I'm starting this blog in attempt to document my progress as I go from flab to fit (or fitter at least)! I don't consider myself incredibly unhealthy, but..marriage and 2 kids later has added on some pounds (okay, a lot of pounds!) and I'm ready to shed them! I've tried "dieting" in the past and I've never been too successful. Mainly because it has not become a habit and because I have never been too committed to making changes. I am ready to make healthy living a lifestyle. We currently do not eat terribly; we eat lean meat, I try sneak in extra veggies when I can, we don't usually have chips, soda or sweets in the house, but there are some areas we can improve in. I am known to just grab a box of triscuits when I am busy tending to the kids and end up eating 3/4 a box before I know it- oops! I also have not make exercise a priority because let's face it...little people are hard work and suck the energy out of you! The last thing I want to do after a long day tending to the demands of my little ones is go to the gym. But, that's about to change!
I debated back and forth about giving exact numbers as far as my weight is concerned and I have decided I am going to use this blog to be completely raw and transparent. By giving others an accurate account (good and bad days!), I am able to be held accountable- something I need!
How did I end up here?
Well, I have never been incredibly fit, but I have seen slimmer days. At my wedding I was about 160 lbs, which is still not great considering my height. Then I gained a few pounds early marriage as we (okay, I) tried out all of our new kitchen gadgets we received as gifts. Then I became pregnant with our first child, and although I lost 20 lbs early on in the pregnancy, I made up for it somehow in the end of my pregnancy. I ended up gaining 30 lbs! I lost most of that right away and was so amazed at how easy it was, but then as soon as I weaned my daughter, boom! I gained about 15 lbs back because I was still eating like I was nursing. I lost about 30 lbs last summer and it was the longest I have ever stayed on track and been diligent about working out and staying active. Well...then I got pregnant with my son and although I lost about 20 lbs at the beginning of pregnancy, I ended up gaining 35 lbs.
Where am I at now?
Current weight: xxx (YIKES!)
No, I am not proud of this, but I am committed to seeing this number drop!
Why do I want to change?
In the past I've wanted to slim down so that I would look better. Now, I desire to get fit and change some of my eating habits so that I can keep up with my kids (and running/hiking husband). I want to be able hike and go on backpacking trips. I want to be able to chase my kids without being out of breath. I want to be active as a family and teach my kids healthy habits and I can't do that if I am not leading an active lifestyle myself!
What are my goals?
-Lose weight (at least 60 lbs, then I'll reevaluate)
-Get in better overall shape
-Run a 5k
-Hike Half Dome next summer
What is my plan to get there?
I currently cannot "workout" because I recently had surgery to remove my gallbladder, but I will get back to the gym when given the okay from my doctor. In the meantime I will walk several times per week.
Once I am cleared to go back to the gym I will go 3-4 times a week.
-Keep junk out of the house (If I don't buy it, I can't eat it!)
-Limit processed foods and eat more fruits and veggies
-Keep food diary on MFP (My Fitness Pal)
-Keep blog/vlog to keep me accountable
-Meal plan
-Do weekly weigh ins
-Exercise and keep active
