#18/71 Set small goals
Throughout your life, you may notice there are certain laws or concepts that are universal or overlaps in all aspects of your life. I.e. Measure twice, cut once, Think before you speak, Aim at nothing and you'll hit it every time! Setting goals is so important yet how many of us do it...then actually follow through? This weeks blog is about setting small goals.
The weigh-in? First I want to apologize to my readers I was so crazy busy last week I didn't get to blog in. But, the weigh in is the same for the last couple of weeks. I'm at 204lb. I dont know about your progress, but it's obvious to me this seems to be my new set point. Originally it was around 210-215lb. I've plateaued. And it sure doesn't seem like I've progressed much in the last 60 days. But, like all things it takes time. I can tell you that my eating habits have changed, my pedometer is showing an all time high around 60-70k steps a week. I'm conscious about portion control and have increased my water intake. So, why the plateau? I'm sure there are plenty reasons, but I'm confident in saying my body has adjusted to the decreased calorie intake. There is always room for improvement ie. less creamer or no creamer in my coffee each day, less condiments in my food. I can tell you I've even reduced the frequency of going to Chinese buffets(one of my great weaknesses...geez I love to eat, but then again who doesn't). So, why the plateau? I still haven't implemented a daily exercise routine. Life always seems to get in the way.
Setting small goals is essential to weight loss like everything else. I had read this great example. Just like working on losing 50lbs plus is pretty overwhelming so is eating a whole stick of Salami(don't you love the food examples). Try eating a whole stick of Salami in one sitting: It's just not going to happen and if you try odds are you're going to get sick! On the other hand, eating a slice here or there is much more manageable. My small goal currently is just getting under 200lb. It's just 4lbs right? Shouldn't be too tough? Hey when you plateau even 1lb seems impossible.
The solution is "easy" work out on a regular basis. MAKE TIME to work out, life shouldn't get in the way especially if getting in the way could cost your health. but here's something exciting I'm in process of getting the P90X program. I've had a number of friends whose been on it and it is effective. A ton of hard work, but well worth it if you are able to achieve your weight loss goals and become stronger and healthier in the process. I'll keep you guys updated! So, everyone hold me accountable right now the small goal is to get under 200lb. Wish me luck!
Just live,
Anthony
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Sunday, April 11, 2010
How much Longer?!
#35/71 Stay Busy.
WoW, Life just doesn't slow down. Life doesn't wait for you, it just keeps going! The last several weeks, I've put things to the side adjusted my priorities and just hang on for dear life. On the positive, I've seen results unfortunately it wasn't in the actual weight lost numbers.
The weigh-in: 204lb.
If you guys have been keeping track of my blog or follow me on Twitter or Facebook you'll know that I've been rushing to get Andy's Playset together. Well Saturday late afternoon it was officially "done". And here it is:
http://twitpic.com/1eyymb
And this is why I put everything including my weight loss goals aside:
http://twitpic.com/1eya52
Today's tip is to Stay Busy. Although I didn't lose any weight this week I've keep my TV watching to a minimum basically just whatever Andy wants to watch which is usually Sprout/Nick JR on Cable and the DVDs Cars and Lady and the Tramp! Stay busy and stay active. Because it's the little things that matter to your weight loss. While my exercise this week was a minimum my pedometer was at all time high. 60,258 and that's not discounting the calibration issue. Basically I'm well over 70,000 steps. I've kept my food intake within tolerance. On another front, I've registered to do a fun walk with Andy in tow(Stroller) for next month. Always stay busy. Just sealing the wood the last couple of weeks has strengthen my legs. After the time change there is more sunlight and I've began walking in the evening again with him, which gives Mommy a mental break. I can tell you just playing with your child(ren) will help you burn more calories and brings up your quality of life especially with your family. So, the numbers don't say everything. What I can tell you is this week has been productive. Remember the point is not just the weight loss, it's also to live your life in a positive manner. Better health, better life and I can attest this will reflect in your life both at work and at home. Stay busy, stay active and just live!
To your health,
Anthony
WoW, Life just doesn't slow down. Life doesn't wait for you, it just keeps going! The last several weeks, I've put things to the side adjusted my priorities and just hang on for dear life. On the positive, I've seen results unfortunately it wasn't in the actual weight lost numbers.
The weigh-in: 204lb.
If you guys have been keeping track of my blog or follow me on Twitter or Facebook you'll know that I've been rushing to get Andy's Playset together. Well Saturday late afternoon it was officially "done". And here it is:
http://twitpic.com/1eyymb
And this is why I put everything including my weight loss goals aside:
http://twitpic.com/1eya52
Today's tip is to Stay Busy. Although I didn't lose any weight this week I've keep my TV watching to a minimum basically just whatever Andy wants to watch which is usually Sprout/Nick JR on Cable and the DVDs Cars and Lady and the Tramp! Stay busy and stay active. Because it's the little things that matter to your weight loss. While my exercise this week was a minimum my pedometer was at all time high. 60,258 and that's not discounting the calibration issue. Basically I'm well over 70,000 steps. I've kept my food intake within tolerance. On another front, I've registered to do a fun walk with Andy in tow(Stroller) for next month. Always stay busy. Just sealing the wood the last couple of weeks has strengthen my legs. After the time change there is more sunlight and I've began walking in the evening again with him, which gives Mommy a mental break. I can tell you just playing with your child(ren) will help you burn more calories and brings up your quality of life especially with your family. So, the numbers don't say everything. What I can tell you is this week has been productive. Remember the point is not just the weight loss, it's also to live your life in a positive manner. Better health, better life and I can attest this will reflect in your life both at work and at home. Stay busy, stay active and just live!
To your health,
Anthony
Saturday, April 3, 2010
You too Fat?! Eat more Vegetables!
#1/71 Prioritize.
Ages ago, I remember this stand-up routine by John Pinette about Chinese Buffets and Fat people. It was hilarious below is the youtube video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vz8D1dAhHq4
I thought this would be great way to start this week blog. My weigh in?
203lbs.
Am I surprised at the number? No, not really I've become familiar with how my body reacts with outside influences such as calories intake and exercise. which goes into this week's theme. Prioritize. If you have been following my blog and/Facebook or Twitter you'll know I've been trying to put together Andrew's Playset. As I buddie told me when I asked him to help..."It's not a swing set it's a Playset!" I have to agree because when Nikki and pulled the pieces out of the 2 boxes which weighed in over 300lb. there were over 300 wooden pieces! All of which has to be sealed before assembly to avoid water damage. Well I'm about half-way done. And since I'm trying to beat the 4/16 Birthday deadline and trying to coordinate help in the assembly of the set, I've decided to put everything aside and have this as my priority. On a side note, I still need to do our taxes...so busy 2 weeks for me!
When it comes to weight loss Prioritizing is also the key. I use to believe I just need to find time to exercise or to put my lunches together. Now I know I need to MAKE time to do those things or they will never be done. You'll always find something more important, like laundry, cleaning the house, dishes, general paperwork. And no matter how many things you take off of your To Do list you'll never find the time to exercise or eat healthy. Fact is it's called Fast Food for a reason. Society as a whole is giving up our health, money and even freedoms for the sake of convenience. So, you may not be able to make your bed or do laundry immediately you need to exercise, you need to plan your meals. I assure you those things will get done too in time. Dont give up your health for the little things. Because without your health everything else is pointless. That's just my 2 cents this week.
Just Live,
Anthony
Ages ago, I remember this stand-up routine by John Pinette about Chinese Buffets and Fat people. It was hilarious below is the youtube video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vz8D1dAhHq4
I thought this would be great way to start this week blog. My weigh in?
203lbs.
Am I surprised at the number? No, not really I've become familiar with how my body reacts with outside influences such as calories intake and exercise. which goes into this week's theme. Prioritize. If you have been following my blog and/Facebook or Twitter you'll know I've been trying to put together Andrew's Playset. As I buddie told me when I asked him to help..."It's not a swing set it's a Playset!" I have to agree because when Nikki and pulled the pieces out of the 2 boxes which weighed in over 300lb. there were over 300 wooden pieces! All of which has to be sealed before assembly to avoid water damage. Well I'm about half-way done. And since I'm trying to beat the 4/16 Birthday deadline and trying to coordinate help in the assembly of the set, I've decided to put everything aside and have this as my priority. On a side note, I still need to do our taxes...so busy 2 weeks for me!
When it comes to weight loss Prioritizing is also the key. I use to believe I just need to find time to exercise or to put my lunches together. Now I know I need to MAKE time to do those things or they will never be done. You'll always find something more important, like laundry, cleaning the house, dishes, general paperwork. And no matter how many things you take off of your To Do list you'll never find the time to exercise or eat healthy. Fact is it's called Fast Food for a reason. Society as a whole is giving up our health, money and even freedoms for the sake of convenience. So, you may not be able to make your bed or do laundry immediately you need to exercise, you need to plan your meals. I assure you those things will get done too in time. Dont give up your health for the little things. Because without your health everything else is pointless. That's just my 2 cents this week.
Just Live,
Anthony
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