One is the loneliest number…
Good morning Buddies…
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Its insanely early here in Ohio…4:30 a.m. Friday Morning to be precise! EGADS!!! 
What am I doing up?!?!?!
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Well, it’s weigh in day for me…And I am down another pound…
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Now…Dont get me wrong. I am VERY grateful for that pound. ESPECIALLY this week… I mean, I had a four day weekend in Chicago with more food then I had ever seen in my life! And the whole weekend, while being concious of what I ate, I did not really stay on plan…I kind of just ate what I wanted…
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So, after all that, a pound is good news, right???
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So why am I so bummed????
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I read Kari’s blog, and I think I am in the same boat…I have definitely lost my will to exercise this week! Now, I have still done it, albeit, half heartedly…
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Part of it, I know, is because I took four days off during Chicago. I mean, we walked, but I didnt hit the gym, and the gym is what I need to feel really good about myself…
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And now we are home and the busy holiday week is upon us, and due to social engagements, I didnt work out last night and wont get to tonight…And well…It kind of sucks…
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I have buddies losing 2-3-4 pounds a week!!!!
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I WANT THAT TOO!!!!!!
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I mean, these one pound weeks are REALLY bringing me down today…
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And I know some of you are saying, GOSH, shut up already! A pound is a pound…And I do know this buddies…And a loss is a loss…I just want more today!!!
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And I know I have no one to blame but myself…
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I know the work out is my key…My food has been on target for MONTHS now, and is really quite under control…But its time to increase my workouts from a half hour per night to a full hour…I know this…
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Its just hard. I hate carving out that time and taking that time away from my family, my home chores, my friends…
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The problem is, I used to walk at my lunch hour, in addition to my half hour work out at night…So all and all, I got an hour and 15 minute workout in per day…It was a great system!!!!
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Well…Now that winter and the holiday season, has arrived, the walks have slowed…Well, if I am to be honest, they have basically stopped…Too many other things going on…
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Soooo. I know I need to tack on an extra half hour at night…But when you dont get home MOST nights until a quarter to six, you make/eat dinner, do any house “chores” and then work out. Your night is basically gone…And it sucks!!!!
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Okay. I guess I am done whinning now…Thanks for listening buddies…
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I have a rather busy weekend ahead…I have a work holiday party today…Another Holiday party tonight with friends, tomorrow I have a busy day with visiting an old friend, and a Hockey game tomorrow night…
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And on Sunday the DH is taking me to see CHARLOTTES WEB!!!!! I am most excited about that. Its getting good reviews. My absolute FAVORITE childrens book, and one of my all time favorite childrens movies…So I am anxious to see the remake…
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But, I have commited to going to the gym for an hour both Saturday and Sunday prior to heading out each day, and, even though next week is countdown to Christmas, I have promised myself an hour workout EACH night…
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We will see if she can keep her promise to herself!
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Take care buddies! ~Dawnie
I think it’s great that you are committing to more exercise Dawn, and I know that you have every intention of doing it, but you have to know that the holidays might just get in your way. I’m worried that if you are unable to do so every night that you will get down on yourself…and we can not have that!
You are doing such an amazing job, and I know that come Jan 1 once everything has settled down that you will be a workout queen. I haven’t been able to exercise for a while now, life is just in my way. I know that it’s only temporary and soon I’ll be able to get back into a routine, and so will you.
Now as far as you not wanting to take that hour a day for you…well I’m just going to have to through the bullshit flag on that one. Your husband and friends and dishes will be just fine without your full attention for an hour everyday. No guilt Dawn! You are taking care of his wife and their friend…and the housework? Who cares. I just can’t imagine you ever saying to someone, ” Well, I’m not as healthy or happy as I could be, but you could eat off my kitchen floor. “
Congratulations on losing a pound! Each one adds up slowly but surely. Your walking in Chicago was exercise. You are doing very well I think. Take care.
good job, a pound is one less that youll have to lose. a number that you will never see on the scale again, i see that you have lost 57# already so cudos to you. i think its depressing when you only lose a pound in a week is because, from experience you can can 1+ in a day when your not dieting and that just doesnt seem fair now does it.. next week will be better. good luck
O.k. 1 pound is great for you this week Dawn after that Chicago weekend… I’m very happy for you losing that pound. As for spending the extra time in the gym.. YOU’ve gotta decide that it is for YOU! And I think you spend so much time caring about and helping others that you lose sight sometimes of the fact that YOU are very important!! So if you want that time take that time for YOU! Have a wonderful weekend!
GO BLUE JACKETS!
I didn’t read what other’s have said to you BUT I totally understand what you are saying. Your the MOM and when you get home from work the last thing you “feel” like doing is working PLUS you want to spend time w/ the family and do the “family chores” that are just calling your name. I totally understand. I have it a little easier than you b/c now my kiddo’s are getting a bit older 13, 15, 17 and so I don’t “feel” the guilt as much when I don’t spend as much time w/ them b/c they don’t “need” as much now. But there are days I still feel what you are talking about and I decide weather to spend time w/ them or exercise. I never could find the “right” time to fit my exercise in that is so important. I know you will find that right time sooner or later and make whatever adjustments that work for you and for your family. I definately have started the whole crock pot dinner meals so I don’t have to spend time fixing dinner when I get home.
By the way b/c of the wedding and all you did great by losing a pound. I’m nervous b/c family is coming into town the week after Christmas and I will not be able to exercise at all that week or at least I don’t think I will be able too with them here and doing all kinds of “stuff”. But I’ve known that for some time now and I figure it will be my chance to take a break from exercise not eating though - I’m going to try and be good.
Way to go on your one lb loss! Maybe if you look at it another way, you lost one lb in one week and thats great and consider normal and a healthy weight loss. Also, like Scott said in his blog, your getting one lb closer to your finish line!
I hope you have a great weekend!
You will keep your promise Dawn. Try not to compare yourself with anybody…I mean you’re working hard and getting results. It would be great to lose 5 lbs EVERY week but we’re not on the BL here. You’re doing great!
Small losses can be frustrating, there’s no two ways about it. Just keep reminding yourself how far you’ve already come! The steps you’re taking already (planning to go to the gym this weekend, committing to exercise in the evenings next week) will make a huge difference, and you’ll see the results!!!
Way to go - the scales moving in the right direction.
And I’m sure you’ll keep your promises to yourself. Do it for you. You deserve it.
I think a lot of us are feeling down lately, and I have to say - it’s the holidays. I really think that this month stresses us out what with holiday parties, and trips and families and friends and all the food at these social events, it’s like everyone has to be on speed…and when you are in that mode, it is very hard to continue getting the same results - your routine has changed. But you did lose something, and that is good - that is awesome. I agree with Nikki - don’t compare yourself to anyone else (I am so guilty of that myself) - because no one else has Dawn’s life, Dawn’s engagements, time constraints, etc. You have been doing so incredibly well with the weight loss, it’s all about sticking with it in the long run. I know that not having the energy or motivation to work out for a week is scary - “oh no! am i going back to my old self?” - but if you stick to it in the long run, and I mean healthy habits for life - a week is insignificant…
Now Dawnie, you know as well as I do that losing more than 1-2 lbs a week every week is NOT good!!
You will get there. You’re doing great!