Here are the stats this week:
Pounds Lost: 2
Pounds to go: 18
As an anonymous comment pointed out, I cannot get in the best shape of my life in 2 months. Thankyouverymuch. And this person is correct, I will not be in the best shape of my life by my 30th birthday. BUT I can be 20 pounds lighter and muscular. I can be eating healthy. Counting calories. Enjoying food without overindulging or overeating. I can work out hard and intensely That I can do. And you know what? That sounds good to me. Because if I lose 20 pounds by my birthday and turn some of the flab into muscle I'll be happy with that.
I just need to take it step by step. I'll lose the last 20 if I feel I need to and in time. I was only 25 pounds lighter in this bikini pic, but I was muscular. My main objective is to just feel comfortable in my skin. And a bikini. And losing 20 pounds is doable and (bonus!) my clothes will all fit again.
I was lifting weights often and I felt great, even though I wasn't 35 pounds lighter like in this picture below. It's all perspective. The number on the scale really isn't the end all be all. And honestly? Personally! I rather be muscular.
It's funny to look at the above picture. I had lost over 20 pounds and still wanted to lose more. I thought I had more to lose even when everyone around me was telling me I didn't. And now, three years later, looking at this photo I think "Girl! You are too thin! And pale."
So all that to say it's Operation 20 right now! Here is my work outs for the week:
Sunday - Ripped in 30 Level 3
Monday - Ripped in 30 Level 4 and walk 3.5 miles
Tuesday - Ripped in 30 Level 4 and walk 3.5 miles
Wednesday - Ripped in 30 Level 4 and walk 3.5 miles
Friday - Ripped in 30 Level 4 and walk 3.5 miles
Saturday - Rest
How are you all doing?
5 comments:
It's so easy to get discouraged...I feel the same way lately. Very on & off the wagon and not consistent at all! I gotta get it together! I am the same way, in that it feels like I eat one bad meal and I gain 5 lbs. UGH! Hang in there!
Our Made to Crave study book said last week "The scale only measures how much you weigh - it doesn't measure your worth." I know you know that, but remember how much Jesus loves you and how valuable you are to Him! This weeks lesson is 'nothing tastes as good as peace feels' - and turning those cravings over to God and learning to crave what He made us for. You're doing so great Lindsey!
Great job on your workouts!!!
Don't feel bad... I probably just gained 5 lbs READING about your 5 lbs..
so unfair why its so hard for some & so easy for others... sigh...
I've followed your blog for awhile, but have never commented.
Your journey to fitness is one that I can relate to. I always thought that I could lose weight by generally eating healthy and doing intense cardio five days a week, but that didn't really seem to be working. Like you have mentioned, I can just look at food and gain five pounds, but it seems nearly impossible for me to lose five pounds. I was trying to avoid being a calorie counter (I generally think healthy and intuitive eating is better), but I finally caved to myfitnesspal.com. I've lost about a pound a week using this site which is slow, but I'll take slow loss over none at all. My favorite part of using this site is that it reminds me of what a healthy portion is and I make better choices. Looking at my diet like a budget is helpful for me.
Best of luck to you. You seem so positive and dedicated.
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