SlimChelle

Hi everyone. I’m hanging in there on day two of diet modification. Still not exercising this week because I’m getting over a nasty respiratory infection and can’t fully breathe yet. What I’m thinking about today is how my diet efforts keep getting sabotaged by myself and others. My skinny coworker brought in chocolate cake today. It took a lot of time and effort, not to avoid it, but to convince her that sitting it in front of me all day was not going to make me eat it. Family, especially mamma is also good for tempting me to stray. Mamma comes from the old school where you show someone you love them when you cook for them and give them special treats and then they are offended or think something is wrong with you if you don’t gobble everything up. So, my biggest challenge today is setting boundaries with myself and others. I have no problem saying no, my problem is getting comfortable with saying no and convincing myself and others that I’m not turning down extra food to hurt them or me, but I am choosing something that is healthier for myself and it’s okay to disappoint others. Now, the true test is can I disappoint myself when not allowing myself to indulge in old comforts. Time to find new ways to comfort and reward myself. Hmmmm………

Okay, Here I go again.  I started to work towards my New Year’s Resolution in January to lose 100 pounds this year.  Got going strong, eating right, going to the gym, lost 20 lbs….then life happened and I got side tracked for about three months (holidays, sickness, stress, family).  My goal now is not just to get back on track with my weight loss plan, but to figure out why I keep sabatogizing my efforts.   Life will continue to go on whether I am losing weight or not.  I know this and in my heart I want to get this weight off more than anything…but why can’t I follow through?  I’m searching for the answer to mine and probably many in my same boat, why can’t I stay in for the fight…why do I jump off the wagon as soon as it picks up speed?  I think I need to do some serious self exploration here and look at my problem as more of an addiction, in that I compulsively overeat and need to take things one day at a time, while working hardest on relapse prevention.  Hopefully I can learn something along the way that may inspire some of you.  As always, I’d love to hear your opinions and experience.

Michelle

Hi Slimbuddies,
It’s been a long time since I wrote a blog. Well, my weight loss plan is still in the works, but lost steam over the last month. I got the flu and that led me to get off track of my diet and exercise for the two weeks I was sick, then two more weeks after that. Luckily I didn’t gain too much weight back, just a couple pounds. But it sure teaches me how much work goes into weight management. I so envy the skinny people that got good genes and can eat all they want! I have to work so hard to get my metabolism going…it acts like its in a constant state of hibernation. I need some inspiration from some of you who also struggle with sluggish metabolisms and hitting plateaus one after the other! I’d love to hear how you guys have dealt with this problem…thanks! P.S. I also have a huge problem with late night munching…it’s like my brain completely shuts off and the food addiction takes over!
Michelle

Hi everyone…I’m staying on track and plan to stay there tonight too. Hope you all have fun watching the Superbowl and having healthy snacks! I’m having turkey chili and raw veggies with light ranch dip. I passed up pizza and hot wings earlier today! Remember, nothing tastes as good as reaching our weight loss goals feels!!!!

TTYS,
Chelle

Hi Buddies,
I had a good week. The bet at work is giving me the motivation I need to jumpstart my new healthier lifestyle. I am coming to appreciate healthy eating and physical activity. I must admit that there are hard times that I want to give in to my junk food cravings…but they pass. I just keep my eyes on the prize, not just the money, but my life long dream to wear a bikini and look good in it!!!! How are y’all doing with your weight loss?
TTYL,
Michelle

Hey Buddyslim family!
How is everyone doing? I’m doing well with my food intake…I just have to up the ante on my exercise now. I joined a bet at work to see who can lose the most weight in three months. It’s just a jumpstart for me, but good motivation. I could win over a thousand dollars at the end! Hope you all are staying on track!
Chelle

Hi all,
Well, I made it through day one of my detox from all that sugary, greasy garbage I was eating over the holidays…well, honestly I miss all that scrumptious overindulgence. But, I feel less bloated today. Didn’t get to ride tonight cause I worked late..but I’ll get on that bike soon. Hope you all had a wonderful day!

Ok ladies, tomorrow is the day…I’m restarting my regimin…cut back, move more. I plan to lose 100 pounds this year…no ifs, ands, or buts about it…sorry for the pun! I hope you all will join me on reaching that weight loss goal we’ve put off for so long. This is our year…I want to see all of us in bikinis by this summer!!!! Good luck and stay in touch…let’s motivate and support one another, especially since the withdrawals from all that holiday good eatin’ will be a bitch!!!!!
TTYS,
Michelle

Hi buddies,
Happy New Year everyone! Hope you all had a safe and enjoyable holiday season. I am looking forward to a year of renewal and losing lots and lots of weight. Please join me in a new weight loss challenge!!! It’s our time in 2009!

Hi Buddyslim family,
Happy Holidays to all of you! Sorry I haven’t written in a while. I hope you all are having a safe, healthy, blessed, and joyous holiday season. I wish you all weight loss success in the new year. I look forward to joining all of you on a new, weight loss journey starting in 2009. I got a bicycle for Christmas and am loving it! I plan to ride my way thin, get back into the gym, and start eating healthfully. I look forward to sharing this process with you and hearing all of your plans for the new year!!

Happy Holiday,
Michelle