I never used to make goals. It was always so depressing when the time would come and I didn't even come close to hitting the goal I set. As the pounds have come off I have started to become a different person. I am a positive person with a new outlook on life. I now set small goals. My first goal was to hit 50lbs and last week I did it! I hit 56lbs lost! (pics to come) It been along time since I was proud of myself. Its been about 9 yrs ago when I had my first child. since I have had a feeling of pride. Next goal is to cross the start line of my first 5k race. I have started a team of friends, family, clients and anyone else who wants to join.
The best part of my week was when I was getting my goodnight hug from my kids. My daughter Ashley put her arms around me and wouldn't let go. My first thought was she was trying to spare herself a few min so she could watch the end of a show. But how wrong I was. I told her "ok Ash its time to let go." She looked up at bright eyes and a ear to ear grin. I asked her are you ok? She said to me " I can wrap my arms all the way around you, I can lock my fingers!" She has never been able to do that. I cried! Needless to say I am getting more hugs these days! I love it!
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Sunday, January 31, 2010
10 weeks!
I forgot to publish this post. Better late than never.
It has been 2 1/2 months and life is getting so much easier! I am able to enjoy things I took for grated. Seriously driving the car has gotten easier and alot more fun. Jason and I have been carpooling for awhile. This past week I drove for the 1st time in about 2 weeks. The kids headed to the bus and I followed in the car. I leave for work directly after the bus comes. Otherwise I would be walking too. As I turned the corner the stiring wheel felt really loose. So easy to turn, I almost hit a tree! I drove to work praying there wasn't something wrong with the car. Normally I have to turn it hard in order to get the wheel to turn. yes, I have popwe stiring. I finally figured out that I lost alot of inches around my belly. My stomach was no longer rubbing on the wheel! Down a total of 41.5 lbs!
I have 43 more pounds to lose before I can jump on our tampoline. We have had it for 5 year and not once have I ever been at a weight to be able to join in the fun with my kids! I haven't told them and I want it to be a surprize. I can't wait! : )
This month a friend of ours lost her husband. He was only 33 years old. He was obeist and pass way after having a heart attack. My heart ached for this family. I soon realized how important it is to share our story with others. Being over weight has caused me to be an antisocial person. I would offten have bad panic attacks, I had no self confidence. I feared going anywhere with lots of people. I missed out on my best friends daughters birthday party, many school functions for my kids, and date nights with my husband, ect. I wanted to be a nurse when I grew up but God had another path for me. I know now this is what I was ment to do with my life. Help people get optimal health! Weather its threw weight loss or helping people get off of meds or to just eat learning to put healthy foods into there body. I never want my fears to stop someone from getting healthy. Please if you or someone you know can use some help with getting healthy please don't let your fears get in the way either.
It has been 2 1/2 months and life is getting so much easier! I am able to enjoy things I took for grated. Seriously driving the car has gotten easier and alot more fun. Jason and I have been carpooling for awhile. This past week I drove for the 1st time in about 2 weeks. The kids headed to the bus and I followed in the car. I leave for work directly after the bus comes. Otherwise I would be walking too. As I turned the corner the stiring wheel felt really loose. So easy to turn, I almost hit a tree! I drove to work praying there wasn't something wrong with the car. Normally I have to turn it hard in order to get the wheel to turn. yes, I have popwe stiring. I finally figured out that I lost alot of inches around my belly. My stomach was no longer rubbing on the wheel! Down a total of 41.5 lbs!
I have 43 more pounds to lose before I can jump on our tampoline. We have had it for 5 year and not once have I ever been at a weight to be able to join in the fun with my kids! I haven't told them and I want it to be a surprize. I can't wait! : )
This month a friend of ours lost her husband. He was only 33 years old. He was obeist and pass way after having a heart attack. My heart ached for this family. I soon realized how important it is to share our story with others. Being over weight has caused me to be an antisocial person. I would offten have bad panic attacks, I had no self confidence. I feared going anywhere with lots of people. I missed out on my best friends daughters birthday party, many school functions for my kids, and date nights with my husband, ect. I wanted to be a nurse when I grew up but God had another path for me. I know now this is what I was ment to do with my life. Help people get optimal health! Weather its threw weight loss or helping people get off of meds or to just eat learning to put healthy foods into there body. I never want my fears to stop someone from getting healthy. Please if you or someone you know can use some help with getting healthy please don't let your fears get in the way either.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
2 months
I applogize that I have not keep up on this. The holidays have keep me busy. I wanted to quickly let everyone know where I am at. I have lost a total of 38lbs in 8 weeks! I made it throught all of the holidays without any slip ups. ok I did bit the very tip off of two Hershey Hugs and threw the rest away. I will post more details but until than here are my current pics!
And bring a friend : )
If getting healthy is on your list of things to do this new year, please contact me.
Every Wed at 7pm we do a information/food tasting for those who want to know more.
PLEASE JOIN US!And bring a friend : )
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Thanksgiving
Getting through Thanksgiving was easier than I thought! We got up did what we normally do and than went out for a 2 hr hike. We went to 1000 acres in Troutdale. It was nice there were only 3 other people out there. We have never done this hike before. Heck we never have hiked before until last week. It was pooring but that didn't stop us! It was worth it at the end. We had a beautiful view of the columbia river.
After we dryed out we had dinner. We had our 5oz of ham, 1/2 cup of green beans and 1/2 cup of brocolli and aspragus. Think about what you ate for thanksgiving. I am sure what we had was on your table too. I felt great! This is our new tradition. Go for a hike than eat a healthy meal and not be left with that feeling we all hate.
Our next chanlenge is all of the holiday parties we have to attend. They are always filled with sweets and drinks. As of today I know of three events we are attending. On top of it Jason and I celebrate our 1 year wedding anniversary on 12-12. I would love to have a glass of wine at dinner but I know its not worth it. Things will be tough this month but I KNOW I can do it! That attuide is a new one for me... I was always Mrs. negative. It feels great to be positive and do positive things with my life!
The best part about this week was black friday. This has always been a tradition in our family. This year was different. The last stop I made was just for me. I went jean shopping! I was told by my boss that my jeans were looking really baggy and it was time to downsize! I made this my last stop because shopping for me has always been a depressing thing to do. Things never fit! It would ruin my day. Trust me I wasn't pleasent to be around. I was nervous to go. I grabbed the next size down from the ones I had on (size24). Up they went and I buttoned them with no problem. So then I grabbed the next size down a size 22. No problem! They fit! I went from a size 26 to a size 22! I was on cloud nine : ) I figured I lost the 24.3 lbs all in my butt. Cuz these ones aren't staying up all that well either. I wish I would have lost some more inches in my belly then I could fit into the other pair I bought. Yep I bought 3 pairs! size 22, 18, and my favorite size 16w. I plan on wearing those out on my birthday in March! I have them out so I can see them everyday. So for all the women who are like me and hate jean shopping keep in mind there can be a day you will leave the store happy, proud and exited!
If you would like to see how Jason is doing, visit his blog at http://www.bigguynomore.blogspot.com/
If you have questions about the Take Shape for Life Program, please call me any time. 503-998-8305
After we dryed out we had dinner. We had our 5oz of ham, 1/2 cup of green beans and 1/2 cup of brocolli and aspragus. Think about what you ate for thanksgiving. I am sure what we had was on your table too. I felt great! This is our new tradition. Go for a hike than eat a healthy meal and not be left with that feeling we all hate.
Our next chanlenge is all of the holiday parties we have to attend. They are always filled with sweets and drinks. As of today I know of three events we are attending. On top of it Jason and I celebrate our 1 year wedding anniversary on 12-12. I would love to have a glass of wine at dinner but I know its not worth it. Things will be tough this month but I KNOW I can do it! That attuide is a new one for me... I was always Mrs. negative. It feels great to be positive and do positive things with my life!
The best part about this week was black friday. This has always been a tradition in our family. This year was different. The last stop I made was just for me. I went jean shopping! I was told by my boss that my jeans were looking really baggy and it was time to downsize! I made this my last stop because shopping for me has always been a depressing thing to do. Things never fit! It would ruin my day. Trust me I wasn't pleasent to be around. I was nervous to go. I grabbed the next size down from the ones I had on (size24). Up they went and I buttoned them with no problem. So then I grabbed the next size down a size 22. No problem! They fit! I went from a size 26 to a size 22! I was on cloud nine : ) I figured I lost the 24.3 lbs all in my butt. Cuz these ones aren't staying up all that well either. I wish I would have lost some more inches in my belly then I could fit into the other pair I bought. Yep I bought 3 pairs! size 22, 18, and my favorite size 16w. I plan on wearing those out on my birthday in March! I have them out so I can see them everyday. So for all the women who are like me and hate jean shopping keep in mind there can be a day you will leave the store happy, proud and exited!
If you would like to see how Jason is doing, visit his blog at http://www.bigguynomore.blogspot.com/
If you have questions about the Take Shape for Life Program, please call me any time. 503-998-8305
One month
Ahhh life is good! I lost another 6.5lbs this week! That is a total of 24.3 lbs in 27 days! Jason and I decided to go out dinner. I wasn't sure if I was going to be able to go out. Jason has had lunch meeting and done just fine. It had been 25 days since I last went out. Don't get me wrong I wanted to go but I was thinking what if it's not worth it. I knew I was going to be upset if I got there and didn't like what I was having. It would have been wasted money and a "real meal." We decided to go to Changs mongronan grill. This way we could make sure it was no one elses fault but our own if we had a set back. I am proud to say I DID IT! I was able to go to my faviorte restrant and eat. I was honestly on the verg of a panic attack in the parking lot. Thankful Jace was there. It's nice having someone there to help and hold you accountable. Thats why its important to keep conected with your health coach too.
I am not nervose at all about Turkey day. I know there will be lots of yummy food but I have no disare to dig in and be left with that over stuffed tired feeling. Heck I used to feel that way after every meal. I love traditions and this year we are making a new one. We are going hiking! I am thankul for what my life is becoming! I want to celerbrate it by doing something I now enjoy and can do!
I will make sure to blog about our hike and post our one month pics later this week!
PS. I will edit later.
May all of you have a healthy Happy Thanksgiving!
Cheers!
I am not nervose at all about Turkey day. I know there will be lots of yummy food but I have no disare to dig in and be left with that over stuffed tired feeling. Heck I used to feel that way after every meal. I love traditions and this year we are making a new one. We are going hiking! I am thankul for what my life is becoming! I want to celerbrate it by doing something I now enjoy and can do!
I will make sure to blog about our hike and post our one month pics later this week!
PS. I will edit later.
May all of you have a healthy Happy Thanksgiving!
Cheers!
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Stats and info
NEARLY 67% OF U.S. ADULTS ARE OVERWEIGHT!
There is so much temptation to consume high calorie and high fat foods. Large portions make matters worse. Furthermore, weight issues tend to run in families and may be caused by genetic factors and lifestyle, including poor diet and lack of exercise. Many of us eat in response to negative emotions, such as boredom, sadness, and anger.
The Take Shape For Life Program provides the structure and support to help you make the necessary changes in your life style and deliver strategies for overcoming the emotions and stress that have caused you to gain weight.
Take Shape for Life(TSFL) is not a diet. It is a program based on one of the largest studies of people who have been SUCCESSFUL at losing weight and keeping it off for good. (Adv 5 yrs) TSFL takes the worrie out of portion control and proper nutrutuin by using blaanced meals that taste great and help you lose weight and inprove your health.
Your health coach, me and other TSFL memebers provide guidance, skills, and other tools you need to succeed long-term.
If you know of someone who is struggling with:
* Being over weight even if it only 30 lbs
* diabetes
* High blood pressure or cholestrol
* Heart diease
* Sleep apena
*Joint pain
This program is for you!
What to know more? I am here to answer question and start you on a path to a better healthier life!
Trudy Ping
Coach ID 30091145
503-998-8305 Texting is ok!
There is so much temptation to consume high calorie and high fat foods. Large portions make matters worse. Furthermore, weight issues tend to run in families and may be caused by genetic factors and lifestyle, including poor diet and lack of exercise. Many of us eat in response to negative emotions, such as boredom, sadness, and anger.
The Take Shape For Life Program provides the structure and support to help you make the necessary changes in your life style and deliver strategies for overcoming the emotions and stress that have caused you to gain weight.
Take Shape for Life(TSFL) is not a diet. It is a program based on one of the largest studies of people who have been SUCCESSFUL at losing weight and keeping it off for good. (Adv 5 yrs) TSFL takes the worrie out of portion control and proper nutrutuin by using blaanced meals that taste great and help you lose weight and inprove your health.
Your health coach, me and other TSFL memebers provide guidance, skills, and other tools you need to succeed long-term.
If you know of someone who is struggling with:
* Being over weight even if it only 30 lbs
* diabetes
* High blood pressure or cholestrol
* Heart diease
* Sleep apena
*Joint pain
This program is for you!
What to know more? I am here to answer question and start you on a path to a better healthier life!
Trudy Ping
Coach ID 30091145
503-998-8305 Texting is ok!
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Week 3
I had so many chances to cheat this week. Jason left for Hunting for ten days. The thing is I had no desire to cheat. I feel great and the pounds are melting off. I did have a few stressful days during the week. Being a single parent is hard work. Kudos to the parents who do it everyday. I got to talk to Jason once while he was gone. It was Monday and he left Friday so it was early in the week. I asked him how he was doing staying on the plan. He said It's hard waking up to Eric cooking eggs, hashbrowns and bacon every moring. Than another guy in camp had made fried chicken with alfrado for dinner. He stayed stong. He ate right when he got up so he wouldn't be temped to snag a bit. Than for dinner he made his own L&G but did go into the camper to eat it. This was so he wouldn't toucher himself with the sight and smell of the other food in camp. Like I said it was rough getting the kids from daycare, cooking dinner, going to soccer practice, homework ect. I really wanted to eat a grill chesse sandwhich. I was making them for the kids. As I tured to grab a plate I saw 4 reguler dr peppers on the counter. I knew Jason had them in his truck from the last hunting trip. He didn't know I knew about them. They were from before we started the program These sodas got me through the week. No, I didn't drink them. Everytime I was temped I would stair at them and talk myself out of it. I thought wow Jason had a chance to cheat without me ever knowing and he didn't. If Jason can do I CAN do it too!
Today I weighed in. It wasn't what I was hoping for. I lost 1/2 of a pound. I took sometime to reflect on what I did that may have caused this little of a lose. Looking back at my food journal there was 2 days I didn't eat every 2-3 hrs and missed 1-2 snacks. This caused my body to go into storage mood again. I confusied my body. I am glad I learned this early on. I won't be making this mistake again. Since I am past week 3 it's time to bring in the exercise. I hope it becomes like the brocoli and squash, I crave it. I had never ate squash before and now I have it at least 4 days a week. I used to think change was bad and never looked forward to it but now I see clearly, ITS FOR THE BEST!
Next week it will be one month and I can't wait to see what my lose is for the entire month. I will post pics monthly so you can see the AMAZING SRINKING ME! When your ready I will be here! : )
Today I weighed in. It wasn't what I was hoping for. I lost 1/2 of a pound. I took sometime to reflect on what I did that may have caused this little of a lose. Looking back at my food journal there was 2 days I didn't eat every 2-3 hrs and missed 1-2 snacks. This caused my body to go into storage mood again. I confusied my body. I am glad I learned this early on. I won't be making this mistake again. Since I am past week 3 it's time to bring in the exercise. I hope it becomes like the brocoli and squash, I crave it. I had never ate squash before and now I have it at least 4 days a week. I used to think change was bad and never looked forward to it but now I see clearly, ITS FOR THE BEST!
Next week it will be one month and I can't wait to see what my lose is for the entire month. I will post pics monthly so you can see the AMAZING SRINKING ME! When your ready I will be here! : )
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