Ok, so no one would want to see me in a bikini - or really any sort of swim suit!! But, after a week of trying to stay committed to counting calories, and only one successful day - I've decided to give the South Beach Diet a try.
I read the book YEARS ago, when it was first popular. But I've dusted off the cover and spent much of my day reading both the book and various online websites. I think for now, it's the best option for me. At least worthy of a try! I'm spending much of my afternoon lurking over at the 3 Fat Chicks forums - specifically in the South Beach section. I feel like I'm arming myself with the best knowledge possible.
Unfortuntaely, at the moment my living situation is such that the fridge isn't just mine. (Which has been a downfall for me recently!) So I'm having to really test my will power.
Now if you'll excuse me, my two year old is napping and I finally have a chance to watch last nights "Biggest Loser"!!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
My Breaking Point
I've spent the last eight years of my life wishing I were thinner, and in that process? I've done nothing but gained weight; more than 100 pounds actually.
Five years ago, my husband lost 110 pounds. I gained 30 that year. Two years ago, I lost 50 pounds. The next two years (after some drastic life changes) I gained 90.
But I've finally hit my breaking point.
Three days after Christmas was when I finally figured out what Rock bottom is. Our whole family went to an indoor playground in my hometown, and my two year old was having the time of her life. She ran from the swings and slides, to the giant foam pit and then to the bouncy houses. Back and fourth, all morning with a huge smile on her face.
I've always said I wanted to be a "Cool" Mom. I wanted to do more than sit on the sidelines, I want to get down and get dirty. I want to climb on the play ground equipment, and play tag. I want to coach soccer and play tether ball. So, I did just that - I tried to join her in the bouncy house.
One problem. As a safety measure, the entry to the bounce house was a flap, but it was attached at the top and at the bottom so that you couldn't fall out if you bounced into it. My two year old climbed through the opening no problem. My 160 pound husband did the same. When it came to my turn? I got stuck at the waist. My husband pulling from the inside, my mother in law pushing from the out. By the time I made it in, I was too exhausted (and embarrassed) to do anything but take photos.
Five years ago, my husband lost 110 pounds. I gained 30 that year. Two years ago, I lost 50 pounds. The next two years (after some drastic life changes) I gained 90.
But I've finally hit my breaking point.
Three days after Christmas was when I finally figured out what Rock bottom is. Our whole family went to an indoor playground in my hometown, and my two year old was having the time of her life. She ran from the swings and slides, to the giant foam pit and then to the bouncy houses. Back and fourth, all morning with a huge smile on her face.
I've always said I wanted to be a "Cool" Mom. I wanted to do more than sit on the sidelines, I want to get down and get dirty. I want to climb on the play ground equipment, and play tag. I want to coach soccer and play tether ball. So, I did just that - I tried to join her in the bouncy house.
One problem. As a safety measure, the entry to the bounce house was a flap, but it was attached at the top and at the bottom so that you couldn't fall out if you bounced into it. My two year old climbed through the opening no problem. My 160 pound husband did the same. When it came to my turn? I got stuck at the waist. My husband pulling from the inside, my mother in law pushing from the out. By the time I made it in, I was too exhausted (and embarrassed) to do anything but take photos.
So here it is, January 11, 2011 and here I sit - fatter than ever. It's time to change my life. I've joined SparkPeople.com to count my calories. My kid sister has started her own journey - already having lost 6 pounds! I'm ready to do this! I need to do this!
So join me on my journey!
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