Well....I finally ran my first half marathon! I learned that I do not like long runs alone. I like about 6 - 7 miles and that's the farthest I like to run. The long runs alone are boring. There aren't many running groups around that can run when I run. Plus I run faster than one group I ran with in January.
With the long runs, my weight is weird. The calories out versus calories is very noticeable. If I don't eat enough on the day I run, I will be ravenous the next day.
I did my monthly weigh in at the beginning of Feb so I could focus on my half, instead of my weight. I wanted to fuel properly.
I had an original goal time of 2:20. I quickly realized that was going to be slow. When I got closer I could see that I could change that to just under 2:00.
On race day I ended up having to drive down there by myself. My husband would bring the kids later to cheer me on. Welllll, around mile 7 I see a flash of a person jumping around then see that it's my step-mom. We weren't supposed to meet them until later because that's when their flight got in. But her and my dad surprised me!
The last 3 miles were the hardest. They hurt the most. I just wanted to finish. I looked at my watch at mile 12 and realized that if I kept my pace I could finish in under 2 hours.
I pushed hard. And it paid off. I came in at 1:58:06! I made my goal. I did it!
I still don't know if I will do one again, but I am glad I finished!
Thursday, March 12, 2015
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
Update Update get your Update
I realized I have not done any updates since I earned lifetime. Right now I am weighing in once a month. I have to make sure and be no more than 2lbs over my goal weight of 130.
Here is the run down of my weigh in since July:
08/26/14: 131.4
09/26/14: 131.0
10/21/14: 130.8
11/25/14: 129.4
I have actually liked my "maintenance" mode more than my weight loss time. Since I only have to weigh in once a month I can plan ahead when I am going to weigh in that month. Then it gives me time to get my weight back down to where it needs to be when I go in.
I have also started running again. I ran a race in July, and I have a 1/2 marathon planned for February. I trained for one 4 years ago but a month before the race I twisted my knee and couldn't run. I was really disappointed. I start actually "training" next week. I ran 5.1 miles last Sunday. I bought the inexpensive Garmin (my health insurance actually reimbursed me for it!) and I like it because I know how far I've gone. If I want to go just a little farther I know how much farther I need to go. It's been one of my better running purchases in a long time. I ran some while I was at my Dad's house for Thanksgiving. One of my step-mom's running class people asked if we were marathon runners. That made me happy to think someone thought I was a marathon runner.
My next weight goal is 125. I'd like to be about there and see how I feel. I was 128 on my scale last week so I am not that far off. I have some pants that I use to fit into comfortably...they do not fit anymore. I also fit into size 25 and 26. The waist is a little tight but it's where I carry by weight so I have ways around that. But it fits perfectly in the butt and legs. Overall, I am happy with where I am at weight wise. It's taken some time to be happy where I am at, which I think running has helped my mood too...endorphin's and all. :)
Here is the run down of my weigh in since July:
08/26/14: 131.4
09/26/14: 131.0
10/21/14: 130.8
11/25/14: 129.4
I have actually liked my "maintenance" mode more than my weight loss time. Since I only have to weigh in once a month I can plan ahead when I am going to weigh in that month. Then it gives me time to get my weight back down to where it needs to be when I go in.
I have also started running again. I ran a race in July, and I have a 1/2 marathon planned for February. I trained for one 4 years ago but a month before the race I twisted my knee and couldn't run. I was really disappointed. I start actually "training" next week. I ran 5.1 miles last Sunday. I bought the inexpensive Garmin (my health insurance actually reimbursed me for it!) and I like it because I know how far I've gone. If I want to go just a little farther I know how much farther I need to go. It's been one of my better running purchases in a long time. I ran some while I was at my Dad's house for Thanksgiving. One of my step-mom's running class people asked if we were marathon runners. That made me happy to think someone thought I was a marathon runner.
My next weight goal is 125. I'd like to be about there and see how I feel. I was 128 on my scale last week so I am not that far off. I have some pants that I use to fit into comfortably...they do not fit anymore. I also fit into size 25 and 26. The waist is a little tight but it's where I carry by weight so I have ways around that. But it fits perfectly in the butt and legs. Overall, I am happy with where I am at weight wise. It's taken some time to be happy where I am at, which I think running has helped my mood too...endorphin's and all. :)
Saturday, July 5, 2014
Weight Watchers Lifetime
I struggled the last 6/7 weeks to get my act together to weigh in. I had this to do and that to do. We went on vacation. Or my scale would say I was more than I should be to earn Lifetime. I finally sucked it up and went in for the 6 week weigh in. I wasn't sure I had done all the right things to earn it. On the WW website it said I had to weigh in twice...which I had not done. Ugh. I was depressed and really REALLY didn't want to wait another 6 weeks to earn Lifetime. But like I said, I went in. I gathered all the kids up, told them they need to behave and be patient and went in.
My scale at home said 131.2 right before I left. That morning it said 130.8. I have to be within 2lbs of my goal weight to earn Lifetime. Before I weighed in I told them I hadn't been in twice because of xyz. They said that since I was a monthly subscriber that I didn't have to weigh in, that only the 6 week mark would count.
On to their scale:
131.0!!!
I earned LIFETIME! YAY! I was so excited.
My scale at home said 131.2 right before I left. That morning it said 130.8. I have to be within 2lbs of my goal weight to earn Lifetime. Before I weighed in I told them I hadn't been in twice because of xyz. They said that since I was a monthly subscriber that I didn't have to weigh in, that only the 6 week mark would count.
On to their scale:
131.0!!!
I earned LIFETIME! YAY! I was so excited.
In other news I ran a 5k yesterday. My walking friend told me she wanted to run the July 4th race and so I said I'd sign up also. I ran 3 times before yesterday. Oops. But I did better than I expected. 26:06. 8:11/mile pace. I was really happy with my time and myself. I felt great the first 2 miles but the 3rd mile was the hardest. I had to dig deep for that.
I'd really like to start toning but I have no idea how. I guess I will google that.
Until next time!
Friday, May 23, 2014
GOOOOOOAAAAAAALLLLLLL!
I finally made it to my goal weight at Weight Watchers!! Exciting!
At home weight: 128.7
WW weight: 129.4
Weekly loss (2 weeks between weigh in): -1.4lbs
Total Loss: -31.8
Weight Loss since E was born: -50
Now I need to maintain for the next six weeks. I have to be no more than 2 lbs up or 2 lbs below. Then I'll have lifetime! :)
I got my goal charm too.
At home weight: 128.7
WW weight: 129.4
Weekly loss (2 weeks between weigh in): -1.4lbs
Total Loss: -31.8
Weight Loss since E was born: -50
Now I need to maintain for the next six weeks. I have to be no more than 2 lbs up or 2 lbs below. Then I'll have lifetime! :)
I got my goal charm too.
Sunday, May 18, 2014
I've been MIA!
I struggled for a few weeks to get my act together with eating. I ate whatever and it showed on the scale. I promised myself on Tuesday that if I stuck to my plan all week, I'd get donuts on Sunday. Well I did and it also showed on the scale! Plus yesterday was my monthly weight and pics.
I'll start with my weight today since it's the lowest I have been since I was pregnant with my 7.5 year old!!
128.6!! Woot. I really stuck to my points this week. I walked 7.8 on Wednesday and made sure to get extra moving around in also. Last week I walked 8.5 miles on day!
On to my monthly measurements:
Weight: 129.4
Waist (stomach): 34.5
Natural Waist: 31
Hips: 37
Bust: 38 (I was full when I measured)
Left Arm/Leg: 10 in/20.25 in
Right Arm/Leg: 10 in/20 in
Visually there isn't much of a difference. But the numbers are down so I am happy.
Here is me from last night in normal clothes.
I'll start with my weight today since it's the lowest I have been since I was pregnant with my 7.5 year old!!
128.6!! Woot. I really stuck to my points this week. I walked 7.8 on Wednesday and made sure to get extra moving around in also. Last week I walked 8.5 miles on day!
On to my monthly measurements:
Weight: 129.4
Waist (stomach): 34.5
Natural Waist: 31
Hips: 37
Bust: 38 (I was full when I measured)
Left Arm/Leg: 10 in/20.25 in
Right Arm/Leg: 10 in/20 in
4/17/13 05/17/14
04/17/14 05/17/14
Visually there isn't much of a difference. But the numbers are down so I am happy.
Here is me from last night in normal clothes.
If I stick with my points until Tuesday I should make my goal weight at WW. So then I'll be in my 6 weeks make my goal weight. Yay!
Wednesday, April 30, 2014
One Year and One Week
One year and one week after I started my weight loss journey I finally weighed in at 130.8! Now I have to be 130.0 to be at my 'goal' with WW but that's only .8 away. Then I'll have to maintain for 6 weeks to be eligible for Lifetime...which means I do not have to pay for WW as long as I weigh in with them once a month.
Weight at home: 129.5!!
Weight at WW: 130.8
Weekly loss: -1.4lbs (WHAT THE HECK?!)
Total weight loss: -30.4lbs
I changed the where I was walking. Added hills but the distance is the same. We area also walking the same distance in less time! I am definitely feeling motivated to keep walking. My friend did a good thing in suggesting we change where we walked, not only for our safety (we did the same route and the same time but different days), but for a change in our routine. I mean it totally showed.
I even ate TEXAS BBQ on Friday night. I did not count those points. :P
Weight at home: 129.5!!
Weight at WW: 130.8
Weekly loss: -1.4lbs (WHAT THE HECK?!)
Total weight loss: -30.4lbs
I changed the where I was walking. Added hills but the distance is the same. We area also walking the same distance in less time! I am definitely feeling motivated to keep walking. My friend did a good thing in suggesting we change where we walked, not only for our safety (we did the same route and the same time but different days), but for a change in our routine. I mean it totally showed.
I even ate TEXAS BBQ on Friday night. I did not count those points. :P
Friday, April 25, 2014
Weigh in and SOOO close to my goal weight
Weigh in on Tuesday was less than exciting.
At home: 131.3
WW: 132.2
Weight loss: -0 (boo)
Total Loss: -29
I shouldn't really be upset for not losing any weight. I over ate x1000 on Sunday. I was so sluggish the whole day too. I realize when I overeat I always feel tired. I looked up why the body feels tired after eating too much. It is because once the food hits your small intestine it goes into "digest this food only" mode thus making you feel tired and sleepy. Knowing and finally identifying that feelings and it's exact cause is huge for me. I don't like feeling sleepy when I need to be chatting and being social with family. Now that I know that it's another reason to not over eat. Yay!
My friend and I changed our walking route. Since it's too hot in the afternoons now we are walking in the mornings. We still walk 6-6.5 miles but it's through the country now. E likes it because there are cows and horses. We like it because it's new and it has hills!!
On Thursday I got on the scale. My goal this week is to stay in my points and see 130.? on the scale...and IT HAPPENED! I was really excited. Eating with in my points and the new route has already helped. Yesterday to treat myself I went to Sonic and got the cinnasnacks. BUT I only ate 1 instead of all 3. I got my yummy fix and I didn't blow my day.
Today I went shopping. I went to the Gap. I found some cute shorts and I tried on size 6 and size 4. The size 6 were TOO BIG!!! YAY! How exciting was that. And my shirt is size XS! Here is a picture:
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At home: 131.3
WW: 132.2
Weight loss: -0 (boo)
Total Loss: -29
I shouldn't really be upset for not losing any weight. I over ate x1000 on Sunday. I was so sluggish the whole day too. I realize when I overeat I always feel tired. I looked up why the body feels tired after eating too much. It is because once the food hits your small intestine it goes into "digest this food only" mode thus making you feel tired and sleepy. Knowing and finally identifying that feelings and it's exact cause is huge for me. I don't like feeling sleepy when I need to be chatting and being social with family. Now that I know that it's another reason to not over eat. Yay!
My friend and I changed our walking route. Since it's too hot in the afternoons now we are walking in the mornings. We still walk 6-6.5 miles but it's through the country now. E likes it because there are cows and horses. We like it because it's new and it has hills!!
On Thursday I got on the scale. My goal this week is to stay in my points and see 130.? on the scale...and IT HAPPENED! I was really excited. Eating with in my points and the new route has already helped. Yesterday to treat myself I went to Sonic and got the cinnasnacks. BUT I only ate 1 instead of all 3. I got my yummy fix and I didn't blow my day.
Today I went shopping. I went to the Gap. I found some cute shorts and I tried on size 6 and size 4. The size 6 were TOO BIG!!! YAY! How exciting was that. And my shirt is size XS! Here is a picture:
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