Of Plateaus and Progress
It's been a while since I provided a proper update on how things are going with this edition of Let's Lose Weight. One might think it's because things have sucked, but actually, I've been plugging along pretty well. I did finally hit my gain/plateau week, but I had houseguests for a week and PMS, so I considering the amount of vodka I ingested, my 1.4+ gain wasn't too bad. I promptly lost it and more bringing my current total to 17.8 lbs lost since January 3rd.
Could it be going faster? Most certainly. But I refuse to berate myself for not losing weight fast enough. I'm losing weight, period, and that's something. It's more than was happening before.
I also know why I'm not losing weight faster -- I could apply myself more by drinking more water and oh... I don't know... exercising. But who wants to exercise? Ok, I do. Or rather, I want to want to exercise, but as we can all attest to, it's one of those "fake it until you make it" scenarios. You just have to go through the motions until you get into a routine.
When I used to work out a lot and especially when I had a trainer, I did crave a workout. Oh, I'd bitch and complain and consider cancelling my sessions, but it helps when you're paying someone and cancelling means forfeiting that cash. But I also physically wanted that exercise high and sense of accomplishment. I've thought about getting a trainer again, and I probably will, but first I need to get into a little better shape. Like, not-passing-out-on-the-elliptical-in-front-of-girls-in-leggings shape.
I think what helped me not gain much while my houseguests were here was all the running around we did. Granted, there was a martini at the end of every sprint, but at least I got my walk on. This past Saturday, I went to a concert and spent about 3.5-4 hours just standing around, but only doing a bit of walking. The next day, my ass and hamstrings were so incredibly sore, I couldn't figure out why. Turns out holding up my ample ass for 3 hours burns calories even if I'm not breaking a sweat.
I've been saying I want to start exercising and I've done some things -- playing more Wii games, walking, just doing regularly active things, but the bottom line is that I spend the majority of my day sitting. So, if I want to meet my mini goals I've set for myself, I do need to make more of an effort to break a sweat and like, lift something heavier than a cocktail glass.
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Hi Joelle,
Just stumbled on your blog and had to say how much fun it is to read. I’ve bookmarked and will visit often. Good luck on your weight loss efforts - I’m part way through myself and hit my plateau/gain just a few weeks ago. All the best.
Dude. 17 lbs. is a lot. I think that’s really fast for 2 months with not much exercising, so you definitely shouldn’t feel like you’re not losing enough. I wish I was doing as well as you! I did ok in January and then lost all my willpower in February because of my birthday and work stress and blah blah blah. I’m finally getting back on track this week, though.
And I’m with you on the wanting to want to exercise. I wish I was one of those people who loves running, but I guess I got the loves cupcakes gene instead. Sigh. I do enjoy walking and I love my neighborhood, so now that it won’t get dark so early I’m going to try getting back into my walking routine again. I promised myself I’d go at least three times this week. That’s a start!
I agree with Emily, 17lbs. in 2 months is pretty good. Keep up the great work!
I’m with you on the exercise thing…I know I should do more of it but the thought of plugging away at the elliptical is enough to make me cry. I think I’ve found a fix for that issue though. I’ve started doing Turbo Jam with my husband. 1) One it’s a lot more fun than the elliptical and 2) I get to work out with the hubby!
Thanks! I actually just got a new scale and it reads I’m +1.5 lbs… which is really irritating, but I just decided to accept it and stick with that scale going forward. It seems pretty accurate and I like the scale itself (it’s wide, comfortable to stand on, goes on when you step on it—no tap first), it’s low-profile. I dig it and the reviews were great, so hopefully, it remains consistent.
t and stick with that scale going forward. It seems pretty accurate and I like the scale itself (i
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