Day 18 ~ I Can Walk Miles and Miles...

Today's Thoughts:  I feel as if I can walk miles, upon miles!  What is it about Malibu that does this? 

Day 17 Weight:               168.9 lbs.   

Day 18 Weight:               168.9 lbs.   

Weight Lost:                     -0.0  lbs. 

Weight Lost To Date:       7.4 lbs.

Weight Left to Loose:      8.2 lbs.

Wii Fit Age:  --  Quick test done today... a little pressed for time

Today's Exercise:  2.5 hours

My workout included: Walking, in the sand.

Burned 700 calories - the equivalent of more or less 12 onion rings (410 calories) and 1/2 cup of salsa and 2oz of tortilla chips (310 calories).  The calories burned were calories burned with activity outside of wii recorded in my Activity Log.

Water Intake:  4 - 16oz bottles of water 

Breakfast:  Scrambled eggs  

Snack:  - - 

Lunch:  3/4 cup of spaghetti with meat sauce and a Persian tomato salad (late lunch)  

Snack:   - -
Dinner:  1/2 cup Persian rice, Chicken with vegetables-  (also Persian).  One Word... Delicious!

Today's Summary: Even though I didn't gain or loose any weight, at least I am maintaining it off.

Tomorrow Goal's:  To walk another three miles. Even though I am missing the wii workout (I don't want to completely take over the family tv), I am enjoying power-walking in my paradise!

I am not a doctor or a dietitian, and am not promoting for you to follow "my 21-day challenge."  I do however advise you to consult your physician before exercise or dieting.  This is for my own personal gain (or loss) and not affiliated with wii in any way.  wii is not paying me for this.

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Day 16 ~ Vacation, Smation... I must Exercise!

Today's Thoughts:  I don't know what it is about being around other people who are working out and healthy-eating conscientious that makes you also want to do the same... whatever it is... it works!!  It's almost cult-like.  However you look at it... as far as I'm concerned... if it works, why fix it?

Day 15 Weight:               171.9 lbs.   

Day 16 Weight:               169.3 lbs.   

Weight Lost:                     -2.6  lbs. 

Weight Lost To Date:       7.1 lbs.

Weight Left to Loose:      8.6 lbs.

Wii Fit Age:  22(!) (OH YES!!)

Today's Exercise:  two hours

My workout included: Walking, brisk walk.

Burned 410 calories - the equivalent of 12 onion rings (410 calories)  The calories burned were calories burned with activity outside of wii recorded in my Activity Log.

Water Intake:  4 - 16oz bottles of water 

Note: visiting relatives makes it VERY difficult all the way around to be on a diet!... why because they feel they need to show you how much they love you by feeding you.  NO! buy me things instead!  LOL!!  Just kidding!

Breakfast:  Scrambled eggs  (Late breakfast)

Snack:  - - 

Lunch:  3/4 cup of spaghetti with meat sauce and a Persian tomato salad (late lunch)  

Snack:   - -
Dinner:  1/2 cup Persian rice, Eggplant/beef dish (also Persian), with garlic yogurt!!  One Word... NUMMY!

Today's Summary: Loving the fact that I have been loosing weight the last few days.  Was it the pressure?  Who knows?  Am I more relaxed now that I am visiting my family and friends?  Who knows... however, what I do know is that I am loosing weight and continuing to watch what I am eating.

Tomorrow Goal's:  Where else can I be healthy... after all I am in the mecca of healthy people!  OK let me expand on that... if I'm in Venice as opposed to let's say ...hmmmm... without upsetting anyone...  hmmm.. let's say the valley (San Fernando that is), I am apt to be more careful as to what I eat.  WHY? you ask... again I am not trying to upset any of my friends that live in the valley..but let's face it... for the most part everyone is walking around in bathing suits more so in Venice, than the Valley... hence I am going to watch what I eat more in Venice or even Malibu for that matter.    

SO LET'S STAY HEALTHY ... and an early two to three mile walk is in store for me in the am!!!

Cooking Tip of the Day:  Being on vacation, unless you rent a house or something to that fact, you won't be doing much cooking... BUT your host will be (whether it be your mom, aunt or close friends)... so with that being the case, you could let them know that you are dieting... however, that does not mean that the menu will change.  and That's okay.. WHY? Well I will tell you why... It is up to you to use your will power.  You are on a diet, not your family!  So when they are offering you a second  helping of pasta, and they insist on serving it to you... just don't eat it!  You can say no thank you all you want... but they are insistent... in the end... just don't eat it.  Eat the first helping slow. fill up on salad, and skip on seconds.

Health Tip of the Day: Just because you are on vacation, it doesn't mean you can't workout.  I may not have a place to exercise with my wii... but I do have the open road and am able to go for a lengthy POWER walk!!  I say GO FOR IT!!

I am not a doctor or a dietitian, and am not promoting for you to follow "my 21-day challenge."  I do however advise you to consult your physician before exercise or dieting.  This is for my own personal gain (or loss) and not affiliated with wii in any way.  wii is not paying me for this.

All contents herein are protected under Copyright laws and can not be used, altered or copied. All accounts herein are written by Cali-Gal/Carla B Karam. Please contact me for permission..Just ask.

Day 15 ~ On the Road Again...

Today's Thoughts:  Not being at home makes it a bit difficult to be on a diet... but I did it!!

Day 14 Weight:              172.1 lbs.   

Day 15 Weight:              171.9 lbs.   

Weight Lost:                    -0.2  lbs. 

Weight Lost To Date:      4.5 lbs.

Weight Left to Loose:    11.2 lbs.

Wii Fit Age:  50

Today's Exercise:  one hour

My workout included: Walking, brisk walk.

Burned 410 calories - the equivalent of 12 onion rings (410 calories)  The calories burned were calories burned with activity outside of wii recorded in my Activity Log.

Water Intake:  4 - 16oz bottles of water 

Note: being on a road trip makes it difficult all the way around to be on a diet!... so my meals were nonexistent...but I did get a walk in!!

Breakfast:  Oatmeal with fruit... McDonald's 

Snack:  - - 

Lunch:  3oz of chicken with a tomato salad. 

Snack:   - -
Dinner:  3oz chicken

Today's Summary: Two days in a row now... I didn't loose much weight, but at least I lost and did not gain, even if it was only .2 of a pound... Now as a side note... I normally weigh myself in the morning at about the same time, but today being that I am on the road, I did not weigh myself until 8pm at night.  This was the first time I was able to do so.

I will remain strong and stay dieting!  Stay positive... tomorrow is another day and I will continue to work harder!!!  Only difference now will be ... is we're going to my father-in-law's tomorrow, and he cooks the most amazing Persian food!!  I will have to drink lots of water before we eat.  Wish me luck!

Tomorrow Goal's:  Tomorrow should be interesting, heck the next couple of weeks should be interesting... although what matters here is the next six days!  Forward! never straight!  

Cooking Tip of the Day:  This is more of a tip on surviving fast food when on a road trip.  When put in a position of having to order out, look for meals that are grilled as opposed to fried or breaded.  Another side note, we did have food to bring with us...BUT ONE HAS TO REMEMBER TO PUT IT IN THE CAR!!!  My BAD!!

Health Tip of the Day: Take pit stops on lengthy drives, stop at rest stops.  Not only stretch you legs, also take a walk around the stop.

I am not a doctor or a dietitian, and am not promoting for you to follow "my 21-day challenge."  I do however advise you to consult your physician before exercise or dieting.  This is for my own personal gain (or loss) and not affiliated with wii in any way.  wii is not paying me for this.

All contents herein are protected under Copyright laws and can not be used, altered or copied. All accounts herein are written by Cali-Gal/Carla B Karam. Please contact me for permission..Just ask.

Day 14 ~ Will Power vs. Fast Food... Will Power Will Prevail!

Today's Thoughts:  My mood and motivation was uplifted today as I discovered I had finally lost some weight... it was enough to put a little spring into my step and motivate the juices again!  Why is it that we allow to be controlled by numbers on a scale!

Day 13 Weight:           173.9 lbs.   

Day 14 Weight:           172.1 lbs.   

Weight Lost:                 -1.8  lbs. 

Weight Lost To Date:      4.3 lbs.

Weight Left to Loose:    11.4 lbs.

Wii Fit Age:  61 (ok... the stillness test... really?!)

Today's Exercise:  one hour

My workout included: Free Step - 30 mins (2,994 steps),  Free Step - 30 mins (2,996 steps)

Burned 1,316 calories - the equivalent of grilled chicken and blt (500 calories), 1 piece of pineapple cake and 1/2 cup of ice cream (500 calories), 1/2 cup of salsa and 2oz of chips (310 calories)  The calories burned include calories burned with activity outside of wii recorded in my Activity Log.

Water Intake:  4 - 16oz bottles of water 

Note: preparing for a road trip and dieting do not go together... my entire day was turned upside down... so my meals were nonexistent...but I got my workout in!!

Breakfast:  Triple Berry/Banana Smoothie

Snack:  - - 

Lunch:  today is all messed up!  Again?! Had a bunch of errands, and time got away from me. 

Snack:   - -
Dinner:  a pulled pork sandwich with a pickle.

Today's Summary:  Finally!!  I lost nearly two pounds!! I'm back in the right direction!!..  That in itself can either build a person up, or tear them down and make them cry like babies!! 

I will remain strong!  Stay positive... tomorrow is another day and I will continue to work harder!!!  Only difference now will be ... is doing it on the road and while visiting with friends and relatives!! Wish me luck!

Tomorrow Goal's:  Tomorrow should be interesting... This will be where nutrition and dieting skills will come in handy!  Forward! never straight!  

Cooking Tip of the Day:  This is more of a tip on surviving fast food when on a road trip.  Whether you are driving cross country in a Winnebago or in a small Chevy traveling just shy of eight hundred miles... you will inevitably have to stop where there's fast food.  Put on the brakes there sister... for breakfast I am so looking forward to a bowl of oatmeal at McDonald's. How can they possibly mess that up... well I'll let you know.

Health Tip of the Day: When on a road trip be sure to have at least a gallon of water in the vehicle... ideally there should be one gallon per person.    Make sure not to go too overboard on the water... more pit stops.

I am not a doctor or a dietitian, and am not promoting for you to follow "my 21-day challenge."  I do however advise you to consult your physician before exercise or dieting.  This is for my own personal gain (or loss) and not affiliated with wii in any way.  wii is not paying me for this.

All contents herein are protected under Copyright laws and can not be used, altered or copied. All accounts herein are written by Cali-Gal/Carla B Karam. Please contact me for permission..Just ask.

Day 13 ~ Think Positive!

Today's Thoughts:  UGH!! I feel like I have hit a brick wall!   I feel as if I am holding back.. When I'm not.  Not cheating... no sweets or chocolates... nothing!!!  I can't believe it!

Today I worked out for an hour in the morning - made sure I got it out of the way.  And then did more laundry and housework for an additional five hours.  It is almost 10:00pm and this is the first chance I have had to sit down- and I'm writing!

I don't know what to say... what has changed lately?  The only thing I can think of is that I have gotten busier and have not taken the time out to eat.  Today I missed lunch.  I am not cheating on my diet... and with the exception of yesterday, I have worked out every day.

Day 12 Weight:          173.5 lbs.   

Day 13 Weight:          173.9 lbs.   

Weight Lost:                +0.4 lbs. 

Weight Lost To Date:      2.5 lbs.

Weight Left to Loose:    13.2 lbs.

Wii Fit Age:  43

Today's Exercise:  one hour

My workout included: Free Step - 30 mins (2,978 steps),  Free Step - 30 mins (2,996 steps)

Burned 1,412 calories - the equivalent of 7oz Spaghetti 3.5oz meatballs(600 calories) and 9oz Salmon (380 calories)  The calories burned include calories burned with activity outside of wii recorded in my Activity Log.

Water Intake:  4 - 16oz bottles of water 

Breakfast:  Triple Berry/Banana Smoothie

Snack:  - - 

Lunch:  today is all messed up!  somehow... I  missed lunch?!  Had a bunch of errands, and time got away from me. 

Snack:   1 celery stalk with peanut butter
Dinner:  Chicken Caesar salad and ice tea. (and so it begins.. eating out... I can't believe I never took a bite of pizza!!- I am speechless!

Today's Summary:  I didn't gain a pound... but I still gained a little.  NOT HAPPY!!!  I know I am not reaching my goal in the amount of time I set out to ... one thing has changed... I'm not as young as I used to be!  

I am going to remain positive and not give up.  If anything, I have to be strong in the next couple of weeks... we will be visiting with out of town family and friends and you know what that means!?!  Food, food, food, desert, wine, food, food, appetizers, wine, food and more food...

I will remain strong!  Stay positive... tomorrow is another day and I will continue to work harder!!!  I am going to continue living, exercising and cooking healthy!

Tomorrow Goal's:  Tomorrow should be a great day... the last quiet day for a couple of weeks!  I will soak up time on my wii... and venge forward!,  

Cooking Tip of the Day:  For more flavor and less fat when cooking with chicken thighs... remove the skins and rinse the chicken.  Take a fork and stab each thigh several times on each side and place them in a gallon storage bag.  Prepare your favorite marinade inside the bag with the chicken, close the bag.  I like to let the chicken marinade at minimal from 9:00am for eight hours ... grill!

Health Tip of the Day: Staying positive is great for the mind, body and soul!  

I am not a doctor or a dietitian, and am not promoting for you to follow "my 21-day challenge."  I do however advise you to consult your physician before exercise or dieting.  This is for my own personal gain (or loss) and not affiliated with wii in any way.  wii is not paying me for this.

All contents herein are protected under Copyright laws and can not be used, altered or copied. All accounts herein are written by Cali-Gal/Carla B Karam. Please contact me for permission..Just ask.