Life got in the way of my sexy figure! At least that’s my excuse. After nearly four years of wonderful marriage and one beautiful child, I’ve discovered that I’ve developed a private hatred for scales and mirrors alike. I’ve had enough of life getting in the way, and it’s time to get back into the best shape of my life! T-minus 60 pounds to go! Let me start off by saying, I am blessed. Andrew is my loving husband, and we have a beautiful little one named Eden. I am able to stay at home with Eden while Andrew is able to work from home. We love to sit and watch movies or play video games while eating candy and pizza on our time off. Soda is something we drink daily. Taco Bell is a place we visit 2 or more times a week. My name is Christy Lowen, and I am ready to start a new. As a mother, I set the path for my daughter. Whether it is a path to gluttony and laziness or one to a healthy and Godly lifestyle, it is my choice. As a wife, it’s my job to be and feel sexy for my husband!
Monday, February 25, 2013
WEEK 2: It Burns!!
It has been 2 weeks! It feels like 4! I have been dieting my butt off (literally), and the dieting isn’t nearly as torturous as I thought it would be. In fact, I’ve discovered some AMAZING yummy replacements for the stuff I used to crave!I focus on eating FRESH fruits and veggies, reducing sugars and fats (Especially processed white sugar. Goodbye cake, we hardly knew ye…) and taking all gluten out of my regimen. Water has been my best friend. There have been times where I still felt hungry after my meal, but I was really only dehydrated! Tea has also been a lifesaver. I try to drink at least 2 cups of green tea a day (1 in the morning, 1 after dinner) to help suppress hunger, and boy does it work. TLS protein shakes are the bomb for breakfast and snacks, as well as non-fat Greek yogurt with fresh berries and a little bit of honey.
What If Wild Animals Ate Fast Food?
Now, exercising, hmm… I definitely have a “love-hate” relationship with exercising. It has been TOUGH sticking to my “2 workout a day” plan, but I have been doing it! I don’t just want to lose “some” weight. I WANT TO SHRED THIS FAT! Call me the Fat Shredder, because I’ve got BIG GOALS! This fat needs to be turned into lean muscle and a sexy bod by the time Summer hits, because I want to win $15,000!
Now that I have a great accountability partner/workout partner (my cousin Erika), it has been much harder NOT to stick to my plan! If you do not have someone to help you along on this journey, it is a great idea to find someone that will really keep you accountable. Give them permission to go all Jillian Michaels on you – Accountability means that sometimes you need to hear you’re slacking and to quit being a baby!
I have lost 10 lbs in the last 2 weeks, which is AMAZING! However, I don’t expect to replicate that much weight loss in that time period throughout this program. I know my body got rid of a ton of toxins and even some water weight from all of the salts of my original “diet” (Taco Bell, pizza, chips, etc.) these last few weeks. Now that all the junk is gone, my body can focus on building lean muscle and burning fat! All this work has been SO worth it. I feel my tummy tucking in, and I feel so much more energized than I did when I was not taking care of my body.
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Way to go, Christy!!! btw, that video is halarious! next time I crave a hamburger and fries, I'm going to try to remember what those zebra looked like!
Haha! I loved the video. Great tips too. I really learned a lot. I chan't wait to drink some green tea tonight! Keep it up! Can't wait to see what's next!!
wow, great job Christy! If I remember correctly, you were my leader at church camp in Arizona years ago...you helped me connect with God on that trip, and I will never forget the night I opened my heart and asked the Lord to come in!! You were such a great leader and an inspiration; it looks like you continue to be!! Keep up the great work! You can do it! :]
Kristin, this is the best comment I have ever received, period. I am so happy to hear from you! Thank you for your kind & up-building words. I Praise Jesus that you continue to walk with Him, FAR better than hearing about anyone's weight-loss!!!!! Thank you again girl!
Way to go, Christy!!! btw, that video is halarious! next time I crave a hamburger and fries, I'm going to try to remember what those zebra looked like!
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked the video... It sure made me laugh!! And that sounds like a great method! Lord help us if we ever get as bad as those zebras!!
DeletePost more pictures! :-D Awesome blog, loved reading it!
ReplyDeleteI will try to post pics next week =)
DeleteHaha! I loved the video. Great tips too. I really learned a lot. I chan't wait to drink some green tea tonight! Keep it up! Can't wait to see what's next!!
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked it!!! Thank you for the positive feed back, and enjoy that Green tea... it works!! =)
Deletewow, great job Christy! If I remember correctly, you were my leader at church camp in Arizona years ago...you helped me connect with God on that trip, and I will never forget the night I opened my heart and asked the Lord to come in!! You were such a great leader and an inspiration; it looks like you continue to be!! Keep up the great work! You can do it! :]
ReplyDeleteKristin, this is the best comment I have ever received, period. I am so happy to hear from you! Thank you for your kind & up-building words. I Praise Jesus that you continue to walk with Him, FAR better than hearing about anyone's weight-loss!!!!! Thank you again girl!
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