January 2010

2 LB Loss

by Stephen Vinson January 27, 2010

I was hoping for more, but this morning I weighed in at 510 lbs, which is a 2 lb loss from last week. At least the numbers are moving the correct direction. I have got to work out more, but I am pleased that my eating is going very well. I will start walking more [...]

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Avacados and Another Workout

by Stephen Vinson January 24, 2010

Last week I purchased some avocados because they were ten cents each. The problem was I didn’t know what to do with them. So, I asked my friends on facebook what I should do, and they gave me some fantastic suggestions. Here’s what I ended up making: I also did another quick workout this morning [...]

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workout

by Stephen Vinson January 21, 2010

Alright, I FINALLY worked out!! I just did 3 lifts. My goal right now is to do a little consistently, rather than do big workouts inconsistently. Tomorrow I hope to do a little walking. The 5k is next month. I am so ready for warm weather. This cold crap has to go. I lost four [...]

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Milestone Motivation

by Stephen Vinson January 18, 2010

So I have doing well on my nutrition the past couple of weeks. I discovered that I like raw carrots and celery. Also, I’ve discovered some fantastic salad recipies. I’ve done so well that I’m gonna stop logging my food everyday. Now, I’ve just got to get my a** to exercise. I have been wanting [...]

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Saturday

by Stephen Vinson January 17, 2010

Fell asleep before blogging again. I tried a new salad dressing. It was two tablespoons of balsamic vinegar, teaspoon of EVOO, and tablespoon of Dijon mustard. I tossed it with romaine lettuce and low fat feta cheese. It was GOOD!! More later this afternoon for Sunday’s post. Food Breakfast: Shredded Wheat, skim milk, and clementine [...]

Friday

by Stephen Vinson January 16, 2010

I fell asleep last night before blogging, so I’m posting it this morning. I’m tired this morning. Have a great Saturday!! Food Breakfast: Shredded Wheat, skim milk, and clementine Snack: kashi granola bar Lunch: 2 ham sandwiches and wheat thins Snack: kashi granola bar Pre-Supper Snack: carrots and hummus Supper: homemade chicken soup with rice [...]

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Busy Thursday

by Stephen Vinson January 15, 2010

Today was non stop at work. I was in the field all day and will be returning to the same business tomorrow. (I wish all calls were like this.) So, guess what I didn’t do today: exercise I’ve got to figure out what I can do to light a candle under my a**. I’ll brainstorm [...]

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“Now I’m Really Back” Wednesday

by Stephen Vinson January 14, 2010

I went to the doc’s office this morning for my Testosterone shot and natural thyroid prescription. When he asked how I did since my last visit (a week ago), I proudly told him that I lost 16 pounds. His reaction was: “F*ck, I’d be happy with one pound per week.” Then I explained that majority [...]

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Tuesday

by Stephen Vinson January 13, 2010

Alright, my cold is almost gone. Weigh-in is tomorrow and I also followup with the doc about my thyroid. He’s going to prescribe a natural compounded thyroid med because armour isn’t available and he doesn’t like synthetics. I will also get a testosterone shot. Food is going good. I want to incorporate some variety in [...]

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Monday

by Stephen Vinson January 12, 2010

Didn’t workout with Donnie because I was too busy at work. We’re gonna try it again today. Also, I’ve got a cold. So far it’s just a stuffy/runny nose and stopped-up ear. I hope it doesn’t get worse. I bought some Claritan D and it helped just a little. I visit the doc on Wed [...]