Today I weighed in at 229.9 which means I gained 2.1 lbs for the week bringing my total weight loss since 9/28 to 26.1 lbs.
Well, that burst my bubble. To be honest, I’m really bummed today. I worked out harder last week than I have before and not just since September, but in my whole life. I mean, I walked at a faster pace than normal, I jogged, I even did an hour of kickboxing class on Thursday that I’m STILL sore from for crying out loud. Not to mention, I was right on target for my calorie intake as well. I was tempted with quite a bit of junk food last week that I successfully resisted each and every time. So, yes, I was hoping for a really good loss this week since I stepped up my intensity, but I go and gain TWO pounds? Whiskey tango foxtrot!?
My T.O.M. can be very irregular so it’s hard for me to tell if it’s coming or not, but I’m kinda hoping it is because at least then I can chalk the gain up to water retention…or something…it certainly wasn’t due to my lack of trying.
Don’t worry, I’m not giving up or letting this get me down, but man, it’s depressing. I just need to find my fire again, because something like this really has a way of extinguishing your flame. So, it looks like I’ll be stepping up my intensity this week. Part of this will include Zumba. Zumba?! Yes, I’ll be adding Zumba to my routine this week. I didn’t even know what it was until my sister told me, but apparently it’s a pretty good workout that’s fun too. I plan to also do the kickboxing class again on Thursday. So, hopefully between that and pressing on with my jogging/walking intervals, maybe, just maybe, I’ll see a loss next week.
Before I go, I wanted to tell you about the strangest nightmare I had the other night. It wasn’t my standard ’someone’s chasing me and I can’t move or scream’ nightmare…it was me DRINKING A PEPSI. How odd is that?! We were out at a restaurant and I instinctively ordered a Pepsi and drank every last drop of it without even thinking about it. It wasn’t like I drank it knowing I shouldn’t or anything like that…I drank it guilt free so it was as if I forgot about my “diet” or worse had quit altogether. I woke up so freaked out about it and was very thankful once I realized it was only a dream and I was still on track and hadn’t had any soda in real life. Well, if you think that’s strange, I had a similar dream again last night! Except this time it was fries. Not only did I order and eat a large fry from McDonalds, but I started munching on my daughter’s as well like it was nothing. No guilt, no justifications, just freely eating like I used to before I made the decision to change. Again, woke up freaking out until I realized it was “just a dream” and hadn’t really happened. Am I crazy or what?! Have you ever had these kind of nightmares during your weightloss journey, where you see yourself ‘failing’ or worse just giving up???
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Sometimes things like reduced holiday exercise take awhile to catch up with us. Regardless, you are in control of the here and now and you have been KILLIN’ it in the gym. Keep workin’ it, give it some time, and you will see the results!!! Inflate your bubble back up, honey!!!
You’re not crazy for having weird dreams, I’ve had some like that, too. I once won a contest and the prize was a lifetime supply of Dr. Pepper. Well, in my dreams, I did. I was going through caffeine withdrawals, go figure. You are NOT crazy!
I’m green with envy that you’re doing Zumba! I sooo can’t wait to be able to do that class! I hope my 5 class pass doesn’t expire before I can do it!!! I hope you post a recap so I can live vicariously through you!!!
Josie, there you have it: It’s the dreams that are making you gain weight! =)
Seriously, though, it could simply be your muscles’ reactions to the hard workout – I think Lori mentioned something like this over at South Beach Steve’s blog? I’m not clear on the science of it, but look it up.
I know those dreams well! I’m gluten intolerant and have been living gluten free for so long it is not even an issue with me. But sometimes I dream – out of the blue! – that I eat a slice of bread without thinking, and only on waking up I think: Oh NO! What have I done?
Good luck with the week – and don’t let the numbers get you down. You’re building fantastic habits, and it is this process that is the most important of all. One day you’re not even going to look at a scale, you’re simply going to live a fit, healthy life without even thinking about it anymore.
Josie,
ARGH that is so frustrating!! I know you are busting your butt and that you WILL see the benefits of that soon, but it sucks in the short-term. I tend to half-rely on the drops on the scale every week to tell me, “Yes, you’re doing it right.” This is a week of taking it on faith, it seems.
Last week my weight stayed the same although I knew I’d done some extra exercise and stuck to my calorie budget, and I felt kinda let down. I can’t deny I’m hoping my weigh-in tomorrow will show a positive change. I know that this small upswing is only temporary for you, and I’m so glad you’re going to keep on keeping on!
Josie, hang in there! You know you did everything right, so don’t beat yourself up! Keep doing what you’re doing and look to a good weigh-in next week — it’s bound to happen.
A one off weig-in is relatively meaningless. Watch your trend. Physics Diet is good for that. (www.physicsdiet.com)
Your body is probably just holding more water for your muscles that have had to work harder than normal. It will pass.
Don’t let it get you down Josie! I know it can be frustrating, but you’ve been making really good progress overall, and one off week is nothing to worry about!
I am confident that this is a fluke. You worked your proverbial A$$ off this week. Don’t let it stop you. Keep on going… you are doing FANTASTIC. I think it’s muscle due to such an awesome change in workout. I don’t see how it could be fat. NO WAY!
Josie, try not to let the scale reading getting you down. You are doing everything right and the weight will probably all be off on your next weigh in. Stay focused on how far you have come! You have done so well and I believe you are going to continue to rock your goals for 2010. xoxo
Whiskey tango foxtrot had me hysterical…sorry, not laughing at you, but it struck me as quite hilarious.
Let this gain roll off your back. It happens to so many people when they up their activity level and especially when they use their large muscles. Average out your weight loss over the weeks and see how great you are doing!
You are not crazy. I have had wild food dreams too. Going to food courts and visiting every vendor etc.
Hang in there. I truly don’t consider this a gain…
hey Josie, totally been there, had the same experience, and the first couple of times it really bummed me out. But guess what? I’ve found that sometimes the weeks I work out hardest and eat the most on target are NOT the weeks I lose weight. It’s the week AFTER that I see a drop. I think other people have commented on this before, I know I’ve seen it on South Beach Steve’s blog, but sometimes the body likes to hold on to some weight just before it gets ready to drop a big chunk. Do NOT let this pull you off track, and don’t fret. Your body knows what it’s doing — it’s just not telling you in advance. Hang in there!
Best,
Ish
I too believe it is that your body is holding on to water because of your intensity/amount increase. It happens to me all the time and I know it will happen now too for me as I am kicking my own ass to make a difference while on my week off. It most likely wont be until next week when I see the drop. Once your body adjust to the increase and sees that it won’t dehydrate (as long as you keep your water intake up) then it will let go and you will see a loss.
Keep up the great work Josie. You are coming along just fine. Your blogging friends are proud of you!
Hey Sis!!!
I wouldn’t let this get you too down… I def had some weeks where I felt like I worked out harder than ever but didn’t do as well as weeks I felt like I didn’t do as much. Just still with it. That’s the hard part… But if you do you will yield results!!! You’re doing great!
Josie, I can’t believe that I haven’t commented on this yet. But I know you’ll get through this. You really built up your intensity, so I’m wondering if you’ll see a huge loss next week, once your body gets out of the shock of having it’s butt kicked! I think sustaining this combination of activity level and healthy eating choices will pay off in the short and long term. Your patience will be tested, but hey, you can totally do this.
And I love that your nightmares have changed into a different fear–I can totally tell just by your reaction to those dreams that you’ll be a success. You already are!
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