Friday, August 30, 2013

TGIF Weigh In (8.30.13) : Happy Birthday to Me!

Drum roll please...


I gained 2.4 lbs. My jaw dropped and I was not a happy camper. Then I started going back through my pal. This week.... has been my best yet. I worked out, drank water, hit my calorie goals. My pizza and chinese from last weekend is still effecting me. I really don't know how I lost weight my freshman year in college with all the drinking. I guess that's the difference between an 18 year old metabolism and a 28 year old (10 years seriously!?!?). Lesson here, reign in the splurges. I get one, not a weekend.



Which brings me to my birthday! 28 and I feel better than ever. I knew today included dinner/dessert so I kept Breakfast and Lunch light and healthy. Jenny and I went dress shopping since I had a wedding to attend the next weekend. I found the perfect dress and it was a steal ($17!!). When I tried it on and looked in the mirror, I was shocked. I couldn't believe that was me and Jenny approved as well, so I know I wasn't kidding myself. For once, I saw me in the dress. Not fixating on the body parts I don't like or extra roll here or wishing I looked different. And no matter what the scale said this morning, I am in better shape physically, but more importantly, mentally. I am recognizing my mistakes and learning how to overcome them. What more can I ask for?

Well birthday dinner was at the Cheesecake Factory. Oh yeah. If you know me, you know how much I LOVE cheesecake. And it's my mom's fault. It's all she ate when she was pregnant. And yes, you damn right I had cheesecake on my birthday! 


Smores cheesecake. Every bite was amazing and guilt-free. 

Why? Because I worked my butt off, saved extra calories for it, and planned my meals accordingly for the day. I enjoyed my night out and we did some walking after as well. What do I have planned for tomorrow? A 5 mile run, healthy breakfast, and hike with my dog. My friend Vic is taking me to dinner and a comedy club. I will be keeping it healthy at dinner. He's on a healthy kick as well, so I can count on his support and I won't have to stare at or smell foods I need to avoid. Also, comedy clubs are known for 2 drink minimums, so I am already inputting into the pal 2 cocktails before the day begins. I know what I need to do tomorrow and I will do it.

Happy Birthday to me.... food is no longer in the driver seat :) 










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