tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76402203104539325592024-03-06T02:57:34.641-05:00Sexy or BustJoin me on my weight loss journey! This is going to be a very real attempt at losing weight without using a "fast" method. Why? Been there, done that, gained more.LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.comBlogger90125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-81392332053391401412013-07-16T11:14:00.000-04:002013-07-16T11:14:04.165-04:00Day 9: I have not disappeared I promiseSo I know its almost been a week since my last post but I haven't disappeared! I had a super busy weekend that included a girl's night, a date night, and a birthday party!<br />
I haven't been super strict with myself during these times, but I also haven't been super indulgent (except for the adult beverages!)<br />
I am back on track today! I will try to post a video tonight or tomorrow. I am super excited that by Aug 5th (if all goes well) we will be closing on our house! I am so ready to pack my pantry with healthy options, as well as my fridge. So, let me ask you this (if you are in fact reading), what are some of your go to healthy fridge and pantry items?<br />
Also, once we do have everything stocked I want to try a preplanned weekly dinner menu and prepping some meals for lunch.<br />
I would love to know your best healthy meal you make for dinner and one for lunch!<br />
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~with a little hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-36192081745866516972013-07-10T09:50:00.001-04:002013-07-10T10:47:31.360-04:00Day 3<div>
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LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-1616099344885587762013-07-09T21:29:00.001-04:002013-07-09T21:29:18.688-04:00Day 2.This morning I weighed myself. I realize I have to weigh myself constantly or I make bad choices. It's my little way of staying accountable. <div>I've tried to immerse myself in fitness posts and blogs online. I've seen a lot of great ideas and I am looking forward to implementing them. </div><div>Today my husband brought lunch home. I ate a salad! That's willpower, especially if you've ever had a Zaxby's large chicken finger plate, no slaw- all fries, extra zax sauce. But thanks to my WW app, I found out that its worth 48pts. Which is more than I'm allowed in a day and almost my full weekly cheat points!!! No thank you. </div><div>Oh! I got sidetracked and forgot to say I was down 1.7lbs this morning (yay!). </div><div><br></div><div>Also- I'm staying at my Mom's house part time and its been so hot that we didn't feel like cooking so I picked up a rotisserie chicken. Before I would look at it and think- that's it? I want to eat the whole thing. Today? I took more than I should but less than I used to take. Then? I threw a lot away. I'm making slow changes! </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNkZzxQjTLntQTFPOP2TYFQFt8-XZ1mt7ZaAbDe7kIjPhyphenhyphenn0_8FbKrzIhVts8eTsx-rBtscANfQLPLKYEq2MpwopRzwLIx03Fux1K2iaw3o4rVK84rYjhLPlOmQ9qA-P4pfGJY0FWkx-2H/s640/blogger-image--866296201.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNkZzxQjTLntQTFPOP2TYFQFt8-XZ1mt7ZaAbDe7kIjPhyphenhyphenn0_8FbKrzIhVts8eTsx-rBtscANfQLPLKYEq2MpwopRzwLIx03Fux1K2iaw3o4rVK84rYjhLPlOmQ9qA-P4pfGJY0FWkx-2H/s640/blogger-image--866296201.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>-with a little hope and a lot of prayer</div><div><br></div><div>Lizzy</div><div>*Sexy or Bust*</div>LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-28281571122050017072013-07-08T10:59:00.001-04:002013-07-08T11:47:09.790-04:00Starting over is hard!Day 1... Again...<div><br></div><div>I feel like I'm in AA or some other equivalent. And in a sense I guess I am. </div><div><br></div><div>Here is a new take on things. A video blog-please be nice. I post my actual weight in it which I have never publicly done before. (Also this was recorded before hair&makeup)</div><div><br></div><div><a href="http://youtu.be/KD6HbXX3AHA">http://youtu.be/KD6HbXX3AHA</a></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">-<i>with a little hope and <b><u>a lot of prayer</u></b></i></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Lizzy</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">*Sexy or Bust*</span></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-13600063190844099022012-07-17T21:01:00.001-04:002012-07-17T21:01:31.400-04:00Challenge One- almost done!So I have about 17 days left of my 1st Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. My plan is to really step it up these last days with exercise and hit the 20lbs down mark by day 90! I took a couple of pics today just to visually see my progress- and they are posted below! I can't wait to post my final stats!<br />
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-with a little hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*<div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9QQCgoS28byGuMa3s4UwX9UYDwayICB0JnVD93ea3jqSfaUVjh_JUX2Hj6R20Bg2pAqxwCnVh1-SCq_zY31Qep8gFyVEXhiWJ6QM64ECnIyK-IWZeRIXNQ2EMx8ZjNaDFWHYmCzdRCayC/s640/blogger-image--126981911.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9QQCgoS28byGuMa3s4UwX9UYDwayICB0JnVD93ea3jqSfaUVjh_JUX2Hj6R20Bg2pAqxwCnVh1-SCq_zY31Qep8gFyVEXhiWJ6QM64ECnIyK-IWZeRIXNQ2EMx8ZjNaDFWHYmCzdRCayC/s640/blogger-image--126981911.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlKeM1-5ouDAWDT4FR9DyHk4VPBZ8cvj2Pi1sfwiIB6MH3nT5DvlOSp2-S98jcde72tK1o8o_ZCAPy6vtKZPYIqw-wyUI4U9K5sUp968U01nBgtP_i7XvsESO_-QSz491LdM8zuXdtyZ90/s640/blogger-image-84250011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlKeM1-5ouDAWDT4FR9DyHk4VPBZ8cvj2Pi1sfwiIB6MH3nT5DvlOSp2-S98jcde72tK1o8o_ZCAPy6vtKZPYIqw-wyUI4U9K5sUp968U01nBgtP_i7XvsESO_-QSz491LdM8zuXdtyZ90/s640/blogger-image-84250011.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQIZHax-SJdlYIAVvPahKyXf1F8pVlAIGZ4qXEUyKf3qhMxm5oAs0iM1Jg75GaRBP1muPSE6niBuGay7LQAAcCd3nsHtZVMiC-6OfMlSlKjGZ_6xZsxql_kol3ll3e3XFgjaJeH848606H/s640/blogger-image--711684906.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQIZHax-SJdlYIAVvPahKyXf1F8pVlAIGZ4qXEUyKf3qhMxm5oAs0iM1Jg75GaRBP1muPSE6niBuGay7LQAAcCd3nsHtZVMiC-6OfMlSlKjGZ_6xZsxql_kol3ll3e3XFgjaJeH848606H/s640/blogger-image--711684906.jpg" /></a></div>LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-9082053389546687702012-07-14T10:54:00.001-04:002012-07-14T11:31:20.248-04:00Fast Food Wake-up CallWhen I was pregnant, I ate out a lot! I didn't just eat typical fast food- I would pick up to go orders at normal restaurants as well. I didn't over eat- in fact my husband mentioned that I ate less while pregnant. <br />
Boy were we wrong!!!! Two nights ago we started looking up nutritional information from many of our usual places. All I can say is WOW! <br />
I was seriously over eating as far as calories were concerned! A favorite of our's when we were visiting in SC would be Zaxby's. We would make a point to eat it 2-3 times each visit because we don't have one near us in MD. My normal meal would be the Chicken Finger Plate, no slaw, extra fries, extra Zax Sauce. Can you guess how many calories that 1 meal is?<br />
600?800?1000?!?<br />
Try 1600+!!! (I'm including a screen shot at the bottom of this blog post)<br />
My Husby and I almost had a heart attack when we read that! One small Zax Sauce alone has 180 calories in it!!! I would use 2! That one meal alone has more calories in it than I aim for in an entire day!<br />
There is one other place I wanna mention. Checkers. For many months during my pregnancy and right after as well, Checkers offered 20 wings for 9.99. We would typically buy 2 (that's right 40 wings). Usually because we both wanted a different flavor (garlic parmesan for me and BBQ for him). I guess I always assumed and rationalized that since we were only eating wings it wasn't that bad. I mean it's just chicken, right? Wrong! The BBQ wings (20 pc) have 1560 calories!!!! You think that's bad? Those garlic parmesan wings I loved inhaling? One thousand nine hundred and twenty calories! 1-9-2-0! Combine the 2 together and that is 3500 calories!!<br />
We looked up plenty of other restaurants but those were 2 I had to share. I encourage everyone to look up their favorite meals and read up on the nutritional information. I will think twice about fast food! I found 1 decent go to fast food meal. The Chickfila Chargrilled Chicken Garden Salad. Even with the Fat Free Honey Mustard Dressing, croutons, and sunflower seeds it is only 390 calories! (did you know the sinfully delicious Polynesian Sauce has 110 calories PER PACK!!!)<br />
Another helpful tool, I'd like to encourage you to use is the My Fitness Pal app! It's an easy was to keep up with your calories throughout the day and it has thousands of fast food and restaurant meals listed. I use it now to help me see that the choices I make when going out to eat can be healthy- if I know what to order!<br />
Until next post! <br />
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-with a little hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*<div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimDBN4zk9Km9xEf6T9IbAV2PJJ4EiYW8JlIdUdswY6KRMAm7GdTWIsda7xlpFqDn1iMDPjStlN7jQNfosxDvr6At83t5AyEitsPiSVsiorvQK_W-RTQt6p7sECkRV0kp6n-SFTzsKIsbTZ/s640/blogger-image-1131797639.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimDBN4zk9Km9xEf6T9IbAV2PJJ4EiYW8JlIdUdswY6KRMAm7GdTWIsda7xlpFqDn1iMDPjStlN7jQNfosxDvr6At83t5AyEitsPiSVsiorvQK_W-RTQt6p7sECkRV0kp6n-SFTzsKIsbTZ/s640/blogger-image-1131797639.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrb_j-J-xSkElN38_Q_SHS7o35InsX55sMw6LowK1u2oY4vLs5hDD-2NvL5qN3zBk_uXDbNFo9FVdiaV3L8ArKuJVYajcr4ppZYnzR0w_mpttg_8s7d4OLvetmLyr9ko9r_N0xvTlo8fgY/s640/blogger-image-144058311.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrb_j-J-xSkElN38_Q_SHS7o35InsX55sMw6LowK1u2oY4vLs5hDD-2NvL5qN3zBk_uXDbNFo9FVdiaV3L8ArKuJVYajcr4ppZYnzR0w_mpttg_8s7d4OLvetmLyr9ko9r_N0xvTlo8fgY/s640/blogger-image-144058311.jpg" /></a></div>LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-49975447591053644102012-07-10T10:58:00.001-04:002012-07-10T11:07:02.224-04:00OnederlandI long to be in Onederland (and I hate admitting to the whole world that I am not in Onederland). <br />
Truth is, I haven't been in Onederland in years- probably before Bella was conceived. (early 2007). I got real close in 2009 when I did Jenny Craig. My smallest was 207. <br />
I'm currently battling the bulge and slowly ticking away at the pounds. Before I went on vacation I had lost 14lbs. Sadly I only stuck to my diet less than 1/2 the time at the beach so I gained about 3lbs. But I am back at it and have already lost 1 of those lbs! <br />
I had a glamorous goal of losing 45lbs on my first 90 day challenge and now with only about 25 days left- I will settle for 20lbs! <br />
I plan on doing a second 90 day challenge and make that goal 25lbs! I hope to be in Onederland by Christmas! And then by my 30th birthday in May, I hope to get to 175. <br />
I start a new job Friday and for 8 weeks or so, I'll be full time and I have to really be diligent so I don't snack and lose track. I hope that the stability of a real schedule will help me focus rather than be sidetracked. It will be difficult to get in any heavy exercise during this time- since by the time I get home I will have to make dinner, bathe the girls, put them to bed and try to get ready for the next day! (Any tips on how to accomplish all this and fit in some fitness???) <br />
And finally, thank you to all my readers! I know I haven't posted as regularly as I used to but when I do, your feedback keeps me going!<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*<br />
<div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJYP8FNfAAro37Mp3Ajh6QwPoU2afoLpa8gt_NfAzVTxCQHQvVtRAhWuBYdSbGc6lo1nMeiKKjRBv7Z0qCkezFsbcW1vGxBPBo8A-ezaeORGg0S55wREHyLSbBP-9joaX7P74NH4DeG0Dx/s640/blogger-image-1389151908.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJYP8FNfAAro37Mp3Ajh6QwPoU2afoLpa8gt_NfAzVTxCQHQvVtRAhWuBYdSbGc6lo1nMeiKKjRBv7Z0qCkezFsbcW1vGxBPBo8A-ezaeORGg0S55wREHyLSbBP-9joaX7P74NH4DeG0Dx/s640/blogger-image-1389151908.jpg" /></a></div>LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-81547133465125866462012-06-18T12:05:00.001-04:002012-06-18T12:06:45.489-04:00Halfway thru the ChallengeI'm halfway thru my 90 day challenge! I haven't lost as much as I had hoped but I still have had success! Here is my progress so far:<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*<div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQU_qIOBbOvJNGx5cXnMKj1V4soUc_dGd8BzNzvbdJNSgqlyJUdKthQpBUB0ok8iwdVaf_xKh3jYdN-cuf-rHPv54rAd401FRv5qIZj6zrFcheue6Yzp0QN-WwxhfCj_NYB2hvjWLzA_XC/s640/blogger-image-20207267.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQU_qIOBbOvJNGx5cXnMKj1V4soUc_dGd8BzNzvbdJNSgqlyJUdKthQpBUB0ok8iwdVaf_xKh3jYdN-cuf-rHPv54rAd401FRv5qIZj6zrFcheue6Yzp0QN-WwxhfCj_NYB2hvjWLzA_XC/s640/blogger-image-20207267.jpg" /></a></div>LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-9530486739812288332012-06-08T11:21:00.001-04:002012-06-08T11:22:54.892-04:00Packing and a food journalI hate packing clothes for trips! Well, actually I don't. I like putting together outfits for myself and my girls. What I hate is how much room my clothes take up. An average or small sized person can pack up a weeks worth of clothes in the same suitcase that I use for a weekend trip. <br />
I look forward to the day that my clothes take up less space! <br />
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On a side note, I haven't really lost any additional weight in about 2 weeks. I started getting depressed but instead of quitting like I normally do, I reached out to some support! My sis in law and cousin in law both suggested I keep a food journal to make sure I am staying at a good number. <br />
I am going to do this because I am probably snacking too much or maybe my dinner portions aren't what they need to be. Either way I am not giving up!<br />
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Any obstacles in your way? How are you overcoming them?<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-46665726733780054062012-06-07T10:32:00.001-04:002012-06-07T10:33:46.986-04:00Can I be honest?I have maybe 2 or 3 hours throughout the day where Savannah sleeps soundly and I can get things done. I try to do a bit of housework during that time and spend quality time with my oldest, Bella. And then if I do get that 3rd hour it is really hard to make myself get out of bed or off the couch and do some exercise! I am exhausted taking care of a 3 month old. (but I wouldn't change it for anything!) it's a mind game I know, but my lazy side keeps winning! Help!<br />
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How are you fighting the lazies? <br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust<br />
LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-45081198197885476232012-06-04T13:45:00.001-04:002012-06-04T13:46:00.479-04:00One Month DownSo I have completed my first month of my 90 day Body by Vi Challenge. I am down 12lbs and 7inches. I did not lose as much as I had hoped but I am happy for any loss that stays off!<br />
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I have gained more energy than before and I feel good! I am able to fit into more and more prepregnancy clothes and I am excited for the days ahead when those no longer fit!<br />
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For Month 2 I am working on incorporating a consistent exercise routine into my days. I hope to lose another 10-15 this month by doing so. <br />
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Something I am very excited about is the fact that after 30 days I am still enjoying my shakes! I have yet to grow tired of a same old same old routine like I normally do with diets. I think it's because even though I am constantly having 2 shakes everyday- they are never the same! Mmmm! <br />
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How are you doing with your weight loss endeavors? (if you are on the journey to a healthier you that is)<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or BustLizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-91393599058700387452012-06-04T09:43:00.001-04:002012-06-04T09:44:38.115-04:00Poll: The ScaleThe Scale.<br />
Your best friend? Your worst enemy?<br />
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How often do you frequent the scale?<br />
Monthly?<br />
Weekly?<br />
Daily?<br />
More than once a week?<br />
More than once a day?<br />
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And if you don't mind, why?<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or BustLizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-9676966191842156012012-05-21T08:09:00.001-04:002012-05-21T08:26:48.967-04:00It Does a Body Good!So I have been on the 90 Day Challenge for 2 1/2 weeks now. Not only have I lost weight (11lbs at the 2 week weigh-in) but at least 4 inches are gone too! 3 from my waist and 1 from my hips! <br />
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Something else I've noticed besides the weight loss is how good I feel in general! I have more energy than I did 3 weeks ago, which is wonderful since I am now a stay at home mom with a rambunctious 4 year old and a 3 month old that requires a lot of attention!<br />
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The vitamins in the Body by Vi Shakes play a huge role in this! Plus I add 8-10 oz of skim milk per shake which is giving me all this calcium I used to never get. (before doing the shakes I would barely have a sip of milk in a week's time). <br />
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I still have a ways to go but I am enjoying the small perks as they come! My face is slimming down and eventually my body will be there! Another thing I've noticed is my hair! It is fuller and shinier than its been in a long time. Usually after having a baby, a woman's hair goes thru hell- falls out, thins out, texture changes all due to the change in hormones but I feel like all the vitamins and nutrients in my shakes are helping to counteract that! <br />
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I included 2 pics with this post: one of my face and hair after I had my baby and after I started the shakes... Plus a pic with the nutritional info. <br />
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Wanna know more? Visit my site: http://LizzySeay.myvi.net<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust<br />
<div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaJuwh2Si1FxU4d7_Mtv_Mwx87JcAYORyEG3vrVj1Raxkg3_5vzWzAYQyCczd2cX4T3kPI_fMk8TIFUKsZHPvqMVp9PrCw5MXtbLJJbhdcBnKGsNlri_3TKcdivoRsKMEsg68B1gHLTWxT/s640/blogger-image--696513732.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaJuwh2Si1FxU4d7_Mtv_Mwx87JcAYORyEG3vrVj1Raxkg3_5vzWzAYQyCczd2cX4T3kPI_fMk8TIFUKsZHPvqMVp9PrCw5MXtbLJJbhdcBnKGsNlri_3TKcdivoRsKMEsg68B1gHLTWxT/s640/blogger-image--696513732.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0HH2MzRwcMsr0RuqUSY3LynPJi2z6shX5F45pZn9YwoTFiRgPDgDA8y8zICeNiD4wzbnAAXZpTlfSvMy-kO_12hUvCDdD6WAjk0aEwc_VRJZTfoqF-QV0c6uFt8zwOQbAyotwQskFKJuW/s640/blogger-image--284370479.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0HH2MzRwcMsr0RuqUSY3LynPJi2z6shX5F45pZn9YwoTFiRgPDgDA8y8zICeNiD4wzbnAAXZpTlfSvMy-kO_12hUvCDdD6WAjk0aEwc_VRJZTfoqF-QV0c6uFt8zwOQbAyotwQskFKJuW/s640/blogger-image--284370479.jpg" /></a></div>LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-32466035904145898672012-05-09T18:28:00.001-04:002012-06-04T09:44:14.182-04:00Why Body by Vi?Throughout this 1st week on Body by Vi, I have been asked why I decided to do this, so here are 10 reasons...<br />
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1) I need to lose weight (duh) and my past efforts have been a mix of successes and failures- this has proven to be a great jump start for me.<br />
2) many of my inlaws are partaking in the 90 Day Challenge so I have plenty of accountability<br />
3) my husband is on board too- and we haven't been on the same page since we both did Jenny Craig (coincidently the one time we were both really successful)<br />
4) it's affordable- less than $2/shake so it works out to be cheaper than our normal grocery bill. And practically cuts our grocery bill in half, if not less!<br />
5) it's delicious! No really- its not chalky or gritty and you don't have to choke it down! And the flavor combinations are endless!<br />
6) it is packed with nutrients <br />
7) I actually feel full when I drink it and I do not long to eat or bite into food because I can still enjoy dinner!<br />
8) I look forward to every shake!<br />
9) the "3 for free" referral program- when you join, and your friends/family/coworkers see your success- they will want to know how they too can lose weight- and if you have 3 friends sign up under your name, your shakes for the following month are free!<br />
10) by being a distributor I can supplement my income and stay home with our girls<br />
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Wanna know more? Visit my site: http://LizzySeay.myvi.net<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or BustLizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-27857969090525828072012-04-15T15:50:00.001-04:002012-05-09T18:28:35.071-04:0010 week challengeApril 15- June 23<br />
Who is with me? 10 weeks of doing our best at eating right and losing weight! <br />
I just downloaded My Fitness Pal app and love it! I plan on using this as a vital tool in this challenge! I hope you join me :-)<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust<br />
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LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-89120655123827832442012-03-26T18:02:00.001-04:002012-03-26T18:05:42.869-04:00MisshapenSo I had my postpartum doctor appt today- and all is well! Doctor says I can begin physical activity now. <br />
I also found out that with the exception of 1lb I have lost all my baby weight!! I am pretty excited about this, because with Bella I didn't lose all of it and still carry it around! However, before I became pregnant I still had weight to lose. And because of my csection I feel like my body is shaped differently - and I still look about 5 months pregnant. <br />
I still want to attain my goal of 30lbs lost by our July beach trip- which would put me at the lowest I've been since 2009. <br />
My long term goal is to be my ideal weight and size by my 30th birthday in May 2013.<br />
I know it will be hard work, especially being a mother of 2 but many other moms have done it! So why can't I? <br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-15003625970645253872012-03-20T10:27:00.001-04:002012-03-20T10:28:10.648-04:0015 weeks till the beachSo posting often is going to be a challenge with this new baby! But I'm going to try! <br />
I created a mini goal- I have 15 weeks until I go to the beach with my family. I would love to lose 30lbs by then...<br />
That's 2lbs a week, which seems doable! However I haven't been cleared to workout yet so right now I have to concentrate on my eating...<br />
This in itself has been tricky- I find myself snacking more than eating meals :-(<br />
I just need to focus! Until next time! <br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-53536092828309512882012-03-07T16:21:00.001-05:002012-03-20T10:27:52.473-04:00S.M.A.R.T. GoalSo I'm watching Dr. Oz and he has personal trainer Chris Powell on talking about weight loss. He said we should all make a SMART goal- <br />
Specific<br />
Measurable<br />
Attainable<br />
Realistic<br />
Time sensitive<br />
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I like this idea and I am going to come up with my own SMART goal (to be posted soon). He also mentions to try an alternating high carb low carb plan (every other day) with a "cheat day" on the 7th day--- sounds interesting. He claims this will help boost your metabolism and then burn fat. <br />
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I definitely will take all this into consideration while I decide my best course of action! Until next post!<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*<br />
LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-28700763066591985722012-03-05T11:24:00.001-05:002012-03-05T11:26:15.685-05:00I&apos;m baaaaack!It's been, oh about 9 months since my last entry... And a lot has changed! I had a baby! Shortly after my last blog back in June 2011, I found out I was pregnant :-)<br />
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My focus shifted from weight loss to having a healthy pregnancy. Well I am now 12 days post partum and ready to get back at it! <br />
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In the next few days I plan on having a plan set up and in motion. Any and all suggestions and success stories (or failures) welcome!!! <br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*<br />
<div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4zTR9RtmMqhBZ-oOkTHS1hdebfiL8_YpvyfMdGIQsQJEyBbn3IOZImdjrPyB4lToZQI1UmyELXnzw3_clDCDvUxAF32gVMM2eHqso0uinJO-yWnDiFwtSXv27qEljpaVWrAP-mBB7J7gY/s640/blogger-image--538016976.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4zTR9RtmMqhBZ-oOkTHS1hdebfiL8_YpvyfMdGIQsQJEyBbn3IOZImdjrPyB4lToZQI1UmyELXnzw3_clDCDvUxAF32gVMM2eHqso0uinJO-yWnDiFwtSXv27qEljpaVWrAP-mBB7J7gY/s640/blogger-image--538016976.jpg" /></a></div>LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-88043820777038123362011-06-05T22:34:00.000-04:002012-03-05T14:23:53.378-05:00Day 140: Missing in actionSo the month of May proved to be a complete and total slack off on my part. I knew I was headed for failure even before my last post. Its been almost 3 weeks since I posted. After a while, I just decided to to consider myself of hiatus until after my birthday. Now, I am 28 and I know I need to get things in check. Somewhere along the lines of things though, my drive left. I still have the internal desire and want but the outward drive is missing in action. I am turning out to be all talk and no walk. Literally. I worked out like 3 times in May. And for the next 2 weeks I won't be able to make an appearance at Curves. I am doing the "single" mom thing for the next couple of weeks while the husby is out of town. So not only that, but throw in the fact that we live hours away from practically everyone we know---means not a spare moment to myself. No workouts, nothing. Unless I incorporate my daughter, and our new pupster. I am thinking long walks should do the trick! But I am slowly hoping signing up for Curves doesn't lead to a waste of money.<br />
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I am looking for ways to light the fire again. The one I had in January, in that hotel room, away from everyone I knew. So, I went to the grocery store today and got only healthy items. And I refuse to buy lunches at work. That has been a big diet fail as well as putting a big dent in my wallet.<br />
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I am setting up a few mini goals. This might reignite the flame. I plan on blogging every other night. Which is a lot more than I have been, right?! I am going to continue to focus on eating right, and try to take daily walks with Bella and Shelby. I recently discovered I like Oatmeal. (Thanks to the McD's Fruit and Maple Oatmeal) and I like unsweet tea. No sweetener or anything. I am gonna eat Oatmeal in the morning with either my coffee or a smoothie (depending on my time frame). I will pack a lunch, and make a small sensible dinner. I have some fruit and 100 cal packs to do for snacks. I will drink mainly unsweet tea and water. These are my mini goals to kick start my motivation. My next mid-range goal is to stay strong thru October. My husby's 10 year high school reunion is in October and I want to feel confident when we go. (And if my c/o 2001 would ever get the ball rolling, maybe we'd have our own 10 year to go too....but I digress.) So those are my mini and mid sized goals.<br />
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I know what I have to do, now its just doing it. I have been keeping up with BL season 11's participants via Twitter and Facebook (Mainly Oliva, Hannah, Irene, and Courtney!) And still, even though the show is over, these ladies move me. Courtney said something on the finale that hit home. In order to lose weight, I have to make the decision and never look back. Which is hard. But once she did it, she lost over 100lbs before stepping foot on the ranch! That's determination.<br />
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I need that determination. I still desire to lose another 50-70lbs if I am being 100% honest. I need to remember that and keep moving forward. No looking back. No stalling in the now. But pushing and moving in one direction.<br />
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I plan on watching a few of the new weight loss shows to see how they go. Like the Extreme Makeover Weight Loss Edition, and any other inspiring fitness journey shows.<br />
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Here we go again fellow bloggers!<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-21761030260132211062011-05-17T23:39:00.000-04:002011-05-17T23:39:40.641-04:00Day 121: Ziggazigggahhhh<h6 class="uiStreamMessage" data-ft="{"type":"msg"}"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="messageBody">"People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing - that's why we recommend it daily.” - Zig Ziglar :)</span></span></h6><br />
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So, a friend put this quote on FB and it was perfect for me. I just finished watching my tear jerker of the week (Biggest Loser) and of course I am blubbering! To think of the transformation these contestants made in 20 weeks. And I mean more than just on the outside...but inside as well. And it all started with them deciding to change. They needed constant motivation. Daily. We all do. I especially do. Olivia on BL said something that is so true to me. I always ALWAYS start strong and with the best of intentions and never ever finish. I need daily motivation or else I won't last!<br />
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So in case you are all like me: I just wanna say-- <i><b><u>WE CAN DO THIS! AND WE WILL!</u></b></i><br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-86925841409802355542011-05-16T22:49:00.000-04:002011-05-16T22:49:10.381-04:00Day 120: random thoughtsGetting back on the wagon seems to be harder than getting on it to begin with :-/<br />
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Also-I know I have talked a few times about wanting to lose a certain amount of weight or be a specific dress size. But honestly, I will start to be more comfortable when I don't feel the need to suck in my stomach in public. That would be nice. I am okay (only okay---not satisfied) with my frontal shape (does that make sense?)...Like so:<br />
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But I absolutely abhor my profile body shot. Ladies, having a pooch/stomach is not as bad as it is pre-baby as it is post-baby. Especially post-c-section-baby. I feel like it is so misshapen. Ugh. I really really need to find that wagon and jump back on.<br />
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I also wanted to remind you all of a blog I posted in March I believe...It was called "what a difference"...I posted a pic of me (<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnGCUDMx1m9Ap-rypzyEbKcAMauPHgX2WUZHKJl-v-dhGQPTNEVZZnInauodelOagV15YSOvgEROKLgs9LxuHr8Q-z9jtdZhK1tOyqGtVqQBAIcqHoLgjKYyxqRLUQq2inDtrmxqKF1NLY/s1600/makeuppics.JPG">Here it is</a>) and talked about what a difference make up can make in your self esteem. It can make you feel brighter and happier (at least it does to me!) Well I just wanted to add on to that, I recently started selling Mary Kay and all the make up featured in that pic is Mary Kay! (<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnGCUDMx1m9Ap-rypzyEbKcAMauPHgX2WUZHKJl-v-dhGQPTNEVZZnInauodelOagV15YSOvgEROKLgs9LxuHr8Q-z9jtdZhK1tOyqGtVqQBAIcqHoLgjKYyxqRLUQq2inDtrmxqKF1NLY/s1600/makeuppics.JPG">Here it is again, you know you wanna click on it!</a>) If you are interested in purchasing Mary Kay, visit my website: <a href="http://www.marykay.com/Lizzy.Seay/Profile.aspx">Lizzy's Mary Kay website</a><br />
Or contact me via post! I would love to be able to supplement my income and be my own boss! Feel free to share it with people you know! Thanks!<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust* LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-25917618774635912622011-05-10T23:31:00.000-04:002011-05-10T23:31:26.604-04:00Day 114: Living in the ShadowsHannah from the BL once said, "I'm living in the shadows of my life." Its sad to say, but I am sure anyone who has felt uncomfortable in their own skin has felt like this. Your life is passing you by and you feel like you are just in the audience watching it all happen. If we want to be cast the leading role in our life, there is only one way to do it! And that means you have to tryout! Give it all you got! Make TIME! We are all given the same amount of time each day: 24 hours. It is up to us to use them wisely. I for one have been slack on my 24 hours. I find laying down watching TV after work is so relaxing but at the same time, when I head to bed I think, "what a waste!" I realize all the things I can do after the fact.<br />
Training my mindset has proven to be the hardest part of this whole journey. I find it easy to let myself slip right into a funk. And then getting out of the funk is even more difficult. When I watch the Biggest Loser, I instantly feel motivated! In 19 weeks the contestants have lost upwards of 100lbs. Now I know they have had trainers at their disposable and healthy food options readily available, but I definitely get inspired! I need to keep my focus and keep my blog going. I need to stand up more to temptation instead of giving in to it. I need to find a way to make my 24 hrs that I am given each day count.<br />
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You can have all the money in the world, but you can never buy another hour...What are you gonna do with your 24 hours?<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-41084594891889383172011-05-05T19:14:00.000-04:002011-05-05T19:14:02.878-04:00Day 109: Curves<h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;">“Cultivate your curves--they may be dangerous but they won't be avoided.”</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;">--Mae West</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;"> </h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;"> </h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;">Cultivate my curves, eh? I plan to do just that. I want to thin out and tone my body in all the right places. I want to leave the parts that are meant to be plump, uh...plump. Ha! I am fortunate to have curves, not every woman does. I just happen to have a little extra...tee hee hee. Now? I just need to focus and work hard.</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;"><br />
</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;">I have to admit it has been tough lately. I found out on Monday that the contract my employer has with VzW is ending in a few months. That means I need to start the job search asap. I do not want to be without a job come August. I learned I am definitely a stress eater. I have been snacking a lot this week since I heard. I am trying my best to control it. Its more of an absent minded thing, and I only realize it afterward. </h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;"><br />
</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;">But, I have faith that God will place me in the right job, whether it be actually for VzW or some other company. I do have to place a hold on my baby making plans. I know, I know, all in God's perfect timing. However I do not want to be foolish about it. I do not want to be pregnant, and then here comes August and I am jobless. For who wants to hire a preggo? </h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;"><br />
</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;">Oh well! More time to focus on my weight loss right? Exactly! And remember: 'Curve-- the loveliest distance between two points" (Mae West)</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;"><br />
</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;">-with much hope and a lot of prayer</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;"><br />
</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;">Lizzy</h1><h1 style="font-size: 12px; margin: 0pt;">*Sexy or Bust*</h1>LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7640220310453932559.post-8765550220462014412011-05-01T22:33:00.000-04:002011-05-01T22:33:51.545-04:00105: HabitsWhat is harder to do? Break old habits or form new ones? I thought I had formed a new habit with this blog, but after a few days away it became more difficult to remember. Each passing day that I didn't blog, I didn't even thing about blogging. I really want this to be a habit and one I stick too. <br />
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I also finally did groceries! Target has Smart Ones on sale $1.79 a piece...and if you buy 10 you get a $5 gift card! Weeeeeee! Got to love that deal. I haven't taken a Smart One to work in quiet a while--and it was because I had yet to buy some. No more excuses! In the morning I am going to Curves after dropping Bella off at daycare. I work at 11, so I have plenty of time to squeeze in a workout.<br />
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After all the advice I received last night, I believe I know what I want to do! Have a baby!!!! :)<br />
Also, I plan on going full speed with my WW and Curves. Because honestly, we do not know how long it will take to conceive. I am going to get my body back into the swing of losing weight and eating right, that way while we try to get preggo I can tone and shape my body. If my body is used to the workouts and eating healthy then I have no excuse not to continue! Like one of my friends said "why not have the best of both worlds!"<br />
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Thanks for listening! I'm baaaaaack!<br />
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-with much hope and a lot of prayer<br />
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Lizzy<br />
*Sexy or Bust*LizzyBear4000http://www.blogger.com/profile/15141337299639431446noreply@blogger.com0