Today marks 8 months since I started my new lifestyle! Here are the results for week 32:
Week 32 Results:
Start (9/1/09): 234.8
Week 28 (3/18/10) 201.1 (-2.2)
Week 29 (3/25/10) 198.6 (-2.5)
Week 30 (4/1/10) 198.2 (-0.4)
Week 31 (4/8/10) 197.1 (-1.1)
Week 32 (4/15/10) 196.7 (-0.4)
Total Loss: 38.1 pounds in 32 weeks
Comments: Normally, after a week that featured extra exercise, a weekend warriors challenge, AND killing myself on Couch to 5K Week 4, I’d be really depressed about these numbers. But, like I said on my WW post, I had some bad food choices and unfortunately, those carried over throughout the week (at times) so I can’t complain too much. I’m just glad I didn’t gain! So all is well here and I’m so close to 195, which is a big deal for me personally 🙂
Other randomness:
I tried the KFC “Double Down” sandwich on Monday. Yes, I called ahead to make sure they had it. Yes, I had the release date on my calendar. No, I’m not ashamed of any of this…lol. It was *so* good!! I was surprised to hear the grilled only had like 80 calories less than the fried. Anyway, I got the FRIED because I was going all out for that bad boy. In the end, it was super delicious. I didn’t get the “sauce” (described as a spicy mayo like texture) because it looked creepy and icky. I loved it but realize I can’t eat it that often or else I’ll REALLY be headed out of onederland
Couch to 5K Update: I’m on week 4, and it’s evil and killing me. I’ve had to slow my jogging pace down during the ridiculously long running segments and that’s slowed my overall pace down. This surprises me because I figured with the majority of the time on there running my pace would be better. I’m pretty sure I’m gonna repeat week 4 next week, because I think the idea is you’re supposed to advance to the next week when you’re comfortable, not when you still think about calling an ambulance after finishing.
Real 5K Update: This Saturday I’ll be participating in the Holly Springs Pilgrimage 5K Walk/Run. I’ve been looking forward to this day for months (really)…it’s my FIRST EVER 5k! Now, let me clarify something. I appreciate all the support and how proud several of you are of me but…I don’t want anyone to be misled. I have no intentions of “running a 5k”. I mean I do, eventually, but not this one. This is just me putting my toes into the water and seeing how I can do. My goal is to do a respectable time, jog as much as possible, and get me a starting point so that I’ll have a time to work towards improving for the next 5K. I really am excited for the whole experience and I have two friends doing it along with me to keep me motivated! The only bad part is there’s a chance of rain for Saturday, which would, of course, damper our plans…but luckily the chances are low. (Crossing fingers for sunshine at least that morning!)
I guess that’s about it…Oh, one more thing: I got my bloodwork results back yesterday and my blood count level was like seriously low. Like, scaryness low. I see my doctor today and I know I’ll be given a long lecture about taking my iron pills (I don’t because they make me feel really yucky) but seeing that low number has super scared me. I’ll post any updates if anything big changes (like, if they were to put me in the HOSPITAL to give me blood or something, lol.) The funniest part was I was getting my results printed yesterday and the receptionist, the RECEPTIONIST even went “ooooh!” when she saw the number. And then said, “Yeah you do look a little pale.” Umm, ya think? I’m always pale, probably because I don’t take the dang pills!
Okay yall, have a wonderful weekend!!! Think of me Saturday and pray that I don’t leave the 5K in an ambulance and/or bodybag!! 🙂
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April 15, 2010 at 3:16 pm
Jeremy Logsdon
You’re rocking it out, dude. 🙂 Good for you for staying below 200. And God help me, I want to try that KFC sandwich! I think I’m going to have to. As soon as I’ve weighed in tomorrow. 🙂
And congratulations on the 5K! That is a great idea, and hey, if you run some of it, you’ve still done WAY more than most people.
April 15, 2010 at 3:18 pm
Yummy Sushi Pajamas
So proud of the awesome progress you’ve made! Good luck on your 5K. I am doing one on May 2, but I am going with a group of friends so we’ll be walking the whole thing. Hopefully quick walking though…
April 15, 2010 at 3:59 pm
josie
Honey just crossing the finish line is an serious f’n accomplishment in itself that most people don’t achieve…who cares even if you walk the whole thing?! I’m really excited for you. If I were closer I’d bake you a good luck cake. 😉
“I think the idea is you’re supposed to advance to the next week when you’re comfortable, not when you still think about calling an ambulance after finishing.”
Too funny – but it’s true. I’m also repeating it next week. I wish we lived closer so we could do it together and help push one another.
April 15, 2010 at 4:24 pm
rissamama3
“I think the idea is you’re supposed to advance to the next week when you’re comfortable, not when you still think about calling an ambulance after finishing.”
totally agree with this, I am redoing week 1 to strengthen my knee before moving on the point is to end up running not with an injury that prevents you from running.
I think you are doing awesome and everything is in moderation other wise we couldn’t sustain it.
April 15, 2010 at 6:52 pm
erintakescontrol
Nice loss this week! I’m glad you enjoyed the Double Down – I really WANT to try it, but friends gave it mixed reviews during the test marketing phase. I dunno…we’ll see if I try it.
I don’t care about your 5k time…I care that you FINISH. GO CRAIG GO!!!
April 15, 2010 at 8:43 pm
Lynne Garcia
I think you are doing great. I’m repeating week #4 too. You are also going to do just find on your first 5K. I have done 2 and my first I didn’t run much at all. Keep up the good work. I agree with Josie… I wish we all lived closer together.
April 15, 2010 at 9:08 pm
Brandon
That’s awesome that you’re doing a 5K this weekend – good luck, and I can’t wait to hear your results!
April 15, 2010 at 11:16 pm
263andcounting
Having fun is the most important part of Saturday!
Congrats on the loss. I’ll live vicariously through you in that double down experience…I just don’t think I could eat one.
April 16, 2010 at 12:12 am
Steve
I can’t wait to hear how you do on the 5k! You are doing so great! 🙂
April 16, 2010 at 2:31 am
Jess
I’m am super stoked for you for your 5K which is why I need your email! I have something for you 🙂
It doesn’t matter if you walk it all. What matters is that you finish. Think of all the people who AREN’T even walking it because they have “something better to do.” Lies.
Anyway, you’ll do fine! And a loss is a loss. And I still need to make the double down. I’ll put my own twist to it and let you know soon.
Good luck buddy! WHAT IS YOUR EMAIL NOW?!
April 16, 2010 at 3:42 am
Chad
You are gonna do great with that 5K!!! No ambulances will need to be called – not for you!!! I’m totally with you on just wanting to finish and jogging as much as possible! And don’t forget the t-shirt picture to continue the series Jess started.
Congrats on the loss, too. I hear ya on the food choices. My choices haven’t been bad this week, they just haven’t been as ideal as they could have been either. I’m anticipating a low loss or maybe even neutral weight on Saturday. We shall see, I guess.
Rock that 5K!!!!!!! 🙂
April 16, 2010 at 6:06 pm
AndrewENZ
Enjoy the 5K experience. You’re doing great with the running. And that wanting to call the ambulance feeling returns with a vengeance once you start racing!
April 16, 2010 at 6:45 pm
Frank Dobner
What is strange about the bloodwork thing is that there did not seem to be any nutritional suggestions made. They only told you more clinical stuff. That is an issue.
What are you going to change in your food program?
April 18, 2010 at 10:31 pm
Carla
I hope the 5K went well!
I know from past experience that being low in iron can be pretty serious! It can also greatly affect your workouts and energy levels. Take care of yourself!
April 20, 2010 at 3:18 pm
beej
Okay, let’s see here. Iron pills. Bummer you have to take those, but gotta do it. KFC DoubleDown. Bummer you can’t eat those every day, but gotta not do it. 🙂 I’d still rate this weigh-in as a win. Nice work, Craig!