Biggest Loser Finale

Nope, I'm not talking the TV show here peeps. I'm talking about the challenge we had at work. We started with 10 people and ended with about 5, but those of us that stuck with it all lost weight! I can in second place. The winner lost 22 lbs in 12 1/2 weeks and I lost - 14! It isn't nearly as great as I would have liked, but as busy as we've been the last two months, I'm very proud of myself. I've not dedicated nearly enough time to exercise and allowed myself more treats than I probably should have, but in the process I have lived.

I've learned that I can maintain. That I can treat myself to a smore (or 2!) while we're camping and that it doesn't have to mean my complete unraveling. I've re-learned that carbs are not the greatest thing for me. I've managed my carbs in the past and been successful in losing weight. Now that I know it can have a positive impact on my PCOS, it is going to have to become a lifestyle change and not a 'diet'. Those that may not recall, I am not completely eliminating carbs. At all. I am eating small amounts of carbs (fruits and veggies don't count! I'm eating tons of those.) with most meals and just keeping them under control. Usually around 60 grams a day. Doing so I hope will help regulate my blood sugar levels and keep the communication lines between the ol' ute and pancreas running smoothly.

The biggest difference I see is in my energy levels. I love being active now. I don't see walking around as a tiresome chore (okay, maybe sometimes I do...) and I look forward to getting out of the house. I think the fact that the weather is improving and summer might have finally made it to the northwest helps with this too. Whatever it is, I'll take it!

My final Biggest Loser weigh in = 186. WOOT! Know what that means?

I OFFICIALLY MADE IT TO 50 POUNDS!

::shakes slightly smaller booty::

I did it! It's been two years in the making, but I did it. Finally. Ideally I would like to lose another 30 pounds. That would put me at the ideal weight according to my BMI chart (anyone else find those things useless!?). However, I am a built on a slightly bigger/athletic frame, with wider hips and shoulders, so my plan is to shoot for 16 (170) and check in again. Smaller goals are better for me anyway.

Now, someone pass me the cake.

Lacey, Weigh In, Pills, Etc.

I have had quite a busy weekend!

Firstly, I had my first Biggest Loser weekly weigh in today! According to the 'official' scale I love 5.5lbs!!! (Okay, so according to my home scale, I lost 3, but shhh, I like the other one better!) GO ME!

Second, I GOT A NEW PUPPY!!! I have wanted a second dog since.... well since we got the first one. I've asked over and over and over and each time J has not been on board. Well, guess who finally gave in?? He must really love me. We brought home a 9 1/2 week old purebred yellow lab. Her name is Lacey and she is a-fricken-dorable! She is such a sweet and mellow lover. (remind me of this when she keeps me up again tonight, will you?) Harley is being a good big brother and adjusting to this invasion pretty well. He's done his fair share of moping, but he tolerates her.

The first few days of my Femara are going really well. So far no evil side effects. Fingers crossed that one week from now the doc will give me good news. Our appointment is on Monday.

To sum it all up, I'm getting skinny, I'm medicated, and I fell in love. I'm going to look hot at the dog park this summer. ;)

Without further ado - our new little girl:

Lacey

Don't you want to just want to pet her soft fur, kiss that sweet face, and play with her extra puppy skin? Don't get me started on how I love it when she tries to run... love!