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You know, sometimes there's a razor-thin line between being ecstatic and being enraged.
I weighed-in this morning (my weigh-in day) and to my horror, I'd gained a pound. Un-freakin-believable...Grrrrr. Dang it...can I get into the 100's already!?!! I mean really, can I catch a 3 pound break, for cryin' out loud?!!! Geeeze....
Ohhhh, I was fit to be tied! It was all I could do to restrain myself from getting into my car, driving directly to IHOP and ordering the fattiest meal on the menu...TWICE...and just Gorge myself into a pig-in-the-blanket Stuper.
But instead, I chose to take out my frustration on the dog-gone track. Boy, was I Mad!!! The first thing I thought was Shoot...I did everything right.
Then, after a couple laps, I thought...Heeeey, I did everything right! YAY!!!
I thought about this past week and realized that for the first time in yeeeears, I've actually exercised 6 days in a row! Plus, I increased the amount of time And intensity of my workouts! AND...I've increased my water consumption from 64 to 96 ounces, as my doctor advised! I thought..HECK..(my 3 nights of bad snacks notwithstanding), I've actually done a pretty good job this week. :-)
All of a sudden, I got a lot more pep in my step and a big ole grin across my face!
The feeling of accomplishment continued as I showered and realized that for the first time in a looooong time, I could actually shave my legs without having to 'move things' outta the way (some of you ladies will know what I'm talking about) LOL
It really is about the little things! :)
Next, since I was on a roll, I decided to measure myself. To my delight, I've lost Several more inches! WooHoooo!!!!
So, just like that....I was able to go from being enraged to Jumping for Joy!!! I reminded myself that I've only been on this journey for 6wks. I need to give myself Time. I need to continue Focusing on how I 'Feel' and not on the numbers I see. I've been giving way too much power to my scale. I have to Stop That! This is about ME. I have the power! I need to see the scale for what it is...a thermometer of sorts. Sometimes the temperature will be high, sometimes it'll be low, and sometimes it'll be just right!
Oh wait...isn't that from Goldilocks and the 3 Bears? (teeheehee).
Sorry, I digress!
My point is...I can choose to sulk (and blow all my hard work) OR I can get right back on (and stay on) that proverbial horse and ride.
I'm choosing the horse! :-)
I'm Happy...and even a little proud of myself! In fact, I'm happier and more energetic than I've been in a long time and as a result, I'm even more determined than ever to continue working hard to achieve my ultimate goal!
Hope Everyone is enjoying a HAPPY SUNDAY!!!
:)
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203.0 lb
Lost so far: 14.0 lb.
Still to go: 38.0 lb.
Diet followed reasonably well.
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gaining 1.0 lb a week
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