Well this has been an interesting first couple weeks here in D.C. But this blog is entirely dedicated to one of my new goals. I currently do not have a job so I have structured my day in such a way as to try and make the most of this non working time. I have joined Gold's Gym and I have really enjoyed two of the group classes so much. BodyJam which is just a time to dance it out and burn some calories and BodyFlow which helps core strength and flexibility. I met with a trainer that was too expensive for me to do right now but helped me with a starting place for some weight training. So far I have lost six pounds which is great because I had really been packing it on leading up to the move. I am a self admitted stress eater and I let that have far too much control over my life.
I am using MyFitnessPal to help track calories and exercise. I am trying very hard to stay between 1200-1400 calories a day. I am working out five times a week for an hour minimum each time. And I am drinking around 100oz of water. I have given up all carbonated drinks. And I am limiting caffeine. I am stopping when I am full and trying to make better food choices. I'm not doing no carbs, no sweets, no etc. I am trying to do this the right way this go round with a change in perspective and attitude towards food and eating. I am still tempted very much by cupcakes and Auntie Anne's and those sort of things but so far I haven't given in to one single craving in over two weeks.
I hope that as I journey on this healthy living shift, I can inspire and motivate others. I just had to make the decision to get serious this time.
I am using MyFitnessPal to help track calories and exercise. I am trying very hard to stay between 1200-1400 calories a day. I am working out five times a week for an hour minimum each time. And I am drinking around 100oz of water. I have given up all carbonated drinks. And I am limiting caffeine. I am stopping when I am full and trying to make better food choices. I'm not doing no carbs, no sweets, no etc. I am trying to do this the right way this go round with a change in perspective and attitude towards food and eating. I am still tempted very much by cupcakes and Auntie Anne's and those sort of things but so far I haven't given in to one single craving in over two weeks.
I hope that as I journey on this healthy living shift, I can inspire and motivate others. I just had to make the decision to get serious this time.
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