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If you guys remember, I started the low carb "thing" the day right after Memorial Day.  Since then I’ve lost about 8 lbs and a total of 14 lbs since I decided to get serious back in March.  It’s amazing but I’m feeling sexy and confident again! I’m now able to fit back into my size 14 uniform pants. And the best part of it all is that I have no fear of them ripping on me lol!

Its not an easy road but its well worth it. When you start to see the weight melting off, it just fuels your desire to keep on going. Unfortunately I’m not working out as much as I would love too.  My 2 grandkids (2) live at home with me with their mom and I do most of the work when it comes to them. My daughter wasn’t ready to be a mom and it seems like she will never be ready so now I find myself raising 2 more, on my own.  So by the time that I’m finished with the grandkids, in the morning, its time for me to start to get ready for work.

Regardless, I’ve been able to squeeze 3 days of workouts in a week and sometimes even 4!  I’m not complaining though, cause it’s better than nothing and I think that its somewhat consistent.  I’ve still managed to keep the carbs to a minimum of 20gms a day and some weekends I take a break and treat myself.

Let’s see what August brings!

Yes…Now I finally get it! So many years of yo-yo dieting and sissy workouts! You gotta stay focused, eat clean and workout…..on a regular basis. If you fall off the wagon, dust da bootie off and jump back on track!

I was back at the gym this morning cause I was feeling better from a cold that I had. Did upperbody and a pathetic 15 minutes of cardio, on the eliptical (I KNOW) I need to work on cardio!!  3 weeks, so far, of No simple carbs at all!!!  I really don’t miss them because thats whats keeping me from dropping the weight.

The plan is to get down to an acceptable size then start adding complex carbs in 5gms. increments.  This will be done I can determine exactly how much carbs my body needs to stay lean and not gain bodyfat.  I will post progress pics the 28 of June. This months goal is to reach 174 lbs. by July 1st.

God bless and stay healthy!

Dear Lord!  Finally, a 2 pound loss!  Does anyone have any idea how long it has taken for me to lose anything at all? Don’t get me wrong now…I mean, I know that I have lost some body fat. It is obvious by looking at the first pics that I posted in March.  It’s not much but I’m not complaining. I just felt that I was doing something wrong or not pushing myself enough.

I just finished reading an article about body types. I have known that I am an endomorph.  I have actually read quite a few articles on this particular body type and the only difference between the article that I read today and the others is this….we endomorphs DO have to watch how much carbs we eat!  I’ve been eating complex carbs…brown rice, low glycemic fruits etc….working out hard, 4x a week along with cardio.  Nothing!!  Very little progress since March.  Even though the lean muscles are packing on, the pounds should be coming off as well.

So, I had decided this Memorial Day weekend that I was going to change things up and see what happens.  No carbs at all, except for veggies.  This, along with heavy lifting, is working for me!  I had decided to take this approach after reading about the C.H.A. diet by Scivation.  It’s a bit strict but I’ve modified it to fit me and my needs.  I will follow this for about 2 weeks then start cycling my carbs.

I also changed up my routine, went from 1 body part a day to working out upper body 2 days and lower body another 2 days of the week.  Cardio will be done the 3 days I have off from lifting.  I was beginning to lose my motivation and hope but was trying hard not to lose focus by giving hope and motivation to others. I’m sooo glad that I did not falter too far and am trying to walk the line.

Lets see what the month of June will bring!

This week was a very busy one for me. I had company staying with me in the beginning of this week and I had to work not one but two 16 hr. shifts.  As you all can imagine, I’m pooped! I couldn’t get any cardio in at all but was able to workout with the weights that I do have at home. It was only 2 days out of the week: Upper body and then lower body, but I feel good that I was able to do something instead of nothing.  Saturday all should be back to normal and it’s back to the grind.

Lime-Honey Glazed Chicken:

6 tablespoons honey
6 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons freshly grated lime zest
6 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
4 6-ounce bone-in chicken thighs, skin and excess fat removed
2 12-ounce bone-in chicken breasts, skin and excess fat removed, cut in half crosswise

1. Mix honey, soy sauce, lime zest, lime juice and crushed red pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken pieces; stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
2. About 20 minutes before you are ready to grill, preheat a gas grill (with all burners lit)
to 400°F or build a fire in a charcoal grill and let it burn down to medium heat (about 400°F).
3. If using a gas grill, turn off one burner (leaving 1 to 2 burners lit, depending on your grill). If using a charcoal grill, move the coals to one side. Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade (reserve marinade) and place bone-side down (with the thick part of the meat facing up) on the unheated side of the grill rack. Close the lid and roast undisturbed for 25 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, place the marinade in a small saucepan over medium-high heat and boil until reduced by about half and thickened to a glaze, 8 to 10 minutes.
5. Rotate the chicken to other spots on the unheated portion of the grill to ensure even cooking and lightly brush with some of the glaze. Cover and continue roasting, basting once more about halfway through cooking, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meat without touching bone registers 165°F, 10 to 20 minutes more.