Jay Can Do It! - Weight Loss Diary

I'm going to end Day 6 and go to bed. I curse at myself for not being able to reach a 1000 Calorie burn. :cuss: I swear, tomorrow I'm going to walk a full 300 calories more.


Good night everyone!


(Ugh, I can smell the Spaghetti all the way from upstairs. SO GOOD. But Soooo bad for me....)
 
Day 7.


It's raining today so I can't exactly run outside or anything. We DO have a treadmill, but once you get the taste of the outdoors you never want to go back, you know? =) I suppose I can march in front of the Television for a while until the sun shows again.


Now that I'm stuck indoors, I thought I'd take this chance to answer a few questions in depth about why I am dieting, my life story, etc. I touched on it on the first post, but it was rushed because I wanted to get right into dieting. So, without further adieu, let's get to the question answering.


What's your story?


Losing weight has been my ultimate goal for years. I have been big ever since I can remember, so I've gotten used to my massive frame and beer gut. But when I entered High School, things changed a lot for me.


I would always sit in class and look around to each person, face to face, and realize that I was always the biggest one in the room. And that always upsetted me. Why am I like this? Why am I so big? Why do I have to be the big one and everyone else gets to eat a truckload of food and still be as skinny as a stick?


Years into high school, and this feeling turned into envy. I became extremely jealous of all the guys around me, all ripped with abs and biceps. I remember during my Sophomore I had a health class filled with only jocks. I felt so miserable and depressed. And it didn't help that they would sometimes make fun of me, especially at the lessons about Dieting and Exercise. They would say "Yeah, Jay." or "You should follow that advice."


To make it worse, the only one friend I had in that class would join in on the Jay-is-fat bandwagon and make fun of me as well.


I think...although I don't like to admit it...at one point I felt a bit suicidal. But thankfully the feeling left me faster than it came, otherwise I wouldn't be here. Heh.


But that aside, High School is done for me. I graduated last year, and I have never felt so relieved in my entire life. I love my school, but that one idiotic class always stayed in the back of my mind.


Now, I am currently getting ready to start college in January.


Why do you want to lose weight?


Love. I know it's corny, but I want to be able to look in the mirror, right into my face, and not feel like a pathetic blob that let himself go. I want to be able to love myself.


Of course, if you don't want the touchy-feely reason, another reason I want to lose weight is for the career I am heading in to. I plan to be a Nurse in two or so years, and hopefully become a Pediatric Doctor after that. Have you ever heard of a Fat doctor? An Obese nurse? If I want to be the person promoting health, I need to serve as a role model and be healthy myself.




Alright so..that's it I suppose. I hope you guys didn't find the reading too boring and long. =)
 
(Day 7) Monday, October 3, 2011




12:20PM





I woke up extremely late today - at about 11:00AM. I don't know why I was so sleepy last night. Heh.



Anyway, it's raining right now so running outside is not an option. I GUESS I can try the treadmill, but I absolutely hate that boring machine. I want to run outside so bad, but I don't want to get sick again! xD



Oh well, maybe later the rain will dissipate and I can go for a jog.







5:25PM




I have a slight headache right now. I don't know why.





What did I eat Today?




(11:00AM) One Cup Spaghetti + Sauce: 250 Calories

(1:27PM) One Cup Spaghetti + Sauce: 250 Calories

(1:57PM) One Cup Spaghetti + Sauce: 250 Calories (OK I AM DONE WITH THE SPAGHETTI)

(5:22PM) One Chicken Breast + Two Eggs + Half Red Bell Pepper + Slice of Whole Wheat Bread: 375 Calories

(9:00PM) 1 Cup Corn: 130 Calories

(12:00PM) One Cup Spaghetti + Sauce: 250 Calories ( :( I was defeated..)




TOTAL SO FAR: 1505 Calories






What did I do Today?




30 Minute Brisk Walk (Leslie Sansone's DVD. Yes, I had to resort to those corny exercise DVDs. It was good though!): 200 Calories




TOTAL SO FAR: 200 Calories









DAILY SUMMARY



CALORIC DEFICIT: 834 Calories

EXERCISE BURN: 200 Calories



TOTAL CALORIES BURNED:[/b] 1034 Calories




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Oh Jay, dont beat yourself up, you are doing so so amazing!!:) You should be so proud of yourself for what you have achieved so far:) Remember Rome wasnt built in a day :D
 
Lol thank you Irishprincess. Don't worry I'm not being hard on myself, just...strict. And slightly punishable. X_X


Like that Three bowls of Spaghetti I just ate? Yeah, I'm treating myself to a 30 minute full blown aerobic workout, then I'm going to walk for 30 minutes...whenever the rain stops.
 
AHey Spaghetti King...don't you make fun of Leslie!! haha She is my favorite!! ....she is a nutter...but she gets me moving and she is easy on these old people knees I have....lol.
I actually just got 5 REALLY BIG MILES in the mail today...I just got done doing it...it was long...but a really good work out.
 
Oh no no, I'm not making fun of Leslie ;). I just actually tried her work out and it's actually REALLY fun and very easy (I have the 2 Mile Brisk Walk one. It was much tougher than I expected!)
 
I'm kind of bored right now. I decided to just randomly answer some questions posted by IrishPrincess's 30 Day Challenge Thing. I hope that's OK!


Day 07 - Do your friends and family know you’re trying to lose weight? Do they support you?


Yes, to an extent. My Mom is actually on a diet herself, but she's on a different kind of weight loss (since she's not big like me. She's actually normal weight). My dad is not on any diet, but he loves to exercise so he sometimes forces me to go with him on walks on stuff. They both allow me to buy fresh whole foods (Whole Grain breads, breast chicken, salad, etc.) since I have very little money of my own at the moment. They are VERY excited for me, so I'm happy about that. My brothers are brothers - They are very "meh" about my diet lol.


As of now, no one outside of my immediate family knows about me trying to lose weight. Our next family gathering is going to be at Thanksgiving, so I'm HOPING I could fit into my favorite party clothes before the party (and perhaps get a surprised look or two ;) ).


As for friends, I actually don't have that much friends. A lot of them graduated from High School and I have lost touch with them. But it's no big deal - I wanted to get High School out of my system AS FAST AS POSSIBLE. All the asses, the jerks, the drama, I needed all that to leave in order to succeed with my weight loss.
 
Hey everyone! I'm so happy because I did the Math from yesterday and I FINALLY got to a 1000 Calorie deficit. :D


I'm currently nomming on some Sio pao for breakfast since the fridge is empty. My family and I are going shopping for some iceberg salad and spinach. I've been craving for some veggies, and I'm getting tired of broccoli honestly. Heh.


And in OTHER good news, my sickness is TOTALLY gone! Yayyy :D


Posting Day 8 chart soon!
 
(Day 8) Tuesday, October 4, 2011




10:04AM





Pork Siopao is tasty. I wonder if it's bad for you o_o.






What did I eat Today?




(10:05AM) Pork Siopao: 240 Calories

(1:22PM) Chicken Breast Strips + 1/2 Cup Rice + 1/4 Cup Homemade Teriyaki Sauce: 265 Calories

(3:43PM) Pan De Sal (Filipino Bread) + Cheese & Bell Pepper Omelet: 300 Calories

(6:32PM) Spaghetti Bowl: 400 Calories

(6:32PM) Those Super Unhealthy Salty Asian Crackers that have tons of MSG in them (and calories apparently): 340 Calories

(9:16PM) One Cup White Rice + Liver Dish: 310 Calories




TOTAL SO FAR: 1855 Calories






What did I do Today?




30 Minute 4mph Brisk Walk: 255 Calories

Weird Movement Thing in my Room: 100 Calories




TOTAL SO FAR: 355 Calories









DAILY SUMMARY



CALORIC DEFICIT: 489

EXERCISE BURN: 355



TOTAL CALORIES BURNED:[/b] 844 Calories






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Day 08 - Your workout routine.


I actually don't really have a routine worked out yet. But my plan is to wake up at around 6AM (when my brothers get up for school) and jog around the neighborhood for 30 minutes. This is the best time because everyone is either sleeping or at school, and I hate jogging when there's people around. So awkward.


Right now, my main goal is to get as much activity in my life as possible. Taking the stairs, moving around while watching TV, going the long way to get the shopping cart, staying AWAY from the laptop as much as possible (and if I have to use it, use it while standing up). I'm trying to make all these little changes so I can burn as much passive calories as possible.


I do 10 knee pushups every 2 hours, and 60 crunches every morning and evening. I'm trying to build up some upper body strength and some abs. Oh, and I have 5 lb dumbbells that I use for arm curls while I'm watching television.


Apart from that, I don't have a strict workout routine yet. Hopefully I can figure up one sooner or later.


Advice?
 
I don't know why, but it's getting harder to keep my calories low. I'm exercising more this week (averaging about 30 minutes a day) and sometimes I get extremely hungry. Is it normal for my body to want more calories after exercising? And more importantly, is it okay to eat more? Should I stay within my 1700-2000 Calorie range or increase it a bit?


It's getting so complicated D:


Oh, and did you know fat doesn't leave your body through your feces? After your body uses up your fat and converts it to energy, it also creates byproducts of the fat: carbon dioxide and water. Fat actually leaves your body through your urine, sweat, and of all things, your breath! How interesting :biggrin:
 
Heey Jay, came to check on your progress too! :) Omg I think losing 6lbs is awesome! Especially in just nine (?!) days!!! Super cool, keep it up, you're obviously doing it right! Sadly I can't help you with the calorie amount, since I've never been on such a diet, but I hope you'll get some proper answers soon! x
 
Thanks Blackie!


I just finished taking pictures of myself. I HATE pictures because the camera never lies and you can clearly see your weight. I took one picture in late September and one in early October, but they are with my shirt off so I'm really wary about posting them online xD. Perhaps once I lose more pounds and you can see a difference i'll post them up. And perhaps with a shirt or something....
 
(Day 9) Wednesday, October 5, 2011






2:15PM



So Hungry. I don't know what to eat though...



3:12PM



Holy moleh. One cup of milk has 140 Calories? Why so much? I better buy the low fat.






What did I eat Today?




(10:00AM) One Cup White Rice + Liver Dish: 310 Calories

(2:48PM) Lettuce + Romaine Lettuce + Breast Chicken + Dressing: 230 Calories

(3:11PM) One Cup Milk: 140 Calories

(5:57PM) Honey Bread + Cream Cheese: 170 Calories

(7:19PM) Lettuce + Romaine Lettuce + Breast Chicken + Mozzarella: 300 Calories

(8:43PM) Lettuce + Romaine Lettuce + Breast Chicken: 170 Calories




TOTAL SO FAR: 1320 Calories






What did I do Today?




30 Minute 4mph Brisk Walk: 255 Calories

30 Minute 4mph Brisk Walk: 255 Calories (separate sessions)




TOTAL SO FAR: 510 Calories









DAILY SUMMARY



CALORIC DEFICIT: 1013 Calories

EXERCISE BURN: 510 Calories



TOTAL CALORIES BURNED:[/b] 1523 Calories










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I think I am addicted to weight loss. It's so exciting, like a game with such high rewards you KNOW there's no reason why you shouldn't play.


Today, I burned 500 Calories, which does NOT include all the other muscular exercises I had to do. I did two separate 4mph walk sessions (30 minute each) and I feel great! Also, since Monday I have not seen the scale reach 220, so I can safely say that I am out of the 220s and fully into the 210s. Woot!


Three more days until Weigh day Sunday. Let's see if I can lose another pound or two!
 
Time to answer another daily question!


Day 09 - Did people ever make comments about your weight in a negative way?


Now that I am out of High School, no one makes negative comments about my weight. In High School though, I would always get these rude remarks from people I didn't know, or hurtful comments from some of my closest friends. I had a friend who would poke at me and call me jiggly in front of all my others friends. Thankfully, I have ditched his rude ass and moved on with my life. Right now I am surrounded by people who are supportive of me, so I am thankful.
 
My first picture!





No sorry, it's not a picture of me. Though, my hands are in there so I hope that satisfies you all xD.


It's a picture of a bowl of salad I made with mozzarella pieces, romaine lettuce, regular lettuce, and breast chicken! I LOVE salad, especially lettuce and broccoli (which I don't have at the moment). I hope you guys like the picture. I took it with my laptop camera, heh.


Although, I WISH I hadn't put in the mozzarella pieces. The little critters have more calories than the salad and chicken combined. Ouch!
 
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