Finding Me

I've finally decided it's time to do something about how I feel about myself. There's been an exceptionally long period of time that I've been ridiculously disgusted with my body. I've been working so hard on developing and getting to know who I am on the inside that I've completely ignored how I look on the outside. It's about time the two sides met up. Now I've been paying much closer attention to how and what I have been eating or drinking for a few months now but nothing too specific. By simply lowering the amount of pop I drink each day and the amount of junk I eat I have lost 22 pounds. But I yo-yo with my weight. Flexing up and down by about 5 pounds. I don't want to do that anymore.

I joined LA Fitness before my surgery and then things sort of spiralled in the health department before then. I'm glad the surgery is done but I don't want to fall victim to the emotional eating and weight gain that a lot of women experience after a full hysterectomy.

It's time to go back to the gym. I am going to start off simple. Three mornings a week (Monday, Wednesday, Saturday) I will attend water aerobics. In addition to this I have ordered "Flirty Girl Fitness" - the work out DVD to do at home. It's supposed to drop 2 pant sizes in just 10 days. We're about to test that theory. I am going to take before pictures, though I don't think I'll post them here!! But if it really starts to work, I might. We'll see.

The diet - I'm not big on the word "diet". I like to eat what I want, when I want. I am pretty good about staying away from junk. It's not an issue for me to buy cookies or ice cream for the kids because I know I won't eat it. I can't cut starch out of my life because I'm just not strong enough to say NO to a baked potato, mashed potatos, or rice! I can admit that freely. I do think I'm strong enough to limit the amount of those things I eat. So that's my plan. I will eat a reasonable breakfast each morning. Something like a whole grain waffle, a yogurt, and some fruit. If I need a snack between breakfast and lunch I will stick with string cheese or a cottage cheese cup. Lunch will be made instead of bought each day. Turkey, ham, or chicken sandwiches on wheat bread along with some fresh veggies. I'll drink plenty of water all day long. Dinners are usually simple anyway. Once I'm back at work they'll be had there. Maybe lean cuisine or a salad from home. Can't wait to get the grill out again!

So, there it is. My plan of action to shape myself into the person I want to be.

Blogging will help my progress, I hope. :~)