Archive for January, 2008
Posted on January 30, 2008 Comments here (6) ♥
Most books about money and wealth that I’ve come across recommended that we should save 10% to become wealthy or donate 10% to feel prosper in order to get back tenfolds. It has taught me that changing habits to lose weight is no different, we should apply the 10% formula to that as well. It’s a small increment and I believe success will come to at greater rate. Last week I’ve walked 18 689 steps, this week I’ll be increasing it by 10% (1869 steps), total steps I should walk for this week is 20 558 steps. Sure, I can walk more but I’m aiming for consistent result and as the same time giving my body and my mind a chance to adjust, heal and rest.
Do you practice the 10% formula in any area of your life?
Posted on January 27, 2008 Comments here (2) ♥
- 18 689 steps
- 1 x Pump it up dance workout video
- Lost 0.4lbs (200g)
I’ve walked 18 689 steps this week and I did Pump It Up Dance Workout only once. It’s recommended to walk 10 000 steps per day and my average is not even close to that. Shame on me! However, this week was much better than last week and I lost an amazing 0.4lbs. >:D< Normally I would fret about it but I realized stress hinder my goal to lose weight.
47.8 lbs left to lose…
Posted on January 24, 2008 Comments here (6) ♥
The weight loss process is going so darn slow, but I’m trying to change my habits without thinking too much about my weight. I’ve started good this week with high energy so hopefully this will continue throughout the week. I still eat late at evening, so that’s a thumb down. I went and bought a new pedometer (the picture on the left) because my old one got lost during the move to my new place. I bought a simple one that counts only steps for $18 and it works very well. I’ve realized why the pedometer is a good tool to use for walking. I don’t have to count how many minutes or miles I walk, because counting time is equal to stress. It’s not really important how many steps I take today, but the total progress of each week. I’ll challenge myself to move more by beating the last week steps. How do you challenge yourself to keep fit?
Posted on January 21, 2008 Comments here (1) ♥
I was feeling guilty yesterday for not having exercised for a whole week. It’s difficult to feel relaxed because I’ve been yo-yo dieting for so long, almost for 6 years. I feel better today after doing Pump It Up Dance Workout. Have you heard of making exercise fun to lose weight? I thought it was impossible, until I tried Pump It Up. At first it was a little awkward and cheesy but then it got real fun. 
The music was lound enought to get my groove on and almost forgot that I was exercising. Love the simple routines. Here’s the preview of the Pump It Up video on YouTube.
What is your favorite exercise?
Posted on January 18, 2008 Comments here (1) ♥
Wow, it’s Friday already. I feel like I haven’t been doing anything to lose weight. What the hell have I been doing the whole week? But I’ve promised myself not to get stressed over it. Hopefully, I’ll do better next week or you can kick my butt 
So far, I’ve been good at drinking water and I’ve walked for 45 minutes today. Yay! I’m going to get myself a pedometer so I can track how many steps I take each week. It’s the best way to lose weight naturally and doesn’t cost much.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Posted on January 15, 2008 Comments here (9) ♥
It seems that every time I’m trying to diet and exercise I tend to gain back more weight what I initially have lost. Either I got sick, lose motivation or couldn’t keep up with the plan. I’m getting so tired of trying so I give up. But don’t worry, I’m still on my quest to lose weight but not the same way as I’ve always done in the past. Instead, I’ll try to add more positive habits to my daily life. Here are my priorities for 2008.
Water - Drink more water. I’ve heard about this one so often, but yet I don’t practice it, because I’ve some difficulty to drink any liquid. As it’s now I need to drink more than 1 small glass a day. I’ve noticed here the other day how the water has positive effect on my body. No muscle pain or cramps. My new habit now is to sip water every hour or so.
Proper nutritions - Less junk food. Also, I need to eat fruit after dinner to stop late night’s craving.
Active - Physical activities for at least 45 min, 5-6times/week.
Sleep - Get enought sleep. So no more late night stay ups for me.
I’m looking forward to see the results! 8->
So, what do you do to lose weight?
