This Mornings weigh in (with clothes): 243.8
Dietbet days remaining: 12
Day remaining til Oct 9,2012: 162
Delhi, my personal slice of the American dream, I have returned :D
This is where I come to "get away from it all". Its the grand escape from everything city related. Grass, trees, no noise or neighbors, hot tub, etc. But as far as things to do... there isn't much to do in this sleepy little place. In my opinion everyone needs to have a little place like this to come too. It's honestly another world.
The biggest problem (well recently anyway) is that this falls into an escape and or a vacation, and we like to eat and drink alot here! Our favorite supermarket, Price Chopper is here, and open 24/7 for your food desires! It's just overflowing with snacks and junk food. As usual, we shopped for our stay here, and thankfully left with only some sugar free pudding and fat free whip cream in the cart. Not bad for a couple of people who at one time would bring back almost as much in snacks as we did real food!!! We also have some "diet bombs" in the house to contend with... snacks from past trips, booze (lots of booze, this is Camp Sisco after all), etc. But with no corner store right downstairs, we should avoid the traps easily.
Though its our escape, this is not to say I am off my diet! I have brought our scale with me so I am reminded that I have a goal in mind. The immediate one is Dietbet, which ends on May 11th. I have 12 days to shed about 3 more pounds. I haven't been 100% on my diet this time around, but I feel its certainly easy to finish on the win side. Being 240 or less with 150 days to go will be terrific!!
After this round of Dietbet, my next small goal is to hit 225.. I have not seen that number on the scale in a VERY long time. Looking at 43.8 pounds is a tough number, but looking at it in chunks makes it easier in my opinion. 3.8 pounds now, 15 pounds from 240, and then poof 25 to get to my 200 pound goal! :D nice!!! At my current weight, looking at the avgerage weight loss a month also helps. with 5 months to go, thats just under 9 pounds a month :D totally do able!!
OK enough blogging, time to enjoy Delhi for what its worth. I will check in again soon!!
Monday, April 30, 2012
Thursday, April 26, 2012
4/26/2012: San Jaun for a day :D
My header is on break today :)
A friend of mine offered me a great deal to go down to San Juan for a day. After making sure I had nothing going on, I took him up on it. All I have to say it was a terrific day, and I plan to do it again as soon as I can!
Getting on the plane at 7am, we took the 4 hour flight down. I have to say, I was impressed by how roomy the seat was. True, these seats were a bit oversized, but I have also become a bit smaller since the last time I was on a plane! I was very comfortable for the trip down.
Lets be honest, I didn't even THINK diet for the day. I wanted to experience some local food, have some drinks, and generally have a good time (which I did). The weather was terrible, it poured for most of the 6 hours we were there. But I didn't care, I was there to enjoy myself.
We started with lunch, it's amazing how Americanized the areas visited were. McDonalds, Subways, Wendy's. Chinese food, Sushi... it took us some time to actually find a place that served the local food we wantyed to enjoy. After all, if I wanted a cheeseburger, I could do that at home.
Beer, and food consumed, I bought an umbrella and we walked towards Old San Juan. I believe all the rain for the month came down on our heads, we were soaked to the bone. Hitting the Hotel that had a "Casino" in it, we decided to try our luck on some slots to wait out the rain. That worked, and we continued our walk.
It was a longer walk then my friend & I expected, but I didn't care, as far I was concerned, we were walking off our lunch ;). When we got to Old San Juan, It felt like they caught a bad case of "outlet fever". Guess, Coach, Radio Shack, and other stores lined the streets. It reminded me of if the New Orleans French Quarter collided with a mall. Where was the local crafts and wares? Oh well, I didnt care, I was in it for the moment, not for the shopping. I snapped some pics of what I felt were touristy scenes, and got a few things for my hunny. She's into little things, like magnets and shot glasses. That kind of shopping worked perfectly for this day trip, as it all justs fits in my carry bag.
Shopping and pics done, we headed to find a bar to get a little buzz before we headed back to the plane. We found Senor Frog, and THAT place just felpt like an Applebees's. Even the employees werent local! lol oh well, we had no time, and wanted to enjoy... down the hatch.
Hit a cab, headed back to the airport, and headed home. It was a smaller and older plane, and was a lot more crowded then our trip down. Still, even with the smaller seats, I was comfortable.
We touched down at 10pm. The trip over, It was an awesome experience. We traveled 8 hours for 6 hours in San Jaun, and we ended up ak JFK 16 hours after the trip began. And you know what? It was TOTALLY worth it!!! We plan on doing that again soon, just a different part of the world next time, and maybe an overnight.
As far as my diet went, I was B.A.D. lol I pulled out all the stops and eat whatever I wanted. Yes my body has to process yesterday, but I don't regret it. It was worth it. I'm back back on the diet today, and will get to where I need to be.
Have a great day!
A friend of mine offered me a great deal to go down to San Juan for a day. After making sure I had nothing going on, I took him up on it. All I have to say it was a terrific day, and I plan to do it again as soon as I can!
Getting on the plane at 7am, we took the 4 hour flight down. I have to say, I was impressed by how roomy the seat was. True, these seats were a bit oversized, but I have also become a bit smaller since the last time I was on a plane! I was very comfortable for the trip down.
Lets be honest, I didn't even THINK diet for the day. I wanted to experience some local food, have some drinks, and generally have a good time (which I did). The weather was terrible, it poured for most of the 6 hours we were there. But I didn't care, I was there to enjoy myself.
We started with lunch, it's amazing how Americanized the areas visited were. McDonalds, Subways, Wendy's. Chinese food, Sushi... it took us some time to actually find a place that served the local food we wantyed to enjoy. After all, if I wanted a cheeseburger, I could do that at home.
Beer, and food consumed, I bought an umbrella and we walked towards Old San Juan. I believe all the rain for the month came down on our heads, we were soaked to the bone. Hitting the Hotel that had a "Casino" in it, we decided to try our luck on some slots to wait out the rain. That worked, and we continued our walk.
It was a longer walk then my friend & I expected, but I didn't care, as far I was concerned, we were walking off our lunch ;). When we got to Old San Juan, It felt like they caught a bad case of "outlet fever". Guess, Coach, Radio Shack, and other stores lined the streets. It reminded me of if the New Orleans French Quarter collided with a mall. Where was the local crafts and wares? Oh well, I didnt care, I was in it for the moment, not for the shopping. I snapped some pics of what I felt were touristy scenes, and got a few things for my hunny. She's into little things, like magnets and shot glasses. That kind of shopping worked perfectly for this day trip, as it all justs fits in my carry bag.
Shopping and pics done, we headed to find a bar to get a little buzz before we headed back to the plane. We found Senor Frog, and THAT place just felpt like an Applebees's. Even the employees werent local! lol oh well, we had no time, and wanted to enjoy... down the hatch.
Hit a cab, headed back to the airport, and headed home. It was a smaller and older plane, and was a lot more crowded then our trip down. Still, even with the smaller seats, I was comfortable.
We touched down at 10pm. The trip over, It was an awesome experience. We traveled 8 hours for 6 hours in San Jaun, and we ended up ak JFK 16 hours after the trip began. And you know what? It was TOTALLY worth it!!! We plan on doing that again soon, just a different part of the world next time, and maybe an overnight.
As far as my diet went, I was B.A.D. lol I pulled out all the stops and eat whatever I wanted. Yes my body has to process yesterday, but I don't regret it. It was worth it. I'm back back on the diet today, and will get to where I need to be.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Todays Weigh in (With clothes): 242.8(?)
Days til my 200 pound goal: 168
Days to Dietbet Weigh In: 17
So I heard from my mom that the Dietbet Interview is on NY1 Today. Havent seen it yet though, I am looking for a link on the website to post, but so far, no luck. Still no idea when the runner's world blog will come up. The whole process has been a fun thing to do, and all in the cause of losing weight :). Who would have thought that ~I~ would be a local diet icon ;)
My dietbet challenge is going well, I did weigh in less then my last post, but I had to take my bffl to the doctor, so the weight number is kind of hazy ;). I also see that lots of my challenger are doing well too! As I constantly state, this was not about money, but to get everyone to get some of those winter pounds off :D. Remember my friends I am rooting for you all!
From there, the diet is going well! I have been eating what I enjoy, just minus the carbs whenever possible. The Fat Head approach seems to be working well for me, and From the looks of it, I will be keeping it up. Looking forward to a bacon cheeseburger (no bun, that important) for lunch. As for dinner, I think pork chops are on the list. I still feel its really about the refined carbs more then fat.
On the exercise front, my knee is still tender, so I am still not using the treadmill. I don't like this one bit, but I need to heal up some or I will always pay for the days activities. It doesnt mean I am standing still however, I still go out and walk about a bit, or use the treadmill at a low walking speed.
Tomorrow is a definite off day, as I will be day tripping to San Juan. I plan to enjot some of the local food, and maybe a beer or two! Honestly, I am not a beach goer, but for this trip I will give it a try!
So have a great day, and I will talk to you on Thurday or so :D.
Days til my 200 pound goal: 168
Days to Dietbet Weigh In: 17
So I heard from my mom that the Dietbet Interview is on NY1 Today. Havent seen it yet though, I am looking for a link on the website to post, but so far, no luck. Still no idea when the runner's world blog will come up. The whole process has been a fun thing to do, and all in the cause of losing weight :). Who would have thought that ~I~ would be a local diet icon ;)
My dietbet challenge is going well, I did weigh in less then my last post, but I had to take my bffl to the doctor, so the weight number is kind of hazy ;). I also see that lots of my challenger are doing well too! As I constantly state, this was not about money, but to get everyone to get some of those winter pounds off :D. Remember my friends I am rooting for you all!
From there, the diet is going well! I have been eating what I enjoy, just minus the carbs whenever possible. The Fat Head approach seems to be working well for me, and From the looks of it, I will be keeping it up. Looking forward to a bacon cheeseburger (no bun, that important) for lunch. As for dinner, I think pork chops are on the list. I still feel its really about the refined carbs more then fat.
On the exercise front, my knee is still tender, so I am still not using the treadmill. I don't like this one bit, but I need to heal up some or I will always pay for the days activities. It doesnt mean I am standing still however, I still go out and walk about a bit, or use the treadmill at a low walking speed.
Tomorrow is a definite off day, as I will be day tripping to San Juan. I plan to enjot some of the local food, and maybe a beer or two! Honestly, I am not a beach goer, but for this trip I will give it a try!
So have a great day, and I will talk to you on Thurday or so :D.
Saturday, April 21, 2012
A Really OFF day yesterday
Todays Weigh in (With clothes): 248.8
Days til my 200 pound goal: 171
Days to Dietbet Weigh In: 20
5K training day: Day 0 (again, ugh)
I had an off day yesterday, and not a little one. It seemed like the perfect storm happend. No Sleep, knee was not even letting me get comfy on the treadmill, work was just not going to happen, etc. I just gave in. Like all days it started out good, keeping the carbs low, etc. but by the afternoon, I was in full I need it NOW mode, and I didn't have the desire to fight it. So I had things like a king size Reeses Peanut Butter Cup, and Pork Rinds, and to finish off, a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese, Med Fries, and 4 Chicken Nuggets (With a diet coke though lol)
But As I know from my past, this one day will not make or break me. I will get over a bad day, or a little cheat here and there, Its part of the journey. I actually dont like I let myself down, no morning after guilt. But just to be sure, I put my Dietbet weigh in the goal zone.
Speaking of goals, my knee is still hurting from last Monday. I will give it the weekend and not even attempt to get on the treadmill. I have enough walking and stuff to do so I wont be on my butt all weekend on the couch :D. I am hopeful for a full return on Monday :D
OK got my stuff to do, and places to be. Tonight is the Karaoke Wheel of Death and I have some shopping to do for it, etc. This will be fun!!!
Ciao!
Days til my 200 pound goal: 171
Days to Dietbet Weigh In: 20
5K training day: Day 0 (again, ugh)
I had an off day yesterday, and not a little one. It seemed like the perfect storm happend. No Sleep, knee was not even letting me get comfy on the treadmill, work was just not going to happen, etc. I just gave in. Like all days it started out good, keeping the carbs low, etc. but by the afternoon, I was in full I need it NOW mode, and I didn't have the desire to fight it. So I had things like a king size Reeses Peanut Butter Cup, and Pork Rinds, and to finish off, a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese, Med Fries, and 4 Chicken Nuggets (With a diet coke though lol)
But As I know from my past, this one day will not make or break me. I will get over a bad day, or a little cheat here and there, Its part of the journey. I actually dont like I let myself down, no morning after guilt. But just to be sure, I put my Dietbet weigh in the goal zone.
Speaking of goals, my knee is still hurting from last Monday. I will give it the weekend and not even attempt to get on the treadmill. I have enough walking and stuff to do so I wont be on my butt all weekend on the couch :D. I am hopeful for a full return on Monday :D
OK got my stuff to do, and places to be. Tonight is the Karaoke Wheel of Death and I have some shopping to do for it, etc. This will be fun!!!
Ciao!
Thursday, April 19, 2012
"Fat Head" Movie
Todays Weigh in (With clothes): 247.8
Days til my 200 pound goal: 173
5K training day: Day 1
Its a good morning when I hit the scale and see some weigh loss I wasn't expecting :). The 3 pounds down from my Saturday weigh in made me very happy indeed. NOW I feel like I'm getting someplace. 47 .8 pounds... I got that ;) (sooo confident too I must say)
Yesterday I re-watched "Fat Head" the anti-movie of "Supersize Me" & I tend to agree with it some. I think a pure veggie diet is not what mother nature has intended for us (sorry vegan friends) I also believe that most of us have a more then a few brain cells rolling around in our heads and CAN make our own decisions. Unlike Spurlock, he actually shows the paperwork to back up his claim. While I would like to try the way he was eating (far more yummy then eating diet food), I might save that for after the Dietbet challenge. In his honor though, I did have a wonderful breakfast of 2 fried eggs, 2 slices of bacon, slice of cheese, and coffee with half & half, (w/ fiber of course) and you know what, it was all of 335 calories, and EIGHT carbs... 4 of those from the fiber. I feel FULL, you know, as in that I ate a nice meal. There might be something to this! :D. Check out his page if you like: http://www.fathead-movie.com/
I did the Runner's World interview yesterday. I enjoyed it, but kind of dropped the ball talking about myself, and not dropping in some Dietbet comments until I was coached by the PR firm to do so. Ugh. We see how that plays out, but I do think that Runner's World will tie it in somehow, as why would this guy want to talk to a random plus sized runner to talk with? I will link the article when it's up of course, and hopefully there is enough Dietbet verbage to make people happy.
Speaking of running, I think its another day of taking it easy. My knee is still flaring up at times, and I don't want to push it. I will get on the treadmill today and get some movement in, but nothing thats going to pound my knee too hard. I love being on the thing, and hate that I can't run like before w/o hurting my knee some. I so have plans to do a 5K this summer however. and I will do it too, I think i just need some more training.
OK off to move my body and maybe eat a cheeseburger, hehe. See you tomorrow!
Days til my 200 pound goal: 173
5K training day: Day 1
Its a good morning when I hit the scale and see some weigh loss I wasn't expecting :). The 3 pounds down from my Saturday weigh in made me very happy indeed. NOW I feel like I'm getting someplace. 47 .8 pounds... I got that ;) (sooo confident too I must say)
Yesterday I re-watched "Fat Head" the anti-movie of "Supersize Me" & I tend to agree with it some. I think a pure veggie diet is not what mother nature has intended for us (sorry vegan friends) I also believe that most of us have a more then a few brain cells rolling around in our heads and CAN make our own decisions. Unlike Spurlock, he actually shows the paperwork to back up his claim. While I would like to try the way he was eating (far more yummy then eating diet food), I might save that for after the Dietbet challenge. In his honor though, I did have a wonderful breakfast of 2 fried eggs, 2 slices of bacon, slice of cheese, and coffee with half & half, (w/ fiber of course) and you know what, it was all of 335 calories, and EIGHT carbs... 4 of those from the fiber. I feel FULL, you know, as in that I ate a nice meal. There might be something to this! :D. Check out his page if you like: http://www.fathead-movie.com/
I did the Runner's World interview yesterday. I enjoyed it, but kind of dropped the ball talking about myself, and not dropping in some Dietbet comments until I was coached by the PR firm to do so. Ugh. We see how that plays out, but I do think that Runner's World will tie it in somehow, as why would this guy want to talk to a random plus sized runner to talk with? I will link the article when it's up of course, and hopefully there is enough Dietbet verbage to make people happy.
Speaking of running, I think its another day of taking it easy. My knee is still flaring up at times, and I don't want to push it. I will get on the treadmill today and get some movement in, but nothing thats going to pound my knee too hard. I love being on the thing, and hate that I can't run like before w/o hurting my knee some. I so have plans to do a 5K this summer however. and I will do it too, I think i just need some more training.
OK off to move my body and maybe eat a cheeseburger, hehe. See you tomorrow!
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
4/18/2012: set backs, interviews, and more
Todays Weigh in (With clothes): 251
Days til my 200 pound goal: 174
5K training day: Day ~0~
I have decided that wearing my clothes is more realistic a measure, specially with my being in my 2nd dietbet challenge. After all, it's kind of silly to do one, get dressed, then weigh in again for another scale. The other thing I want to start doing is listing my goals at the top as well. It give me some motivation I think to at least see things are changing. In the case of the 5K, for now, its training, and will switch to a countdown when I sign up for my first run.
Sadly, no weight has been lost since we started the dietbet challenge. I agrro'ed my knee on Monday pushing myself on the treadmill, and now have been taking it easy somewhat. I am also a little under the weather, so I will not workout today, and just rest easy. Tomorrow hopefully with be back to more normal circumstances :)
As for the diet, Its going. I knew the wall was coming, and I feel its now here. I have some time still to lose my weight, but I think it will be much harder this time around. The Worst case senario is that my friends will get my $25. (Seriously, don't count on that money my friends, I will lose the weight, even if I have to live on my treadmill the last week to do it!)
I had a Phone Interview with Ted Spiker today, from Runner's world. I havent realized how far I've come until the last few day thinking about the interview. When I started dieting, I could barely run at all, this week, I pushed, but did run 4 miles no stop! I have a way to go, but I look forward to doing that 5k, and continuing my training. I even bought a pair of running shoes JUST for working out. Hows that for being serious :) I will link the interview when I see it come up!
While I thought I had this month to NOT find a reason to party, it seems, my family will find a way to gather and make me eat a big dinner lol. Tonight we will dine for my Aunt's birthday... This time though, I plan to eat light and/or just half of the meal. They are trying a new place, so I have no clue what the menu looks like, etc. I will have to play it by ear.
Over all, I am feeling quite good today, despite my setbacks. I was dealing with a little depression (This time of year is always bad for it for some reason) but at least I can focus more on my goald and try not to fall into it.
OK off to do my thing and relax some. Talk to you tommorow!
Days til my 200 pound goal: 174
5K training day: Day ~0~
I have decided that wearing my clothes is more realistic a measure, specially with my being in my 2nd dietbet challenge. After all, it's kind of silly to do one, get dressed, then weigh in again for another scale. The other thing I want to start doing is listing my goals at the top as well. It give me some motivation I think to at least see things are changing. In the case of the 5K, for now, its training, and will switch to a countdown when I sign up for my first run.
Sadly, no weight has been lost since we started the dietbet challenge. I agrro'ed my knee on Monday pushing myself on the treadmill, and now have been taking it easy somewhat. I am also a little under the weather, so I will not workout today, and just rest easy. Tomorrow hopefully with be back to more normal circumstances :)
As for the diet, Its going. I knew the wall was coming, and I feel its now here. I have some time still to lose my weight, but I think it will be much harder this time around. The Worst case senario is that my friends will get my $25. (Seriously, don't count on that money my friends, I will lose the weight, even if I have to live on my treadmill the last week to do it!)
I had a Phone Interview with Ted Spiker today, from Runner's world. I havent realized how far I've come until the last few day thinking about the interview. When I started dieting, I could barely run at all, this week, I pushed, but did run 4 miles no stop! I have a way to go, but I look forward to doing that 5k, and continuing my training. I even bought a pair of running shoes JUST for working out. Hows that for being serious :) I will link the interview when I see it come up!
While I thought I had this month to NOT find a reason to party, it seems, my family will find a way to gather and make me eat a big dinner lol. Tonight we will dine for my Aunt's birthday... This time though, I plan to eat light and/or just half of the meal. They are trying a new place, so I have no clue what the menu looks like, etc. I will have to play it by ear.
Over all, I am feeling quite good today, despite my setbacks. I was dealing with a little depression (This time of year is always bad for it for some reason) but at least I can focus more on my goald and try not to fall into it.
OK off to do my thing and relax some. Talk to you tommorow!
Saturday, April 14, 2012
4/14/2012: Today is the day!
Today's weigh in: 247.8
Today is the start of round two in my Dietbet life. And this time, It's personal ;)
So far we have 9 people and $225 in the challenge, with another 4 expected over the weekend. We should have a great time doing this, and from the numbers about, I will need to lose about 10 pounds, +/- a few ounces... sweet, I can do that no problem.
I decided that this morning the Debster & I would enjoy a "last meal" prior to our weigh in. I had pancakes and bacon... yum, it was worth it. I plan to do a light workout today, just to keep up my momentum, and to burn off some of that last meal, lol.
A lot has happend over the week, we did a follow up interview with Dietbet for NY1, and I have a blog phone interview on wednesday (as now a new goal is training for my 1st EVER 5k run!). I like being on the ground floor with Dietbet, and would love to be one of there success stories. Who knows, maybe I can be like Jared is to subway, lol.
I'm in a great mood, being closer to 200 then 300 is a great place to be head space wise. I have a way to go, but at this point, I've lost 64 pounds, my clothes are HUGE on me, and I am getting lots of "WOW's".
So on with the challenge! Lets get moving!
Today is the start of round two in my Dietbet life. And this time, It's personal ;)
So far we have 9 people and $225 in the challenge, with another 4 expected over the weekend. We should have a great time doing this, and from the numbers about, I will need to lose about 10 pounds, +/- a few ounces... sweet, I can do that no problem.
I decided that this morning the Debster & I would enjoy a "last meal" prior to our weigh in. I had pancakes and bacon... yum, it was worth it. I plan to do a light workout today, just to keep up my momentum, and to burn off some of that last meal, lol.
A lot has happend over the week, we did a follow up interview with Dietbet for NY1, and I have a blog phone interview on wednesday (as now a new goal is training for my 1st EVER 5k run!). I like being on the ground floor with Dietbet, and would love to be one of there success stories. Who knows, maybe I can be like Jared is to subway, lol.
I'm in a great mood, being closer to 200 then 300 is a great place to be head space wise. I have a way to go, but at this point, I've lost 64 pounds, my clothes are HUGE on me, and I am getting lots of "WOW's".
So on with the challenge! Lets get moving!
Thursday, April 12, 2012
4/12/2012: NY1 Interview today
Today's weigh in: 248.2
Yesterday, I couldn't believe I had crossed the 250 mark, but with day 2 of showing that number, I will accept it for what it is :D. The last time I was on a diet, I never broke that number, and now here I am.
I figured out that I have about 180 days to reach my goal of 200 pounds by October. This puts me in great spirits that I will be able to get there, because now my mind set is I have to lose FORTY + pounds, and not 50+.
On the workout front, I did a nice long run on the treadmill, 3 miles to be exact. No I didn't think I had it in me, but I have a new goal to go with my weight: to run in a 5K race. Lets be honest here, I won't win any metals or have the fastest time, but I just want to say that I did it!!
Some fun on behalf of Dietbet today. We have an interview today with NY1 at 2pm at Ripley's where we kicked off the challenge. Plus I have a blog looking for me to answer a few questions. So look for me on TV, lol. No autographs please ;)
Two days left for my challenge to start, we have 5 people in the pot, and hopefully more of them will get involved today! As of this morning, I have to lose only 9.9 pounds to win! (Giggle) Easy stuff, for I am a pro dieter now, hehehe.
So, off to workout, shower and then get ready to hit the city. Let you know how things go tomorrow!
Yesterday, I couldn't believe I had crossed the 250 mark, but with day 2 of showing that number, I will accept it for what it is :D. The last time I was on a diet, I never broke that number, and now here I am.
I figured out that I have about 180 days to reach my goal of 200 pounds by October. This puts me in great spirits that I will be able to get there, because now my mind set is I have to lose FORTY + pounds, and not 50+.
On the workout front, I did a nice long run on the treadmill, 3 miles to be exact. No I didn't think I had it in me, but I have a new goal to go with my weight: to run in a 5K race. Lets be honest here, I won't win any metals or have the fastest time, but I just want to say that I did it!!
Some fun on behalf of Dietbet today. We have an interview today with NY1 at 2pm at Ripley's where we kicked off the challenge. Plus I have a blog looking for me to answer a few questions. So look for me on TV, lol. No autographs please ;)
Two days left for my challenge to start, we have 5 people in the pot, and hopefully more of them will get involved today! As of this morning, I have to lose only 9.9 pounds to win! (Giggle) Easy stuff, for I am a pro dieter now, hehehe.
So, off to workout, shower and then get ready to hit the city. Let you know how things go tomorrow!
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
4/11/2012: 249??? can't be
This mornings weigh in: 249.6
I don't believe that one bit. I must have not drank enough water yesterday and was dehydrated or something... I will say my weight is at 251 unless I see that number tomorrow
As for me, the knee is great, and I am back to moving my bacon at full speed. Yesterday I did some running, getting up to about 6 mph for a 1/2 mile. True its tough, but it was worth it.
Food was pretty low key as well. Diner was a nice piece of Cod with tomato and capers and stuff with a cup of rice pilaf. chicken noodle soup for an app. and yes I even had a donut and coffee for desert.
I totally see myself under the mark of 250 for the kick off of my personal Dietbet Challenge. So far, we have 5 people commited to the cause, and more to come in the next few days.
Off to do those things I need to do! see ya tomorrow!
I don't believe that one bit. I must have not drank enough water yesterday and was dehydrated or something... I will say my weight is at 251 unless I see that number tomorrow
As for me, the knee is great, and I am back to moving my bacon at full speed. Yesterday I did some running, getting up to about 6 mph for a 1/2 mile. True its tough, but it was worth it.
Food was pretty low key as well. Diner was a nice piece of Cod with tomato and capers and stuff with a cup of rice pilaf. chicken noodle soup for an app. and yes I even had a donut and coffee for desert.
I totally see myself under the mark of 250 for the kick off of my personal Dietbet Challenge. So far, we have 5 people commited to the cause, and more to come in the next few days.
Off to do those things I need to do! see ya tomorrow!
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
4/10/2012: Knee is feeling awesome!
This mornings weigh in: 253.0
Good to see I got back on track yesterday. My knee felt great and I did 4.5 miles in one hour, mostly jogging/running at 5mph! Wonderful!!
From there, I got back to my dieting eating habits a well. Water, low salt, nothing bad save for one Cabury Creme Egg that was left over from Sunday... Oh well; 150 calories was nothing to worry about after my run :)
Finished off the day with a mall run with Mom, Alan, & Hope. I bought hand weights to use while Im on the tread mill, I am scared to even look at the ankle ones!!! Time to get some arm toning in :)
Another good day or two like yesterday and I should be back to the 252.4 I was on Friday; Easter and celebrating will be paid. Still, The 3 pounds I want to lose by Saturday for my friendly challenge should happen, but I will settle for being 252 or less for the new weigh in :)
Time to get moving!
Good to see I got back on track yesterday. My knee felt great and I did 4.5 miles in one hour, mostly jogging/running at 5mph! Wonderful!!
From there, I got back to my dieting eating habits a well. Water, low salt, nothing bad save for one Cabury Creme Egg that was left over from Sunday... Oh well; 150 calories was nothing to worry about after my run :)
Finished off the day with a mall run with Mom, Alan, & Hope. I bought hand weights to use while Im on the tread mill, I am scared to even look at the ankle ones!!! Time to get some arm toning in :)
Another good day or two like yesterday and I should be back to the 252.4 I was on Friday; Easter and celebrating will be paid. Still, The 3 pounds I want to lose by Saturday for my friendly challenge should happen, but I will settle for being 252 or less for the new weigh in :)
Time to get moving!
Monday, April 9, 2012
4/9/2012: Back to work!
This Mornings weigh in: 256.4
As you know, I had just completed the Dietbet Challenge and as happily at 252. Well after posting the video, the wife and I went out to celebrate.
Honestly I was good at the start, but the supposed one meal treat turned into a weekend long celebration. With Easter Sunday being the main event. A literal candy breakfast at the BFFL's (and yes I made myself sick) with Dinner at Moms house immediately to follow. In my family, holiday dinners are seldom a dieters affair.
::sigh:: The scale doesnt lie to you when you've been bad.
But its OK. I allowed it to happen and I am over it :D. I will get back into my routine, eating right, working out, keeping the salt low, etc. I know a LOT of this holiday/celebration weight will slide off me IF I behave correctly (Salt was definitly a factor all weekend). Also looking at the calendar, I am safe from any such events until Mother's Day.
So back to work! This week's goal is to get to 250 pounds before Saturday for the next Dietbet challenge. That number would put me at exactly 10 pounds to lose for the event. This goal is not a hard line though, if I am 252 again, its no biggie. This time though, My wife will be joining me, so unless she plans to just sabotage ME, we will both be eating healthy together, a terrific habit to form :D.
Off to work :D have a great day!
As you know, I had just completed the Dietbet Challenge and as happily at 252. Well after posting the video, the wife and I went out to celebrate.
Honestly I was good at the start, but the supposed one meal treat turned into a weekend long celebration. With Easter Sunday being the main event. A literal candy breakfast at the BFFL's (and yes I made myself sick) with Dinner at Moms house immediately to follow. In my family, holiday dinners are seldom a dieters affair.
::sigh:: The scale doesnt lie to you when you've been bad.
But its OK. I allowed it to happen and I am over it :D. I will get back into my routine, eating right, working out, keeping the salt low, etc. I know a LOT of this holiday/celebration weight will slide off me IF I behave correctly (Salt was definitly a factor all weekend). Also looking at the calendar, I am safe from any such events until Mother's Day.
So back to work! This week's goal is to get to 250 pounds before Saturday for the next Dietbet challenge. That number would put me at exactly 10 pounds to lose for the event. This goal is not a hard line though, if I am 252 again, its no biggie. This time though, My wife will be joining me, so unless she plans to just sabotage ME, we will both be eating healthy together, a terrific habit to form :D.
Off to work :D have a great day!
Thursday, April 5, 2012
4/5/2012: And the final weight is....
Today is the offical day for the Dietbet "Last Supper" Challenge. and I am glad to report that my weigh in video is (with clothing on) 254.0!!!!
I actually weighed in at 252.2 this morning, but we can't go posting naked videos for Dietbet can we ;)
While I am VERY happy about my weight, (And I might celebrate a bit with my wife today) its just a point on the road. I still have 52 pounds to go for October, and yes the weight will only get harder to lose as we move on, but thats the REAL challenge isn't it?
I would like to thank my wife who had to deal with me and friends for being so supportive! I would also like to thank All-Pro for giving me the opportunity & the guys to compete against! A big thank you to Tina from Dietbet for being the go to gal, and also for helping me with my next challenge! And finally, thank you for reading this and checking in on me :D
This blog is not at all done, by the way, I still have my journey to go and the NEXT challenge in just a little over a week. Talk to you soon!
A VERY happy Mike :D
I actually weighed in at 252.2 this morning, but we can't go posting naked videos for Dietbet can we ;)
While I am VERY happy about my weight, (And I might celebrate a bit with my wife today) its just a point on the road. I still have 52 pounds to go for October, and yes the weight will only get harder to lose as we move on, but thats the REAL challenge isn't it?
I would like to thank my wife who had to deal with me and friends for being so supportive! I would also like to thank All-Pro for giving me the opportunity & the guys to compete against! A big thank you to Tina from Dietbet for being the go to gal, and also for helping me with my next challenge! And finally, thank you for reading this and checking in on me :D
This blog is not at all done, by the way, I still have my journey to go and the NEXT challenge in just a little over a week. Talk to you soon!
A VERY happy Mike :D
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
4/4/2012: Tomorrow is the weigh in!
And I am ready for it :D
Today I will work out a little harder, eat a little less and tie up loose ends to ensure I am at my goal weight of 257. As of this morning, with clothes on, I was :D
I plan on a very low salt day, eating about 1200 calories, and as low carb and high fiber as I can. for my workout, I will definitly be sweating to the beat for a good amount of time, as long as my knee can stand for it. And even though tonight is my anniversary, I will not celebrate with food until this game is over!
It has been a crazy road... I have had my triumphs and my setback. I have gone through injury and pain. I dealt with random acts of food for both social situations and because I had my weak moments. But all and all, it was a good trip.
To my Dietbet/All-Pro friends, I hope they too have achieved the goal, I certianly dont mind not being the only "winner" here. Everyone worked hard to get those pounds off, its only fair that they share in the glory of it all!
But while some might choose to stop here, I have other goals. I want to be 200 pounds by my Birthday in October. Thats 6 months to lose 57 pounds, definitly do-able if i set my mind to it. I've lots 50 pounds, whats 50 more ;). I have about a week to get set for my next Dietbet event with my group, and that should drop me to 245 by the end of that :)
Tomorrow: the payoff, with my final weight revealed!
Today I will work out a little harder, eat a little less and tie up loose ends to ensure I am at my goal weight of 257. As of this morning, with clothes on, I was :D
I plan on a very low salt day, eating about 1200 calories, and as low carb and high fiber as I can. for my workout, I will definitly be sweating to the beat for a good amount of time, as long as my knee can stand for it. And even though tonight is my anniversary, I will not celebrate with food until this game is over!
It has been a crazy road... I have had my triumphs and my setback. I have gone through injury and pain. I dealt with random acts of food for both social situations and because I had my weak moments. But all and all, it was a good trip.
To my Dietbet/All-Pro friends, I hope they too have achieved the goal, I certianly dont mind not being the only "winner" here. Everyone worked hard to get those pounds off, its only fair that they share in the glory of it all!
But while some might choose to stop here, I have other goals. I want to be 200 pounds by my Birthday in October. Thats 6 months to lose 57 pounds, definitly do-able if i set my mind to it. I've lots 50 pounds, whats 50 more ;). I have about a week to get set for my next Dietbet event with my group, and that should drop me to 245 by the end of that :)
Tomorrow: the payoff, with my final weight revealed!
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
4/3/2012: Every day is a food celebration!
Yesterday was a good day, as I feel I am starting to get back into my groove somewhat. Did some treadmill time, walked about with my buddy at the mall (Side note: NAP blankets from brookstone ROCK!), and stayed true to my diet goals.
Being honest here, I am crash dieting a little this week to maintain my weight for the challenge. But this week is HARD. So far, We had a huge brunch to honor a departed friend, a gathering to watch Game of Thrones. Next up, the return of Anne from her vacation, my anniversary (8 years of blissful wedded insanity), and Easter Sunday. In all these events, food is a factor that needs to be addressed. It seems that in todays society, you can't have 2 or more people in the same place without bringing out a food tray!! It also seems that every day we all have some need to celebrate something!
As for my own Dietbet challenge, we now have 8 people who are playing, and several others who are interested but cannot connect through the facebook page. Summer is coming and I figure that people want to rid themselves of a few pounds before you need to lose the bulky coats and all ;). It's an awesome time for everyone to get active now.
OK off I go to do my thing. Only 4 days left (or 6 if we go by our timeline)!!
Being honest here, I am crash dieting a little this week to maintain my weight for the challenge. But this week is HARD. So far, We had a huge brunch to honor a departed friend, a gathering to watch Game of Thrones. Next up, the return of Anne from her vacation, my anniversary (8 years of blissful wedded insanity), and Easter Sunday. In all these events, food is a factor that needs to be addressed. It seems that in todays society, you can't have 2 or more people in the same place without bringing out a food tray!! It also seems that every day we all have some need to celebrate something!
As for my own Dietbet challenge, we now have 8 people who are playing, and several others who are interested but cannot connect through the facebook page. Summer is coming and I figure that people want to rid themselves of a few pounds before you need to lose the bulky coats and all ;). It's an awesome time for everyone to get active now.
OK off I go to do my thing. Only 4 days left (or 6 if we go by our timeline)!!
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About Me
- The Sisco Kid
- Brooklyn, NY, United States
- Mike Sisco is a karaoke DJ who has worked in the New York City area for over 12 years. Known as the "Velvet Voice of Competitive Eating," he has hosted a number of events for All-Pro Eaters up and down the East Coast, as well as in Canada. After weighing in at over 300 pounds, he became focused on dropping 100 pounds by October 2012. Currently, he is halfway to his goal which he has achieved through diet and exercise. He aims to run a 5K race in the near future.