Hey guys! Happy Monday! I normally would be doing a weekend snapshot post today, but since my weekend was pretty quiet over here (apartment cleaning for the win!) I thought it would be fun to elaborate on my fitness goals.
It’s been a little over a month since I first wrote about how I’ve been struggling with my weight this past year.
To keep you guys updated on my progress, when I wrote that post I was about 170 pounds. Five weeks later I’m 167 pounds. Am I thrilled to be down three pounds? Absolutely. Am I bummed that’s all I’ve lost in five weeks? Absolutely.
I can attribute my weight loss slowdown to the fact that I’ve been slacking in the no junk food and booze except for special occasions rule. A local cupcake shop dropping off cupcakes at work is not a special occasion. A cookie at a catered lunch event is not worth undoing some of my hard work. (Especially when it’s a peanut butter cookie. I hate peanut butter cookies. And yet I still ate it…)
I try not to be so hard on myself but I am frustrated I look the way I do. I’ve been reading a lot about genetics and body frames and all that lately. While I’m slightly taller than the average girl (5’7), I have a very small frame. I get it from my mom. My shoulders are narrow, my wrists are tiny, my chest is small, and my ring finger is a size 4.5. I feel like I’m supposed to be this smaller person naturally and my choices have gotten in the way of that.
Despite all the things I haven’t been feeling so great about, I am feeling awesome about my workouts. I’ve been consistent, and I can tell I’m improving. I have more energy during Zumba, I can lift heavier at my workouts with Jess (35 pound kettle bell swings!), and I just feel stronger. It’s pretty awesome.
I recognize that weight loss is a marathon and not a sprint. I’m going to have challenges to overcome and it’s not always going to be easy. I just have to remember why I’m doing it in the first place and that at the end of the day the scale is not the most important measure of my success.
Here are some of my fitness goals that I want to achieve besides seeing the number on the scale go down.
- Be able to do real pushups (Arm strength has always been a struggle for me.)
- Sculpt a killer booty (Since I can’t lunge and squat my way to bigger boobs. 😉 )
- Rock my 10k in September
- Fit into my old clothes (My entire wardrobe is a size 6/8. I’d like to be able to wear my clothes again!)
- Be able to wear a bikini next summer with confidence and a big smile
- Feel sexy (I can’t be the only woman that wants to look good for her husband!)
- Stay healthy (This is the biggest reason why I’m doing what I’m doing.)
- Get stronger (For me!)
Questions of the Day: What is one of your fitness goals? How are you doing at meeting them?
to always always always be able to toss my HUGE CARRY ON in the over head bins 🙂
so far so good.
That’s a goal of mine too! And lately it’s been one I’ve been able to do!!
Do you have a buddy other than your husband that can hold you accountable or that you can text when the craving strikes for an impulse cookie?
Or what about trying chewing ice..or drinking coffee..Sometimes you need a distraction or break from something emotional whether it’s stress, something happy, or something you’re avoiding .. And ice helps.
Yes, I have some awesome girlfriends that are great about encouraging me. We’re all great about FB messaging each other our goals and progress.
I think the biggest thing is Josh has been gone the past two weeks on travel. (He finally got home last night!) He’s the one who after I have my bowl of popcorn for a snack would encourage me to have a glass of tea instead of another bowl of popcorn or small ball of cheerios. He’s so great about encouraging me and isn’t afraid to nag. I’m happy for him to be back!
I actually love chewing ice. Is that weird? haha I may crush some up so I can snack on some (without breaking my teeth) when a craving hits.
real pushups is always one of my goals too. i’m constantly working on upper body strength but it’s not easy for me!
We’ll get there! 😀
These are great! I’m so right there with you girl! I was doing so well leading up into summer, and then several months worth of traveling, tasting (and drinking) my way through new cities, and being busy has definitely stifled any progress. One of my biggest fitness goals right now is definitely to work on my arm strength and toning too. It’s my least favorite area to work out, so I’m making it a goal to really focus on it more. Turn those weaknesses into strengths!
I love that last line! I really want to turn my weaknesses into strengths. You are going to rock your goals Stephanie!
I can so relate to way too many treats. Like you, I realized that they’re so not treats when they’re around all the time.
Exactly! I’m already nervous for this weekend because Josh and I are doing a staycation, I have a Yelp dinner event, a trivia night at a bar, and an Omaha bloggers birthday celebration at a restaurant. I’m really trying to prepare so I can be good with enjoying everything in moderation
It is so important to have goals that don’t just revolve around the scale! You’re working hard and it’s pay off…you’ll see! And I’m sure your hubby already thinks you’re incredibly sexy! 😉
Thanks so much Ruthie! And LOL – I hope he does! haha
You are doing so great, Erin! It’s always better to see progress than no results.
Thanks Stacie! Yes it is so nice to see progress. I just wish the scale could go down at the same time!
These are great goals! Weight loss is always slow for me because (I too) can always convince myself that pretty much anything is a special occasion. But progress is progress! Don’t get down on yourself for not losing as much as you think you should have. Good luck on working towards your goals!
Thank you Sara! I really appreciate your support!
Good for you for being able to focus on important goals that don’t have to do with your weight. This is something I try to practice with my clients so that their weight loss, or lack there of, becomes less of a focus on their fitness journey. Weight is not the indicator of health/fitness success that society has pinned on it!
I want to be so much more than skinny! But it is nice to see the number on the scale go down. 😉
Getting stronger is one of my biggest goals too! Weights are not something I’m comfortable with, so it’s been slow progress! If you ever need a partner, let me know 🙂
Let’s do it!! I’m still really new to strength based workouts but I have been loving them!
Great goals! I love that they aren’t weight related and most of them are about how YOU feel about yourself-feeling strong, healthy, and sexy is how everyone should feel. You’ve got this girl-you’ve been working hard!
Thanks Lauren! I’m feeling like my hard work is starting to pay off! I know I have a long way to go but it’s nice to see progress!
These are great goals! I would like to get stronger on my pull ups too but also be able to do pullups. I used to be able to bang out 3 unassisted pullups…and so far I am working my way back up (I’m at 1/2 a pullup lol), so we’ll see how long it takes!
You got this Patty!!
These are some great goals! I’m slowly coming to the realization that performance-based goals are so important. Instead of “losing 5 pounds” my goals should be more about what my body can do. Currently, my goal is to run 23 minute 5k in my race on Saturday and to eventually do a chin-up unassisted. Let’s see how this goes!
These are awesome goals!! Good lucky Jenny!
You are doing great. Just keep at! I need to tone up my post baby tummy. I am getting back to running and trying to increase my mileage!
You got this Melanie!!
You can do those pushups girl! It feels SO good to finally do them with your chest tapping the ground!
I’m so excited for that day! Thanks Kat!
My goals are to run without pain in my ankle and to be able to plank for 2 minutes. I’m the worst planker! 🙂
You got this Andrea!!
“Since I can’t lunge and squat my way to bigger boobs.”
I am SO with you on that one! hahah but seriously, I love this list. You’ll rock it. 🙂
Thanks Presley! That means a lot! 😀
Staying HEALTHY – BEST GOAL EVER!!!! 🙂 Being fit should be all about feeling and saying HEALTHY -;)
Yes! I want to be healthy so I can live a long, happy life!
AWESOME goals.
What first comes to mind for me is strong muscles and bones for long term health, confidence, stress relief and FUN!!
Thanks Clare! I hear you on strong bones! Especially with how many women develop weak ones as they get older!
Oh I love your goals! They are all so positive! I think you are doing a great job! Lol Squats for bigger boobs! 🙂
Aw thanks Emily! Oh man if there were exercises for bigger boobs I would be doing them all the time! haha
Hi Erin,
Keep in mind that muscle weighs more than fat so although the scale “only” reports a 3 lb. weight loss, I bet you’ve gained some muscle & toned up a bit more than that scale is reflecting (which is why I don’t even own one!). I prefer to judge my progress (or lack thereof!) by how my clothes fit, but I realize that some people really need to see that # on a scale. I think you look great & carry your weight very well. Best of luck on your goals!
Yes, I threw out my weight loss goals for healthy goals and regular pushups are at the top of my list. I would eventually like to do 20 of them.
I think my others are to work on my flexibility, fit into my old pants, and to also build a stronger booty.