Schnika's Fitness Journey

Follow me on my fitness journey... In 2006, I decided to change my eating and exercise habits in order to become more healthy. This blog serves and a food and activity journal. It also details my weight loss success and failures.

Tuesday, February 28, 2006

Stats: 143.5 lbs, 37% body fat
Activity: Step Body Fusion
Breakfast: 100 calorie pack Wheat Thins mini crisps, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Chicken Alfredo Florentine, 6 pts
Snack: 100 calorie pack Chips Ahoy, 2 pts
Dinner: Olive Garden Shrimp Scampi Alfredo, Butter Pecan Ice cream
Snack: 100 calorie pack mini Fudge Stripes, 2 pts
Total Points: 20+ pts
*resumed Relacore today

Monday, February 27, 2006

Stats: 145.5 lbs, 37% body fat
Activity: Step Body Fusion
Breakfast: 100 calorie pack Cheese Nips mini crisps, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Three Cheese Chicken, 6 pts
Snack: 100 calorie pack Oreo's, 2 pts
Dinner: Lean Cuisine Salisbury Steak, 6 pts
Snack: 100 calorie pack mini Fudge Stripes, 2 pts
Total Points: 18 pts

Sunday, February 26, 2006

Brunch: 100 calorie pack Oreo thins, 2 pts
100 calorie pack Peanut Butter Cookie crisps, 2pts
Orange, 1 pt
100 calorie pack popcorn, 2 pts
Dinner: Olive Garden Shrimp Scampi Alfredo

Saturday, February 25, 2006

Brunch: 100 calorie pack Cheez-its, 2 pts
Dinner: Chili's Monterrey Chicken, 28.5 pts
Total: 30.5 pts

Friday, February 24, 2006

Stats: 143.5 lbs, 37% body fat
Activity: none
Breakfast: 100 calorie pack Wheat Thins mini crisps, 2 pts
Lunch: Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Dinner: House Salad, Bacon Cheeseburger and fries
Snack:
Total Points: ? pts

Thursday, February 23, 2006

Week 8
Today's weight: 145 lbs, 35% body fat
This weeks loss: 0 lbs, 3% body fat
Total loss: 12 lbs, 7% body fat

This week I did bad, but surprisingly I didn't gain any weight. I only worked out once. And I ate birthday cake a couple of times :( But I only turn 25 once, so I guess it's worth it...LOL
This week (the PMS week) has been pretty normal, with a lot of cravings. Next week I'll have to get back on track.

Stats: 145 lbs, 35% body fat
Activity: none
Breakfast: 100 calorie pack Wheat Thins mini crisps, 2 pts
Lunch: The Skinny Cow low-fat chocolate ice cream sandwich, 2 pts
100 calorie pack Chips Ahoy thin crisps, 2 pts
100 calorie pack Cheese Nips, 2 pts
Snack: 100 calorie pack Cheez-Its, 2 pts
100 calorie pack mini Fudge Stripes, 2 pts
100 calorie pack Wheat Thins mini crisps, 2 pts
Total Points: 12 pts

Wednesday, February 22, 2006

Stats: ?
Activity: none
Breakfast: Quaker Instant Grits Real Butter flavor, 2 pts
Snack: 100 calorie pack Oreo crisps, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Roasted Red Pepper Spaghetti, 4 pts
Snack: 100 calorie pack Chips Ahoy thin crisps, 2 pts
Dinner: Lean Cuisine Lasagna with meat sauce, 6 pts
Snack: 100 calorie pack Fudge Shoppe mini fudge stripes, 2 pts
popcorn, 2 pts
Total Points: 20 pts

Tuesday, February 21, 2006

Happy Birthday To Me!
Stats: 144.5 lbs, 36% bf
Activity: none
Breakfast: 100 calorie pack Wheat Thin mini crisps, 2 pts
Lunch: Applebee's Teriyaki Steak and Shrimp Skewers, 7 pts
chocolate ice cream sundae, 4 pts
Dinner: fried chicken leg and wing 4 pts, vegetable medley, 2 pts
100 calorie Cheez-Its, 2 pts
100 calorie Fudge Stripes, 2 pts
Total Points: 23 pts

Monday, February 20, 2006

Stats: 146.0 lbs, 37% bf
Activity: Step Body Fusion
Breakfast: Quacker Instant Grits Real Butter Flavor, 2 pts
baby carrots, 1 pt
Snack: 100 calorie pack Wheat Thin mini crisps, 2 pts
100 calorie pack Oreo crisps, 2 pts
Dinner: Michelina Lean Gourmet Shrimp Scampi, 6 pts
100 calorie pack Peanut Butter cookie crisps, 2 pts
Birthday cake, ~5 pts
Total Points: ~20 pts

Sunday, February 19, 2006

No records kept

Saturday, February 18, 2006

No records kept

Friday, February 17, 2006

Stats: 144.0 lbs, 38% bf
Activity: none
Breakfast: Dannon Fit 'n Light with Fiber, strawberry, 2 pts
Lunch: Mountain Bird (Bear Rock Cafe), 16.5 pts
Dinner: Chick-Fil-A Chicken wrap no dressing, 6 pts
baby carrots, 1 pt
Total Points: 25.5 pts

Thursday, February 16, 2006

Week 7
Today's weight: 145 lbs, 38% body fat
This weeks loss: 2 lbs, -2% body fat
Total loss: 12 lbs, 4% body fat

This week I lost 2 lbs. On track! I didn't workout like I had planned (2 weekdays off in a row!), but that was only temporary. Today I will resume my workouts. So far, I'm pleased with what's going on. I can see the change in my body in front of the mirror, and some of my newer jeans aren't as tight as they used to be. Maybe soon I'll be able to fit into all those pants I 'outgrew'...

Stats: 145.0 lbs, 38% bf
Activity: Step Body Fusion
Breakfast: Quaker Instant Grits Real Butter Flavor, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Roasted Turkey with Vegetables, 2 pts
100 calorie pack Wheat Thin crisps, 2 pts
Snack: 100 calorie pack Chips Ahoy crisps, 2 pts
Dinner: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Swedish Meatballs, 6 pts
100 calorie pack Wheat Thin crisps, 2 pts
Total Points: 16 pts

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Stats: 145.5 lbs, 37% bf
Activity: none
Breakfast: Quaker Instant Grits Real Butter Flavor, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Three Cheese Chicken, 6 pts
Snack:
Total Points: 8 pts

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

Stats: 146.0 lbs, 37% bf
Activity: none
Breakfast: Quaker Instant Grits Real Butter Flavor, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Grilled Chicken, 5 pts
100 calorie pack Wheat Thin crisps, 2 pts
Dinner: Chicken Marsala (4 pts) and Garlic Mashed Potatoes (3 pts)
Dessert:
Total Points: 16 pts

Monday, February 13, 2006

Stats: 147.0 lbs, 37% bf
Activity: Step Body Fusion workout
Breakfast: Quaker Instant Grits Real Butter Flavor, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Shrimp Scampi, 4 pts
Snack: 100 calorie pack Chips Ahoy thin crisps, 2 pts
Dinner: Chicken Marsala (4 pts) and Garlic Mashed Potatoes (3 pts)
Dessert: 1 pear, 1 pt
Total Points: 16 pts

Sunday, February 12, 2006

No records kept

Saturday, February 11, 2006

Stats: none
Activity: none
Breakfast: rice, 4 pts
Lunch: Grilled Chicken, 5 pts
Snack(s): 1 pear 1 pt, 100 calorie pack of Chips Ahoy, 2 pts
Dinner:
Total Points: 12 pts

Friday, February 10, 2006

Stats: 146.5 lbs, 37% bf
Activity: Fat Burning Pilates
Breakfast: Dannon Light 'n Fit with Fiber (Strawberry), 1 pt
Lunch: small (restaurant called it 1/2 sandwich, but it was really on a bun instead of a sub) shrimp po'boy with brocolli and cheddar soup with a few fries, 10 pts
Dinner: Chicken Marsala (4 pts) and Garlic Mashed Potatoes (3 pts)
Snack: 94% Fat Free Butter Popcorn, 2 pts
Total Points: 20 pts

Thursday, February 09, 2006

Week 6
Today's weight: 147 lbs, 38% body fat
This weeks loss: 1 lbs, -2% body fat
Total loss: 10 lbs, 4% body fat

I lost 1 pound this week. I guess that's too be expected since I lost 3.5 lbs last week. I am proud that I reached the 10 lb mark this week. My next milestone is to do another 10 lbs in 5 weeks (avg 2 lbs/week). So on my March 16 weigh in I will be (I'm speaking life here) 137 lbs or less.
Yesterday, I went grocery shopping and I managed to buy a lot of healthy things. I also bought some my 'indulgence' items that keep me going. I'm trying out some of Blue Bunny's ice cream bars. I'll let ya'll know how they are.

Stats: 147.0 lbs, 38% bf
Activity: none
Breakfast: Quaker Instant Grits Real Butter Flavor, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Creamy Parmesan Chicken, 6 pts
Dinner: Chicken Marsala (4 pts) and Garlic Mashed Potatoes (3 pts)
Dessert: Blue Bunny Lite Krunch ice cream bar, 2 pts
Total Points: 17 pts

Wednesday, February 08, 2006

Stats: 147.0 lbs, 36% bf
Activity: none
Breakfast: Quaker Instant Grits Real Butter Flavor, 2 pts
Lunch: tostada, rice and refried beans, 10 pts
Dinner: Michelina Lean Gourmet Glazed Chicken, 5 pts
Snack: baby carrots, 0 pts
Total Points: 17 pts

Tuesday, February 07, 2006

Stats: 148.0 lbs, 39% bf
Activity: Step Body Fusion
Breakfast: Quaker Instant Grits Real Butter Flavor, 2 pts
Lunch: Ham sub from Subway with lite mayo and American cheese, 8 pts
Snack: 100 calorie pack Wheat Thins mini crisps, 2 pts
Snack: 94% Fat Free Popcorn, 2 pts
Dinner: Weight Watchers Smart Ones Three Cheese Ziti Marinara, 6 pts
Total Points: 20 pts

Monday, February 06, 2006

Stats: 148.5 lbs, 39% bf
Activity: Fat Burning Pilates
Breakfast: Quaker Instant Grits Real Butter Flavor, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Shrimp Scampi, 4 pts
Snack: Medium sized apple, 2 pts
100 calorie pack Chips Ahoy cookie crisps, 2 pts
Dinner: Lean Cuisine Swedish Meatballs, 6 pts
brocolli, 0 pts
Dessert: Breyers Light Vanilla ice cream, 2 pts
Total Points: 18 pts

Sunday, February 05, 2006

Stats: none taken
Activity: none
Breakfast: 100 calorie pack Oreo crisps, 2 pts
Lunch: Real Butter grits, 2 pts
Dinner: Lean Cuisine Steak, Cheese, and Mushroom Panini, 6 pts
Snack: Green Beans, 4 pts
Dessert: Breyers No Sugar Added Butter Pecan, 2 pts
Breyers Light Vanilla, 2 pts
100 calorie pack Oreo crisps, 2 pts
Total Points: 20 pts

Saturday, February 04, 2006

Stats: none taken
Activity: none
Breakfast: 100 calorie pack Peanut Butter cookie crisps, 2 pts
Snack: popcorn, 2 pts
100 calorie pack Oreo crisps, 2 pts
Snackwell vanilla cookies, 2 pts
Lunch: Lean Cuisine Grilled Chicken and Penne Pasta, 6 pts
Dinner: Lean Cuisine Salisbury Steak and Macaroni and Cheese, 6 pts
Dessert: 1/2 cup of Breyers No Sugar Added Butter Pecan, 2 pts
Total Points: 20 pts

Friday, February 03, 2006

Stats: 148 lbs, 37% bf
Activity: Fat Burning Pilates
Breakfast: 100 calorie Oreo crisps, 2 pts
Lunch: 1/2 Sweet Mountain BBQ Chicken Melt, French Fries from Carolina Ale House, 10 pts
Dinner: 1/2 Sweet Mountain BBQ Chicken Melt, Side salad (lettuce, tomato, and cucumbers) with bacon bits and Sundried Tomato dressing, 7 pts
Total Points: 19 pts

Thursday, February 02, 2006

Week 5
Today's weight: 148 lbs, 36% body fat
This weeks loss: 3.5 lbs, 2% body fat
Total loss: 9 lbs, 6% body fat

OK, I'm back on track! I was pleasantly pleased when I got on the scale this morning and weighed in at 148. I almost didn't weigh, because I forgot to weigh before I put my clothes on. I was already running late, but decided to go ahead and undress so that I could weigh in for today.
I've been doing good on keeping up my workout schedule. This week was pretty hard, because I really didn't feel like doing anything. I confess I didn't workout any last night, but I had a good reason (went to visitation services for a classmate that died in a drunk driving accident--ya'll please be careful), and I know that I will have a good work out tonight.
Also, those low point, but still sweet (and pretty good) snacks (100 calorie packs by Nabisco) have really been working out for me. This week, I really indulged, but I suspect that next week my cravings will subside. But I was so happy that I could satisfy my cravings without a lot of calories or fat. I liked the Peanut Butter crisps for breakfast...the Chips Ahoy and Oreo ones are good too. At work, they sometimes have the 100 calorie Wheat Thins too, and I like those for breakfast or for a snack. That's another one of my goals, to actually eat something in the morning instead of waiting all the way to lunch. But anyway, I'm rambling now so I guess it's time for this posting to be over...

Stats: 148 lbs, 36% bf
Activity: Step Body Fusion
Breakfast: 100 calorie Wheat Thin crisps, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Three Cheese Chicken, 6 pts (Delicious!)
Dinner: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Layered Lasagna with Meat Sauce, 5 pts
100 calorie pack of Oreo Crisps, 2 pts
1/2 cup of No Sugar Added Breyers Vanilla Ice Cream, 2 pts
Total Points: 17 pts

Wednesday, February 01, 2006

Stats: 149 lbs, 39% bf
Activity: none
Breakfast: none
Snack: 100 calorie Wheat Thin crips, 2 pts
Lunch: Michelina's Lean Gourmet Chicken Alfredo Florentine, 6 pts
Snack: Breyers Extra Creamy Fudge Pop No Sugar Added, 2 pts
Smart Pop, 2 pts
Dinner: 100 calorie Oreo crisps, 2 pts
1/2 Breyers No Sugar Added Vanilla ice cream, 2 pts
Snackwell Vanilla Creme cookies, 2 pts
100 calorie Chips Ahoy crisps, 2 pts
Total Points: 20 pts