It has been almost 2 years now since I started this journey to being healthy. I recently saw a quote that said,"A year from now you will wish you started today!" I love it because it is sooo true. Imagine if I hadn't ventured on this journey where I would be today. As I have said time and again, this isn't a journey just about weight lose but about my overall health in all areas of my life. For so long I ran from things... from my past, from my anger created during childhood, from people I feared I would disappoint, etc. Part of this journey has caused me to stop, turn around and face these demons head on! Sometimes I felt like I was about to open pandora's box. There have been alot tears but also alot of healing. I could not accomplished getting healthy in other areas of my life without going through this process. (Ex. I always felt I was the black sheep in the room no matter if I was with friends, family, or strangers. I felt ugly and unworthy of others attention. I had to ask the question... Why? It's not healthy and NOT normal to feel that way. Why do I feel unworthy and unloveable? After reflecting on my past, I figured out that it was because as a child I was REALLY bucked toothed and was constantly being made fun of at school. At home, my mom was always on me about my weight (though she provided the unhealthy lifestyle and food). The lack of a father telling me that I was beautiful. Growing up poor and having to wear hand-me-downs or thrift shop clothes and being made fun of because of it. Some very hurtful comments made by some people that I respected, etc.... Once I realized where these ideas came from I was able to gain prospective. I had to forgive those people who said and did those hurtful things realizing that they said and did those things out of their own fears and pains. I had to realize that regardless of my past I am different now. I am beautiful inside and out. I like my clothes (even though most of them came from salvation army). When I started to believe it, so did others. Now, I love hanging out with others, going to parties, feel more confident to start up a comverstation with someone I don't know and never leave a party feeling bad about myself. )
Instead of running away from things, I am running towards things. An important aspect of this journey is finding out what I want to do with my life. Let me tell you, I have put alot of thought into this. The more I prayed and thought about this I realized that Taiwan wasn't the place I needed to be. My personality, my dreams, my passions just didn't match any longer. It was like trying to fit a square in s circle. I don't regret the nine years that I have lived here but with that said it is time to move on. I will most definately be moving back to California this summer to start the next chapter of my life.
I realize that starting a family is something I will regret if I don't experience it. Whether that means I meet someone, get married and start a family that way or presue adoption is up to God but I am running after it none the less. :)
I have a growing passion to teach others about living healthy and will be taking the ACE Personal Trainer test this summer and hopefully start working as a Personal Trainer.
I have a passion to be part a church both in attendence and in service. I have struggled to feel connected in a Chinese Church here and our English Vespers is just a fellowship group.
With that said, on Monday I will start the final phase in my weight lose journey by starting the Body Revolution Program for the third time. I have gained 6.5 lbs since surgery and while on vacation which means that I have 14.5 lbs to lose to get to my goal weight. I have been reflecting the last couple of days on how I was so sucessful the first round... and have concluded that these points were what helped the most.
1. having a program to follow. (2 DVDs 6 days a week (30 minute strength in the morning and 30 minute cardio in the evening)
2.Having a "meal plan'. I was pretty good about using the recipes and portion sizes suggested in the book.
3. Having a plan. I had daily and weeking plans. When I was going to shop, cook, clean, etc. This is essential since not having the right foods or the right time will derail your efforts.
4. Using the Facebook Body Revolution support group... I was able to ask questions and get positive feedback from other going through the same thing that I was.
5. Making a video blog... It kept me accountable. There were a few people that followed me and I followed them. It is also helpful to look back see what I struggled with or where I was at.
6. Setting goals: I had weekly goals (like doing all my exercises, drinking enough waters, taking my vitamins, etc.) and monthly goals (losing 5 lbs., losing a pant size, being able to do all the exercises on the dvd without stopping, etc.)
7. Rewards: I had a weekly reward of a hair washing or massage and monthly reward of a trip away or new outfit. It really motivated me because I wouldn't let myself have it if I didn't stay on track
So tune in because in three monthes I AM going to be the NEW ME!
Friday, 15 February 2013
The Why and The How!
It has been almost 2 years now since I started this journey to being healthy. I recently saw a quote that said,"A year from now you will wish you started today!" I love it because it is sooo true. Imagine if I hadn't ventured on this journey where I would be today. As I have said time and again, this isn't a journey just about weight lose but about my overall health in all areas of my life. For so long I ran from things... from my past, from my anger created during childhood, from people I feared I would disappoint, etc. Part of this journey has caused me to stop, turn around and face these demons head on! Sometimes I felt like I was about to open pandora's box. There have been alot tears but also alot of healing. I could not accomplished getting healthy in other areas of my life without going through this process. (Ex. I always felt I was the black sheep in the room no matter if I was with friends, family, or strangers. I felt ugly and unworthy of others attention. I had to ask the question... Why? It's not healthy and NOT normal to feel that way. Why do I feel unworthy and unloveable? After reflecting on my past, I figured out that it was because as a child I was REALLY bucked toothed and was constantly being made fun of at school. At home, my mom was always on me about my weight (though she provided the unhealthy lifestyle and food). The lack of a father telling me that I was beautiful. Growing up poor and having to wear hand-me-downs or thrift shop clothes and being made fun of because of it. Some very hurtful comments made by some people that I respected, etc.... Once I realized where these ideas came from I was able to gain prospective. I had to forgive those people who said and did those hurtful things realizing that they said and did those things out of their own fears and pains. I had to realize that regardless of my past I am different now. I am beautiful inside and out. I like my clothes (even though most of them came from salvation army). When I started to believe it, so did others. Now, I love hanging out with others, going to parties, feel more confident to start up a comverstation with someone I don't know and never leave a party feeling bad about myself. )
Instead of running away from things, I am running towards things. An important aspect of this journey is finding out what I want to do with my life. Let me tell you, I have put alot of thought into this. The more I prayed and thought about this I realized that Taiwan wasn't the place I needed to be. My personality, my dreams, my passions just didn't match any longer. It was like trying to fit a square in s circle. I don't regret the nine years that I have lived here but with that said it is time to move on. I will most definately be moving back to California this summer to start the next chapter of my life.
I realize that starting a family is something I will regret if I don't experience it. Whether that means I meet someone, get married and start a family that way or presue adoption is up to God but I am running after it none the less. :)
I have a growing passion to teach others about living healthy and will be taking the ACE Personal Trainer test this summer and hopefully start working as a Personal Trainer.
I have a passion to be part a church both in attendence and in service. I have struggled to feel connected in a Chinese Church here and our English Vespers is just a fellowship group.
With that said, on Monday I will start the final phase in my weight lose journey by starting the Body Revolution Program for the third time. I have gained 6.5 lbs since surgery and while on vacation which means that I have 14.5 lbs to lose to get to my goal weight. I have been reflecting the last couple of days on how I was so sucessful the first round... and have concluded that these points were what helped the most.
1. having a program to follow. (2 DVDs 6 days a week (30 minute strength in the morning and 30 minute cardio in the evening)
2.Having a "meal plan'. I was pretty good about using the recipes and portion sizes suggested in the book.
3. Having a plan. I had daily and weeking plans. When I was going to shop, cook, clean, etc. This is essential since not having the right foods or the right time will derail your efforts.
4. Using the Facebook Body Revolution support group... I was able to ask questions and get positive feedback from other going through the same thing that I was.
5. Making a video blog... It kept me accountable. There were a few people that followed me and I followed them. It is also helpful to look back see what I struggled with or where I was at.
6. Setting goals: I had weekly goals (like doing all my exercises, drinking enough waters, taking my vitamins, etc.) and monthly goals (losing 5 lbs., losing a pant size, being able to do all the exercises on the dvd without stopping, etc.)
7. Rewards: I had a weekly reward of a hair washing or massage and monthly reward of a trip away or new outfit. It really motivated me because I wouldn't let myself have it if I didn't stay on track
So tune in because in three monthes I AM going to be the NEW ME!
Wednesday, 2 January 2013
UPDATE
Saturday, 16 June 2012
Body Revolution
Sorry I haven't been keeping up with this blog. I'll explain. At the begining of April I started doing Jillian Michaels 90 day body revolution. That meant walking up every morning at 4:45am to do a 30 min. workout. That meant buying, preparing, cleaning all my meals. That meant doing another 30 min. workout in the evening. It was a HUGE shift for me. I have actually been VLOGGING about it on youtube (strongfoundation12 channel).
It's been a crazy journey. Next week will be WEEK 12 (2 more weeks to go). I have lost about 18 lbs (offical weigh in days are Mondays). I am within my healthy BMI (114-144) at 141.7 lbs. I have 6.7 lbs to go to get to my goal weight and I have no doubts that I will get there. I am health fit and loving life. Thanks for following me. I will blog more about the journey this summer when I have break.
Tuesday, 20 March 2012
Week 2 of Back on Track
Well I am offically 6 lbs down and 20 lbs down from this time last year. It is exciting. I feel after 2 weeks the worst of "getting started" is over. In the begining I fight myself for... everything. I fight against exercising. I fight against eating too much or against the wrong foods. It is a constant battle but slowly new habits are being made and the struggle isn't as hard now. Seeing the pounds melt off is definately motivation too.
Finally back to eating healthy and exercising. And once again my house is a disaster. I don't know if I will ever be organized enough to get all three in order at the same time. I think the two hour a day commute has alot to do with it. Leaving my house at 6:30am and not getting back till 5:30pm is tough. Making dinner and exercising take up 1 hour and 1/2 to 2 hours (if I need to go to the store) of my evening and showering another 1/2 hour. With the 2 hours of down time dishes, laundry and cleaning house doesn't seem so appealing. I am about this close'' to getting a personal assistant once a week to help clean and shop and pay bills. If you know of someone, let me know.
I am 10 pounds away from lowest last Sept./ Oct. and can't wait to get there again. My hope is to shed this 10 pounds over the next month and half and start in May really working on those last 15-20 pounds before July 14th comes around. Thanks for all of those that have encouraged me over the past year. I really feel like this year is my year to make all my dreams come true. ;)
Finally back to eating healthy and exercising. And once again my house is a disaster. I don't know if I will ever be organized enough to get all three in order at the same time. I think the two hour a day commute has alot to do with it. Leaving my house at 6:30am and not getting back till 5:30pm is tough. Making dinner and exercising take up 1 hour and 1/2 to 2 hours (if I need to go to the store) of my evening and showering another 1/2 hour. With the 2 hours of down time dishes, laundry and cleaning house doesn't seem so appealing. I am about this close'' to getting a personal assistant once a week to help clean and shop and pay bills. If you know of someone, let me know.
I am 10 pounds away from lowest last Sept./ Oct. and can't wait to get there again. My hope is to shed this 10 pounds over the next month and half and start in May really working on those last 15-20 pounds before July 14th comes around. Thanks for all of those that have encouraged me over the past year. I really feel like this year is my year to make all my dreams come true. ;)
Sunday, 11 March 2012
Some more pictures of what I eat
Here's breakfast and Lunch for today.
Breakfast: 4 egg white breakfast burrito with whole wheat tortilla (from JUST) cheddar cheese, tomato and a tiny bit of sour cream.
Lunch: Whole wheat pausta, with left over hamburger and tomato sauce... SO GOOD!
Organization is KEY
When I was reading through my journal from this last year I happened upon a section that talked about all the things that sobotage my efforts to lose wieght, exercise, make friends / make boyfriend :), etc. And when it comes to eating right and exercise ORGANIZATION was my #1 reason for failing. I would eat poorly because I didn't have the right food in the refridgerator or I wouldn't have the right shoes on to exercise after work or I didn't remember to prepare a lunch so I had to get something fast before work or go with out... you get the point. I am trying hard to be more organized this time around. Have a PLAN. I write you what I am going to eat for 3 days in advance and then make a shopping list accordingly and then plan out a time to go get the stuff.
Today I wasn't feeling good so I stayed home most of the day. I did 4 loads of laundry (and discovered I have 30 pairs of socks...idk), I cleaned out the fridge, I did most of the dishes, I prepared for this week (food wise).
It's hard because I know I can't do everything, so I have to make sacrifices, like not going out to eat with friends after church. (Again if I was more organized I would of brought my own dinner and then I could of gone.) I hopefully everything will become habit again I won't have to analysis everything I do. I serious spend 30 minutes each night just planning out the following day. Reminding myself if all the things that need to get done and when. Making progress though, one step at a time.
Saturday, 10 March 2012
Week One
On Monday I got serious about countling calories, eating healthful foods, and exercising... and blogging. :) Last Monday when I weighted myself I weighed 164.7 lbs. (starting wieght). Today I weighed 160.6. So excited! I checked my weigh lose the first week (last time) and had lost 3.5 pounds so I am right on track. I know some of that is water weight but still excited none the less.
Got some new goals. I want to be 156.8 or less by April 9th (that would mean I would be 20 pounds from that date last year. I want to be 147.0 by May 19th would break my record (lowest I've been is 147.6). I want to be 139 by the time I go home on July 14th. That's 20 Weeks with 25.6 lbs. to lose. Ideally I would like to be 128-135. So by hope is to try to get into that range by the end of the summer. Hoping to do bootcamp again this summer which would really help. Last year I lost 4 lbs. while home for 6 weeks so it's doable. Thanks again for taking this journey with me.
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