Daily Update 8/24-8/30

NOTE!: Daily Updates are now being combined into one post for the week. I think this is much better, because if anyone comes here, they probably aren't looking for my day-to-day antics. And if they are, they can totally click the link below to expand the week!



SUNDAY 8/24/08
Nutrition
I think I was a little under on calories, but I didn't do a whole lot of stuff (beside my exercise). So I am sure it evened out.
I ate when I was hungry, and that's what I'm supposed to do, right?
Glad we got to the grocery store, too. I was at least able to pick up some fresh strawberries. Unfortunately, I'm not a big fan of Wal-Mart produce, so I'll have to head to Aldi or Hy-Vee tomorrow. Or soon. School starts tomorrow. Busy, busy!

Exercise
400 calories in 30 minutes on DDR. Rocked it.
Otherwise? Lazy bum. Boo.

Mood
Just okay, I suppose. I hate lazy days. I always feel so unaccomplished, but it was probably a good thing. Life will more than likely be chaotic from here on until December. Woot.
Very stressed about financial issues, as per usual. Hoping I can survive and not go under the proverbial water. Eeeep. It's so unfair, but I'll deal. Stay positive, Cassie.
I am feeling more confident about my new scale. Hoping that tells me more about my progress than the crappy old one.

MONDAY 8/25/08

Nutrition

Okay, I think. I should still have room for another snack tonight, even.I do think I should probably get on a multi-vitamin. I have doubts that I am getting all my proper nutrients fit into everything. I'll have to make a note to do some research on vitamins.There's one my mom gave me: One a Day Weight Loss. But I read about it, and it seems to be only good for giving an extra burst of energy. Many people complain of getting sick off of it. And knowing my queasy stomach? Might not be a good combo.

Exercise

About 200 calories this morning on DDR, 280 calories tonight on DDR, and 60 calories total of walking today. Not a bad day, I'd say. It was the first day of classes. Hopefully being extra busy helps.

Mood

Fantastic! If you read my little spiel about the scale, you'll know I'm down in weight.That may sound like a cop-out, but to my great surprise, my old scale decided to mess with my mind. After weighing in this morning on the new one and getting 172.4, I weighed in on the old one and got 173. Coincidence? I think not. I think I hadn't weighed myself on that one in so long that its little memory forgot. Hehehe.Also, I got my job as a writing tutor! Definitely an uplifter.First day of classes went all right. Although, I only had one class at 5:00, and we got out at like...5:30. So I guess if you can even count that as the first day...Oh well. High hopes for the rest of this week. Gonna push extra hard, because next week is the dreaded time of the month. EEEP.

TUESDAY 8/26/08

Nutrition

I'd say it was all right. I got lots of fruit in for sure. And a few veggies. Normally, I would have brought a crappy snack for my break during class. Tonight, I brought a serving of Reduced Fat Cheez-Its (130 calories) and a banana. Oh...and I didn't realize bananas were so high in caloric content. I know they're good for me, but sheesh!

Exercise

Did over 500 calories this afternoon on DDR! And I didn't feel too shabby afterward! It's showing me how my endurance is building. I'm amazed at the difference a month and a half can make. Even though I'm not at my healthy weight yet, I still feel SO much healthier.

Mood

I'm feeling so optimistic. People are really noticing my weight loss. And most importantly, I AM! I'm only a couple of days into classes, but I don't feel overwhelmed with finding time to make healthy choices.

I feel more confident, too. Today, I walked around in sweat pants and a cami with the shades up. A month ago, all of the shades would be drawn, and the lights would be out if I chose to wear something like that.

We also got fitTV added to our channel line up. And I'm definitely enjoying that. *thumbs up*

WEDNESDAY 8/27/08

Nutrition

I guess I've confused my body. Jordan and I found some FANTASTIC recipes through Sparkrecipes.com. Mexican chicken and mini cheesecakes. The chicken was 160 calories/serving, and the cheesecake was 105 calories/serving. I'm pretty confident they were okay. And they definitely fit into my calorie intake for the day. However, they were just so damn good that I feel bad. Ha.

Exercise

This morning, I did 400 calories on DDR. Tonight, I did 300. Total of 700 for the day.

Mood

Lethargic. While I love having days off, I feel so unproductive. And I'm so into exercising now, so I feel like I should be doing it at all times. Even though that's not healthy. I'm hoping tomorrow gets better. 8:30 A.M. class, though. Not so sure that is better.

THURSDAY 8/28/08

Did I seriously not update on Thursday, either? I'M A BAD BLOGGER.

I honestly don't remember...

FRIDAY 8/29/08

Nutrition

I didn't update, because I was depressed about this aspect. I didn't go over my calories, but I ate pizza, mini-cheesecake, ice cream, and a few chips. BAD CASSIE. But I guess it's something to be said that I didn't go over my calories, right?

Exercise

Did 400 calories on DDR. Class walking, as well.

Mood

Well, I had fun with friends. But I was SO mad at myself for how I ate when I was around other people. I now know one of my triggers: social situations.

Saturday 8/30/08

Nutrition

It's been an okay day. Lots of fruits and veggies! Woot.

Exercise

300 calories on DDR this morning, 300 tonight, and mall-walking for about an hour total! Not bad, right?

Mood

Feeling all right. PMSy, fo' sho'. Boo. Gotta get through this.