Looking down between my feet, I sometimes wonder when will I ever see that number again?
Although I can't complain too much, I have kept myself from reaching double numbers when it comes to clothing sizes. I'm 4'11, that's a big deal for me. I do not want to see myself go backwards. Losing 95 pounds was a life changer for me. The journey was INCREDIBLE. I learned so many things about myself. I became a better person and stronger on the inside because of it. Even though once we lose the weight, our journey still continues due to "maintenance." We are on a new page. Plus, eating healthy feels so much better than eating terrible and feeling so bloated and yucky right?
As my goal continues to gain lean muscle and lose unwanted stored fat, time decided to speed up and viola, this week was my birthday! No no, please, no happy birthday song! 46! HOLY COW 46!!!
Aging and metabolism. These two need a summit or something. For those of you in your 40's and up that are trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle, I have a feeling you know what I'm talking about.
I mean look at us, we can't eat or drink like we did in our 20's and 30's. Our metabolism can become lazy and oh so slow, (yes that's what I like to call it) the older we get. If you haven't quite experienced this, trust me, there will be a time you will!
Although I can't complain too much, I have kept myself from reaching double numbers when it comes to clothing sizes. I'm 4'11, that's a big deal for me. I do not want to see myself go backwards. Losing 95 pounds was a life changer for me. The journey was INCREDIBLE. I learned so many things about myself. I became a better person and stronger on the inside because of it. Even though once we lose the weight, our journey still continues due to "maintenance." We are on a new page. Plus, eating healthy feels so much better than eating terrible and feeling so bloated and yucky right?
So as I'm in the maintenance mode, I created a new goal for myself. BEFORE I TURN 50 I want to get back to that number with the increase of lean muscle. I haven't quite decided if I want to take up Jessica's invitation and train to compete. Silly, I know but for me it will be some serious WORK because I don't have the 'skinny gene.' But 50 whoahhhhh, slow down CLOCK -- slow down!
We are all built differently. We all have places in our bodies where our fat cells just don't want to depart with their buddies. WELL I'M ABOUT TO BREAK UP THE PARTY! I wasn't born with the good gene that some have. Yea you people, the one's that don't exercise at all, eat what you want and you have a lean body. I have to fight for it every day. Do I get tired? NO! I create little fun competitions with myself to keep myself engaged in my own fitness.
Stay with me as I journal my weekly/bi weekly progress! Some that I may see as I lift beside you, this will probably be my gym face for a while
Some may say WHAT she only has 15 lbs to lose. Well guess what this 15lbs trying to reach 110 has been a struggle with my ridiculous metabolism that I'm about to have a 'COME TO JESUS MOMENT' with!
Some may say WHAT she only has 15 lbs to lose. Well guess what this 15lbs trying to reach 110 has been a struggle with my ridiculous metabolism that I'm about to have a 'COME TO JESUS MOMENT' with!
Although the lighting was not good here. Here is
DAY# 1. Weight 125 Percentage of fat 23%
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I like your articles! Your personality, with all its energy and cheeriness, sure shine through. And dang girl, looking GOOD!
ReplyDeleteYou definitely seem to know what you are doing when it comes to fitness and diet (to say the least), but to aid in your journey, here is something you may not have thought of: cut out the oil. It's like white sugar, but oil form. A totally processed food...the pure oil, with its micronutrients, fiber, etc. stripped. Better to just eat the straight up whole food: the olive (or flaxseed, or whatever). Sure it's the "good fats," but we eat enough of the good fats through almonds, peanut butter, avocado, etc...why purposefully add more and all those extra calories? Plus, one TB is 120 cal of pure fat, 14% of which is saturated fat. I don't cook with oil. Instead, when sauteing veggies or using a frying pan, I just use water or broth, and add more when the liquid cooks away. For baking, I'm sure you've heard of applesauce, bananas, or even white or black beans as substitutes. For roasting veggies/oven cooking, I'll use parchment paper. If I do need it to grease a pan for something I will literally just take one drop and rub it around. Oil is potent stuff! Anyway, there has been some literature written on it. One of the notable chefs in the unprocessed movement is Chef AJ. She was interviewed about oil: http://happyherbivore.com/2010/07/interview-chef-aj/. Anyway, just wanted to provide you with some more support and info! :) ~Camille
I am going to try this. Thank you for sharing this. THIS IS GREAT INPUT -- YE!
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