I went in, ripped the fat out and felt so much better.
I’m talking about my closet, of course. After last week’s post, I just dove in and started getting rid of stuff. My wardrobe is lighter and easier to manage now. And it was a huge suprise that I have more outfits than I thought I did. Now that I can see everything, I feel like I actually have more clothes.
Did you do the challenge? What did you find? What did you get rid of?
I was especially happy to reclaim two shirts that I have not been able to wear since mid-2007 (pre-pregnancy). I wore one of them to work on Tuesday. And I got rid of a sweater set I’ve been hanging on to since my mom bought it for my first “real” job as a copy editor in (making a scrunchy face here) 1999. Yikes.
I also discovered I have way too many sweatshirts, but I kept them all. So there.
Workouts this week included more gym time. I’m still slacking a little on getting there. I’m off my game and have not been going as much as I was a few weeks ago. I’ve been sleeping in till 5 on the mornings before work.
After work, I have all the usual chaos: making dinner, chasing dogs around, doing dishes and laundry, and trying to spend a little time with T Junior before he goes to bed. It’s been raining in these parts lately, so we’ve been playing soccer in the living room.
Friday, I actually took him to a soccer class. It was at the Starfire Sports soccer complex where the Seattle Sounders practice. The class for little kids was inside and it was just T Junior, two other little boys and one other girl, who didn’t really want to be there. One end of the indoor field had large roll-up warehouse doors and they were all open — facing a stretch of greenery and the railroad tracks. This was a problem since every time a train whizzed by the kids would all stop what they were doing, even if it was mid-kick, turn and run to the other end of the field to watch the choo-choo.
When we left the complex I had to talk myself out of signing up for a fall adult team. I need to focus on my goal: Seattle Rock ‘N’ Roll in June 2011. First step, heal this shin. Second step, build a base. Third step, start training. Fourth step, run 26.2 miles.
My other “dream” goal — writing a book — is going better now that I’m not blogging so much. I miss being in the blogging loop (bloop?), but I feel proud about how much writing I’ve been doing toward my goal. So, I apologize for not visiting you all as much these days. I’m trying to catch up occasionally. Just know that I’m reading when I can even though I may not have time to comment!
THE SUMMER OF WEIGHT LOSS
I lost half a pound last week, but was happy because that meant that the three pound loss the week before was legit and not just a fluke from weighing myself two days early. So, as of Friday, I’m at 162. I went ahead and got myself my first reward. I’m loving my new lunch box, er, bag.
This week, my challenge for you is: Choose Your Own Challenge. By now, I figure you know what’s hurting, not helping, your weight loss journey. Challenge yourself to correct whatever that might be.
I have two things I need to work on this week: drink more water and get to the gym more often. Starting in the morning. I will be in bed here in 30 minutes so that I can get up at 4:15 and get to the gym.
I hope everyone is doing well! Are you updating the spreadsheet? I haven’t been, but am heading there next. Oh, and if you are on DailyMile or Twitter, please look me up! Have a great week!
13 comments
Ahhhh! I need to stop eating crazy bad for me sugary food! i can't stop eating the chocolate!! HELLLLLP MEEEEEEEEEEEE!Great job on your weight loss!! That is awesome!!!
So I lost only 2 lbs on SOWL to date…but then that came back. I'm increasing my workouts using Jillian Michaels DVDs…hope this helps? URG!!! Thanks for the reminder about the spreadsheet. It looks like some folks are really doing GREAT!
I did the whole clothing purge a few weeks ago and I totally feel lighter and love that I found long lost outfits that flatter me. Thanks for keeping this going, I have been out of the loop, but just updated the spreadsheet.
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Congrats on the weight loss – you are doing AWESOME!Woohoo for purging the closet! It must feel great!
i didnt quite clean my closet but today i had a major win! i put on a pair of pants that havent seen the light of day in over a year 🙂
I forgot all about the spreadsheet till now. Oops. I need to get my act together!!!!!
I love getting rid of clothes, I always feel so much better when I do a little closet spring cleaning. Congrats on the legit weight loss!
I forgot about the spreadsheet too! Ahh! I am the worst SOWL member. :(I have so much organizing and purging to do period… I've gotten rid of a few loads to goodwill but need to minimalize even more. Such a good feeling to have a clean, tidy, uncluttered space!
Missing you in bloggy land. Glad to hear things are going great!
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way to go on your weight loss!! Way to stay focused on your long term and short term goals. I need to clean out my closet ASAP. thanks for the motivation.
My challenge this week…less junk. Seriously, I need to be better about it. I stayed with in my points but I didn't loose any weight. Sent you a Daily Mile request. 🙂