Operation get your life

Yes. Today was my first day back at the GYM! Seriously on 30 min and I am sore as they come.Any who?  My friend is an aspiring trainer and today was awesome. So it was kinda crazy. The session started with a therapy session. Which was the moment I needed to have. How did I get to this weight? How do I feel now? What am I going to do about it? Truly though I find that I have made some true improvements with self esteem. After we had my 15 min session. I got a chance to eat a yogurt and banana. I was starving tremendously and I had to stop and get some food. Why? Because between preaching and sleeping an whatever else going on in this life of mine I did not eat a thing. SO at 7-Eleven I got a tomato and turkey on cracked wheat. Actually it was delish. ON our way to the Gym. Now girls, Like I mentioned in my last post I was not looking forward to going to the Gym since it has been like 4-5 months. Seriously though, I only worked on interval levels for 30 min and I am truly sore. Lynaya was a great motivator and we fed off our determined energy to succeed today. After making a quick Old Navy run to look for Cute Work Out gear(My next post is going to be about looking cute and working out). We found ourselves back at Lynayas making green smoothies. (see below pic). It is not that bad. An acquired taste I must say. But today was great!!! So ladies I feel good. And what I like about myself is that I looked cute working out not settling for my bleached throwaways.

Lets Get it,

Chantal

Why when under trial you turn to Fries?

I mean seriously that question haunts me as I go through different tragedies. Someone stole my computer, my family and I feel so violated. The bible speak about these things happening but it doesn't hit you until you go through things. SO why do the burgers, milkshakes, fries, chocolate, melted cheese feel so good during this time? I cant keep turning to these things for comfort any longer. This weekend I am going on a GYM DATE with a close friend. I wanted to go out to eat my problems away, but instead she said something profound " How about we go to the GYM?" When she uttered those words I was like you were about to do it again!!! SO instead of me going to Red Lobster to eat my fave Ultimate Feast(hold the fried shrimp and double up on the delish shrimp scampi) I will be hitting the gym for the first time in about 6 months. I get depressed walking in there as they judge me but again that saying I CHOOSE ME! Has help me not worry about what other people say about me  but me being productive IS THE FACTOR. SO I want to say thanks to Fitblackchic (http://fitblackchic.blogspot.com/). She is on a mission and she helped me when under trial. SO what do I like about myself today: I am a go getter when it comes to things that are  important to me. Now all I have to do is make eating healthier and working out important!!!

 

Lets get it!!!

 

Chan

Another Round another Pound & To Tame the Mane!!!

Yay!one more pound down. I really don't know how. I have not yet exercised, but just eating less. I am going to keep it up. The internet is loaded with ex tips. So ladies here is a site for ex. tips. I also am going to buy some new hair products; Ready to try new things. Today I love that I word stuff uniquely. Down below is the link to a cool website that has ex tips and potential hair products to buy. 

WOOO WOOO,

Chantal

Conditioner 

CUTE SITE

Going to the grocery store with a new attitude.

So I plan to go to the grocery store. I will use WW to help me. I am excited but scared. I cant fail again I refuse too. I really want to live life. I am truly hopeful. I like about myself today that I have small eyes when I smile but eyes that look at Life so big and bright.

See Ya,

Chantal 

Last Mcdouble

Just had a Mcdouble due to low fundage. Cant wait to get paid and start planning? I am about to register for the breast cancer walk for May. Even though tasty,its depressing. I think I am going to do a combo of dance classes, zumba and the gym. So goodbye mcdouble with mac sauce. Can't have you everyday but once every 6 months. Why is healthy food so expensive. Got to have a 401k for a salad now a days. Oh well no more excuses. Planning here I come!!!

What I like about myself today is that I am alive LOL! Thanks to Jehovah.

Love,

Chantal

Recipes!!

Hello lovebugs,

I LOVE to snack. Dare I say, it's my favorite pasttime (after karaoke, of course). Its like I always have to be chewing. Shameful, really... Anyway, some time ago, I was inspired by my favorite doctor EVER, Mehmet Oz (I love that guy. He's hot, super smart and knows his stuff about health). As part of a fitness challenge, he gave some tips for success. One of those tips was to strip your cupboards of all unhealthy food and snack items. That will reduce temptation greatly. That stuck with me since I heard it. Now, because I live with people who have no intention of putting away the bad foods, and would likely kill me and sell my parts if I tried, I came up with a better solution. I stock my kitchen doubly with healthy snacks. That being said (I talk too much), I have a recipe for you guys to try out.

Yummy granola

Ingredients:
3 cups thick whole grain oats (uncooked, I use Silver Palate brand)
1 cup nuts of your choice ( I like almonds, sunflower seeds, cashews & pecans)
1 cup dried fruit of your choice (I like cranberries. You can also use apricots, papaya, raisins, etc.)
1 tbsp vanilla
1 tbsp cinnamon (depending on how much you like cinnamon, you could cut that measurement in half)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup packed brown sugar (as a healthier option, you can cut this measurement in half. And I would recommend this if you want to eat the granola as cereal. 1/3 cup of sugar washed into your milk? No bueno)
1 cup pure maple syrup (instead of syrup, I use a mix of honey and agave nectar. You can also cut that down to 3/4 cup)

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2. Mix ingredients together in a large bowl.
3. Transfer onto a large baking sheet sprayed with non-stick butter flavored spray.
4. Bake for 35-45 min, stirring once halfway through cooking (I wouldn't leave it in for more than 40. 35 should do it).
5. Let sit and cool completely on tray.
6. Store in airtight jars or containers.



Warning: Makes lots of granola





Eat it as a snack, pour it on top of some yogurt. Eat it as cereal. Whenever youre having a craving, go for the  healthier option.

Here's to a life full of healthier options!

Love ya,

Lyndsey

You got to laugh a little!!!

I know I always start my post with the word So. I jut like that word!! Lol. So down one pound with 7 more pounds to go to get back to my starting weight at weight watchers. I think that is amazing!!! All I did was sweep a little and laughed all day. You know what I like about my self today I laugh from my SOUL. YOU know when I laugh. THATS ALL!!!

HAHA,

Chantal      

I am truly about my Full time Life.

Today truly was a great spiritual day. I mean, I had the Privilege to work on the renovation of place that I have visited my whole life and that means so much to me. Truly amazing. Seeing brothers together from all over the country. But this day was a true wake up call. I mean it was true work. As I was sweeping the dust and debris around the floor; I couldn't belive how tired I was. Or how quick I was out of breath after walking up 3 flights of stairs. So this has to stop. Not only will I be working on my spiritual goals but I got to get my Physical right too. Seriously ladies how can I work for Jehovah Out of breath. Brit you are right You got to plan.

"If you have a Goal and don't plan it is a wish."Coach Dungy

Yup,

Chantal 

So I will finally start with WW.

  Shamefully so, I have had Weight watchers online since August 5,2012. But I am now ready to start tracking. Guys since we are doing this together I will share some tips that are on line and from WW. The first cool tip I found was about eating at the work place.

Put a bowl of fruit on your desk. And keep it well stocked. The more color variety in the fruits, the better. Healthy snacks right in front of your eyes, it'll also remind you of the healthy lifestyle you're living.

Stash a week's worth of emergency snacks.  fruit (or vegetables) paired with a low-fat protein and/or carb makes a powerhouse snack to keep you going at work. Think fruits plus foods like jerky, low-fat bean dip or string cheese. Restock your food stash every Monday and you’ll be far less tempted to hit the vending machine.

Cook once, brown-bag it several times. Every weekend, plan your lunches for the week and then shop and batch-cook accordingly. Pre-make the lunches so your mornings are as easy as possible. Sandwiches, salads and even leftover dinner make good portable lunches. If you've got your pre-planned, healthy and satisfying lunch with you, you’ll be less tempted to hit the burger place with your coworkers. 

Also on Pinterest guys I am going to link the board for healthy living because I cant do to many social networking things you know me and multitasking is not one of my strong suits. I also say that we should implement a positive saying of ourselves each day.Like I like my toes. or I have a twinkle in my eye. Whatever it is we must see ourselves as our heavenly father sees us. 

So today I Like that I have one dimple when I smile. Lets try it guys we are beautiful. Lets get it!!!!

Feeling Good,

Chantal ;)

Pinterest board get-fit-for-life

Have not learned my lesson yet

Just ate 3 slices of pizza and a piece of chicken at 10:00pm. Guys what to do with this? Not giving up though tomorrow starts a new day. So guys do you think we can come up with some ways  for our meeting nights to have light meals or eat before? Post what you think. Sad moment of no self discipline or control. I think is where my emotional and  mental journey must start. Thats all for tonight. Great meeting though!!!

Regretfully,

Chantal

So I have some true Anxiety!

Today was the first day that I am trying something new. I did have BK because I was in service without the time or the MULLAH to buy an expensive salad! But any way, I did buy 1 stacker and 2 chicken wraps. I am doing better then the normal two stacker's side of fries and soda I would normally get. Besides that, I  have a friend who is a body work therapist (Whats up Kaitlin spelling might be wrong )and she did some muscle testing on me. So basically my results were quite interesting, shocking but truthful. The first step into to weight lost is handling the emotional; so I hope these suggestions will help. My results stated that I need the use of flower essence to balance the emotional imbalance that we all have. Even though I know what Phil. 4:6&7 state:

Do not be anxious over anything,+ but in everything by prayer and supplication+ along with thanksgiving let YOUR petitions be made known to God;+ ⁷ and the peace+ of God that excels all thought will guard YOURhearts+ and YOUR mental powers by means of Christ Jesus.

 I am still always anxious about something. The flower I needed was: Agrimony which is for mental torture behind a cheerful face. Also, Red Chestnut, for being anxious over the welfare of love ones. So too my surprised the testing was right on the nail. So I  have to take 4 drops, 5x day for 5 days too see how I feel.(see picture)

 I am going to try this and see if I could be calmer and truly focus on my self. I thought I should tell yall this before my  meeting. So Yeah new day as AK would say (that's what I would personally call her if I knew her Alicia Keys)

Love ya!

Chan ;)

Plan It Out.

We've all heard it before, "If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." These words couldn't be more true. In pure Brittany (myself) fashion, I have an amazingly bright idea, I work myself into a frenzy of excitement about it, and in doing so I give the bare minimum of thought to the newest idea of my list of to-dos.  This is exactly the case for my "weight loss journey". Now, I know that I'm serious about dropping a few pounds, however I missed a vital step on my road to success. Perpetration. Mentally, physically, and emotionally I prepared, but what's missing? A diet plan! What did I think I was going to eat? With this being my first road block, its time to make a trip to my nearest grocery store. Detox will start on January/6/13. Seriously this time.

                                                                           Until My Next Entry -Briit 

Chapter One.

Today is the day where I start new. New dreams, hopes, chances, year, new me. No this isn't just another typical new years resolution that's made on or before the start of the upcoming year. This is a pledge that I'm making. To be the truest and most pure form of myself. Waiving all inhibitions and throwing all insecurities to the wind. Here I intend to blog my way through growth. Whether it will be in my spirituality, knowledge, wisdom, self awareness, and a host of other things, here is where I will share it with all those who are willing to read it.

MS. FIT BLACK CHIC 

This post was inspired by an amazing friend of mine. She's one of the most confident, outspoken, intelligent, and spiritual women I have ever had the pleasure of meeting.  Among the multitude of topics we discuss, weight loss is our most recent. With this new year it is definitely about that time to start taking better care of my health. Soo...I'll be starting my own weight loss journey and yes it will be documented. My first order of business is what she calls "The Fly Five Challenge". Click HERE for her amazing blog 'Fit Black Chic' and HERE  for here challenge. JOIN NOW! A healthy life is a better life. Kicking off this challenge is a detox, getting read of all the yucky impurities that my body may be containing. I'm not to sure how long I will be sticking with the detox as of yet. Three days will be my minimum and 5-7 days might be my max. Following the detox the one month challenge will commence. How exciting! I'm more than hyped to share aspects of my life with you all. With all of this being said welcome to my blog. Here's to turning the first page in my newest book of my life. Chapter One.

Hey I chose Chantal!!! (Finally)

Chan The Lovely!!

Well I cant believe I am doing this!!! A blog? This is my Life Long nightmare. I was the pudgy kid in school but now I am a little to plump for my 23 y.o Life. I am totaly doing this for me. I have been on multiple diet plans. Jenny Craig, Fat burn diet, Weight watchers, the cutting soda diet, the you know better diet. Whatever it is I have done it. This time I am going to literally focus on one day at a time. I am so happy to have you guys doing this with me. Brittany and Lynds. We are fly now and we are going to be in the the stratsophere.  I am so nervous of failing again. The most I have lost was 30 pounds for prom. I know that I can do this but I am extremely nervous of failing.Maybe, I am nervous of my success? I will say something inspired me Love of Jehovah and how I want to be the healthiest person I could be for him; so I could be in Full time service for as long as I can. But sometimes that wasn't the biggest push. Truly, with recent events in my life guys I felt as though I was not chosen simply because of my weight. This also includes jobs, relationships and self worth. It was you Brit that sent me that famous quote.

 The keyword was PICK my self. It hit me like a bomb. I have never chosen myself. I always waited to be chosen or wanted to be qualified by someone Else's standard. Not anymore though!!! I am done! I am tired! Its Just me and Jehovah now!!! Truly, I have been dressing for myself. Wearing heel boots even though I know no one will see it but my close friends or girls. Its an amazing feeling to feel pretty at all times. I must say I will take that saying if "YOU STAY READY YOU NEVER GOT TO GET READY !!! SO this is my first post. I am excited and I am ready for the rest of January 2,2013. The next day has its battles ready. We will see when we get there!!

Lets get it girls,

Chantal ;)

Motivation

Lifelong battle or recent struggle, it SUCKS battling with weight. As a lifetime soldier in this war against the pudge, myself, I have been on every emotional roller coaster, miracle diet and "weight loss journey" I could conceive of. I've hated myself for failing, loved myself for trying and convinced myself that I had accepted my  body with every roll and ripple it came with. It. Is. Exhausting! Not to mention the added stress of poor body image that so many of us thicka' chicas have to deal with (Fortunately, my parents instilled in me a deep sense of confidence and realization of self worth so I've never felt ugly because of my weight or anything else). So what can we do to make the "war against the pudge" less intense? It shouldn't hold so much weight (pun intended).
In a world saturated with instant gratification, or a microwave society (a term I've fallen in love with), patience has become virtually nonexistent. We all want immediate results. We can fast forward through the commercials, defrost meat in minutes, take a miracle supplement to cut fat and/or reduce appetite.We're LAZY! So we forget that old adage, good comes to those who wait. Patience is a virtue. Belly fat cant be sucked off in a microwave. Only disappointment and discouragement will result with that attitude.
So I propose, ladies, that we pledge to devote the time and effort necessary to WIN this battle. I propose that we start slow because pushing too hard in the beginning will only make it easier to give up. And I propose that we view this journey as more than a weightloss venture but as a lifestyle change. We WILL be happier, healthier and..... just as nappy. Lets start with one change in our eating habits. One thing you think is attainable. We will conquer that and work on another change. My goal is to stop eating after 11pm. I am doing well so far. I propose that we make it our goal to lose 3-5 pounds a month. In a year we will have lost up to 60lbs. Slow and steady. I KNOW WE CAN DO THIS!
Don't know about you guys, but I'm pumped! This is just the beginning and with the help of each other, we will succeed. So please share, what are your short term goals?

Your self-appointed cheer leader,

Lyndsey  :)