Getting healthier -- Day 177 (edited to add measurements)

OK so I stepped onto the scale this morning and I am FINALLY back to the 222.0 lbs that I had previously achieved on Dec 29, 2010.

weight: 222.0 lbs (again)

Though this is before any bowel movements so I can hope for a bit more of a drop later if I am freed from constipation.

This makes me feel a lot better, even though I've essentially "wasted" 17 days of weight loss.  But, it could have been worse.

Today kicks off the start of the X-Weighted National Challenge here in Canada so I think I will sign up for that to see what other supports are offered.

http://xweighted.ca/the-national-challenge

Talked to 1G1D1Y and she's going to sign-up too. 

Had Hubs help me take my measurements - no idea if they are accurate because we're not good with this sort of thing, but here's what we got...

My Measurements

Start Chest Measurement: 44.5 inches

Start Hip Measurement: 51.5 inches

Start Waist Measurement: 41.5 inches

 

My waist, I think, has gone up since the last time Dr. W checked???   

 

*shrug* 

Finally home!

1G1D1Y and I had our naturopath appointments in Toronto today.  And after that, we did a bit of shopping.

Now I am FINALLY home!

And I am all tuckered out.

Baby Girl's mood is much improved now that she's home too (since we brought her with us).

Hubs took Son & Step-Daughter out sledding today.  They also built a snowman and had a snowball fight.

I'm glad they had some fun time while I was out. :)

From my appointment, I need to:

• increase my protein intake to 75 - 90 grams per day or 20% of my daily calories
• increase my iron intake to 100 mg 2x/day either Thorne Ferrasorb (likely to be found at Fiddleheads) or Floradix liquid (probably to be found at Shopper's Drug Mart)
• increase my Herbulk to 2 scoops 2x/day (not to be taken when I take the iron)
• find some green tea that I like (or will tolerate) and have 1 - 2 cups per day

She is happy with my weight loss thus far, she wants me to increase my cardio again (because I've really been slacking off on cardio) and I go back on Jan 8th.

Oh and my waist is now 41.5 so that's a drop. :)

I just can't take my measurements properly

But my naturopath measured my waist today for her files.

43 inches.  Down from when I measured it.  I thought my waist was still 47 inches and I couldn't figure out why I was losing weight and not inches.

I'm just not good with self-measurement.

Speaking of measurements - tried some bras on at Pennington's today.  40 DDD and the cups were a little snug.  I didn't end up buying anything but it seems like whenever I am done with breast-feeding Baby Girl -- I should go get a proper bra fitting.

I need to pick up some Bach Rescue Remedy. 
4 drops as needed (up to 4 every 15 minutes for one hour)

And I need some Nutra Sea lemon-flavoured fish oil and take 1 tsp 2x per day with food.

As well, if I feel myself coming down with a cold, it was recommended that I could up my Vitamin D to 10000 IU 2x per day for 3 - 4 days.

*Please note - this stuff I am writing down so I don't forget it -- but do not medicate yourself in any manner without checking with a professional as everyone is different.

Realized I forgot to ask about protein/protein powder and how that works with nursing.

OK, I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO headachey - I am off to bed!

What did I do wrong?

On Aug 10th I was 270.2 lbs and I took the following measurements:

hips - 58
bust - 47.5
waist - 47

left upper arm - 15
neck - 15

right thigh - 33
right calf - 21.5

I bought my own soft tape measure the other day and tried taking my measurements and the results didn't make sense.

I am going to re-try now (with my lovely assistant, Hubs) and you can see where I am confused...

weight: 253.4 lbs

hips - 57
bust - 45
waist - 46

left upper arm - 15
neck - 15

right thigh - 34.5
right calf - 20.5

My weight difference is a decrease of 16.8 lbs in 48 days.

I've apparently GAINED an inch on my right thigh and only LOST a TOTAL of 4.5 inches

WTF?!?!?!?!

Did I do it wrong the first time? Did Hubs and I fuck it up this time?

Did I fuck it up both times?!?!!?!

I am totally confused.

Also, I've apparently lost a smidge of height as I was measured yesterday at 5 ft 5. I used to be 5 ft 5 and 1/4 - 1/2.

Well it's been a crazy few days

no internet access
three kids of varying moods
horny Hubs
muggy, hot weather with occasional showers
still working on healthier meals
and exercise

weight: 270.2 lbs

I bought a new scale.

It does weight, body fat percentage and hydration levels and has a 12 person memory.

My body fat percentage is 48.2 % and my hydration is low at 37.0

Also I borrowed a soft tape measure and did some of my measurements...

hips - 58
bust - 47.5
waist - 47

left upper arm - 15
neck - 15

right thigh - 33
right calf - 21.5

So, despite the fact that I want to drink myself silly so that numbers mean noting to me -- I am drinking water.

Also, Hubs tried to talk me into ordering pizza tonight and I refused so a late supper is still cooking on the stove.