Failing Miserably at Weight Loss? Or Just Plain Unmotivated?

So I've been on my Weight Loss Challenge for 3 months now. And never in my life have I failed at weight loss when I really put my mind to it. So the fact that I haven't weighed in (or posted) and recorded my weight says one of two things; I'm finally failing at weight loss OR I'm unmotivated.

And sadly, I think it's the later.

I choose carbs over veggies, eating out over making meals, and letting my husband decide where an what we eat. Totally bad combos that have lead me to fear stepping on the scale since the Monday after BlogHer.

You see, when I got back from BlogHer life was hard. Not only had I been away for 4 days, I also had a LOT to do and catch up with. So all plans of "eating healthy and getting back on track after BlogHer" were gone.

In NYC feeling fabulous

What sucks is that I really didn't do too bad at BlogHer. With all of the walking I did I actually only gained 1.5lbs while away.

So why am I writing this? Well... I've gained my motivation back. I'm picking back up, getting on that horse, and riding towards success (how corny is that?).

How am I going to do it? With more fitness/health buddies! I'm going to commit myself to one gym day with my friend Janelle, will make Mariah hold me accountable (as well as hold her accountable) for moving my butt and making healthy choices, AND by not slacking on updating my dear readers.

And with the help of the tools I already have on board including my Weight Watchers membership, the FitBit, my Precise Portions dinnerware, Shakeology, and my new, beautiful Joovy Zoom 360 (review to come!!) I am turning corners and WILL get this disgusting 45 pounds off.

The new Joovy 360 ready for a spin

And as scary as it is, I'll be stepping on the scale this Friday to see what the damage is. And if I have more than 45 pounds to lose now.

Today is a new day. My breakfast is tracked, I went on a 20-minute run (which was probably quite entertaining for anyone who saw me), and I have plans for the gym on Wednesday. I am motivated. I will make time. I will be healthy for me.

If you want to join me (and remember... it's not just about weight loss, it's about getting healthy and being happy with your body) feel free to join in and link up to my monthly Weight Loss Challenge post on the first of every month.

Email me at simmworksfamily(at)gmail.com if you also want to participate in the monthly WLC giveaways! And check out this month's giveaway here for an Ozeri scale and Meet Me at the Dinner Table meal planner. 

Week 5 Weigh In: Climbing Out of the Hole #simmwlc

Starting to see the numbers go down... still in the red but hoping to pull through.

The plan?

Eggs for breakfast, Shakeology for lunch, portion controlled balanced dinner on Precise Portions dinnerware and lots and lots of steps being tracked by my FitBit!

Here's hoping for the same results next week.

Weight Loss Progress

Starting Weight: 204 lbs 6/1/2012

Size 12/14

Current Weight: 203.2 lbs 7/6/2012

Size 14

Total to go: 48.2 lbs

Total lost: 0.8 lb

 First Post - The Beginning

Week 1: -1lb

Week 2: -2.2lbs 

Week 3: -0.4lbs 

Week 4: +4.4lbs :(

Week 5: -1.6lbs

Simmworks Family Weight Loss Challenge {Month 1}

Well... I honestly don't know what to say here.

I completed month one but have no idea how I went from being down 3.2 pound and on the right track to being UP 0.8 pounds from my start weight on June 1st.

I cried. I lost it. And I got mad. And then I went out and celebrated my 5 year anniversary.Because I deserved an awesome weekend with my husband.

I didn't even bother taking new photos for the month so I included one of me from our stay at the San Diego Hilton above.

Not only have I been watching what I eat, I've been working on portion control with my Precise Portions cookware, and I've been working on exercise by wearing my FitBit every day to count steps. I've been averaging 8-10,000 steps a day depending on how active we are and if we take our morning walk.

Not to mention my Shakeology shake a day AND using Weight Watchers online. So I'm really kinda at a loss. Weight loss has always been easy up until this weight range and I need to get to the 190s soon! It is driving me crazy.

So I'm up for hearing any and all tips and tricks! If you know of something I should be doing but am not feel free to let me know!

And don't forget the 

July Weight Loss Challenge Giveaway

Make sure you visit the other bloggers participating in this challenge and help cheer them on as they reach their own personal Weight Loss Challenge goals!

Weight Loss Progress

Starting Weight: 204 lbs 6/1/2012

Size 12/14

Current Weight: 204.8 lbs 7/1/2012

Size 14

Total to go: 49 lbs

Total lost: +0.8 lb

 First Post - The Beginning

Week 1: -1lb

Week 2: -2.2lbs 

Week 3: -0.4lbs 

Week 4: +4.4

Week 3 Weigh In: Chuggin' Along #simmwlc

This week was a bit wonky. Not only am I posting late, I had to weigh in a day early because we headed up to Disneyland on Thursday night. So while I'm down I think I'll be happily surprised next Friday when I weigh in.

Or at least that's what I'm telling myself.

The results?

Hey... that's almost 1/2 a pound! I'll take it.

I got a little more active this week. I've held steady at 10,000 steps a day and have been keeping track with my FitBit. I seriously LOVE this thing! So easy to use and it automatically uploads all of my data when I set it on the dock at night to charge.I know exactly how much more active I need to be at night and if I need to take another walk to up my numbers.

I've also been quite good about eating good. I have a routine and I think I like it!

Protein for breakfast (eggs with veggies & cheese)
Shakeology for lunch
Lean meat, veggies, and 1/2 cup of grains for dinner

I've been snacking on the same things too... honey wheat pretzels with hummus, baby carrots, apples, bananas, and Chobani yogurt (yum!). Every once in a while I'll indulge in a few bites of something bad but I don't think I've overdone it.

And if I continue on this path I know I'll see the results I want! I may be a bit behind in where I want to be but I'm going in the right direction. So close to the end of this first month!

What I need to work on:

• Tracking on WW regularly - I'm paying for it... I need to use it!
• Keeping a great, healthy sweet treat around so I'm not tempted with bad stuff
• Getting to the gym! Again, paying for it and I need to use it

Are you on your own weight loss journey? Any great tips to share or struggles you need support with? I'd love for you to join in!

Weight Loss Progress

Starting Weight: 204 lbs 6/1/2012

Size 12/14

Current Weight: 200.4 lbs 6/21/2012

Size 12/14

Total to go: 45.4 lbs

Total lost: 3.6 lb

 First Post - The Beginning

Week 1: -1lb

Week 2: -2.2lbs 

Week 3: -0.4lbs