I wish I could feel "very sweaty" like you.  I just can't seem to sweat much.  That's probably not very healthy.

Today I did an hour on the Eliptical and then a routine of abs, back, and chest.  My heart monitor said I burned 682 calories.

I arrived to work 30 minutes late as usual!  It's just hard to leave the gym.  I think I should call in healthy! 

Wanda

So I just got back from the OH conference in Houston. I felt that content-wise it was one of the better ones I have been to, but then again it could be because I am in a place in my "journey."

Jeremy,  fitness guy, gave me an hour of his time one on one to talk about my exercise and nutrition. There could be several things going on, so he made some suggestions.

First I'm going to lower my protein intake (I was getting up to 180 g's per day.  He suggested between 120 and 130 is plenty, and that at 2 years out absorption  is not as much of an issue. In lieu of the protein I'm cutting, I'm going to add some carbs. Of course, this scares me!  In addition,  I'm going to cut my cardio down to 2 HIGH intensity interval sessions a week, plus a 30 mile bike ride. Weight training will remain, but it will be a consistent 4 times a week.

The caloric breakdown will be:

125-130 grams of protein/ 520 cal
150 grams of Carbs /600 cal
30 grams of fat/ 270 cal

I'm pretty comfortable getting in about 1300 to 1400 calories and with the suggested changes in my workout, it might help.

But... I also found out, and I can't believe I didn't realize this: In spite of my 212 lb. body, I sit at 34% body fat. For a 41 year old woman I am actually in  the "healthy" body fat category!  Jeremy suggested focusing on that fact and forget about BMI. I told him what I'm most worried about is my hip to waist measurement, as I am apple-shaped and carry my weight in the middle. I told him I want to lose 6" on my waist. And truly, I don't care what the scale says I'm at if I get to that point.  I'm at 38" right now... 32" is my goal.

Then I did the most unexpected thing. While watching a plastic surgeon's presentation I saw pictures of bodies that looked like mine... you know, that double cottage cheese stomach that looks like someone hung it from a coat hook. I saw a few more pictures, and it got me thinking..."Could that really be my stomach?" It sure looked like it. I was brave. I signed up for a free consult. I felt kind of stupid because I figured he'd think I was nuts coming in with my 212 bls., but  but he didn't.

What he did say was " You did an excellent job with your weight loss. Your back looks great!" I told him I thought I needed the body lift and he said, "I don't recommend a circumferential body lift, but instead an extended tummy tuck." "Huh?" I thought?  I was stunned... still am.

As he's got my pannus in his hands, he says "...all this will be gone." I was stunned. I asked, "About how many inches would that take off my waist?" He said "4" easily, possibly 5" or 6." Of course he had to qualify that because it wasn't a detailed consult, but he "felt very good about it" and said again that I definitely don't need a full body lift.

So, in the end there's really not a whole lot I can do about my pannus. I never ever thought I'd be a candidate for plastics, nor did I ever think I would consider it.  But as I understand it at the moment, for my body this will be the way to bring me closer to my desired result.  Now I understand why plastics are so important to post-ops. It kind of wraps everything up in a bow; it help complete the journey for you. 

Knowing that, coupled with the fact I'm already in a healthy body fat % range really makes me feel better about where I am. Add to that no longer being Diabetic and no longer experiencing sleep apnea and it's a pretty good deal. :)

So unlike my previous post, although I'm not yet a member of the "Centruy Club" (post-op), I'm feeling much better about what I've achieved in losing 135 lbs. . :) 

Does this mean I'm going to stop?  Heck no!  It just helps me maintain focus and continue forward feeling good about my effort.
 

Hey Chrissy!

I start early with my water consumption, I am up early and start sipping. I have a refillable container that is 34 oz i do four of those for a total of 136 oz a bit over a gallon and I am DONE. I take that jug with me everywhere.


Congrats on getting rid of the carbs - that darn Carb monster can kill ya if you don'****ch him!!!

hugs and cheers for HIGH protein :)
Britt

it’s Monday!    

Starting weight * 250.5
Starting BMI * 40.5
Current weight * 143
plus or minus * -1
Current BMI *  22.5
Goal weight * 142
personal acceptable range * 142-147

Loss to date * 107.5 pounds!!!  

I am back to drinking my 1 gallon of water a day - yippee

Have a great week!

*This* is *your* week to do whatever you have been wanting to do ...
want to get back on track?
want to lose that last "x" pounds?
want to exercise?
Want to eliminate "x" from your diet?

Whatever it is that you want .... this is YOUR week ... to GO FOR IT!


sending hugs for a great week!
Britt

by the way .... only 38 more days until x-mas!

Good morning :) Good afternoon or Good evening !

I hope you had a great workout and burned fat and built lean muscle :)


Today I did 40 minutes on ARC machine - I really like this machine.

Then did 120 walking lunges -- with 12 lb weights in each hand and did various arm exercises while doing my walking lunges.

I finished up with a little ab work and now I am enjoying a nice  CUP -O-JOE as I report to all of you!

I burned 598 calories in 1 hour

I hope you have a terrific day -

move it ti lose it (or maintain it) !

hugs,
Britt