Well, I've dipped WAY farther into WPA than I'd planned, but I have another successful day in the book. While I feel GREAT about the new program, I'm getting really nervous! What if 32 PlusPoints is too many for me? I'm blindly trusting the process, but I almost feel guilty eating so much friend! I'm getting in my 5 F/V servings as approximately 4 servings of fruit, and one serving of veggies!
Either way, I FEEL much better knowing that what I am doing right now IS being Perfectly OP...I never thought that I could DO that, but the new plan is making it feel possible.
I had even planned for myself some ice cream tonight - but I opted instead to use that AND my APs from my run for some garlic bread with dinner.
And you know what? It was WORTH it.
I think maybe that's the point of the New Plan, amongst the overall goal of weightloss...Being more CHOOSY about the foods that you eat. It almost seems counter-intuitive, having more points, and being MORE choosy, but we must remind ourselves EVERY day that THIS IS NOT MOMENTUM!!
Tomorrow I go back to work at Victoria's Secret, for Wed & Fri nights. It's going to be rough, working retail for 5 hours after teaching 25, 5 year olds all day...BUT
- My day is COMPLETELY planned: breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks (fruit, if necessary)
- I have enough P+ for a NF Grande Gingerbread Spice Latte from Starbucks BEFORE I go into VS
- I have THREE points left to play around with! :-)
My goals going into day 4, for the 2nd half of the week are this:
- continue to TRACK EVERYTHING
- stay within DPT, only use 7 remaining WPA if I use all of my earned APs
- make sure I get my healthy oils! I'm lacking these QUITE a bit..I just looked and haven't had ANY yet this week!
Anyway, the gist is that I feel GREAT, and now I am working on training for the LI Half Marathon in May - Hopefully the weight will come off. :-)
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Monday, November 29, 2010
OP 2 Overcome/POINTS+, Day #2
I still feel REALLY good and REALLY positive about this plan! I seriously can't WAIT for WI this coming weekend...but my days are going to be off, as Thanksgiving made me change my WI to Sunday...so HOPEFULLY no one wants to go out on Friday or Saturday, because by then, I'm pretty sure I'll be out of WPA.
I've dipped into WPA, accidentally drank a glass of regular soda (which I haven't had in YEARS)...and it turned out that it's 4 Points+. I didn't even enjoy it! That, and my serving of chocolate covered raisins, which I THOUGHT would be 3 Points, is 5 Points+....So, I'm learning, through trial and error. Mom also got us Greek Salads for dinner while we were visiting last night.
SO, the best laid plans are changed, and I dipped WELL into my WPA, even though I had planned NOT to use them this week. I definitely don't want to use them ALL by week's end...this much I know!
However, all of that said and done, today is my 2nd day PERFECTLY ON PLAN in about 6 months! I'm really proud of myself - and it was DELIGHTFUL to come home from work hungry today and have a clementine without having to count a point for it. I already loved fruit, but I will definitely be doing more in the way of fruit and smoothies now that it's FREE on the Points+ system....
Tonight, I even planned to have 1/2 cup of regular ice cream, I feel like it's worth the 4 Points+ that I calculated it to be (according to the package and my calculator...) - but, being that tonight's a late workout night, I might even pass on that, and then I'll end up getting 4 of my WPA BACK...we'll see though, I do love ice cream. If it's 30 like it was this morning, I will probably pass for hot tea.
For dinner tonight, I took a recipe from Skinnytaste's Crockpot list and Point+ calculated it. I'm having 10 oz of a turkey taco chili with 1/2 c reduced fat shredded cheddar, all over 3/4 c whole grain rice for a total of 11 points. I NEVER got to eat 11 point dinners when my DPA was 27! SO psyched (but somehow, I think if I lose this week, my DPA won't be 32 anymore, I have a feeling once I dip below 190, that will change, though I can DEFINITELY embrace that change, knowing that 29 is the lowest I will ever go!)
Ok, enough ramblings for today. Will try to post pics tomorrow from tonight's Skinnytaste creation. LOVE her site!
I've dipped into WPA, accidentally drank a glass of regular soda (which I haven't had in YEARS)...and it turned out that it's 4 Points+. I didn't even enjoy it! That, and my serving of chocolate covered raisins, which I THOUGHT would be 3 Points, is 5 Points+....So, I'm learning, through trial and error. Mom also got us Greek Salads for dinner while we were visiting last night.
SO, the best laid plans are changed, and I dipped WELL into my WPA, even though I had planned NOT to use them this week. I definitely don't want to use them ALL by week's end...this much I know!
However, all of that said and done, today is my 2nd day PERFECTLY ON PLAN in about 6 months! I'm really proud of myself - and it was DELIGHTFUL to come home from work hungry today and have a clementine without having to count a point for it. I already loved fruit, but I will definitely be doing more in the way of fruit and smoothies now that it's FREE on the Points+ system....
Tonight, I even planned to have 1/2 cup of regular ice cream, I feel like it's worth the 4 Points+ that I calculated it to be (according to the package and my calculator...) - but, being that tonight's a late workout night, I might even pass on that, and then I'll end up getting 4 of my WPA BACK...we'll see though, I do love ice cream. If it's 30 like it was this morning, I will probably pass for hot tea.
For dinner tonight, I took a recipe from Skinnytaste's Crockpot list and Point+ calculated it. I'm having 10 oz of a turkey taco chili with 1/2 c reduced fat shredded cheddar, all over 3/4 c whole grain rice for a total of 11 points. I NEVER got to eat 11 point dinners when my DPA was 27! SO psyched (but somehow, I think if I lose this week, my DPA won't be 32 anymore, I have a feeling once I dip below 190, that will change, though I can DEFINITELY embrace that change, knowing that 29 is the lowest I will ever go!)
Ok, enough ramblings for today. Will try to post pics tomorrow from tonight's Skinnytaste creation. LOVE her site!
Sunday, November 28, 2010
A bagel is 8 points!!! (OP 2 OVERCOME Day #1)
Went to my WI this morning. I was up to 196, but with TOM and the amount of high-sodium foods I ate this week, I kind of expected it. It's OK though, I'm looking forward to my next WI when the loss will be bigger bc I will watch my sodium for the days leading up to WI (as I usually do)
My biggest quip with the NEW Points Plus program is that a bagel is 8 points! I looooove me some bagels, being a Long Islander, and usually have a bagel at least once a weekend with egg whites & cheese on it.
In OTHER news though, my Daily Points are up to 32 (based on age, weight, height), and Weeklies are up to 49! I'm going to try to survive this week on ONLY my DPs and APs, as when I start getting into weeklies, I start getting out of control - and with 49, that could open up a WHOLE NEW can of worms! I think 32 is more than enough points for me each day...And honestly, with free fruits, it should be really easy to stick to this...
Healthy oils are STILL 1 pt/tsp. I was really hoping that would be a change.
I don't REALLY have any problems with the plan, per se, other than the fact that I need a NEW go-to meal for Panera Bread...it's 24 points now for what I would usually get! I'm going there for lunch in a little while, and am going to get broccoli cheddar soup + a side of baguette...that's 12 points, but if I eat enough fruits and veggies today, that should be plenty filling for lunch.
I DID buy the new POINTS+ calculator, while they are on sale for $5.95. I think this will make things MUCH more manageable for me - and I'm currently using it to look into the Points+ values of all of my favorite foods. (Hopefully, I decide my Friday nonfat lattes are still worth it!)
Today I am beginning the OP 2 OVERCOME challenge from the 20s board. Basically, it's being OP for 21 days, to overcome bad eating habits. I think with the new plan in place, it should be really easy for me to recommit to this.
I am going to attempt to blog for the next 21 days...this is Day #1.
Feeling good, positive, hopeful. :-)
My biggest quip with the NEW Points Plus program is that a bagel is 8 points! I looooove me some bagels, being a Long Islander, and usually have a bagel at least once a weekend with egg whites & cheese on it.
In OTHER news though, my Daily Points are up to 32 (based on age, weight, height), and Weeklies are up to 49! I'm going to try to survive this week on ONLY my DPs and APs, as when I start getting into weeklies, I start getting out of control - and with 49, that could open up a WHOLE NEW can of worms! I think 32 is more than enough points for me each day...And honestly, with free fruits, it should be really easy to stick to this...
Healthy oils are STILL 1 pt/tsp. I was really hoping that would be a change.
I don't REALLY have any problems with the plan, per se, other than the fact that I need a NEW go-to meal for Panera Bread...it's 24 points now for what I would usually get! I'm going there for lunch in a little while, and am going to get broccoli cheddar soup + a side of baguette...that's 12 points, but if I eat enough fruits and veggies today, that should be plenty filling for lunch.
I DID buy the new POINTS+ calculator, while they are on sale for $5.95. I think this will make things MUCH more manageable for me - and I'm currently using it to look into the Points+ values of all of my favorite foods. (Hopefully, I decide my Friday nonfat lattes are still worth it!)
Today I am beginning the OP 2 OVERCOME challenge from the 20s board. Basically, it's being OP for 21 days, to overcome bad eating habits. I think with the new plan in place, it should be really easy for me to recommit to this.
I am going to attempt to blog for the next 21 days...this is Day #1.
Feeling good, positive, hopeful. :-)
Friday, November 26, 2010
Thanksgiving
OK, so, I didn't "conquer" Thanksgiving as I had planned...but at least I didn't feel as ill as I had years previous. I also managed to make the WW Pumpkin Pie from the weekly...and it was SO worth it.
The only thing I really went overboard on was something that we'd never had on Thanksgiving before: Buffalo Chicken dip. My nemesis. I ate it on a TON of celery.
On the upside, I definitely got in all of my GHGs for Thanksgiving. I also ran 3.1 miles on the treadmill in the morning. I didn't even drink any points, stayed away from the booze this year - I guess it was good that I was going Black Friday shopping!!!
I also made skinnytaste's Pumpkin Butter yesterday - so I'm going to put it in a delicious pumpkin smoothie later. (After my post-Black Friday nap).
I am going to recover from Thanksgiving by focusing on GHGs today, and running at the gym tomorrow. I hope to make it to the gym today, but that depends heavily on whether I choose to go into work (I'm not scheduled, but as a Catholic School teacher, I can always use extra money - I work at Victoria's Secret for my cousin as a side job now - love that discount!!)...There's always my WiiFit option, too.
Weighing in Sunday @ 11. I will probably be up, but am anxious for the new plan and hope that it will be just the boost that I need!
The only thing I really went overboard on was something that we'd never had on Thanksgiving before: Buffalo Chicken dip. My nemesis. I ate it on a TON of celery.
On the upside, I definitely got in all of my GHGs for Thanksgiving. I also ran 3.1 miles on the treadmill in the morning. I didn't even drink any points, stayed away from the booze this year - I guess it was good that I was going Black Friday shopping!!!
I also made skinnytaste's Pumpkin Butter yesterday - so I'm going to put it in a delicious pumpkin smoothie later. (After my post-Black Friday nap).
I am going to recover from Thanksgiving by focusing on GHGs today, and running at the gym tomorrow. I hope to make it to the gym today, but that depends heavily on whether I choose to go into work (I'm not scheduled, but as a Catholic School teacher, I can always use extra money - I work at Victoria's Secret for my cousin as a side job now - love that discount!!)...There's always my WiiFit option, too.
Weighing in Sunday @ 11. I will probably be up, but am anxious for the new plan and hope that it will be just the boost that I need!
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Damn you, TOM!
Just ate 1.5 donuts that my brother brought in from Dunkin Donuts. AND the pumpkin coffee he bought me, for a grand total of 12 points.
I already used all of my WPA yesterday. Going to try to earn 1-2 more AP tonight on my Wii, but already earned 3 today..
Either way, right now, I am 9 pts ITR, made at myself, and slightly tummy-achy.
Bah.
I already used all of my WPA yesterday. Going to try to earn 1-2 more AP tonight on my Wii, but already earned 3 today..
Either way, right now, I am 9 pts ITR, made at myself, and slightly tummy-achy.
Bah.
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Up 1....
Up 1 pound this week, but in fairness, I'm having...uhhh...going problems and it's been 3 days. I know I've been eating very carb heavy and not enough protein/fruit, but TOM's about to be here and I'm dying for starchy, carby, comfort foods. It was also my dad's birthday, and I was overdid it on the Ravioli, Garlic Bread, and birthday cake on Wednesday night. At least I can say that I enjoyed myself.
On the upside, the damage could have ALWAYS been worse!
I just discovered Skinnytaste this week. I made Pasta Fagioli, and it was excellent! My non-WW dad didn't even know that it was a WW recipe. I also made a "Enchilada Pie" in my slow cooker - that I made substitutions with and it became a WW recipe. Either way, it was delicious and I enjoyed both. Now, I just really need to start taking pictures of all of these things that I'm making - I love Emily's blog, and while I am not a photographer like her, I think it's important to slow down and enjoy the PROCESS of cooking... (Which I love anyway, but how NEAT is it to chronicle our lives in pictures, living in this digital age???)
This week: Thanksgiving. That's the biggest hurtle. I'm going to try to get in some extra APs, save as many WPA as possible, and then eat ONE plate of food.
My plan:
27 Points:
Breakfast (NECESSARY for Thanksgiving!):
Omelete (how the HECK do you spell that???):
3 egg whites
1 slice regular American cheese
tomato
mushroom
cooked in 1 tsp evoo
coffee w 2 tbs Half and Half, splenda
POINTS remaining: 22
Appetizer:
1/2 stuffed artichoke
4 stuffed mushrooms
POINTS remaining: 12
Dinner:
4 oz turkey breast
1/2 c cranberry sauce
1/2 c mashed potatoes, with salt & pepper
POINTS remaining 0:
4 oz white wine
1/8 slice WW Recipe Pumpkin Pie w Graham-Cracker Crust (from last week's weekly)
POINTS: -7...which is roughly 3 trips to the gym....
As long as I REALLY stick to this plan (I am going to write it down and put it in my purse) I should have a very successful OP Thanksgiving.
What are YOUR plans?? What are YOUR must-haves??
On the upside, the damage could have ALWAYS been worse!
I just discovered Skinnytaste this week. I made Pasta Fagioli, and it was excellent! My non-WW dad didn't even know that it was a WW recipe. I also made a "Enchilada Pie" in my slow cooker - that I made substitutions with and it became a WW recipe. Either way, it was delicious and I enjoyed both. Now, I just really need to start taking pictures of all of these things that I'm making - I love Emily's blog, and while I am not a photographer like her, I think it's important to slow down and enjoy the PROCESS of cooking... (Which I love anyway, but how NEAT is it to chronicle our lives in pictures, living in this digital age???)
This week: Thanksgiving. That's the biggest hurtle. I'm going to try to get in some extra APs, save as many WPA as possible, and then eat ONE plate of food.
My plan:
27 Points:
Breakfast (NECESSARY for Thanksgiving!):
Omelete (how the HECK do you spell that???):
3 egg whites
1 slice regular American cheese
tomato
mushroom
cooked in 1 tsp evoo
coffee w 2 tbs Half and Half, splenda
POINTS remaining: 22
Appetizer:
1/2 stuffed artichoke
4 stuffed mushrooms
POINTS remaining: 12
Dinner:
4 oz turkey breast
1/2 c cranberry sauce
1/2 c mashed potatoes, with salt & pepper
POINTS remaining 0:
4 oz white wine
1/8 slice WW Recipe Pumpkin Pie w Graham-Cracker Crust (from last week's weekly)
POINTS: -7...which is roughly 3 trips to the gym....
As long as I REALLY stick to this plan (I am going to write it down and put it in my purse) I should have a very successful OP Thanksgiving.
What are YOUR plans?? What are YOUR must-haves??
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Current Weight: 192.4
Was up .4 this week, but I'm OK with that - I ran a lot, didn't eat to well, and definitely partied a little.
I'm feeling pretty good about what I can be capable of this week. I'm going to work hard on my runs, work hard on myself, and hopefully hit a nice loss when I WI on Saturday...
looking forward, not behind!
I'm feeling pretty good about what I can be capable of this week. I'm going to work hard on my runs, work hard on myself, and hopefully hit a nice loss when I WI on Saturday...
looking forward, not behind!
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Current Weight: 192
Ok, so I lost 3 lbs this week @ WI. This is good, but since I was UP, I'm back to where I was in October...but, at least, I am starting to feel like I can DO it again.
Currently, with Emily as my inspiration, I am making a 101 in 1,001 list. I didn't realize how difficult it would be to actually come up with 101 things I want to do in the next 2.75 years! This is crazy! When I finish the list, I plan to type it, and post it here in my blog....
Went to a fantastic belated Halloween party last night. Drank all of my WPA, so I will be entering the week with none, but I'm OK with this. Looking forward to my day off for Vet's day on Thursday so I can WI and RELAX!!!
Currently, with Emily as my inspiration, I am making a 101 in 1,001 list. I didn't realize how difficult it would be to actually come up with 101 things I want to do in the next 2.75 years! This is crazy! When I finish the list, I plan to type it, and post it here in my blog....
Went to a fantastic belated Halloween party last night. Drank all of my WPA, so I will be entering the week with none, but I'm OK with this. Looking forward to my day off for Vet's day on Thursday so I can WI and RELAX!!!
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