Sunday, December 28, 2008

weigh in...

I can't believe it.
I weighed in this morning and I lost 3 pounds.
I am down to 147.
YES!!!!!!!!
I have not been in the 140's since my girls were little and I mean little.
I was ready to not lose any after eating all the yummy holiday goodies,
including the Potica that my sister Deb made for us, I mean me.
I am motivated to keep this up and get down to where Cindy is...130.
Here is to a great week.

Saturday, December 27, 2008

weigh in...


I know weigh in is tomorrow...but I forgot to blog about last week's weigh in.
I lost a pound so I was down to 150, dang...so close to the 140's.
I am not getting my hopes up too much for the weigh in tomorrow.
I ate pretty good and was busy at work, in fact I worked 9 days in a row.
I have prepared myself for tomorrow and to not be too disappointed when I either gain or stay the same.
I did have some goodies at Christmas, but I did not bake I just had goodies friends brought and I did have some chocolate cream pie.
So I am giving myself a break, I will weigh in but I will not be too hard on myself.
So tomorrow after weigh in it will just be a new week.
I talked to my sister Cindy, we were talking about how much I have lost and how much more I wanted to lose. She told me how much she wieghed, 130, oh girlfriend the challenge in on. That is my new goal to be down as much as her. So I have 20 pounds to go.

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

BEWARE...

I had this on my family blog but thought it was more fitting and so funny that I should have it on my diet blog as well.
*Click on picture to make bigger and see it better.

This is for Cindy...

I was talking to my sister Cindy the other day and we were talking about how much weight I have lost since I started working.
She was so excited for me and wanted to see some pictures.
So I told her I would put some up on my diet blog. I am in my work clothes so I will take some more when I am down to 145 in my exercise clothes.
I had to buy a belt, these jeans are my size 10 and they are loose but I think a size 8 would be just a little too tight.
The only bad thing about it is my boobies are shrinking, hahahaha
NOTHING TASTES AS GOOD AS SKINNY FEELS!!

yippy-i...

I weighed in on Sunday...YES!!!!
I weighed 151...I am two pounds from being in the 140's.
Man, it has been a long time since I have been there.
I am so happy and I feel so good.
I feel like I am building muscle as well.
I still have a way to go, but I am hopefully on a roll.
With Christmas coming up I am going to have to be really careful.
I am eating good and healthy snacks for my breaks and good healthy lunches.
I am watching my portions as well.
Pete lost a pound too. Yeah, for Pete.

Monday, December 8, 2008

yo-yo...

I feel like a yo-yo.
My last weigh in I was 152.7 and Sunday I was 153.1
I was a little disappointed because I have been working like crazy at work.
I have been running around Costco, pushing carts and eating pretty healthy.
My husband mentioned that maybe it is muscle...you know it weighs more than fat.
I still feel good and my clothes are getting really loose, in fact I had to buy a belt because I don't want to go buy new clothes yet.
My 12's drown me, my 10's are getting really loose, I am thinking I could probably fit into an 8.
I have been retaining a little water because I am on my feet all day, so I try and put my feet up when I get home from work.
So on to next week, hoping to get down to the 140's.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Keeping up and weighing in....

Since starting my seasonal job I feel like I have been working out everyday and I have noticed it on the scale. I weighed in on Sunday and was down to 152. Yeah me!!!! I am so excited but I am also tired and hoping I am losing weight the right and healthy way. I am not eating any junk, well I did have a little over the Thanksgiving holiday. For the most part I am taking healthy snacks and eating a healthy lunch at work. I feel better and feel like I could run on the treadmill with no problem. I am not only thankful for a job right now, I am thankful it is keeping me healthy and helping me lose weight. Looking forward to weighing in on Sunday. Hoping to be in the 140's.

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

WOW...

I weighed in on Sunday, two weeks after my last weigh in. I was in total shock when I looked at the scale and saw 155. Wow, I was so surprised and so happy. That means I lost 7 pounds in 2 weeks. Yeah me!! I am also tired and not used to working so much...but I guess I can look at it as being paid to work out. Off to work, will try and update more when I get the hang of the new schedule.

Thursday, November 20, 2008

I forgot..

...to weigh in on Sunday...I just started a new job...that by the way I hate...but I need to work after being laid off for a year...anyway, that is another story. I had to work on Sunday but I will be weighing in again this Sunday and hopefully I will have lost some weight since I have worked my butt off at my new job. I have never sweat so much and not even been working out.

Sometimes I would love to do this and get all my agression out.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

GRRRR...

This weeks Biggest Loser had me ready to scream. I cannot believe how some people act.
Poor Ed comes back to the house, does this guy realize he has a very controling wife? Poor guy.
Heba, this woman is all about herself and very controlling, must be daddy's little girl and spoiled rotten. Which makes her think she can control everything and everyone around her. She stirs up trouble then when is confronted doesn't feel like dealing with it.
This guy Brady is a puppet on a string, enough said.
Brady's wife Vicky...she is just plain and simple evil. I have never in my life seen someone so controlling, (except Heba) coniving and evil. This woman needs to be voted off. It is amazing some of the expressions she shows, she is so confident and cocky that she is controlling the game. I cannot believe how immature she is, she needs to freaking grow up. I loved it when Amy made a very smart choice and voted Brady off. LMAO
Next week looks good, but my heart goes out to Amy, she stood up for herself, with something that was going to be good for her and the black team and now the evil Vicky is going to seek revenge...stay tuned.

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

motivation....

I was going through some old pictures looking for some of Pete to add to the family blog for his birthday post.
I found this picture of me when I was teaching Pete how to fish,
right after we were married, (1983).
Oh my gosh...to be this thin again.
I want my body back...NOW!!!!!!!!!!
*This will be on my fridge for motivation.

Monday, November 10, 2008

Weigh in....

...I want to be just like Barbie, that B*t*h has everything...
...including no water retention.
I even want her work out center and to look awesome like she does when she works out, hahaha.
Pete and I weighed in,
he stayed the same which is better than gaining so good for you baby,
I am proud of you.
I however did not stay the same,
I gained 2 pounds.
I was frustrated because I was retaining water so bad the indents in my legs looked like craters
so I am trying to figure out what is going on.
No excuses...because I hate excuses!!!!!!!!!!!
It is what it is and I have no will power when it comes to halloween candy.
SO...with a new week comes new goals.
Let's see how is goes and looking foward to weigh in next week.
Until then happy work outs and positive thinking. ; )

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Out of town...

I was out of town all weekend. Wendi and I went to L.A. to visit with Debby and her family. We also went to Universal Studios, Wendi wanted to go for the Days of our Lives fan day. So, I passed on weighing in and I am not looking forward to weighing in next week. Damn Halloween candy.
: )

Monday, October 27, 2008

Sunday's weigh in...

This is basically what it said...
Hahahaha, just kidding...it did say that I gained 2 pounds though, damn.
I hate being a woman sometimes and how if affects the scale.
I will just have a better week this week, go me!!!

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Inspiration...

I stole this picture off my Aunt Claudia's page.
This is my cousin Danelle, she has lost 70 pounds this year and was able to fit in her wedding dress again!!!
Way to go...I am so proud of her.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

No words...

...just a chuckle when I saw this picture!!!
Pete and I weighed in on Sunday. Pete lost 2 pounds and I lost one. Hey, not complaining especially since I ate horrilbly last week. Biggest Loser killed me last week...with the table full of peanut butter cups...of course I had to have some. I couldn't be strong like I always said I would be. Oh well, life goes on and we are on to a new week. I just hope last week does not catch up with me on the next weigh in. So for now, I have lost the feeling that I have to eat anything and everything. Yay!!!!

I am really going to try and get my 30 minutes a day of exercise in...at least 3 days a week. Okay, I will at least get 20 minutes a day of exercise in at least 3 days this week. There, that is more of a goal that I can reach for right now to get back to where I was.

Thursday, October 16, 2008

That time of the month...

I hate that one week before I start my period and I want to eat anything and everything in front of me, behind me and to the sides of me...Why??? Don't we have enough to deal with just being a woman?
I had a bad day Tuesday and craved, hell I don't know what I craved I just wanted to eat, anything, but when I did of course I wasn't satisfied...so what did I do? I kept eating and was still not satisfied. So I am going on Thelma's diet today!!! BUT...I am going to get some exercise in too!!!
I have my duct tape ready

as soon as I put my candy corn away, which by the way I can have 22 pieces for 3 points on weight watchers. Okay candy corn put away.
Heres to a new day!!!!!

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Don't miss it

on tonight...Jen called and said while watching the Biggest Loser I will probably want to eat a bunch of junk so I am gearing up to be strong. Can't wait to watch it!!!

Weigh in

I weighed in on Sunday...I weighed in in my underwear because I was going to wear jeans that day and did not want to weigh in with jeans on. Wendi cracked up laughing and Pete came and held my towel so if Matt walked out of his room he would not be scarred for life if he saw his mom in her underwear. The weigh in went okay, I lost one pound and I am back down to the 150's. I weighed in at 159 but I will take it. Pete did not have such a good week but it wasn't that bad. Here's to having a great week and staying on track!!!

Friday, October 10, 2008

Beached whale...

I have decided that if I could change my fat front to the junk in my trunk I would be pretty much okay. I have been having a hard time setting for very long because my butt is too boney. I can feel my butt bones on the chair and it hurts after awhile especially on a hard chair. Then it is hard to get up and walk because I am sore. Geeez what is that all about? I know I still have about 30 pounds to go...what's a girl to do?

Oh, and I have been a bad girl. I went out with my daughter, my 2 nieces, my nephew in law and some of their friends for dinner. Of course we all had dessert...red velvet cake. Then...my daughter takes me to dinner tonight and what...I had a pozookie. Okay, not so much looking forward to weigh in this week-end. ; )

Thursday, October 9, 2008

Still on track...

...and loving black. I love how black clothes make you look so much better.
But on the down side it's black, no fun colors and personality.
I am feeling better and have more energy.
Looking forward to weigh-in on Sunday.
I am woman, I am strong!!!
Pete and I are back on track and working hard to fit some exercise in.
Biggest Loser has been very inspiring.
I just bought Bob Harper's new book "Are you ready"
So I am hoping it will keep the inspiration going.
I still have 30 to 35 pounds to go.

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Weigh in...


Pete and I started a new page for our weigh ins. From the first page Pete lost 25 pounds and I have lost 15. Pete is 270 and I am 160. So we start a new page and get motivated all over again. We talked about how changing our diet has helped us but now we have reached a plateau and we need to exercise too. We are trying to see how much we can lose by February 4th which will be the one year anniversary of Pete's heart attack.

We went for a fast walk last night and walked for about 30 minutes. That is a good start. I am also working in the garage and making it into a workout room. I am still debating on getting the malibu pilates chair or the treadmill. Pete has the elipticle which I don't like as much because the balls of my feet go numb when I use it. But the weather is still nice so we can still work out side until I decide.

Saturday, October 4, 2008

To be young again...

While in Nebraska visiting Jen and Layla while Jeremy was deployed was so much fun...How could you not just love this little munchkin. Let me tell you, this little munchkin in her car seat/carrier was a real workout.
We went shopping and had a great time but this old body was not used to toting the carrier around, putting her in the car and out of the car. It was so much fun to be with them, even with the workout of getting in and out of the car.
Thanks for putting up with old grama. I had a great time and got a great workout all in one. Just to let you know I would carry her all over again.

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

It starts tonight....yeah!!!!

I am so excited for the Biggest Loser to start ...I know it will inspire me.
Yeah for Bob and Jillian. Keep up the good work.
I did not weigh in this week. I am going to start again on...well I am actually flying to Nebraska to see my grand-daughter and daughter while their daddy and honey has been deployed.
So as soon as I get back, even though the show has already started I will be weighing in again and being inspired by all the hard work and tips from The Biggest Loser. While I am gone I will still be watching what I eat and Jenna will probably kick my ass at the gym. I will still try and update my diet blog and it inspires me as well.

Friday, September 12, 2008

Exercise, Exercise, Exercise...

I am not getting my exercise in like I should and I really don't like to walk by myself. Especially as it is getting dark earlier. I have wanted a treadmill for a long time and I am saving up for one. I have an eliptical but it makes my feet go numb after about 7 minutes.I am hoping I will get a good deal on a treadmill because two of my kids work at Sport Chalet or maybe Santa will pay for the rest. Hahahaha. On the other hand...



...I was watching late night TV and clicked on a commercial for the Malibu Pilates Chair. I don't usually go for the commercial thing as they are usually gimmicks. It did look pretty good but still not sure.

I was at a friends house the other day and brought it up, she said she had one. I couldn't believe it, she never orders from TV either. To top it off she was bucked off her horse and broke her hip, collar bone and some other stuff. She has healed but she can't ride a bike and walk too much anymore because it hurts. She thought the Malibu Pilates Chair looked like something she could do. She has only had it for about 2 weeks but she loves it and can do all the exercises but one. So we went up to her room to check it out. I loved it, so much fun and I could do all the exercises without hurting my back. It also comes with 3 DVD's and a poster with exercises to do. It seems like it is cheaper if you call in instead of order on the internet. The internet says: $300.00 but she got hers for $250.00 and she ordered off the TV. Now I have to decide which one I want first. Decisions, Decisions, Decisions! In the meantime I am going to try and get some exercise in.

If anyone is reading this and has an opinion I would love to hear it, feel free to leave a comment. Thanks!!

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Life Style Change


Well, first of all, I realized that this new way of eating has be a life style change and not a temporary diet. So, I stole this off another diet blogger, this is the food list her trainer gave her and I thought I would give it a try. Here is a grocery list of foods you should be buying and eating...if it's not on this list you shouldn't start out with it. You can add some stuff in as you go:

Proteins·
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast
Boneless, Skinless Turkey Breast
Tuna (fresh or water packed)
Fish (salmon, seabass, halibut)
Shrimp
Extra Lean Ground Beef or Ground Round (92-97% lean)
Protein Powder
Egg Whites or Eggs
Beef Tenderloin (a.k.a. Filet, Filet Mignon)
Lean Ground turkey, Turkey Breast Slices or Cutlets (fresh meat, not deli cuts)

Complex Carbs·
Oatmeal (Old Fashioned or Quick Oats) – NOT pre-packaged oatmeal
Sweet Potatoes (Yams)
Beans (pinto, black, kidney, chick peas)
Oat Bran Cereal
Farina (Cream of Wheat)
Low Sugar Multigrain Hot Cereals
Pasta (whole wheat/spinach)
Brown Rice
Rice (white, jasmine, basmati, Arborio, wild)
Potatoes (red, baking, new)

Fibrous Carbs·
Green Leafy Lettuce (Green Leaf, Red, Leaf, Romaine)
Broccoli
Asparagus
String Beans
Fresh Spinach
Bell Peppers
Brussels Sprouts
Cauliflower
Celery
Other produce & fruits
Cucumber
Green or Red Pepper
Onions
Garlic
Tomatoes
Zucchini

Fruit (if acceptable on diet):
Bananas (NO brown spots)
Apples
Grapefruit
Peaches
Strawberries
Blueberries
Raspberries
Lemons or Limes

Healthy “GOOD” Fats·
Natural Style Peanut Butter – NO Hydrogentated Oils
Olive Oil or Safflower Oil
Nuts (peanuts, almonds) – DRY ROASTED or RAW Only
Flaxseeds (sprinkle on food) or Flaxseed Oil
Sunflower SeedsDairy & Eggs
Low-fat cottage cheese
Low or Non-Fat Milk
Eggs or Egg Beaters

Beverages·
Bottled Water – AT LEAST 100 OUNCES PER DAY
Crystal Light

Condiments & Misc.· Fat Free Mayonnaise
Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce
Reduced Sodium Teriyaki Sauce
Balsamic Vinegar
Salsa (Newman’s Own – Pineapple or Mango is the best!!)
Chili Powder
Mrs. Dash
Steak Sauce
Sugar Free Maple Syrup
Chili Paste
Mustard
Extracts (vanilla, almond, etc.)
Low Sodium beef or chicken broth
Plain or reduced sodium tomatoes sauce, puree, paste
Cinnamon
Here we go....

Sunday, September 7, 2008

On the right track...

I did weigh in this morning, not really wanting too as I knew my bad week would catch up with me. I got on the scale and was okay with the results. I did gain about 1 1/2 pounds. Not too bad, I really expected more. But...I am back on track and ready to stay focused. I watched what I ate today...and looking forward to getting back to exercising this week. I am trying to get ready for my trip to visit Jen and Layla. I know Jen is going to kick my butt at the gym so I have to get prepared. I am woman, I am strong, and I am ready for a good week.
"Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels"

Monday, September 1, 2008

I did it anyway...

I couldn't stand it so when I got up this morning I weighed in...not as bad as I thought.
I had only gained 1 pound.
So I gained but it could have been so much worse.
So tomorrow is a new day.
I am starting over with a new attitude and new strength.
I can do this!!!! I will do this!!!!
I am Robbin and I am strong, hahahaha

Sunday, August 31, 2008

Getting in the right mind set.

First off I have been thinking and trying to get back on the diet wagon...not the diet wagon, but back to the lifestyle change. I have so much to be thankful for and so much to live for. I know you can't say "It will not happen to me it only happens to other people". If I don't continue to make good lifestyle changes I will just continue back down the road I don't want to go. I did not weigh in today...I actually forgot but then it was too late as we had eaten breakfast. I wasn't really looking forward to it, so I gave myself the week off and will weigh in next sunday, and that is okay....
Pete and I have so many plans for our future. Our kids are raised and have dreams of their own. We have so much to live for and so much to do...I love you Pete and look forward to our next adventure. Your heart attack in February really brought to life a new perspective. We can do this together.
Mom...I miss you so much. Your strenght and determination have been such an example to all of us. If you can go through what you did with a smile on your face and say I am lucky, there are so many people out there worse off than me, if this is what God is going to give me then He will help me through it. I guess we all have our crosses to bear...thanks for teaching me by your wonderful example. I love you and you still give me inspiration. I know you are there cheering me on because you struggled with your weight your whole married life and you want more for your kids, grandkids and great-grandkids. Thanks mom I know you are there everyday!!

Saturday, August 30, 2008

At the point of needing inspiration...

Okay, having a bad week.
I have not been motivated...don't really care what I eat and I am feeling it.
I actually feel like a big blob.
I have to get out of this slump.
It doesn't help being on your period, which I really don't need anymore!!
I am worried about weigh in tomorrow.
So......I found some pictures of little Layla
I think I might try her exercises,
if that doesn't work that little smile will.
Tomorrow is a new day, and I will be a new me!!!
Come on Layla, show granma how it is done.
I will do it for my family,
I want to live!!!!!!

Tuesday, August 26, 2008

I want my body back....

I weighed in on Monday instead of Sunday this week because I forgot...I really did forget. So anyway, I weighed in and I stayed exactly the same as I was the last week. I was a little disappointed because I didn't lose anything but then I realized at least I did not gain and I am still in the 150's. Yippy for me!!! Pete was gone all last week to the Police and Fire games in Idaho. So while he was gone I cleaned like a mad woman and painted my family room. (You can see it on my family blog) I was so sore from climbing the ladder and going up and down. I also vacumed the ceilings in the family room, kitchen, living room and hallway (they are the popcorn ceilings and I hate them). There is an arm workout for you.

When Pete got home we talked, we feel like with vacation and everything we have kind of gotten off our course of good habits, we weren't really bad but we have to get back on the band wagon and eat our fruits and vegetables again. We also decided everyone in our house has to work out at least 30 minutes a day, 3 days a week. If they want to do more that is fine. We are going to keep a log of it. So we will see what happens. Pete and I also talked about getting another trailer, we like to go camping and hiking so that is another goal we have set. I realize I will never have my high school body back, but it is inspiration...except the hair...so 80's. hahahaha.

Plus I am going to see Jen and Layla in less than a month while Jeremy is deployed. I know she is going to kick my ass....so I have to prepare for that. I went power walking yesterday for 45 minutes and I am so sore today. I feel like I need some joint juice. Man getting old sucks...your mind still feels young and your body is saying "sorry just can't do that anymore" well I am going to prove the old body wrong. The weight and exercise trial continues...
*EDIT...I forgot to add this...I hate that time of the month when you have the munchies soooo bad you feel like you could eat the doors of the cabinets. Why are woman cursed with that??? I do good the rest of the time and then a week before my period, BAM, I just want to eat everything. I have to get control of that...

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

HUH?


What the heck is going on? I worked out this week. I ran/walked with Matt and his friend Bruce. I painted my family room, which meant I had to move almost everything out of the family room into the living room, by myself mind you. I was so busy I didn't have time to eat. Maybe that is why I gained 1 pound. I didn't eat, I guess you have to eat or your body says I am not losing, she is not eating and I will starve. Like that would happen. Well, I was frustrated when I got on the scale and saw that I gained one stinken pound. Better luck next Sunday.