24/280

My plantar fasciitis has really been acting up at work these last few days.  It's very painful when I have to stand for long periods of time.  Yesterday was so bad that when I went home, I just ate candy. I don't think I went too overboard but I didn't count my calories.  I doubt I went over by very much but it was just the mindset that was hard to get over.  I did not get a workout in on Monday, Tuesday and most likely not today either.  The kids have early release so I just won't have time in the afternoon to do it.  I also haven't been able to walk because of my heel pain.  It's been such a warm week, it's a shame.  Injuries really suck!  I will try to eat a few less calories today since I won't get a workout in.  I hope that tomorrow I can really get back into it.  Need to stay focused to reach my next mini goal!!!

Week 3 Weigh In

2.8 lbs. lost

Current weight: 214.2 lbs
Starting weight: 226.6 lbs

Total loss to date:12.4 lbs

I've been struggling with a side effect from the high dose Prilosec I've been prescribed for my Silent Reflux.  It's stomach cramps with other lovely stuff.  I'm suppose to be on this Prilosec for 2 months.  I hope these side effects don't continue that long.

21/280

Friday was a busy day helping out at the kid's school so I was a little short on time to get my usual HIIT bike workout at the Y.  I decided I would do a little run/walk workout instead around my neighborhood.  It seemed to go well.  I pushed myself on my running sprints to about a 7:15 min/mile pace but only for 30 seconds at a time.  I did 7 of the sprints with walking in-between and altogether was about 30 min.  My feet were really sore later on that day and I was on them all night at a Halloween party.  When I woke up on Saturday, I could not put any weight on my left heel.  It was so painful.  I have been experiencing what I think is plantar fasciitis for awhile now because I will get soreness in my heels right away in the morning and if I've been sitting/laying down for awhile and get up.  I guess my run did not bode well with that.  Luckily my mom picked up an arch sleeve for my feet and after wearing I was able to walk around the house.  Today, I went to the Y to get my normal HIIT bike workout in and my feet are doing well.  It was a small setback but I'm glad it didn't last long.  Tomorrow will be my 3rd weekly weigh in.  So far I'm staying committed and I hope the weeks fly by!

First Mini Goal!!

So I stepped on the scale this morning and I was excited to see that I hit my first mini goal!!! Yay!!! Even though I didn't get a workout in yesterday (besides my walk) that was definitely motivating for me.  Now my next mini goal will be to hit 210.  I've got a new wallpaper for my phone to keep my mind on the goal every time I turn my phone on.

I didn't get a workout in but I did manage to get a walk in tonight before the rain.  At least it was something.  I don't know if I will be able to get a workout in tomorrow either as I have a dr. appt in the afternoon.  I have to see and ENT for my hoarse voice I've had for over 6 months now.  I've tried several other treatments to see if they were the cause but they didn't help. I hope I get answers tomorrow and I also hope it's nothing too serious.

16/280

For whatever reason I am not feeling a workout right now.  I got home from work, ate my lunch and feel like sitting down to read a book.  I know it's suppose to rain later this afternoon all night so I won't be getting in my normal walk with John.  I'm not sure if I will feel the motivation to workout later tonight.  I just feel tired and would rather stay home.  I will make sure I stick with my diet and see if I feel up to a workout tonight.  Usually I can only make it past the 2 week mark before I start fizzling out.  I need to stick with it this time.  Even if I don't reach my ultimate goal, I definitely need to fall somewhere in the middle.  Even if I hovered in the 160's that would be much better than above the 200's.

Week 2 Weigh In

2.6 lbs. lost
Current weight:217 lbs.
Starting weight: 226.6 lbs.

Total loss to date:9.6 lbs

I've been suffering from the worst headache ever!  It woke me up last night it became so painful and throbbing.  Luckily some ibuprofen helped calm it down enough for me to go back to sleep eventually.  I can still feel it there in the background this morning.  I hope I can shake it before I get my workout in this afternoon.  Hopefully by next weigh in I can make my first mini goal of 215 lbs.  I've set my phone screen to say that so I can stay focused.  Next one after that will be 210, 205, 200, etc!  It makes the big goal a little less intimidating if I can have small goals to focus on as well.