Snowed In

I have made it to the gym 1 time during all of these blizzards. I have lost 5 lbs miraculously. But there is still more to go. That five lbs must have been stabilizing the rest of the fat. Now I feel like a Jello Jiggler. Great motivation to continue. I am so ready for spring! What are you guys doing to stay in shape during the blizzard? Please don't tell me shoveling snow. Any new recipes?

Anybody here?

Has everyone "checked out?"

Metabolism has left the building!

I've done good keeping to a steady work out schedule and I feel much better to be back in the gym. However, my big "downer" is that I have no idea how to get rid of this ridiculous "ring-o-fat" I've accumlated around my midsection. I've been eating much better, but I've noticed that when I really reduce my portions and such, I feel very drained in between meals. The converse of that, is that I feel full or bloated just about always (even when I'm actually hungry) -- that makes a ton of sense now doesn't it. Basically, my conclusion is that in the last 2 years of my life, my metabolism has shut off. I have none. I lost some quick weight when getting back in the gym, but I've lost none as of late, but more important than the numbers is that I still look like a swollen toad :(

So, what the heck can I do to spark it up and begin to shred some fat off of me. If it means eating like a bird, then count me out (I'd rather be pudgy). Food and the joy of eating time and that atmosphere with friends and family is very important to me. However, I do want to continue to "improve" my eating habits. I'm looking more for workout-based forms of fat burning.

Bring on some ideas!

Seacrest out.

heathly, fast and delicious?

If you guys are like me, you are often busy and don't have time to cook a nutritious, delicious meal so I thought I would post some reviews of healthy frozen meals I try....feel free to do the same :)

Healthy Choice Chicken Pad Thai: Just tried this one tonight and I have to say I wasn't impressed. It wasn't great but it was edible. I would give it a 5/10. Definitely doesn't compare to real pad thai.

Morningstar Farms Veggie Burgers: Love them! Just stick them in the microwave, stick them on a bun (preferably whole wheat) and you have a delicious healthy burger. When it gets warmer you can also throw them on the grill but since I can't even see our grill right now under the pile of snow that might have to wait a while.

I will post more as I try them!

Update for month 2

I have improved my 5k by 19 seconds and inreased my bench press by 25#!!! WOOTY WOOT WOOT!!!! It will only continue to get harder as you get closer to your goals so stay motivated! Ya'll can do it! PS- I had peanut butter M & M's today and oreo pudding after dinner tonight- oops :)

in survival mode

Basically, my exercising and eating haven't been stellar lately. I am actually doing okay nutritionally with a few exceptions, but just haven't had the time to work out much recently. Between spending 13ish hours at the hospital every day (12 on a good day) and being on call twice in the last 4 days I haven't had a ton of workout time. I've basically been in survival mode, just trying to make it through the days. However, I've been working out when I can and that's the best I can do for now. I did shovel snow for an hour and a half yesterday after my workout so that was a little bonus calorie burn. On the upside, I am down about 4 lbs. so I am happy with that progress....just 8 more to go! Keep it up guys and remember that this is a long-term change not a short-term fix so there's sure to be ups and downs but we've just got to roll with them and as Tony Horton would say "do your best and forget the rest." ;)

Kent, I was at Outback on Thursday night too. I must have sneaked past you.

But seriously, my workout and diet have been subpar the past few weeks. I have been fighting the fevers again, and that wears me out. So I eat crap and don't exercise much. I need to get back on the fitness wagon. Yesterday, I trudged through the snow to visit my dad. Today, I should grab the shovel and start digging out. I would much rather do ballet, but the snow isn't going anywhere on its own.

I reached one of my goals. I lost a clothing size. Yeah me! I am not done yet.

Keep your chins up and fight the good fight. Don't let the fat beat you!

Recon mission

Last night I happened to come across two fellow McFatties members at Outback. I tried to talk them out of it, but they wouldn't listen! (I didn't eat the healthiest either though haha)


How's everyone doing lately? I started a journal this week, and it is really helping me stay motivated. You guys should consider it too!

Back in the saddle!!

So as I started week 5...really only week 4 of working out...my ankle still hurt but i played basketball on Tuesday and the ankle hurt but I could play. I ran today for a couple miles and lifted this afternoon before work. My weight went up to 190 for the beginning of the week but I'm hopeful it will drop in the next couple of weeks as I amp up my cardio. So excited for the next couple of weeks and hoping the weather gets better so i can run outside some!!! keep on keeping on!!!!

Late Addition

Hey Gang!

Sorry its been soo long for me to get in on this. I've been working on stuff I just haven't sat down to write it out ;)

So my number one goal is to look smoking hot in my wedding dress come may 29th :) woo woo!

For me its not really a number goal to achieve...its more the look.

My goals are to firm up my arms, abs, and thighs.

I'm trying to achieve this by changing my diet and workout.

So far things have been going well. Joey and I are working out in the mornings 4 days a week...which is quite the improvement for me since I haven't been in a gym in quite a while. I play soccer 2 times a week so I'm getting my cardio that way. Also... as far as diet goes I'm doing better but still need some work. The main accomplishment is that I've been eating breakfast consistently lately. After joe and I work out, we have a paleo breakfast together.

So far that is my update.... more to come I'm sure.... well hopefully...took me a while to figure out how to post ;) haha