By NCN, on March 15th, 2010
Weight Watchers has a formula for assigning points for specific foods. I am allowed 30 points per day, and 35 flex points, to be used throughout the week, at my discretion. I’ve run the numbers and the calories I’m consuming seem to be in-line with recommendations for several sources. So far, I feel great, if a little hungry.
Today’s Progress
Time of day – 11:45 PM
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used today – 33
Total points left for today – 0
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week –3
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
Yesterday’s Summary
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used yesterday – 22
Total points left yesterday – 8
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week – o
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
I went to the gym today and walked for 20 minutes, while my son was having swimming lessons. I also did some jumping jacks and some squats. I’m easing my way back into the exercise routine, really focusing on nutrition for the next few weeks.
By NCN, on March 15th, 2010
Today’s Progress
Time of day – 9:30 AM
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used today – 2
Total points left for today – 28
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week – o
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
Yesterday’s Summary
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used yesterday – 22
Total points left yesterday – 8
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week – o
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
I didn’t eat quite enough yesterday, mainly due to the fact that I didn’t have any caffeine, and decided to go to bed very early. It felt odd being back on a “diet”, but it also felt good to use proper eating techniques – eating slowly, drinking lots of water – and realizing just how easy it is to eat the right amounts, when I pay attention. Weigh In is next Sunday morning.
By NCN, on March 14th, 2010
I have decided to give Weight Watchers another shot.
I will track my points – but use my new “eating techniques”.
I will eat slowly, at the table, and drink lots of water.
Total points allowed per day – 30
Total points used today – 4
Total points left for today – 26
Total flex points allowed per week – 35
Total flex points used this week – o
Total to lose in 2010 – 47.2 pounds
Total lost so far – 0 pounds
I have a friend who is going through the program with me – and we’ll help each other stay accountable. I also plan to hit the gym several times this week.
By NCN, on March 11th, 2010
For the past couple of weeks, my son has been taking swimming lessons. He’s a little afraid of the water, but he’s doing great. While he swims, I workout. It’s cool, because the time-limit on his swim lessons really helps me focus – and “get my workout done!”
Speaking of swimming, diet-wise, I’ve just kinda been “treading water”. I’ll do good for one day, and not-so-good the next. I’m down about 5 pounds, but not really locked-in to the whole diet thing. I got a cold the other day, spoke with my doctor, and got some very interesting news. He said that I should simply ignore the “weight charts”, and get down to a healthy, manageable weight. For me, instead of the 150 or 160 that I’ve always thought I should weigh, he said I should shoot for, say, 200 pounds.
So, I need to lose about 50 pounds, and not 90 or 100. This makes me feel much better. I’ve also scheduled a test for my thyroid, just to see if everything is okay with it. We shall see.
It’s raining today, so all walking will have to be on the treadmill. That’s cool, but I do miss the stroll through the neighborhood. Maybe it will slack-up a bit, and I can walk in the mist.
By NCN, on February 16th, 2010
It’s still very cold here. Instead of going outside for a walk or driving to the gym, I decided just to do my workout here at the house. I managed to do several push ups, squats, and lunges. I also did some deep knee bends and some stand-in-place-walking. I worked up a good sweat and now I feel great.
Now that we are settling into the new house, it’s super-important that I get into a solid routine. I THINK I’ve figured out when I can go to the gym – and when I’ll just have to work out here at home. Either way, I’m making it a priority to work out, regularly.
On a completely different note – I need a really good pair of ear-buds for working out. I’m not a big fan of the ones that came with my iPod, but I want some of similar size and design. Any thoughts?
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