dorkyORQ

I am: a wife, a mom, a homemaker, crafty, a lover of books, an aspiring vegetarian, a pet lover, on a journey to healthy.

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Wow, I fell off the wagon hard.

So about a year ago or so, I quit my stroller workout class. I was frustrated by trying to get there on time and trying to get my kid to stay in the stroller... and probably looking for an excuse to be lazy.

I also gave up on trying to eat healthy... and it shows. The numbers on the scale creeped up, my energy levels went down, I’m pretty crabby all the time, easily irritated. And I feel bad that my toddler doesn’t get out as often and has limited time with kids her own age.

I’m making an effort to eat better and will be joining the stroller workout class again... or maybe a gym that’s open late.

I almost typed that I’m looking forward to warmer weather so I can get outside for more activity, but let’s be honest - I’d really have to push myself to go for a jog and I’d probably make excuses (it’s too hot).

I miss having a workout buddy to keep me accountable and motivated.

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Whipped up a tank top last night. Love this NMBC fabric! Pattern is from Naptime Creations.

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Finally finished this bag. It took me nearly a week because I can only sew when my toddler is sleeping. Pattern by CloudSplitter Bags Fabric from Spoonflower (I've had it for years but I was too afraid to cut into it) Cross body bag with 2 zippered compartments, 2 "hidden" zipper pockets, 3 card slots, a pocket big enough to store paper money, and a padded pocket for phone/tablet/e-reader.

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There's 7 years difference between these pictures. I don't think there's a lot of difference in weight, though. Maybe it's the angle, but I'd like to think my face has thinned out a bit.

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I think you should watch this

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yella creens

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“handfools of yella crayens”

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this made me feel true inner peace for the first time in months

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you guys, this is Mr. Rogers Neighborhood ❤

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This was my favorite episode of Mr Rogers Neoghborhood.

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Good morning all you wonderful people! Last night I was feeling super discouraged and a little depressed with my lack of progress. I know I don't want to end up back in the cycle of giving up because I'm not seeing the results I want, tossing my healthy eating efforts out the window, then being unhappy with my weight, health, fitness level, etc. So, this morning, I took some measurements. Sometimes, it's hard to see change when you're so close to it all the time. Even though my clothes don't really seem to be fitting better/differently, and the scale isn't moving very much, I have lost some inches. I last took measurements back in June. They haven't changed as much as I would have liked, but I did lose 0.5" off my arms, 1" off my thigh, 2" off my hips, and 2" off my stomach. I'll count that as progress, a NSV, and use it as motivation to keep going. What has been your motivation lately? Share and help us all be more motivated!!

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Stroller Strides class this morning. I've noticed that I've been kind of lazy during my workouts lately and I need to STOP! Today I put in significantly more effort. If I needed to rest, it was only for a rep or two, not half a set. I ran as much as I could (instead of waking most of the time), I sprinted the last 10 seconds each time we jogged. I've also been working on eating healthier. Making better food choices, eating appropriate portions, staying within my calorie goal, not getting frustrating and eating all the carbs I can find.

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Back to back workouts today. First up was Stroller Barre with my toddler at 9am. Then I dropped her off, picked up a friend and headed out to Yoga at 11am. I'm glad I went to both workouts today since I missed my class yesterday due to parent teacher conferences. I did eat a lot of carbs for dinner and my knees are still giving me trouble, so I guess I have room to improve. My tax return came in and I'm trying to decide how to spend my portion. It's not as much as I had anticipated after doing adult things with it (like, add to savings and pay bills). I'm leaning toward taking that extra workout class. I could also upgrade my outdated phone or tablet. #workout #weightloss #obesetobeast #fattofit #fattofab #2adays #keeptrying #200plus #beinganadultsucks

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I need some advice. I work out 3-4 times per week. They are full-body workouts that involve squats, jumping, and jogging. My knees are sore for days after. I feel it may be important to note that I am overweight (obese, really). Do you think I just have poor form when squatting? Or, maybe, it's just having weak muscles and it will improve over time? Maybe it's just my weight is too much for my knees? Would knee braces help? Any suggestions?? Please!

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I struggle with eating healthy. It's like I don't understand how to do it. I've had fair success counting calories, but I still don't always make healthy choices. I've been thinking about trying IIFYM. Have any of your tried it? Thoughts? Recommendations?

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RAWR!! I’ve been really good lately about getting in my steps and active minutes, but then I sabotage myself with the food I eat! I had a second helping of dinner even though I knew I didn’t have the calories left for it. I’ve logged that I had a cupcake (I haven’t eaten it yet. I’m trying to ignore it). I’m close to 500 calories over my budget. Probably only 150 if I don’t eat that damn cupcake.

Current guidelines: - NO soda - Wait 20 min to decide if I'm hungry enough to have a second helping.

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Took my girls for a Pokéwalk in the downtown area. We walked for about an hour and I've already hit most of my goals for the day! I can't believe it was almost 70 in Chicagoland today -- in February!! I set my goals low because I wasn't hitting them and I needed something to work towards. It's been a few weeks and I seem to be hitting these goals fairly consistently. Maybe it's time to raise them?

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Fitblrs starting at 200+ lbs

can any fitblrs whose starting or current weight is 200+ pounds please reblog this so I can follow you? I need inspiration from people with journeys similar to mine

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Also looking for inspiration!

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I am not, but reblogging for followers that are.

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My highest weight was 200 lbs. Granted, I was 9 months pregnant and in labor, but there you have it.

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I’m out here over 200, the goal is to get under again in the next few months.

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Started at 475 down to 340 and dropping.

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Highest 262lbs and currently 242lbs. Goal is to get under 200 by May.

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I’m currently 208 but started around 250. ❤

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200+ ... for now!

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8 months difference. 8 months of working out fairly regularly, but not eating very well. I'd like to think I see a difference, but I honestly don't know. Maybe it's wishful thinking.

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Yesterday, I ate like crap. I stopped for fast food to save time (I don't normally get fast food), but instead of picking something healthy I ordered an old favorite. It wasn't even that good. So, today I worked out hard, and I'm making better eating choices. I even had a salad for lunch.

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Made it to my workout this morning even though the toddler didn't want to go. I did an hour of yoga last night. I didn't want to, and it's supposed to be a rest day, but I'm trying to be at least a little active every day. I'm also working on eating better. Smaller portions, no seconds, no red meat, stay within calorie goal.

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Whew! Today's workout kicked my butt! My sister got a new Charge2, so gave me her old Charge HR. I am so thankful! I don't know what I would do without it. I was seriously underestimating my calorie burn for these workouts. I was giving myself 250-300 calories because I thought there's no way I could be burning 500+.