Skychick's Log

[skychick]

Hi Mermaid,

I switched up my diet about two weeks ago. I'm focusing on more of a calories in/calories out approach. I try to eat mostly healthy, unprocessed foods and then I allow myself a daily treat (whatever I want--for me that's sugar--but under 250 calories). I find this approach works well for me because it emphasizes moderation. I don't have the rock solid willpower some of these other ladies have. I want something I can work with for a long time, and I feel this works well for me. It's not too extreme. It's reasonable. Is it perfect? Of course not. But is it pretty good? Yeah, I think so. One of the bigger downsides is that I'm probably not getting enough protein. I'm not lifting super heavy or doing too many sets right now so I'm OK with that. In a few weeks I'll mix things up and add more weight/more sets. At that point I might modify my diet by adding more protein. But I seriously doubt I'll take away my daily treat. As for progress towards my goals...last week I lost 5 pounds and this week I lost 2 pounds. Sounds pretty good to me. I go in to get my body fat % measured this week so we'll see what that says. Last month it was 29%, so my new reading will give me a good idea if I'm losing muscle/water or fat. Thanks for your comments.

 

[scorpiogirl]

I think Mermaid and I are seeing the same things, therefore, bringing them up in hope that you don't fall off the wagon. Definitely no harm intended - only the best vibes sent your way!!! I'm excited to know your bf test results since you've lost 7 lbs in the last 2 weeks. Good luck!!

 

[skychick]

Day 56...

Food:
Meal 1: 1 whole wheat English muffin, 2 tsp reduced fat margarine, 2 slices fat free cheese
Meal 2: 1/2 cup sliced peaches, 4 tbsp lite cool whip
Meal 3: 1 tortilla, 4 oz chicken, 4 tbsp salsa, 2 oz cheese, lettuce, 1 Hostess Zinger
Meal 4: 1 cup steamed spinach, 1/2 cup brown rice, 6 oz lean steak, 1 fudgecicle

Exercise: 45 min run/walk with hills

 

[mermaid]

I think Mermaid and I are seeing the same things, therefore, bringing them up in hope that you don't fall off the wagon. Definitely no harm intended - only the best vibes sent your way!!! I'm excited to know your bf test results since you've lost 7 lbs in the last 2 weeks. Good luck!!

As SG said, absolutely no harm intended. I am glad you are still making progress

 

[skychick]

Week 9

Weight is down to 149 (finally back in the 140s!!)--2 lb loss from last week.

Day 57...

Food:
Meal 1: smoothie: 1/2 banana, 1/2 cup strawberries, 6 oz plain yoghurt, 1/2 cup OJ, 1/2 cup skim milk
Meal 2: 1 packet oatmeal
Meal 3: baked potato, 1/2 cup broccoli, 2 oz low fat cheese
Meal 4: 6 oz steak, 1/2 cup brown rice, steamed spinach, 1 Hostess Zinger
Meal 5: 1 piece bread w/ 1 tsp peanut butter

Exercise: upper body. Per ex, 2 sets of 12-15 reps.

 

[skychick]

Day 58...

Ugh, I ate crap today. Sugar binge big time.

Food:
Meal 1: 1 english muffin with 2 tsp margarine, 2 slices fat free cheese
Meal 2: 1 orange
Meal 3: 1 baked potato, 1/2 cup broccoli, 2 oz low fat cheese, 4 pieces hard candy
Meal 4: 1 packet oatmeal
Meal 5: 6 oz steak, 1/2 cup brown rice, spinach, 1 Hostess Zinger, several handfuls of buttered popcorn at the movies
Meal 6: Full on binge: 1 piece chocolate covered ginger, 1 Lindt chocolate candy, 1 large chocolate pecan cookie, several spoonfuls lite cool whip, 1 Hostess Zinger, 2 Hostess cupcakes
How embarassing.

Exercise: planned day off.

 

[skychick]

Day 59...

Food:
Meal 1: 2 eggs, 1/3 cup oat bran, 1/3 cup blueberries, 1 tbsp flaxseed oil
Meal 2: 1 chicken breast, salad, yam
Meal 3: 1/2 apple, 1 cup plain non-fat yoghurt, 2 tbsp wheat germ
Meal 4: salmon, salad, sunflower seeds, melon, 2 squares dark chocolate

Exercise: 60 minute step class

 

[buffalogal]

Hi Skychick, just checking in. Am curious to find out if you made your goal yesterday...

 

[skychick]

Hi Buffalogal...I'm thinking about waiting until January to get my BF tested. I ate a ton of sugar a couple days ago and didn't want to get my BF tested the next day. I'll probably wait a couple more weeks.

Day 60...

Food:
Meal 1: oat bran, flaxseed oil, blueberries, 2 eggs
Meal 2: salmon, salad, sweet potato
Meal 3: plain yoghurt, wheat germ, 1/2 apple
Meal 4: chicken breast, salad, pumpkin seeds, melon, 2 squares dark chocolate
Meal 5: 1/5 apple, 1 tbsp peanut butter

Exercise: long walk; lower body weights--2 sets of 12-15 reps

 

[buffalogal]

Skychick, if you had gotten your BF tested on Wednesday, it may have added some more motivation if you hadn't met your goal. I know it's hard to do mentally, but next time you set a date get it tested, no matter what you had to eat the day before. Good luck in January...