What's up Wednesday: no bueno

What's up this Wednesday?
Well to be downright honest I was not very faithful this week. Between all the goings on for my sisters wedding and well all of my other excuses, I just don't stick it out like I shoul have! This tends to be a problem of mine. I always find an excuse and then I struggle to get back on track, but not this time. I had my off time and today is a new day!! I will persevere!! Today it's back to the drawing board.
The good news I didn't gain anything back I just didn't lose anymore.
Goal today - drink 75 oz of water AND burn extra calories, which could mean an extra workout.
Here's to a better week this week and remembering that while we all struggle and have rough weeks we have to keep moving forward and overcome these obstacles! I can do it!!

What's Up Wednesday!

Wednesdays are going to be my normal check in days since I started blogging my journey on a Wednesday. Today marks one week from the beginning of this "new" journey. I stepped on the scale this morning (we are not friends) and found myself 2 pounds down. While some may think that's not much I see that I won this weeks battle. That sale hasn't moved in a long time despite varied efforts. I have to say I did fairly well this week. There were times I could have eaten better, but I definitely improved my eating habits. I was faithful to my morning and evening workouts. I have also had a couple people tell me they can tell a difference (without my prompting). These small victories are what really count! Throw out that scale and look at yourself!
Today I advanced to level 2 on my 30-day shred... It was significantly more challenging to me! I've done the shred before but never really put a lot of effort into it!
Here's to more victories in the coming week!

Reality Check

On this new journey of mine I'm also trying to make a lot of wrongs right. I will be the first to admit I've made numerous bad choices, but not one of us is perfect. I feel like failure in many ways. As I say this I wonder how many times I've been the person to bring others down, to hit them when they're already low. I feel the importance of just needing love and encouragement and not to be treated like a loser who messes up a lot. The truth is we all mess up, we all fall down, but we must pick ourselves up and better ourselves. I've probably fallen so many times people lose their positive outlooks of me and that breaks my heart. That thought is knowledge enough to propel me forward much harder than before. One cannot undo mistakes. Part 2 of my journey is to get other parts of my life under control as well - parentig, finances, attitude, etc. While I've admitted my weight issue I should confess my others: I'm financially irresponsible, I'm a lost parent and overall I'm simply lost. But I'm trying and part of those efforts are to make it right. It's not a short term plan. The damage I've managed to do will take time and effort to undo, but I shall conquer!! Today - I cut up 95% of my credit cards, which ill have you know totals to 6 cards - I told you I had a problem!!
So, here's to step 2!! Staying strong and holding on to make a better future!

On a side note, I'm feeling my workouts today. I'm exhausted, but I'm noticing the positive changes!!
Have a good weekend all!

The Journey Begins

Today I begin a new journey, because I have a dream. While no life can ever be perfect, you can still be happy in life. My journey begins with weight loss (as many do). It all started because of a picture taken 6/4/2013. It was my breaking point. I saw that picture posted on Facebook for all eyes to see and I though oh my gosh... Look at yourself! Weighing in at.... Dare I say it?... 204 hearty pounds on a 5'6" female, it's just not pretty. I'm a single mother of a 6-year old an I've struggled with weight since she was born. I've tried diet pills, I've paid big bucks for things like Xyngular, but nothing has ever kept me on track or worked really well for me. I've tried running and the truth is running bores me. Making excuses stops now! I will not be that "big" girl who is embarrassed by clothing and pictures. I WILL look good! And I will not look back! Here is to putting my feet on the floor and moving forward. My game plan is to do 45 minutes of Zumba at least 5 days a week. I'm also going to get my butt out of bed before work and do Jillian Michaels 30-day shred. I hereby give my word to do these things consistently in an effort to make my personal goal to reach a weight in the 150s. I will also be using My Fitness Pal and monitoring my calories/portions as well as trying to make healthier food choices. I refuse to be this person anymore who is miserable in my shell. All I ask is for your support and encouragement as I move forward in this journey!! Here I go!
P.S. the picture above is the one that broke me.