From the Mind of AlphaBetsy

Week one is over and here's where I am. I did really well on exercise. I got up at 5 and worked out 30-40 minutes on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and we did the big hike on Saturday. Tuesday I woke up with stomach pains and stomach issues and exercise do not mix, so I skipped my workout that day. Sunday was Easter and I just didn't get a chance to workout that day. I did fly a kite that day though, so I got at least a little exercise. For eating, I definitely ate more fruit and veggies. And during the week my eating was awesome. I did a really good job of keeping myself healthy and portioned well. Saturday morning I was really bad. My family went out to breakfast before hiking and that meant the breakfast bar at Frisches. Buffets are my achille's heel. I just want to keep eating and you know not everything I'm picking up is healthy.Sigh. At least we did go hiking after, and I ate well the rest of the day, but still. Sunday I was really proud of myself, becau...

When I heard the new description for the Spring into Fitness challenge from  get off your broom  I was so intrigued that I had to jump into this round. I will spare you a complete description and just say that if you are interested after reading my goals and such that you should check out the get off your broom blog. This is me on 3-24 .  My starting numbers: Weight: 209 Bust: 45.5 Waist: 39.5 Hips: 43 Thigh: 23 Bicep: 13.25 TASK 1: Set your goals and make a plan.  My goal is to weigh under 199 pounds by the end of the challenge and to have dropped one dress size. To make this happen I will: Continue on Weight Watchers. I have recently switched to points plus, and kind of love it. I like that weight watchers really encourages you to eat well and when I am consistent and really do it, it works really well. Work out at least 30 minutes a day 7 days a week. Eat no fried foods at all...not even fries at sit down restaurants. Eat more fish an...