Day Twenty-Eight: Back in the saddle again!

Current Weight: 202.8 lbs
Goal Weight: 140 lbs
Pounds Lost: 6.6
Pounds til goal: 62.8

Percent Body Fat: 41.5
BMI: 32.5

So, I didn't do too bad for not counting calories for ten days or so. I'm actually kind of proud of myself that I only gained a pound!

At the gym, I spent 30 minutes on the elliptical at Level Three, 35 minutes on the treadmill alternating between walking and running, and because I wanted to do more, I spent 22 minutes on the stationary bike. I'm finding that running is getting easier. I don't know if it's because I've been taking some vitamins for my joints, or because I'm that awesome.

Breakfast was 2 egg whites, some oatmeal, bread with marmalade, and a cup of milk. Lunch was a turkey, ham, and cheese sandwich from Subway with Baked Lays. Dinner was Cilantro-lime chicken with avocado salsa and saffron rice (cooking light). I stayed under my calories by 549.

                                                                                                     

Days Eighteen through Twenty-Seven: A Blur

So, I got lazy, I know. In this time frame I had 2 gun shows, a couple trips to Phoenix, and God only know what else. I don't even remember.

Yep, I fell off the wagon again. But I'll live. I'm starting again tomorrow, and I'll keep trying until I get it right!

Day Seventeen: A wee bit dissappointing

Current Weight: 201.8 lbs
Goal Weight: 140 lbs
Pounds Lost: 7.6
Pounds til goal: 61.8

Percent Body Fat: 41.4
BMI: 32.4

I had trouble sleeping last night, so I didn't go to the gym this morning. Instead, I went this evening. I did about 30 minutes of strength training and 35 minutes on the treadmill alternating between walking and running.

Breakfast was oatmeal and a banana. Lunch was a Grilled Chicken and Tapenade Sandwich (Cooking Light), and dinner was miso soup and a ton of sushi! I stayed under my calories by 182.

I withdrew my application for the City PD today. I was so nervous. I still am a little bit, but I'm glad to have more time to train. I tweaked my ankle yesterday at the gym, and just aggravated it today, so I need to lay off for a while. I have a gun show this weekend, so that should be enough to let my body recoup.

Day Sixteen: Frustration

Current Weight: 203.6 lbs
Goal Weight: 140 lbs
Pounds Lost: 45.8
Pounds til goal: 63.6

Percent Body Fat: 41.4
BMI: 32.7

Took The Monster to the open gym at our local gymnastics place this morning, so I went to the gym after lunch. I did 30 minutes on the elliptical at Level Three: You are my b*tch, and  35 minutes on the treadmill alternating between walking and running.

Breakfast was some oatmeal and a banana. Lunch was leftover butternut squash soup with some cheesy bread. Dinner was roasted tilapia with orange-parsley salsa and rice. I had a board meeting for the Rod & Gun Club where I snacked on 1 buffalo wing, a breadstick, and had a sierra mist. I stayed under my calories by 411.

I have made a very difficult decision today. After talking with my insider, and doing a lot of thinking, I have decided to withdraw my application for the cadet position temporarily. They will be testing again in three months, and in that three months I can focus on getting stronger and more ready for the fitness exam. If I didn't withdraw, I would only have a week and a half left to get my behind over the wall at least 75% of the time. Considering that I'm at 20% right now, including cheating (I discovered a weak board on my practice wall), it's not looking good.

If I went ahead and took the tests and did the fitness exam, but failed it, I would have to wait six months before I could apply again. I feel that this is a happy medium.

Day Fifteen: What's my weight again?

You'll notice I didn't post a Day Fourteen. It sucked that bad. Lets just say that even after I went to the gym, I was over my calories by over 1,000.

So, let's just pretend it didn't happen.

Current Weight: 205.2 lbs
Goal Weight: 140 lbs
Pounds Lost: 4.2
Pounds til goal: 65.2

Percent Body Fat: 41.9
BMI: 33.0

I didn't make it to the gym today, but I did attempt the wall again. I tried twenty times, and made it over four times. Not great, but better than last time. I also walked a mile at our local park while The Monster slept in the stroller.

Breakfast was carrot cake pancakes with honey. Lunch was butternut squash soup with cheesy toast. Dinner was almond stuffed chicken with couscous and mixed veggies. After dinner I made some cookies and cream pudding and ate a cup of it. I went over my calories by eight. I didn't log the wall climbing, I really didn't know how, so I probably didn't even go over.

Thursday is my written test for the department. I'm a little nervous, but I know I'll do well. I've got a week and a half to master this wall climbing before the fitness exam. I really need to kick butt!

Day Thirteen: I think I got on the wrong wagon again!

Current Weight: 203.6 lbs
Goal Weight: 140 lbs
Pounds Lost: 5.8
Pounds til goal: 63.6

Percent Body Fat: 41.8
BMI: 32.7

Didn't make it to the wall or the gym today. Spent today cleaning to get ready for our D&D night which turned into a Magic: The Gathering night. Yeah, I'm a nerd.

Breakfast was carrot cake pancakes with honey and an orange. Lunch was a chicken, carrot and cucumber salad with pita wedges (out of Cooking Light). Dinner was Almond stuffed chicken (also out of Cooking Light) with couscous and steamed broccoli. While playing, I snacked on some popcorn. Then it was suggested that we get some dairy queen, so I had a small butterfinger blizzard. I ended up going over my calories by 429.

I've been a bad girl, but I promise to get back on the wagon tomorrow!

Day Twelve: Mmmmm, Ice Cream

Broke down and went out to dinner with Strange Little Man and Monster today. I figured I had worked hard and I deserved a treat.

Current Weight: 204.6 lbs
Goal Weight: 140 lbs
Pounds Lost: 4.8
Pounds til goal: 64.6

Percent Body Fat: 41.4
BMI: 32.6

I did the gym this evening after my binge to make up for it. I spent 55 minutes on the treadmill, 30 minutes on the elliptical, and 30 minutes on the stationary bike.

Breakfast was carrot cake pancakes with honey and half a banana. Lunch was leftover shrimp ceasar salad with french bread. Dinner was spinach artichoke dip and Asiago steak from Applebees. Afterward, we went to Cold Stone where Monster and I shared a birthday cake remix (like it size, of course). Thanks to all of my exercise, I stayed under my calories by 231.

I didn't make it out to try the wall again. It was probably a good thing, as I am sore in weird places. My ribs hurt, and my right heel hurts at odd times. This is on top of the regular aches and pains of working out. I didn't do my strength training today because I didn't want to injure myself.

Now, I am exhausted. Time to get some sleep!