Going Back to School

A while ago I decided to go back to school. I was going to do it next semester, but then I got to thinking that the more I put it off the longer it'll take me to finish. I tried to add classes, but all were full, so I did what most late starters do and decided to see if I could add in person. I went to Math yesterday and today I checked out English and American Sign Language. The math teacher already told me I was in, so that's awesome! I don't think I'll get in to English as there are over 20 of us trying to add. American Sign Language was also packed. However, I'd really like to give it a go. Funny thing is though... I was completely out of my comfort zone. COMPLETELY. I had no idea what the alphabet looked like or what I was doing. I felt so stressed. But I'm not one to quit, so I'm going to see what happens. I'll probably practice at home if I don't get in and "learn" via youtube vids. Here are some good ones thus far.

Zumba!

I love dancing. When I hear a good beat it's hard for me not to move. So of course when I saw about 2 months ago that West LA College was offering Zumba I jumped on it! It was a five week course that I attended Thursday evenings for an hour. The instructor, Karma Raines is a trained dancer and it shows. She really made the class fun and got us moving. I didn't see any extreme weightloss perse, BUT I did notice my arms and booty toned up a bit. My arms are very hard to work because if I do weights I usually create muscle and bulk up, but Zumba seemed to slim 'em down. That was something I wasn't expecting, so overall, I am very happy with the results. So much so, that I signed up for another 5 weeks, but they don't start until the 17th of September. I also signed up for yoga because I've always wanted to try it as well as work on my flexibility. So in the meantime, I'm youtube'ing Zumba routines and got a playlist going.

Weekly Weigh-In

Busy week at work again. So busy, that I knew I'd end up staying late prepping, so I took my car. I really wasn't expecting to lose weight, but I did which is a shocker. I guess my body really wants to get rid of the excess :)

Starting Weight: 181
Ending Weight: 179.2
Loss/Gain: -1.8

I didn't meet my weekly 2lb goal by 2 oz!!!!, but I did make it to the 170's which is a record! I'm loving it! I also reached the 50lb loss which that in itself is an accomplishment. PLUS, according to my BMI tracker I am no longer "SEVERLY OBESE." Ughh... those words were just so harsh...lol, I'm now just "obese." Boo! But, that just motivates me to keep going and pushing hard. I CAN DO THIS!

By the way, I'm not preggo. Bummer... but I will get to see my doc on Thursday where I hope she can give me some hope... it's been a while since I've been to the dr... so I'm nervous as to what she'll say to me....

Any who, my goal for the coming week will be 177.2lbs. Should be easy since it's a short work week and I'll get to do a lot of walking in Disneyland next Friday :) Should be fun!

50 POUNDS GONE!!!!!

I am so happy. I knew I could do it, but I never thought I'd make it here so quickly. In 8 months I've lost over 50lbs! It's so surreal to me. However, I am very, very, very happy. I love knowing that I'm doing this on my own...the old school way...healthier choices, exercise, and family/friends support. I can already see myself at 130, which is smaller than I've EVER been since Jr. High. Eeeeeeeek!

BTW, I'm thinking of ordering me one of these LoseIt! Shirts to commemorate my 50lb loss.... whatcha'll think?

Big Fat NEGATIVE

It sucks! I know it's only been a month of trying, but it really does suck to know that it didn't happen. :( Oh well, here's to next month.

Time to take a pregnancy test....

I'm anxious and nervous and everything in between. Aghhhhhh..... I try not to think about it so that I don't stress, but omygod it's killing me to find out.... because if that's the case I'm going to have to stop the weigh loss for now. Which is totally fine. I would much rather have a healthy and beautiful baby. 

By the way, last time as I slept a name came to mind if it were a girl. Her name would be Paulina Elizabeth.... I really like the ring to it :) Now if I had a boy.... I'm still thinking.... 

But first things first. Take a pregnancy test and hope it's a positive!

Weekly Weigh-In

I was so proud of myself when I realized I hit 100 miles on my Nike+GPS app on Tuesday.... I felt so accomplished :) It was a great week. A busy but great week.

Previous Weight: 184 lbs.
Current Weight: 181lbs.
Loss/Gain: -3 lbs.


I started walking during my lunch break (after I ate of course).  I think it totally kick starts my metabolism. and it feels great....


Goal for next week: 179!!!! I can't wait to be in the 170's!!!!!! YAY!!!! I tell you one thing, the only way I'm gaining weight is if there were a bun in the oven! hahahah.... which reminds me, I gotta take pregnancy test this week :/ 

100 Miles!!!!

A lot of my weightloss is due to the fact that I walk. I walk a lot! If I'm eating out we walk there. It's easy on my body and helps boost my metabolism. It's also relaxing. I run here and there, but I'm not much of a runner yet. Specially since I'm trying to get pregnant I fear that running I could easily have a miscarriage if I were to get prego. See women with PCOS are prone to them and it sucks to be in constant fear of that. But, in the meantime I walk and walk and walk. . .and guess what? IT WORKS! Here's to hitting the 200 mark by mid Sept :).....

Congrats Jackie & George!!!!!

My sis surprised me last night. She told me she was engaged! Not only that, but that she and her boyfriend fiancé decided to get married tomorrow August 15. Of course I asked.... are you pregnant? Hahaha, but she said "no." They both said they wanted to get married on their anniversary. So of course, being the supportive sis that I am I gave them my blessings. I think George is a wonderful guy who's taken on the role of not only boyfriend for my sis, but step-dad to my beautiful nieces. He truly is a keeper. I am happy for her. And of course my sis is wonderful, so they both win.

They got married in a little chapel off of Miracle Mile here in Los Angeles. It was a nice and small ceremony. I'm very happy for them and wish them a long life filled with happiness, health, and love.

Here's the new fam bam....

Weekly Weigh-In

Having to do so much paperwork at work is not fun at all. Not only is it not fun, but it also hinders my weight loss because it keeps me sedentary. So this week I am not at all surprised that I didn't reach my weekly goal.

Previous Weight: 184.8
Current Weight: 184
Loss/Gain: -.8 oz

It's cool though. A loss is a loss. Now I just have to figure out a way to get my calorie burn throughout my week while at work.

New goal for the week: 182

No more 30 day Challenge... I suck at 'em...

Well, I think it's safe to say that I have failed at the 30 day challenge :(.

It's just hard for me to get on this blog once I'm at work. I've been pretty busy just getting everything prepared for the kiddos and staff. And then when I'm not at work I'm out on my walks.... I think this is actually the first time I actually sit down at the computer this week. So yeah, that's my excuse... so forgive me for my epic failure and being MIA this month.

Weekly Weigh-In

This week I was pretty busy at work. I ran between 14 classrooms delivering books and supplies... Manual labor I swear! Hahaha... I even got to the point in which I burnt out. I was doing way too much. I also walked to and from work daily. It was a good week with the exception of the big headache I got on Tuesday. But I'm feeling much better and full of energy once more :). All in all it was a very active week (including my zumba class)... and the results surely show it:

Previous Weight: 189.4
Current Weight: 184.8
Loss/Gain: -4.6lbs

As you can see I lost double of what I expected to lose and then some. It's so crazy to see results like these because honestly, a year ago no matter what I did not an ounce would budge. I am at a loss for words as to what my body is able to accomplish now. My friend Emyly was even shocked when she saw me for the second Zumba class... she said she could tell from one week to the other that I had lost more weight. I think it also had a lot to do with my period though. I hadn't had it in months and although it came in pretty strong last week it got rid of a lot of excess junk that was stuck in there... ewwwww. LOL. And also the fish oil and multi vitamin supplements.... they've certainly helped get my hormones in balance this last week :)

My new goal for the week is: 182.8

Good luck to meeeee!

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Saw the movie last night with my hubby and ohmyGoodness I loved it! It had both drama and action, which are two of my favorite genres. I thought the storyline and acting was on key. Definitely check it out!!!!

Tiring Week...

This was the first full week of work and somehow I think I burnt out... I am tired... like really tired. At first it was the multi-vitamin, but after I stopped taking them I was still tired. Then I realized.. "hello, you're running from classroom to classroom unloading boxes of textbooks!" So yeah, I'm tired! I've been working like an ant back and fourth doing a lot of physical labor. Luckily, my friend is gonna come and help me next week. I NEED THE HELP! I have so much to do and before I know it the kids will be coming back and I'm gonna need to put on my other hats (i.e. nurse, counselor, coordinator, teacher, etc.) Yup... I'mma be busy. BTW, I'm not complaining. I love running around doing a gazillion things. I just don't like feeling blah afterwords. Besides, doing nothing does NOTHING feels like torture to me. LOL.

Let the baby-makin' begin!

The hubby and I began doing the "baby dance" last night.... eeeeeeek. So excited! and Nervous! But more than anything very happy. Nothing is for sure and the way my system is who knows, but I'm staying positive that soon we'll have our little bundle of joy :) Keep us in your prayers :)....