I have been struggling with the fact that I am losing inches and not as many pounds as I would like. I've heard people say "I'm losing inches and not lbs" before but never really understood the joy in that. For some reason it is more gratifying to see numbers get lower accompanied by looser fitting clothes. Down 23lbs...
This is pretty much what happened during my last weigh in.
Portergirl (April 2010)
Metamorphosis
A little information about me :-)
- PorterGirl
- Within the last couple of years I’ve had some pretty exciting things happen in my life. I purchased a home, I received my first degree this past September, I was recently engaged in April, and my son graduated from high school June 4th. In an effort not to bore you with every detail of my life, I will attempt to keep it simple and mainly discuss those things that deal with my weight loss issues, goals and tasks at hand. But let’s be real, I am a female approaching marriage, surely I will touch on many other subjects.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Planning Ahead
My goal is to lose weight ALL OVER, however I do know that 4-6 months before my wedding day I would like to target certain areas, such as my arms. I have always hated my arms and I never, never, EVER show them if I can help it. But there is a possiblity that my affordable dream dress may be strapless..(OMG). So I figure why not make myself feel better about those areas such as my arms before it comes to that.
My co-worker just sent this article that is very informative. http://health.msn.com/blogs/second-opinions-post.aspx?post=1787907>1=31036
Here are a few things it covers
1. Zero in - Someone knows my needs
Most wedding dresses reveal the arms, shoulders and back, so it’s a good idea to focus on these areas when weight training to get great muscle definition in that strapless, low-backed gown. Target your upper body with pushups, shoulder raises, and bicep curls, or try this bridal workout designed by Dr. Heaner.
Be sure to work in more cardio workouts such as walking, running, cardio machines and aerobics classes in addition to strength training. "Your workouts should combine strength training to firm up flab and cardio to create a leaner silhouette,” says Heaner.
La La Vazquez followed this formula to shed 13 pounds before her July 10 wedding to NBA star Carmelo Anthony. Vazquez, 30, hits the gym with Gunnar Peterson (who has trained Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian). "I work out with him every single day. It's for an hour and not on the weekends." - I am no La La Vazquez but I can use 13lbs shed just from my arms alone lol.
2. Think before you drink - I have friends pushing drinks down my throat already (DANA).
Between your engagement party, your bachelorette party, and myriad other pre-wedding celebrations, you’re likely to spend a lot of time with a drink in your hand. Keep in mind that festive, fruity cocktails are often loaded with calories. So when your friends raise a glass to you, make sure yours is holding light beer, white wine or club soda with a twist of lime.
My co-worker just sent this article that is very informative. http://health.msn.com/blogs/second-opinions-post.aspx?post=1787907>1=31036
Here are a few things it covers
1. Zero in - Someone knows my needs
Most wedding dresses reveal the arms, shoulders and back, so it’s a good idea to focus on these areas when weight training to get great muscle definition in that strapless, low-backed gown. Target your upper body with pushups, shoulder raises, and bicep curls, or try this bridal workout designed by Dr. Heaner.
Be sure to work in more cardio workouts such as walking, running, cardio machines and aerobics classes in addition to strength training. "Your workouts should combine strength training to firm up flab and cardio to create a leaner silhouette,” says Heaner.
La La Vazquez followed this formula to shed 13 pounds before her July 10 wedding to NBA star Carmelo Anthony. Vazquez, 30, hits the gym with Gunnar Peterson (who has trained Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian). "I work out with him every single day. It's for an hour and not on the weekends." - I am no La La Vazquez but I can use 13lbs shed just from my arms alone lol.
2. Think before you drink - I have friends pushing drinks down my throat already (DANA).
Between your engagement party, your bachelorette party, and myriad other pre-wedding celebrations, you’re likely to spend a lot of time with a drink in your hand. Keep in mind that festive, fruity cocktails are often loaded with calories. So when your friends raise a glass to you, make sure yours is holding light beer, white wine or club soda with a twist of lime.
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