Archive for August, 2008

August 7

Thursday, August 7th, 2008

Hello, Friends!

Hope your week is going well. We’re on the downward slope to the weekend! Anyone have fun plans? I think we’re going to the county rodeo. I’ve never been to the rodeo.

Things are going well in my corner of the world. The scales rewarded me with a nice surprise this morning. My official weigh-in day is not until Monday…so, until then. I’m more than a little surprised as I’ve not been on the treadmill for a week. I’ve decided to schedule my C25K into my day instead of winging it. So, as of today, the minute I sign off of work…I immediately change clothes and get on the treadmill. No thoughts required….it’s how I roll.:D

We are still doing our family veggie challenge. Yesterday, we tried our first artichoke. Other than warm chip dips at a restarurant, I’ve never eaten artichoke. I loved them. My Hubby and youngest were blase…my oldest said that artichokes smell like a wet dog! I guess Mom gets to keep artichokes for herself. Today, we will make a foray into the land of fresh brussel sprouts.

Hope everyone has a great on-plan day.

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On-plan day…..(drum roll please)…..25!

Friday, August 1st, 2008

Yep, Rhonda has found her mojo again.  Can you believe that I’ve been on-plan for 25 days?! So, you ask “from whence comes this newfound committment?” Well, there was no one single Hallmark moment….rather, I had a series of events and thoughts that coalesced into one single driving need to finally see One-derland and, ultimately, my goal weight of 150. 

  • My 44th birthday last month.  I don’t want to waste one more minute of my life wishing I were thinner, healthier and more energetic.
  • Trying on clothes in preparation for my trip to FL - mirrors+too tight clothing = major sadness and defeat
  • My bout with major depression has been relieved with the assistance of some wonderful meds and some forgotten bio-feedback techniques.
  • The wonderful success of some of my peeps on 3FC has renewed my hope that this is possible.  I can lose weight, too.

Over the last 25 days, I’ve removed all refined sugars from my diet, re-started my modified C25K program and started trying new fruits, veggies and whole grains.  I can’t remember the last time I felt this good both physically and mentally.  Life is good and I’m enjoying the ride!

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