lose weight/get in shape

I’ve been doing a lot of work in front of the computer, so I haven’t been getting as much exercise as I should. But I have been drinking more water and eating better, so it’s just a matter of getting more active. I’m going to be renovating the house as soon as my roommate moves out, so between that and the privacy to work out on my own I should start to see some improvement.

This is the 11th (eleventh!) year in a row I’ve resolved to lose weight. 2003 was the only year in which I succeeded. This time, I’m more committed.

My regimen has included a lot of walking and swimming, some biking on machine bikes at the fitness center, and some lifting.

I finally got someone to take my measurements. Looking at them, I know I have a lot of work to do!

Height: 5 foot 4 1/2 inches
Bust (widest part of chest): 45 inches
Ribcage (narrowest part of chest): 38 inches
Waist: 34 1/2 inches
Hips: 45 inches
Thigh: 27 inches
Arm: 14 1/2 inches

My goal is to lose at least 2 inches off my ribcage, 8 inches off my waist, 7 inches off my hips, bust, and thighs, and 2-4 inches off my arms. I’d like to accomplish this by my birthday next year (December 2009). We’ll see how it goes.

Historically, winter has been a bad time for me and weight gain/muscle loss. I have a tendency to sit around a lot, bundled in a blanket watching TV, playing video games or reading a book, while munching on crackers or snack mix or other stuff. At least I’ve succeeded in quitting soda, now I drink water and Emergen-C and juice and milk.

I love to bake, and while I don’t eat something just because it’s there, I do take small samples while I’m baking to make sure they turned out right. Then, I try to give them away as fast as possible to avoid temptation.

I need to set a time to work out every day, and I need to make sure I have a good breakfast, as I tend to either forget it or eat quick ‘freezer food’ (hot pockets, lean cuisine, or pizza rolls).

I also need to record all my measurements so I have a solid starting point.

Well, I tried on jeans at the store today. I normally take size 14, but I tried on 12’s and they actually fit! Now I just need to keep on track, I have a dress I’d like to be able to wear on my birthday.

I would like to lose about 50 pounds, or at least get to a size 8, so I can be in less pain, more flexible, and can ride my horses without feeling guilty.

So far I’ve cut down on soda, I’m eating a salad a day (easy in summer), and hope to start belly dancing again.

Guess I didn’t do it. Imma start Monday and make up the days I skipped. I feel so horrible. Tommorow I’ll have a salad for lunch. :(

Wow, for some reason I have lost all excitement and energy. Why? Maybe it’s because I have an essay due on Tues. Ah, well. I know I can do it. Hopefully. Maybe. Dear God, please.

Why did I come here? For support. yeah. Why can’t I just cast something like fraking Charmed?! I am not crazy…I just love that show. And F.R.I.E.N.D.S. How do I feel::: I feel ugly, but its my job to teach others they are beautiful. I never expected to do this. How can I feel beautiful? I don’t need a guy. :( I don’t. TOMORROW!!!!!!!!!!!! Another day right? Yup. My essay….oh no.

-Shelly

I’m so frustrated. I have plenty of reasons to start eating more healthily and to exercise…it’s just that I don’t have the will power right now to carry through! It seems like “just one more thing” to do. The worst part is, I spend a small part of each day wasting time feeling guilty because I haven’t done anything yet. Ugh!

I just had a baby – however I didn’t just gain a child – I also have 25 extra pounds… I’ll keep my beautiful girl but now I’m ready to kick the pounds to the curb…!!!!