tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3041633542277189232024-02-08T10:21:57.604-06:00Paleo DietEating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-29083119832581136842011-03-06T09:45:00.000-06:002011-03-06T09:45:29.481-06:00Getting FrustratedI am officially frustrated with this whole thing. I have lost about 10 pounds in two months. I'm happy but when I'm going to the gym 5-7 days a week and usually spend a couple hours there I feel I should have lost more. I do get comments from people that can tell I lost so I try remind myself my body is changing even if the scale isn't. I am going to add in more fruits and carbs and see what happens. This last week I had a couple of outings where I had a bisquit with my meal and had desert and what happens....I dropped weight. I'm starting to wonder if a strict paleo diet doesn't work for me. The problem is I feel so much better when I eat this way. So I'm going to try keep it clean but eat more fruit and not feel bad if I eat more carbs. I'll be interested to see how this goes. The only other thing I could think of is that my body is building muscle from doing Power three times a week however, I have a hard time believing that. So I keep on trucking. Hopefully one of these weeks it will be spring and I'll be able to get outside and be more active in general which will help. It's a good thing I love Power class else I would have thrown the towel in on this whole thing and gave up...because that's what I've done in the past. But no, I'm changing my life!Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-6322672984226661452011-02-20T17:37:00.000-06:002011-02-20T17:37:15.248-06:00Slowly but surely (still)Well I am down about eight pounds, I'm suppose to be excited but I'm getting frustrated. I honestly feel like I have lost more. I think of what do I need to do different and what I've done right. First of all, I workout about 5 days a week, two of which is my weight class which I really do enjoy. The other days is cardio and I'm trying one day a week where I do a 3-4 hour workout. I've been eating pretty well with a meal or two a week that is nonpaleo. I've cut back on dairy and fruit. I do still need to drink more water. Pretty soon I'm going to count calories. Ugghh, anyways. Now is the time I need to concentrate on how good I feel rather than numbers. However, I have my physical next month so I am very curious how my labs will come back. Husband tells me not to get my hopes up because my numbers really aren't bad to start with. Although all are in normal range, my glucose could come down and my HDL could go a little higher as they were 96 and 50 last I checked. <div><br />
</div><div>Most importantly, I tried Zumba today. I lasted 30 minutes and couldn't do it anymore. I had down an hour of cardio and hour of weight class before and I just couldn't finish zumba. Maybe I didn't want to cause I did another half hour of cardio. I didn't realize how fast pace it was so I was really falling behind. Not sure if I will try it again but that half hour was quite a workout. I was probably making it harder than it really is due to my lack of dance and coordination skills. I am going to push myself like crazy this week...</div>Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-30244170972754220792011-02-02T08:18:00.000-06:002011-02-02T08:18:22.956-06:00Slowly but surelyAs of last week my weight is down a total of seven pounds! It's so slow but I have also been terrible about eating fruit, way too much fruit. So I am trying to cut down to see if that speeds things up. However it's getting to be that time of the month so I'm sure Ill gain or wont lose this week. I've continued to go to the weight lifting class about twice a week. After the first time, I was miserable. I couldn't do stairs let alone hardly walk. But after about five days I was back to normal and have gone back three more times. I get a bit sore but not to the extent its affecting my everyday life. I can almost say I enjoy going to class. My short term goals need to cut back on fruit and maybe even start a food journal (still have one when i did WW). Not only can I track but gives me ideas for things to eat. For the most part I and my husband have been doing pretty good. His weight loss is a lot fast, like 20 pounds this month! Hard to look at my 7 but just need to stay positive. I also think I can almost see the light at the end of the tunnel of winter. It has been sooo harsh, who can be active when its thirty below out. So once it gets nice out I'll be more active with walking the dogs and doing yard work. I cant wait!!! So long for now....Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-39794950614345103302011-01-22T10:52:00.000-06:002011-01-22T10:52:34.234-06:00Oh my oh myI never did zumba last week. I got a bit scared and went and did 90 minutes of cardio instead. I worked out pretty good this week, I think four times or so. You'd think I'd be down a lot but only 1 pound this week for a total of five. I know, I know thats good. Hey at least I'm not going up five. I try to remind myself weight doesn't come of quick and even though its just five pounds i've noticed changes in my body and i'm in better health by exercising. Today i actually got up early and went to a weight lifting class at the gym. Oh my, that hour of class was worse than all my workouts combined. I'm almost guaranteed I will not be walking tomorrow. But its good because I hate lifting weights and by doing this I work all muscle groups. My goal is to try stick it out and do it once a week for now. Being there's only a week left in January I don't think I am going to meet my goal weight, but thats okay.Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-15689152308840499002011-01-16T09:16:00.000-06:002011-01-16T09:16:53.484-06:00Just another dayWell a few of us went out for supper last night to a mexican restaurant and ate a meal that wasn't very paleo. But before we left I was so nervous and anxious and had to do a little self talk about how ridiculous this is, there is always going to be "something". So I had my meal with an alcoholic drink and had frozen yogurt afterwards. Felt bad at first than just realized one meal a week is moderation, and some say that's good to speed up metabolism. Who knows but I'm not going to lose sleep over it. I woke up today and had a couple eggs and an orange, back on track and that's the way to do. I can eat a nonpaleo diet just as long as its in moderation.<br />
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I'm going to the gym later on today and am thinking of trying Zumba. I don't like uncomfortable situations and that is exactly what it will be but I'm also trying to push myself cause I want to find an exercise that I enjoy. We'll see how daring I get!Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-66031131874360624452011-01-14T19:25:00.000-06:002011-01-14T19:25:27.408-06:00Starting OverIt's quite evident my paleo eating failed however, I'm trying not to look at it as failed. It doesn't matter I'm back to in and doing great! I started a few days ago on Monday weighing an embarrassing 218. I was devestated, disgusted, ashamed, etc. But everyone has a starting point. I weighed today and was at 214! The first couple days I went through all those terrible symptoms of not sleeping good and that feeling of being drunk, my head was just not right. But I'm back to feeling good and I have even been working out a few days a week. Thats right, my goal is a few days a week. I'm not making a big deal of it, I'm not setting myself up for failure. I would say I have a really good life but I'm working on cleaning it up a bit. Along with that comes I've always felt I'm always taking care of someone else (and I don't even have kids yet) and I admit I get sick of it thinking when is it my turn to be taken care of. I realized I'm probably to big of a control nut to let that happen and maybe I can look at is leading by example. I am surrounded by family, friends, coworkers that need to get healthy and I'm going to lead the way. Family and close friends are aware I eat paleo and each one has a different opinion. Other than my husband, not one person has asked more about it, asked for resources, nothing. I'm not the preaching kind so I figured I am going to do my best to change habits, especially when it comes to family. We do so well at home eating but when we go to (mostly) his parents house everything flies out the window and we become sedentary, way non paleo eaters. <br />
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Anyway, my short term goal is 200 lbs by February 1st!<br />
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I can do it!Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-31878631513545089872010-11-14T21:58:00.000-06:002010-11-14T21:58:03.044-06:00Day 32Well it's apparent I fell off the wagon a bit...like everyone talk about a hectic life. I've been doing pretty good, no I haven't. I have stayed about the same in regards to weight but had gone out of town and ate pizza one night and mashed potatoes the next. I didn't eat much of it though, but my goodness my body was not liking me. I had to go to bed early both nights as I had the worst stomach cramps. Anyway, I really need to cut the dairy and start watching the fat and I think I will definitely lose a lot more. However, eating low carb has become my normal and I have almost forgot what it was like to eat low protein. And when I think about pasta, bread, etc. I remember the weekend of pizza and potatoes and how terrible I felt.<br />
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So I continue on this journey and it's time to get this under control.....Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-22283078096442152012010-10-28T17:29:00.000-05:002010-10-28T17:29:44.747-05:00Day 84.4 pounds lost!!! Obviously it was weigh in day today and I am excited. Of course you hope for more but I talked myself into that's great and I don't deserve more as I hardly did any exercise. If you want results you need to work at it, good things don't come without working for it. <br />
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I even slept good last night, I hope that mean my body is straightening out because I cannot handle not getting a good nights sleep. I'm still amazed by how much energy I have.Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-84782658529879685832010-10-26T15:28:00.000-05:002010-10-26T15:28:26.064-05:00Day 6<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Lucida Grande'; font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 11px;">I really need to quit weighing myself everyday. I've lost about 3.5 pounds which is great and I'm excited but disappointed on the other side. I know this is going to take time and 3.5 is really actually a lot especially since I have not been doing much exercise. However today I did an hour of cardio!!! I really wanted to quit after a half hour of walking but then I thought about the pictures I took of myself and kept going but I did some intervals of running and also cranked the incline way up. It's a good start.</span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Lucida Grande'; font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 11px;"><br />
</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Lucida Grande'; font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 11px;">At work today we had a meeting and there was so many bagels and cream cheese. Of course I didn't have any. Then a friend who knows I'm on this new eating plan asked "Doesn't bug you to be the only one in this room not eating these delicious bagels?" Keep in mind this friend has such stomach problems, but eats a high carb low fat diet. I just responded, if you knew how great I felt you'd understand, no it doesn't bug me at all. And thats the truth. I said that before when on weight watchers but I was lying and trying to convince myself I didn't want that food when really that's all I could think about. I've really been impressed with myself.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Lucida Grande'; font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 11px;"><br />
</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Lucida Grande'; font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 11px;">My only complaint again was a terrible night of sleep...this has got to change. Other than that I'm still going strong!</span></span><br />
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I had trouble sleeping last night, which is so uncommon for me. Heard it happens when you go into ketosis. I hope that changes soon. I felt so wired all evening, a huge turn around from dragging. I was even going to the gym today, then I realized I didn't have my key so no work out for me but did just go for a walk. Other than that, I'm still feeling great!<br />
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I found a new favorite, sauteed broccoli with onions and bacon, delicious!Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-13864130616098172742010-10-24T16:00:00.000-05:002010-10-24T16:00:34.578-05:0010/24/10 Day 4Woke up at 7:30 this morning, I was awake and ready to start the day. I actually laid in bed thinking what is going on with me, I should be sleeping for a couple more hours and I never wake up feeling refreshed. Another change I am noticing. I am such an analyzer that I wish I knew exactly what was happening. Unlike yesterday, I have my meals planned. I made my chicken and it was okay, remember I am not the cook. I had that, a couple carrots and some cauliflower. I find it so weird that I am eating less but not feeling hungry. It is also very weird why I'm not craving carbs, because before Thursday there would be days that I wouldn't eat any protein and now it doesn't bug me. However, I am waiting for the other shoe to drop. I'm having taco salad tonight for supper as then I can bring left overs for lunch tomorrow. Then spaghetti using spaghetti squash for supper. Things have changed so dramatically I almost feel like a new person.<br />
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I always watch the Biggest Loser and see everyone having "emotional breakthroughs", I often wonder if I will ever have one. I admit I have things that I haven't really dealt with and things I keep to myself but I cannot say that made me the way I am today. I also can't say I'm overweight because I eat when I'm bored, emotional, etc. As of now I ate because it tasted good. Maybe along this journey I'll find my breakthrough.<br />
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Well like I said yesterday, I took pictures. Looked at them again and couldn't believe that is me, I still can't believe it. In looking at them, I realized I technically have 100 pounds to lose however I don't think I could ever get there so I'm looking at losing about 70. It will be hard to do but it is realistic. Holy, I have a long way to go.Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-59604214067862341442010-10-23T16:49:00.000-05:002010-10-23T16:49:04.207-05:0010/23/10 Day 3I think I am over being so dang tired, actually I feel great. First day that E is gone and I didn't plan any meals so Buffalo Wild Wings for supper it was. Have a chicken sitting out for tomorrow though. I had ketones in my urine!!! Very exciting for me since it has probably never happened before. Took pictures of myself today, I don't think you realize how much weight you have to lose until you do something like that. I had my moments of crying and being disgusted with myself but turned it around to I'll never see that person again...I hope. I did weight myself, down 3 pounds since Thursday, unbelievable!Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-57189251434988063692010-10-23T10:05:00.000-05:002010-10-23T10:05:00.103-05:0010/22/10 Day 2Planning, planning, planning...there is nothing convenient about eating this way. Especially who me who is not a meal planner and doesn't like to cook, that's why I would usually skip breakfast and eat out for lunch then E would make supper. Now I have to plan two meals, ugghh. Well same breakfast, and brought left over taco salad for lunch. Today I'm starting to think this isn't bad and I might be able to do it. Got home after work and was talking to E about our days and eating. Just in 24 hours I have realized a huge change (keep in mind I analyze everything, he doesn't and he regularly eats this way), I'm not on a roller coaster ride of feeling full and starving, I stay pretty leveled out, although I still feel a bit fatigued. But I haven't really been craving carbs yet, which is a huge surprise. He talked about how he doesn't crash in the afternoon and a light bulb went off...either do I! Well we had KFC double downers and chicken wings for supper, and I was satisfied. I still need to work on limiting my pop but that is going to be a work in progress. Well E leaves tomorrow for the weekend so I am on my own. If I can make it through the weekend I will survive. However, I feel so much better that I think I'll be okay. I don't miss the feeling gross bloated irritated stomach. I do need to get back to the gym. Baby steps.Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-304163354227718923.post-20146878098223031922010-10-23T09:50:00.000-05:002010-10-23T09:50:51.807-05:0010/21/10 First DayFirst day of a dramatic life change. I was a huge carb eater, and didn't eat much meat as I don't enjoy cooking my any means. So when my husband encouraged me to eat this way with him I figured I could do a meal but would fail, on top of I'm kind of skeptical. We read Robb Wolf's book and my husband "E" is big into research and science and provided me with more facts. I figured I would give it a try but it's not going to work. Keep in mind I'm still eating dairy and I'm trying to rid myself of Diet Dew and artificial sweeteners...this is going to be a work in progress. So Day 1....Woke up and ate scramble eggs with bacon and fresh mushrooms and didn't feel like I ate anything. Got to work and all I could do was watch the clock and count the hours until lunch, I was so tired. Lunch game, no Olive Garden but leftover steak, broccoli, and an apple. After eating I had to congratulate myself as I had made it 5 hours on this Paleo plan. Well I dragged on through the day. Talk about tired despite the diet dew. I think the only thing that got me through the day was knowing I was having taco salad for supper, no chips of course. Had apple for snack. I felt good but still so tired, fell asleep before 9pm.Eating Paleohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03520691264461106867noreply@blogger.com0