Slim People in Progress

Weight Loss Progress Report #3

Three weeks and I'm already backsliding...ah well, can't beat myself up...gotta move forward. I only worked out 3 times; I ate out several times and did not make good choices and I was sporadic with my tracking. Once again I've learned that I've got to track every darn point. It helps me stay focused.

Here's how my week played out:

Gained 1.2 pounds (total weight loss = 3lbs)
Worked out at the gym - 60 minutes (cross training with cardio & weights)
Ran once: 8 miles
Pilates
Activity Points earned: 19

Got a 10 mile run coming up tomorrow and that will burn a lot of energy. Also makes me really hungry since my body needs fuel. I think I'll focus on lean protein for breakfast - important for repairing muscle after a workout.

How are you doing? What challenges did you run into? How did you conquer them?

And, have you entered the contest? Even if you don't enter, check out all the great tips that have been submitted in the comments.

Weight Watchers Membership and Cookbook Up for Grabs!

It's a contest! Yep, I'm giving away a Three month Weight Watchers Membership (either meetings or online) and a copy of the new Weight Watchers Momentum Cookbook --  that was released with the launch of the new Momentum Plan in December 2008.

Here's the deal...

Your entry to win consists of posting your best tip for eating healthier foods and meals.

All you have to do is click on the link below this post that says Comments and type in your best tip. Be sure to leave your real name and an email where you can be reached if you are the winner (it won't be shared or visible to anyone but me).

On February 28, after I get home from my Weight Watchers meeting and workout (around 1 pm Pacific time), I will randomly select 2 winners: one for the free 3 month membership and one for the cookbook.

Ready? Set? Go!

P.S. Here's some info about the Momentum Cookbook:

Biggest Loser Matt Hoover Free Interview

Wow! Just found out a colleague of mine is interviewing Matt Hoover who won The Biggest Loser by losing 157 pounds. He also married fellow contestant Suzy Preston.

The call is free - register here

Wed, February 18, 2009 at 3pm CST/4pm EST/1pm PT

Business acceleration superstar Dave Lakhani will be interviewing Matt and reknown performance psychologist, Dr. Mollie Marti, whose impressive coaching client list includes Olympians and multi-millionaire business owners.

You won't want to miss Matt's story of what went wrong and his journey to coming back stronger than ever, AS HE'S NOW TRAINING FOR THE 2012 OLYMPICS!

I can't be there live, but I signed up so I can get the audio download later.

Weight Loss Progress Report #2

Week #2 was tough. I was inconsistent with my tracking; due to other events in my life, I worked out less, and I found myself making poor choices in restaurants.

That being said, here's how my week went:

Lost 2.8 pounds (Yay! Didn't expect that; total to date: -4.2)
Worked out at the gym - 60 minutes (cross training with cardio & weights)
Ran twice: 6 miles and 3.1 miles
Pilates
Activity Points earned: 15

At one event where I was volunteer, dinner was provided. By the time it was my turn to eat all that was left was macaroni and cheese and bread. And cookies. Not a lot of choice there. I had the mac and cheese which was amazing from Paddy Mac, a gourmet mac and cheese caterer in L.A. I had a small portion but I bet it had a gazillion points.

But, despite what I felt were set-backs, I lost 2.8 pounds so I'm happy and everything resets today and I carry on. I've logged my points for the day up to now; I've worked out and it's all good.

How was your week? Were you able to keep on track? Get some exercise?  Click on the comment link below to share your story.

P.S. Stay tuned...I've got a fun announcement coming soon...

Vitalicious Alert!

If you have read this blog for any length of time you know I'm a big fan of Vitalicious products. I try to always have some chocolate vitatops in my freezer to help me avoid going for a candy bar.

Per today's Hungry Girl newsletter, there's a special going on for a chocolate and banana "insanity" pack -- you get free shipping! That's usually the best deal going since shipping is so expensive. Offer ends on Feb 11.

I also learned at my Weight Watchers meeting that Vitalicious is now available on Amazon.com. I had never thought to look there before. And here's the scoop on that. The products are about $1 more than on the Vitalicious site BUT you get free shipping on orders over $25. Again, that's a great deal.

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New Banana Nut Vitatops are Awesome!