Health & Fitness: a confession

I have to confess. After getting back down to my pre-pregnancy weight, I haven't done much "formal" exercise. I was just so excited that I got those 31 pregnancy pounds completely off that I took a mini break which turned into how in the world do I find time to exercise with little people??? When I first started my health and fitness journey, Olivia was only 6 weeks old. She slept a lot so I could easily sneak in a workout while she was sleeping and Julianna was playing independently. Those occasions are super rare now and I fear waking anyone up during a nap! I'm sure all mommas understand. But I have been super active. Everyday we go do something. Park or zoo or just walking in the neighborhood. I've still been eating very healthy with a slurge here and there. Despite the late of time with Jillian Michaels, guess what?! I've lost 2 more lbs. I'm 3 lbs. from my 2nd goal weight!

Health & Fitness: Day 44 & 45 + Progress Pictures & Weigh-In

Yesterday was an exercise bust since we went out to lunch for 2 hours. But today I completed 30 days of the 30 Day Shred!!! Woo hoo! It took me 45 days to complete it but I guess that's not too bad considering I have 2 little people demanding my attention. I have to exercise during naps and the occasional independent play.

But the 45 days was so worth it! I weighed myself last night and guess what?! HELLO PRE-PREGNANCY WEIGHT! I am down the 30 lbs. that I gained during my pregnancy. It took me 45 days to lose those last 8 lbs. A complete change in diet, giving up soft drinks, and almost daily exercise got me here. It wasn't easy but I'm so proud of myself for doing it! Now that I've made it to my first goal weight now onto my 2nd goal weight!

I won't be doing the daily post anymore, maybe just weekly to keep myself on track. I'm going to start a new Jillian Michaels DVD next week but I'm going to go back and do the 30 Day Shred workouts until Monday.

Day 44 Exercise
-none

Day 45 Exercise
-20 minutes of the 30 Day Shred

Health & Fitness: Day 28

Today was my 2nd day of level 3 of the 30 Day Shred. I actually haven't gotten "bored" during these last 2 workouts. It's so intense that it doesn't give you a chance to think about how tired you are. I'm hoping to see more results after 10 days of level 3.

I went to the doctor on Friday. Of course I had to step on the scale. Well, I didn't like their scale. It's probably way more accurate than mine but I still don't like it. My weight loss according to their scale is only 3 lbs. Regardless of the amount of pounds I have lost, my body is definitely changing. I am stronger and more tone than I was 4 weeks ago. Plus I'm healthier than I was 4 weeks ago and I guess that is what matters most. So I've decided to not step on the scale for the next 4 weeks. I've gotten too caught up with how much I weigh.

Day 28 Exercise:
-20 minutes of Level 3 of the 30 Day Shred

Thrifty: well, semi-thrifty

These shorts are my favorite. I bought them at a thrift store for $2.00. Not bad for Banana Republic shorts! I can finally fit into them (without a muffin top)! It's quite exciting to put on a pair of shorts that didn't fit 3 weeks ago and be able to comfortably wear them. Yay for weight loss and thrifty finds! Oh and if you're curious about my shoes... it's flip flop season! :)

Shirt: Old Navy from about 4 years ago
Tank Top: American Eagle from about 6 years ago
Shorts: thrifted; Banana Republic

Health & Fitness: Day 22 + Weekly Weigh-In

Today begins the 3rd week of my health and fitness journey. I have lost 5 pounds and I feel great! I can see such a difference in the way my body looks. Yay for results! And dare I say it... I see the beginnings of defined abs!

Day 1 Weigh-In:
148 lbs.
Day 8 Weigh-In:
145 lbs.
Day 15 Weigh-In:
144 lbs. for a total weight loss of 4 lbs.
Day 22 Weigh-In:
143 lbs. for a total weight loss of 5 lbs.

First Goal Weight:
140 lbs. (pre-Olivia weight)
Second Goal Weight:
135 lbs.

Day 22 Exercise:
-20 minutes of the 30 Day Shred

Me on Day 20

Health & Fitness: Day 14 & 15 + Weekly Weigh-In

I took yesterday off from exercising. I had done over a week straight. My body needed a day off so I listened and enjoyed it.
Today was my weekly weigh-in. I lost 1 lb. this week. I'm not really concerned with my weight loss this week because despite what the scale says, my body is making a lot of changes! I can SEE my results. I feel healthy and my clothes are fitting better each day. I still have to eat quite a few calories a day to keep up with breastfeeding so I'd say a pound is good progress!

Day 1 Weigh-In:
148 lbs.
Day 8 Weigh-In:
145 lbs.
Day 15 Weight-In:
144 lbs. for a total weight loss of 4 lbs.
First Goal Weight:
140 lbs. (pre-Olivia weight)
Second Goal Weight:
135 lbs.

Day 15 Exercise:
-20 minutes of the 30 Day Shred

Health & Fitness: Day 8 + Weekly Weigh-In

Today is the beginning of my 2nd week of my health and fitness journey. The first week was definitely a success! I did the 30 Day Shred 5 out of 7 days plus walking/running 3 of those days. I ate healthy all week with a splurge here and there to keep me on track. I love sweets, I mean really love them. If I cut them out all together, I know I will end up eating an entire cake to make up for it. I can't get rid of sweets. So I've had something sweet here and there to keep my sweet tooth satisfied. I have also cut out fast food all together. I was eating fast food at least once or twice a week. I actually haven't eaten food that wasn't prepared at home in over a week. I really like knowing what is in my food so making it at home is just easier for weight loss and healthy living. 

My first week of my journey has paid off- I lost 3 lbs. I feel stronger and have more energy. I'm in a better mood because I feel good and more of my favorite clothes fit again!

Day 1 Weigh-In:
148 lbs.
Day 8 Weigh-In:
145 lbs. for a total weight loss of 3 lbs!!
First Goal Weight:
140 lbs. (pre-Olivia weight)
Second Goal Weight:
135 lbs.

Day 8 Exercise
20 minutes of the 30 Day Shred

what's happening...

Just checking in to update on what's been happening around the Soto house. First of all, it's been incredibly HOT here so I've very glad that I found a good indoor workout. I'm not taking little Julianna out in 95 degree + humid weather. I started the Jillian Michael's DVD this week and so far, so good. You can keep up with my weightloss journal on my other blog: http://hotmommysoto.blogspot.com/.

A week from today will be Josh's last day at his current job. He is soooo ready for a change of scenery. I'm thankful that he won't have to work in this heat all summer long. It's already been really tough on him.

I'll be going on my first girls night out since Julianna was born on Saturday evening! Brittney and her mom invited me and our friend Heather to go to the Rascal Flatts (with Kellie Pickler and Chris Young) concert in Charlotte on Saturday. I'm so excited!!

Little Julianna is changing and doing new things everyday! This morning she was staring hard at herself in the mirror above her playmat. She couldn't get enough of herself! She was also trying to roll over from her back to her tummy. And then this afternoon, she had an obsession with lifting her dress up... not sure if this is a good obsession but it's cute at 3 months old!