Weigh-Day Wednesday (October 14th)
Well it has been two weeks since my last post… and there is truly a reason. I decided to hide. I knew I had gained and I didn’t want to admit it. As we all know in life, it is easy to speak freely about our successes, but it is difficult to broadcasts our difficulties and setbacks. I have experienced two weeks of gains and while I am completely upset about it, life has been hectic and my weight loss has not been in the forefront of my mind.
As you know, my brother-in-law Mark has been in the hospital since the middle of June. It has been a LONG and tough road for the family. Luckily, two weeks ago (almost) he was able to come home. Lisa and Lucas flew to MA to help get his room ready and help out the family when he got home. I was happy for them to go, but I realize how much having them here helps keep me on task. Lisa will hit me when I get home, because I promised to stay on track while they were gone. But, anyway I didn’t do as well as I would have hoped I would do. My control slipped and I made some incorrect food choices. The main thing is I know (and knew) they were wrong. A year ago, this would be the norm. I wouldn’t have even thought twice about it. I am still learning and the fact I know this now to me is a true success. Every day is a challenge, but I am arming myself with the tools to succeed.
And so, the numbers… the very very BAD numbers are as follow.
I have gained a total of 5 (GASP) pounds in the last two weeks. I am still doing very well. I am still going to succeed. This week just taught me 5 ways not to lose a pound 
. Having said that, Lisa and Lucas are back and I can already tell from the minimal playing I did with Lucas, my activity is going to rise. Thanks for reading… I am going to post some more today about my 5K training and my new weight loss tech toys.
October 14th, 2009 at 3:00 pm
Hiding never helps. Ever. But seriously, 5 pounds isn’t the end of the world. You seem to be aware of what you did wrong and that’s huge. You sound like you are moving in the right direction even if the scale doesn’t necessarily reflect that. So, I say good job! Now, just focus back on doing what you have to and don’t hide away from the results. You can do it!
October 14th, 2009 at 3:01 pm
Sammy promised up and down that he would stay on track while we were gone!
But…that’s life. We can’t change what is done. Sammy will still accomplish his goals and move forward. Things have been hectic and will be for awhile but we’ll look ahead and make specific plans for getting through rough times.
Don’t hide, Sammy! We all want to help and support you!
October 14th, 2009 at 3:02 pm
Y’know what…you could’ve done MUCH worse than just 5 lbs in 2 weeks. I bet you get rid of that 5 and another 5 in no time. I like that you are armed with the GoWear Fit now. I know that for me…I think about EVERYthing I put in my mouth because I know I need to log it to stay true to the cals in/cals out. I have total control over this weight loss journey now. No excuses y’know? We’re gonna start rockin’ it!
October 14th, 2009 at 3:06 pm
Hah.. I knew Lisa would comment…
October 14th, 2009 at 3:12 pm
I’m with Mary, 5 lbs is not a whole lot, and think about ALL of the success you’ve had throughout this journey.
Though you didn’t follow through with making healthy choices, you are not down & out so that is a good thing! Get right back on that wagon full steam ahead (yeah, I’m mixing puns ’cause I want to) toward your goal.
We’re here for ya!
October 14th, 2009 at 3:13 pm
No more hiding! Everyone has off weeks. The important thing is you’re back on track and those 5 pounds are going to be off in no time.
October 14th, 2009 at 3:27 pm
We will get things kick started on Saturday and you can let us know your weight lost next week.
October 14th, 2009 at 6:26 pm
It’s times like these when you need to think of how successful you’ve been overall. Sometimes, it takes breaking down your day into baby steps. Try cooking all your food for a week before the week starts, separating all the food into individual meals, and eating your carefully distributed portions for each meal. Plan ahead, and you might be less tempted to go for the wrong food choices. Maybe have someone to call to give you different suggestions for food choices when you get tempted.
Still cheering for ya! (even though I can’t make it to the race)
October 14th, 2009 at 7:10 pm
I didn’t mean to sound so negative! Other times when Lucas and I have left Sammy has worked out even less and eaten worse. It’s funny how Sammy’s “off weeks” are still so much better than they used to be… And Sammy is so much stronger and his body has really gotten used to his healthier lifestyle. (And if Sammy had gone with us to my mom’s house he would have gained a lot more than 5 pounds, so it could have been worse!)