My exercise streak is intact. Yesterday was a very long day and I confess that I completely forgot about exercising until my husband mentioned, "...and you still have to exercise..." I really did not WANT to exercise, but the beauty of the streak is that it doesn't matter what you want. You just do it. And I did.
I managed to trip and hurt my right foot pretty badly about a week ago. It hurts to walk, but luckily, does not hurt at all when I ride my exercise bike.
In other news, I have been (mostly) cookie-free since January 13. I accidentally ate a cookie at a social gathering a week or so ago and didn't realize until afterward that I ate it. I mean, I knew I ate it, but I had forgotten that I wasn't eating cookies. I did not allow that as a reason to eat a whole batch of cookies, though, so that's something.
A friend recently entered a weight-loss contest. She told me that she wasn't worried about the eating and exercising part because "that's easy." She's just worried about getting weighed in front of people.
And I thought how true it is. Eating right and exercising is not hard if you really want to do it. I'm frustrated with myself because I keep eating wrong and overeating. It's like I want the results, but I don't really want to do the right thing. WHAT'S WRONG WITH ME?
But it's a new day. And it's easy to eat right and exercise. Right?
Love your blog! I agree with you 100% I also lost a lot of weight, 80lbs to be exact, and it is difficult to lose and maintain the weight. Every day, heck, evey meal is a concious effort to make the right decision. And even though we have the knowledge to make the best diet and exercise decisions, it doesn't always mean that we do. It is tough. I also have a blog about dieting and weight loss - 150 of the Healthiest Foods in 150 Days - www.stacycacciatore.com and I found that what works for me is focusing on the healthy food that I CAN eat, instead of all of the stuff that I can't. But, it is still a struggle - every single day!
Stacy
www.stacycacciatore.com
http://stacia222.wordpress.com
Posted by: Stacy | January 25, 2010 at 08:09 AM
Well...I don't know if easy is the word I'd use. LOL It's awfully challenging for me, but I guess we're all different!
Good for you on the exercise streak. You're a superstar. :)
Posted by: Nicole | January 25, 2010 at 06:36 PM
Good for you! On both the exercise streak and being (almost) cookie free.
I skipped my exercise for almost a week- stopped by rains and visitors, but woke up today and got back on the stair step. I'm not proud that I broke my streak, but I am proud that I got back on track.
Also, I did not use guests as an opportunity to over-eat...so I feel good about that.
Posted by: Carrie | January 25, 2010 at 09:05 PM
I'm basically starting over from where I was a year ago and I did most of the damage over the holidays. I think never giving up is key. I'll never give up like I did when I was my heaviest. I just can't allow myself to accept that not running and not eating healthy is okay. I deserve better. Congratulations on your streak!
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Posted by: KIM21ll | January 27, 2010 at 04:21 AM
I am also trying to keep on an exercising steak, but it is difficult. I found that spinning classes are motivating and less boring than running on the treadmill.
Posted by: AMH in Ohio | January 27, 2010 at 10:20 AM
Atta Girl! Exercising when you don't want to, phew I praise you on that! You are very motivating and inspiring, please blog more often!
Posted by: kathryn | January 27, 2010 at 05:03 PM
Good job on the streak! It's great motivation to have a goal and it's even better when you can stick to your plan.
Posted by: nick | January 28, 2010 at 09:13 AM
Hi Miss Mel - How are you doing? Long time no visit. I am an ass. You are not alone...I, too, have fallen HARD off the weight loss trail and alas - my ass has grown back to 175. 175!! Shit! Anyway, just wanted to let you know that, well, I'm around and considering getting "back on the horse" or something like that. I can't stand looking at my big, crepe-y butt anymore. xoxo love to you - have missed you and hope you're doing well
Posted by: breckgirl | January 28, 2010 at 09:28 PM
There is always pleasure after pain... :)
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