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Just a Hop, Skip, and a Jump!

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About Me:
I have been a member of Blog to Lose since October 2008 and a follower of Roni's Weigh since July 2008. I started my weight loss 'journey' the summer of 2008. This year has brought great change: weight loss & healthy choices, as well as I just got married (July 11, 2009). My aim is to maintain the healthy changes I have made and continue on to my goal of a healthy weight of 155. I have been following Weight Watchers since July 08. Now as a lifetime member I continue to go weekly to keep me on track while I still aim to lose. I am registered to run a half marathon in early September (ran it - loved it - signed up for another April 2010). I was never a runner until January 09 when I purchased a Nike+. It has changed the way I exercise, in turn, helping reshape my body and helps to make myself see that I am a strong and powerful person. !

Believe It, Be It


Height: 5'10
Age: 25
Starting Weight: 225.6 (heaviest)

Current Weight: 182.6

Last weigh in (Wednesday)

Below is my New Weight Watchers Goal (since hitting lifetime):






Personal Goal:155

Plan of Choice:
Low Fat, Weight Watchers
Workout Philosophy:
I'm a Running Fanatic

A newbie, but no so new

Blog to Lose here I come!

My body image has been distorted for many years. I have never been satisfied with the way I looked. Now, as I look back at pictures of me when I was in high school, it seems crazy to think that I felt so big.

However, this last July(08), I had a reason for feeling not so good. When I stepped on that Weight Watchers scale ,the numbers 225.6 were looking back at me. I felt sick. Especially knowing that 20 pounds of that I had gained in the last year.

I still have a ways to go - but now I feel like I can achieve it, I will achieve it!

For all of you out there working hard - give yourself a pat on the back.

Susan

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Susan

Merry Migraine

I am sure that is what my migraine is thinking. I on the other hand....not so much. My was suppose to be productive....it has ended up being a bust. Laying in bed most of the day. I am starting to feel better now though....hence I am blogging. I have frisbee tonight....exciting. We had a 5:45am practice on Friday - I am not a morning person by the way but it left me feeling refreshed and with extra time in the morning. I am going to try to get up a little earlier for work...I liked the extra tim… Continue

Posted on February 6, 2010 at 6:37pm — 2 Comments

Susan

FantaStic!

I love pumpkin pie or anything flavoured with a cinnamon and nutmeg combination. Starbucks and I are on the outs because their Pumpkin Scone is not flattering for my butt...yes...we have decided not to see each other anymore.

SO my new fix - vanilla pudding (the 60 calorie cups) with pumpkin spice mixed in....fantastic! Love it!

I was also thinking....the chocolate cups would be great with a couple of pretzels crushed up....you'd have to eat it right away because no one like soggy pretzels....… Continue

Posted on January 30, 2010 at 6:24pm — 2 Comments

Susan

I am good at...

eating.

I am. I am good at snacking, eating, scarfing....you name it. However, as I sit here watching the Biggest Loser, I want to eat. But I asked myself why? I am watching a show about losing weight....and I want to eat. I thought about how I would feel if I ate the pudding (no sugar, low calorie). I think I would still want to eat. I am not hungry. I am just good at eating. I am not going to eat right now. I don't NEED to eat.

S

Posted on January 26, 2010 at 8:38pm — 4 Comments

Susan

I forgot to add this

Two things that I love:

1. The song Wavin' Flag by K'naan

2. Ali Vincent's (from the Biggest Loser) book Believe It, Be It

S

Posted on January 24, 2010 at 8:15pm —

Susan

Just a hop, skip and a jump....right?

Today has been a good day. Lazy day....but good. Ate healthy, went for a run and just hung around the house. It was definitely a snow day. The roads are undriveable - my honey walked to the store to get bread. Probably just as well since it is so close.

I went for a 5km run before supper. I was definitely procrastinating this exercise. Glad I did it, happy it is done.

We had delicious greek wraps for supper. Not the healthiest (7 points) option but they are so tasty. They are a quick and easy… Continue

Posted on January 24, 2010 at 8:05pm — 3 Comments

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At 9:15am on January 26, 2010, Christine said…
Susan, thanks for the comment! Henry is growing so fast?! Seems like he changes mentally and physically on a daily basis! I am starting to really like this motherhood thing (spent the first few months freaked out and kind of scared of the responsibility!).

So, when are you going to join me?
At 1:09pm on January 25, 2010, Lisa Marie said…
Thanks for the suggestion and confidence in me!
At 8:37am on January 21, 2010, Erin P. said…
I thought we were friends too! I hope today is treating you well!!
At 9:28pm on January 19, 2010, Jackie said…
I'm doing Hal Higdon's training plans but also what feels right, meaning if I feel tired or pain I definately slow down the mileage. Good luck on your half marathon, I felt AMAZING when I completed my first half and the sense of accomplishment you feel will make you want to strive for more!
At 9:04pm on January 19, 2010, Brandy said…
Roni has the recipe for chocolate popcorn (check out greenlitebites.com) and you can find baked potato bags on Etsy.com (look up microwave baked potato bags) for as low as $6. Hope this helps! Let me know if you get one. It's soooo easy to make baked potatoes now!
At 8:48pm on January 19, 2010, Erin P. said…
I can't tell you how much your comment touched me. I wasn't sure yet what I was going to write yet (or read) as I approached my computer finally, but this was a very nice way to start to think better about myself. And I think for all of us that is necessary. Thank you for taking the time to write that.
Just so you know, you were someone I watched for inspiration too. You were ahead of me and roughly the same size (I believe you have about an inch on me in height) and I needed to find people who I thought I could follow in the footsteps of. So thank you!
And by the way, your wedding photos are lovely! You were a beautiful bride!
Okay, I'm off to blog now. And comment on your last one too!
Thank you again. I felt like I got a hug as soon as I got on the computer!
At 7:38am on January 3, 2010, StEpHaNiE* said…
Hey! We sure did used to run some crazy amounts!! I want to get back to that!! I am going to Thailand tomorrow for two weeks so I'm taking my Nike+ with me and am going to try my hardest to get in at least a couple runs - I probably won't be able to upload them due to the fact that I won't have my computer with me - but I'll load them when I get back. And then once I return I am going to run, run, run to catch up haha. Have a good couple of weeks :)
At 11:31am on January 2, 2010, Elaine said…
Hey you! Just checking in! How is 2010 going for you?? When are you back to school?
At 10:04pm on January 1, 2010, Amanda Black said…
Oh! I've been looking at nike+ and really wanted to get the sports band kit. First things first tho, I need to buy some running shoes, and I'd rather not order a pair online.
At 10:47pm on December 23, 2009, julie hyder said…
great job on your weight loss so far! you and i started out at similar weights...i am just 3 inches shorter than you! :) anyway, your doing great! keep up the good work!

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Shannon H. commented on Susan's blog post 'Merry Migraine'
Have fun in Miami!!!
on Sunday
Tish commented on Susan's blog post 'Merry Migraine'
Hi Susan, hope the migraine disappears and that the warm FL sun shows its face. Escaping winter sounds pretty good to me right now. 26 inches of snow on the ground tonight!
on Sunday
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I am sure that is what my migraine is thinking. I on the other hand....not so much. My was suppose to be productive....it has ended up being a bust. Laying in bed most of the day. I am starting to feel better now though....hence I am blogging. I hav…
on Saturday
Shannon H. commented on Susan's blog post 'FantaStic!'
Sounds like some fabulous snack ideas...and a fabulous night! Lasagna sounds good right now...at 5:30am. lol.
February 1
Susan commented on Jessica's blog post 'I'm In LOOOVE!'
Love it!
January 31
Susan left a comment for Christine
January 30
Christine commented on Susan's blog post 'FantaStic!'
Yum! I used to make this WW pumpkin mousse thing. Have you made it? 2 packs of SF vanilla or butterscotch pudding mix, 2.5 cups skim milk, can of pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice...mix and let set, then gently fold in small container of thawed FF or light…
January 30
Susan added a blog post
I love pumpkin pie or anything flavoured with a cinnamon and nutmeg combination. Starbucks and I are on the outs because their Pumpkin Scone is not flattering for my butt...yes...we have decided not to see each other anymore. SO my new fix - vanill…
January 30
Susan and Katie Johnson are now friends
January 29
Christine commented on Susan's blog post 'I am good at...'
Be kind to yourself... they have so much food product placement in that show--no wonder you get hungry?! Wish it made us want to exercise, cause we see lots of that on the show too!!
January 27
Tish commented on Susan's blog post 'I am good at...'
Hang in there, girl. I have a Wed WI, too, and Tuesday is always my hardest day--you'd think that the nearness of the successful WI would keep me honest, but noooo, I'm always super munchy on Tuesdays.
January 27
Lynette S commented on Susan's blog post 'I am good at...'
LOL! I ate while watching TBL, but i jounaled it, does that count. Totally made me giggle.
January 27
Carrie commented on Susan's blog post 'I am good at...'
You made me laugh...I always eat while watching Biggest Loser. Yes, it's normally a sugar free something, but it's still food. Food that I don't need, and food that I am generally not hungry for! Why? Thanks! You kept me from getting off the cough t…
January 26
Susan added a blog post
eating. I am. I am good at snacking, eating, scarfing....you name it. However, as I sit here watching the Biggest Loser, I want to eat. But I asked myself why? I am watching a show about losing weight....and I want to eat. I thought about how I wou…
January 26
Christine left a comment for Susan
January 26
Susan commented on Amanda's blog post 'Running blister. :-('
Have you ever used moleskin? They sell it at drugstores. It prevents rubbing - I use it when I have a blister. I double side it so the soft part is on my skin and on my sock.
January 25
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January 25
Susan commented on Tonyne's blog post 'Meatless Monday - Black Bean Cakes with Avocado Butter'
Yum - I am totally making this sometime this week! It sounds and looks fabulous - thanks for the tip!
January 25
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January 25
Shannon H. commented on Susan's blog post 'Just a hop, skip and a jump....right?'
I really appreciate this reflection--FAVORITE part "yes my goal is weight loss--but that is a bonus to what I am giving my body." Beautiful. Simply beautiful.
January 25
 
 

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