Weekly Weigh-In

Not much to report. I'm not sure if that is good or bad! I am 2 lbs over my last weigh-in but considering its been hit or miss with tracking my calories and my exercise routine was mostly non-existent (a couple spin classes, a couple days of weights and the elliptical once), I consider that a small victory. I have weighed in the past few weeks and this is where I've been each time.

For real though, I miss the exercise routine I was on the past spring and early summer. I felt stronger, more energetic and I was starting to notice a physical difference. Trying to work it in with our new school/work schedule is hard but I am determined to figure out a way to make it fit. 

I need to remember to take it one day at a time. So, yesterday I stayed within my goal calorie range. My recommended (from a nutritionist and via My Fitness Pal) ratio of carbs-fat-protein was only a little off. Also, I went to my favorite Tone and Strength class last night. It would have been easier to stay home but I knew I had to go. It was hard but I felt good afterwards.

Today, I am hoping to hit the treadmill and start running again! 

Hope everyone has a motivated Tuesday! 

xo,

Stephanie 

Week 4 Weigh-in

Today's weigh-in was a "Yes!" moment for sure! It has been tough getting back into a fitness routine since vacation but I did try to log my food last week (sorry I forgot to check-in though! I stayed the same from the previous week). But, this morning I saw some results - down 3.8 lbs! 

As you hear over and over, it is all about your diet and calories consumed. Thank goodness it isn't all about exercise because making time is a constant struggle at the moment. Now that school is back in, I am hoping to figure out a good fitness plan that fits our schedule. All I was able to fit in was a spin class last week and a 2 mile run yesterday. 

I am now off to start my day and looking forward to upper body weights, abs and spinning this morning! 

I am hoping to finish up a post later today dedicated to 10 minute meals! Be sure to stop back to check it out. 

xo,

Stephanie 

Weight Loss & Fitness Update - Week 2

A quick check in to hold myself accountable - down 1/2 lb from last week and 1 1/2 total. This was a pleasant surprise because I thought I felt 10 lbs heavier after cupcakes and ice cream this weekend! But I will take it.

Diet

Trying to log into My Fitness Pal as I have time and being conscious of what I am eating and portion size. 

Fitness

Thursday - spinning, upper body free weights, abs

Friday - 2 mile run

Monday - 1 mile run, Tone & Strength

Check out Week 1 here and my Goals here.

Thanks for stopping by! 

xo,

Stephanie

Weight Loss & Fitness Check-in

It's Tuesday so that means I am checking in with a weight loss and fitness update. It's all about accountability, right? Right.

So, we've been back from vacation for 10 days now and settling back into our summer routine (yes, we do have one). Last week was tough with a lot of drama, attitude and sass. By Saturday, all was calm again...or as calm as life can be with three littles. 

If you follow me on My Fitness Pal, then you know I did not log my calories like I should. Also, part of catching up with home, work and volunteer activities made trips to the gym more difficult. 

Having said all of that, I was down 1 lb from last week!

Diet

Not enough counting calories and eating too many carbs. I try to maintain a ratio of 50% carbs - 30% protein - 20% fat as recommended by a nutritionist. Also, she recommended I aim for 1300-1500 calories per day. This is WAY more than My Fitness Pal had me at but it did work when I stuck to it in June-beg. of July. 

Exercise

Tuesday - Spinning, upper body free weights and abs

Friday - Elliptical and Tone & Strength class (works in cardio too)

Monday - 1 mile run, Tone & Strength class

So, my goal for this week is to log all of my food and to increase my workouts. I am sore from yesterday's workout and that feels good! 

Hope everyone has a great day! 

xo,

Stephanie 

The Honest Truth

This is a post I've been thinking about doing for awhile but 1.) I wasn't sure I wanted to share so publicly and 2.) I knew I wouldn't have time to provide regular updates so I kept it on the back burner. Now that we are back from our trip and ready to get back into a daily routine, it is time to share! 

I hope that anyone else having this same struggle will know they are not alone and will find motivation through my successes.  

So, the honest truth, is that losing weight after baby #3 has been HARD! With the first two babes, the weight was off within 6-8 months. Even when I gained weight in college, I would start running and watch my diet and the weight would fall right off. Now we are 27 months later and I am 20 lbs from my pre-baby weight and 30-35 from my goal weight. 

Every Tuesday I will post an update on my weight loss, workouts, diet, struggles, etc. I not only want to lose weight but I want to be fit and toned. So far this year, I have lost 12 lbs (it was 15 before vacation!) and 12+ inches. The last time I was measured was in the spring so my guess is that my inches are much more now - my clothes agree! 

I am going to use My Fitness Pal to track my calories and % of fat/carbs/protein I am eating. It is the easy to use and free - win, win. My username is StephanieLDodd if you want to follow me. For my workout routine, it will include a mix of spinning, running and weight training. 

So, follow me along on my weight loss and fitness journey! 

xo,

Stephanie