Biggest Loser

Well, I'm back after a looong time away from this. I want to get back on track because I am starting a 'Biggest Loser' competition with the bf and his family. I am really hoping I can win, more for the sake of winning than the money, but it wouldn't hurt to get the cash too! :)
Right now, I am still hanging around 173 which is pretty surprising. Usually I will gain right back what I have lost, but even since the cruise and all, I have been staying the same.
The method I'm using to lose weight this time is Weight Watchers Online. I keep myself signed up since I start and stop so much; plus it saves me money since I don't have to pay the start up fee everytime. Anyways, for anyone who is considering it, it is a really affordable option that gives you great tools and tracking to help you lose.
I am aiming for at least 10% weight loss. Obviously, we're going on percentages so it is fair for everyone.
I'm going to try to keep on top of posting and keep you posted to how I do in the competition!

- adele

Recouping...

Hi all,
I feel like I've been partying like a rockstar these past two weeks. As a part of the BF's job, he promotes and throws parties for bars, and last night was one of the parties he threw. Me and all of our friends had a blast, but I must say, drinking does not at all help with my food choices! The other night I had a slice of cheese pizza and then a few hours later, a tuna melt. Last night it was nachos and then some strange concoction I made when I got home that involved a BBQ veggie burger + baked beans + wheat bread + ketchup & bbq sauce. Actually quite yummy and I'd have never been that creative sober. Ok, I think I'm sounding like a drunk now. But I sware, I'm not! Really.
I didn't weigh myself the past two days, but it's because I've been downing water all night and as soon as my eyes open to try to rehydrate! So that would throw my numbers all off. But before that, I have been able to maintain right about 169. Obviously not even close to my goal. I only have about 4 weeks left and although I know I would love to lose quite a bit by then, I'm not sure if it will happen. With the way I'm eating/drinking, I'm grateful to be maintaining.
I'm hoping to get on better track, though; I do have some newer medium tops and shorts I need to fit into for this trip. I don't have any other options!
If you're interested at all in my food for the day so far:
Egg sandwich w/ wheat bread, lite mayo, 2 % cheese, egg beaters.
1/2 c. lowfat shells w/ white cheddar sauce.
Raspberry crystal light.
That's all for now folks.

-adele

I Cannot Tell a Lie

I'm not gonna lie to you right now: I'm drunk. There, I said it. Plain and clear; loud and strong. I ain't ashamed! I am drunk. Today, my weight was 169.7 and I still kinda ate crappy.
I ate at the same take out place 3 times today. Once for lunch (veggie sub w/ hummus) then twice as we were out for the night. (1 piece cheese pizza, then 1 tuna melt w/ lettuce, tomato, pickle, hots)....BAAADD! Right?
Whatever, I'm in the 160's and that's all I care about right now. I did come home with an unexplained huge bruise on my right shin, but that's a mystery for another day I think.
P.S. I sold my car yesterday and I get to buy a new one tomorrow. Wish me luck.

Love ya'all,
-Adele

I've Been a Bad, Bad Blogger

...And I know it. I'm sorry, but the pure and simple truth is that my weekend was a trainwreck and now I'm totally thrown off. I don't think I've ever done as many shots as I did on Saturday. We started at about 2 pm and by the end of the night I'd probably had 20 shots! It's a miracle my friends and I didn't end up in the hospital with alcohol poisoning. It's all thanks to my ex-bartender BF; he just couldn't stop pouring 'em.
I gained 2 pounds over the weekend and was up at 172. As of this morning I was at 171.
I don't know what got into me, but I think I ate crappy Friday and it just never ended. I've eaten out almost every day since Friday and it definitely doesn't help. I haven't even worked out. Since THURSDAY! I feel so ashamed, but at the same time, I still wanna stuff my face. I think I need to be smacked. And I mean that quite literally? Any takers?
I will do my best to get back on track and back online, too! Hope everyone had a great weekend. Yes, I know it's Tuesday already, but I feel like life is on fast forward lately.

XOXO
- Adele

I Love Fridays

Let's just put it simply: I ate like crap today and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. I'm sure I won't enjoy it tomorrow, but...you know...

Weight: 170.0 (up .3)

Food Log:
Breakfast: 10 pts
- Egg sandwich made w/ eggbeaters
- 1 c. home fries

Lunch: 5 pts
- lean pocket, broccoli & cheese

Snack: 4 pts
- boca chik'n patty on light wheat bread

Dinner: 8 pts
- roasted veggies w/ goat cheese on flatbread, grilled
- 1/2 c. coleslaw w/ vinaigrette
- 1 pickle slice

Snack: 4 pts
- cheese sandwich crackers

Exercise:
- none

Water Intake:
- 2 cups

Total Points:
31 pts...terrible!!

Food Journal 3/12/09

Weight: 169.7 (down .4)

Food Log:
Breakfast: 4 pts
- 1 c. Special K, red berries
- 2/3 c. skim milk
- banana

Lunch: 4 pts
- egg salad sandwich on light wheat bread w/ lettuce & pickles (4)

Dinner: 13 pts
- salad w/ ranch dressing & croutons (4)
- baked potato w/ sour cream (5)
- 1/2 bowl potato leek soup w/ 1/2 slice sourdough bread (4)

Snack: 3 pts
- skinny cow caramel cone

Exercise:
- 55 minutes, Burn Fat Boost Metabolism w/ Jillian Michaels (insane!!!)

Water Intake:
- 6 cups

Total Points:
24 pts

Food Journal 3/11/09

It's funny that I didn't even mind popping back up into the 170's because I just know that it's not going to be a struggle for me anymore to drop back down. I feel like the seal has been broken! (Knock on wood)
On a side note, I am now fitting into a smaller pant size and I can really tell a difference in how my clothes fit. I just ordered some tanks and a bikini from Old Navy for my cruise. All the tops I got in mediums and I was just trying them on. I've gotta say, I'm in love with how clothes are beginning to look on my body. I used to place an order, then try them all on, be disgusted, and return at least half of the items. (I do my shopping online) I'm proud to say that this time, I'm not returning a THING! Some of them fit a little snug, but in another month's time, I think they'll be perfect. The bikini I ordered in a large and when I put it on, I noticed the one place I really want to work to slim down is my sides (my muffin top, lol). So I've got my extra dose of motivation!
Here is yesterday's food journal. I couldn't take pics because my battery died in my camera. =(

Weight: 170.1 (up .6)

Food Log:
Breakfast: 3 pts
- 1 packet cream of wheat, maple brown sugar
- banana

Lunch: 7 pts
- 1/2 a tuna sub w/ lettuce, tomato & pickles

Snack: 2 pts
- chocolate cherry muffin

Dinner: 7 pts
- 4 small bean enchiladas (made by the BF believe it or not)
- 3 c. mixed green salad (spinach, romaine, carrots, radishes, baby corn, red & green peppers w/ 1 t. oil, 2 t. vinegar)

Snack: 2 pts
- chocolate cherry muffin

Exercise:
- 30 minutes 30 Day Shred, Level 1

Water Intake:
- 6 cups

Total Points:
21 pts