What have YOU done to get healthier this past week?

Well, thank you! I will definitely keep it in The Vault! 

I have done some pet portraits, but I always get a little on edge because I'm afraid I won't be able to capture the personality of the animal!   I'm roughing out a sketch of my own cat and plan to paint his portrait, though. I have tons of photos but no artwork with his image.

Thanks, Tetrarose! 

I have been off track and maintaining my 85 lbs lost since surgery but have not lost since last spring.  I did gain 10 lbs over Christmas so  I decided to get my ass in gear and started with a personal trainer two weeks ago I have lost 17 pounds in two weeks and have started eating very healthy again thanks to my trainers womans surgar diet.  The I am losing about 1lbs a day.  I feel geat and have the ambition to keep losing.

Wow, that is something to be proud of.  Congrats on getting back on track! 

I've been increasing my movement slowly but steadily. I got a Fit Bit pedometer and it has really been motivating me to increase my walking each day. I also did some weights and ab work today. My boyfriend lives in a great neighborhood with walking paths and we have been going on walks together every weekend.

And the more I move, the better I feel!

Lindsey

Hi Lindsey!  Up until last fall, my main activity was just walking and I really miss it in the winter.  I'm in Iowa and the forecast for this week is with highs in the single digits.  We did get to go for a walk yesterday and today and it was heaven to get out.  Our dogs loved it.
 
I have been doing the "30 day shred" and riding the recumbent bike, and walking on  the treadmill.  I would rather be outdoors, but I hate the cold. 

I imagine the weather is a little nicer where you are at than in Iowa.  Enjoy the walking. 

Take care,
Kristi

I grew up in Indiana (which is still probably warmer than Iowa!), so I know exactly what you mean.  I am no fan of the cold either!

Yes, we are lucky to have much warmer weather down here in Georgia. Today was a beautiful day and perfect for our walk. We have been dealing with a lot of rain lately, but "cold" down here is when it gets down to the high 40s.

Saw some pictures you posted of your dogs sometime recently, they are beauties!

Lindsey

Thanks Lindsey!  Best wishes on your journey to better health!

I have shopped and prepared my meals days in advance.. made sure I have stuff to eat and snack on in advance.

I have exercised at least 600 min this week

Dang 600 minutes is GREAT!  Good job.