pickle and a banana so that I would be able to fend off the hunger monster while at church. Nana cooked hotdogs…..fried hotdogs…..it was so hard to resist….but, I did it! I saved up enough points to have two Double Cheeseburgers from McDonalds and it was worth it! We didn’t go to the gym, because on Wednesday after church I am exhausted…so back to the gym tomorrow!
Food Journal:
Meal Meal Name Points
Breakfast Peanut Butter & Oats Fiber one Bar 1 bar 2 points
Banana 0 points
Lunch Healthy Choice Frozen Entrée 5 points
Grapefruit 0 points
Smart Ones Frozen Key Lime Pie Dessert 4 points
Afternoon Snack Sugar Free Chocolate Snack Pack 1 cup 2 points
Evening Snack Banana 0 points
Pickle 0 points
Dinner 2 McDonalds Double Cheeseburgers 23 points
½ C. Pineapple in juice 2 points
TOTAL: 38 points
Points Left Over: 13 points
Activity NONE 0 points
WEEKLY ACTIVITY TOTAL: 13 points
Day 4 April 19, 2012
Today was another day that started at 3:00 a.m. Since I started the Metformin, my body has to get used to it once again, which is also no fun. I hate having stomach issues. I was also an emotional day. I just started crying twice today and I really cannot tell you why. I hate that too. I forgot my breakfast bar, so I had so spend a little extra on a Nature Valley bar, but it was well worth it. Anyways, it was busy today at work which again makes you forget about being hungry. Today was a watermelon day. I had watermelon at lunch and at dinner and it was pretty good. After work, Johnathan and I went to water aerobics. There was more focus on strength training and that included 100 push ups. It was hard, but worth it. I feel better about myself for working so hard and trying so hard. I’ve also been thinking about doing a before picture and taking one every time I meet a goal in the same outfit. But I don’t know. I’m pretty embarrassed about how I look now. Sometimes, I just want to feel like I’m beautiful. But, I’m working and praying and that’s all I can do!
Food Journal:
Meal Meal Name Points
Breakfast Nature Valley Dark Chocolate and Nut Bar 4 points
Banana 0 points
Lunch Smart Ones Frozen Entrée 6 points
1 C. Watermelon 0 points
Smart Ones Frozen Key Lime Pie Dessert 4 points
Afternoon Snack Sugar Free Caramel Snack Pack 1 cup 2 points
Dinner 1 C. 95% Lean Ground Beef with Taco Seasoning 9 points
1/3 C. Weight Watchers Shredded Cheese 2 points
2 Medium Flour Tortillas 5 points
½ C. Fat Free Refried Beans 2 points
1 c. Watermelon 0 points
1 shortcake 2 points
TOTAL: 36 points
Points Left Over: 15 points
Activity Water Aerobics 9 points
WEEKLY ACTIVITY TOTAL: 22 points
Day 5: April 20, 2012
Another day that started at roughly 3:00 a.m. I NEED SLEEP. I just can’t sleep which makes me hungry all the time and super emotional. All I’ve done is choke back tears and I really cannot tell you why. Anyways, work went really well because it takes my mind off of everything and I really enjoy my work and coworkers, especially Marge who makes me feel so much better! After work, we hit the gym and I really pushed myself. I walked on the treadmill for 39 minutes and did 2 on the elliptical before I stopped. I know it doesn’t seem like much, but when you are out of shape 15 minutes seems like an hour. But I feel better and I’m hoping I’ll stick with it this time. I just need prayers and encouragement; hence why I’m writing this journal/blog.
Food Journal:
Meal Meal Name Points
Breakfast Peanut Butter and Oats Fiber One Bar 2 points
Banana 0 points
Lunch Smart Ones Frozen Entrée 7 points
1 c. peaches in artificially sweetened water 0 points
Smart Ones Frozen Key Lime Pie Dessert 4 points
Afternoon Snack Sugar Free Caramel Snack Pack 1 cup 2 points
Dinner 8 oz Lean Steak 7 points
1 small baked potato 5 points
1/3 C. Weight Watchers Shredded Cheese 2 points
½ C. Light Red Kidney Beans 2 points
2 Tbsp Reduced Fat Sour Cream 2 points
TOTAL: 33 points
Points Left Over: 18 points
Activity 39 Minutes Treadmill Walking between <3mph and 5mph 6 points
2 minutes Elliptical Training 1 point
WEEKLY ACTIVITY TOTAL: 29 points
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