Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Weight Loss Wednesday: I Have Been Inspired

Jessica at Pudget: Losing Weight on a Budget has inspired me to try, yet again, to lose weight. I really need to do something. It seems that my appetite is totally out of control and has a mind of its own. I weight more than I ever have, and it is really starting to get to me. Of course, I have some days that I think that it doesn't really bother me. But then, I have days like yesterday where I just feel fat. I have never been able to stick to any type of weight loss plan for very long. I have attended Weight Watchers, and I actually did lose weight. But, counting those points and writing everything down was such a hassle that I slowly went back to my old habits. I know what needs to be done to lose weight: drink water, less fattening foods, more fruits and veggies, exercise, and my number 1 problem, cut out the sweet tea and colas.

And all that brings me to what I am hoping will hold me accountable. I am starting a Weight Loss Wednesday right here. I am ashamed to say how much I weigh right now, only that I could stand to lose quite a bit. For now, I am going to track 50 pounds. I really hope that I can make it. I need all the support that I can get. If I can make this milestone, then there is definitely room to keep growing. I am not going to be so concerned as to how much I lose each week, just as long as I lose something...and don't gain. That will be a step in the right direction.

I actually started a new "habit" today. (It won't really be a habit until it actually is a habit!) But, I took my tennis shoes to work with me, along with my mp3 player. After work, I walked down the halls of the massive school where I work. You may wonder why I didn't go outside. Well, if you live around Alabama this time of year, you would realize that the humidity will kill you! So, I stayed inside where it was nice and air conditioned!

I'll update my status and all the hurdles, roadblocks, and successes each Wednesday. Please help keep me inspired by posting comments!


6 comments:

fastweightloss said...

Nice post. Keep going you can do it. Weight loss is just a mind game.

Brooke said...

You go girl!! I am in the same situation. I am getting married in 10 months and I have to do something!! Maybe I will also blog about this. Maybe it will give me some more motivation!! Best of luck to you!!

Brandy said...

I know from experience that getting started can be the biggest hurdle. I too hated the hassle of Weight Watchers. I am trying to incorporate more fresh foods into our diet, which is easier this time of year. Great idea about walking inside the school. That place is huge so you should really be able to log some miles in there. Good luck!

Sandra said...

Already I have been thinking about what I would get to post about next Wednesday. Will it be a positive weight loss post? I certainly hope so. I have to remember that each decision I make will affect the outcome. I'm not weighing again until Wednesday morning.

Kinsey said...

Thats great.!! Good luck for your weight loss plan.

Sue said...

Good for you Sandra! I find that walking to music on my MP3 really motivates me. Make sure you have some good peppy music to walk to and that'll get the ole ticker going! I wish you great, long-term success with this venture! Way to go! ;-)