Get Excited...The Journey Continues!

Well, vacation is over and it is now back to reality. School is starting back in a week and a half and I need to get back on track before the craziness begins. I am ready to get back on track and focus on my goal of hitting 100 pounds lost by December 15 which will make it 1 year into my lifestyle change. To lose the 46 pounds left, I really have to focus myself because I only have 5 months left! If I average 10 pounds a month like I was losing, I should make it but I really have to get back on track. I am looking forward to getting back on a schedule and eating healthier again.

Over the last few months I have continued my research on health foods and products. Thanks to a friend of mine, I came across a company called Isagenix. Isagenix specializes in health and vitality. I have spent many, many days researching this product to make sure it was something that I wanted to use. I have come across nothing but amazing things about this company and their products! Several health professionals and trainers I know use these products and endorse them. I was amazed at all of the health benefits their products help with and the testimonials from so many people who use these products on a regular basis. What I noticed over and over again was how much energy people have when using these products. One of the benefits of using these products is improved energy which helps with improved mood and weightloss! You certainly cannot go wrong with that!

After much deliberating and discussions with my husband, I decided to take the plunge and try Isagenix products out for the next month. I wanted to go with the 30 day cleanse first but decided to start with the Healthy Lifestyle Pak instead. It seemed to fit my lifestyle the best right now. I am looking forward to starting it tomorrow! I am going to update for the next 30 days on my progress using this product. I am really excited to see if it helps with my energy levels and my weightloss. It certainly is not going to be any type of "quick-fix" for my weightloss but I think it will help give me the extra energy boost to get an awesome workout at the gym and also help me control my appetite. A fellow blogger and trainer, Stephanie, has already started using Isagenix products and has seen lots of improvements so far! I enjoy following her journey using the Isagenix 30 day cleanse and I know you will too! I am going to highlight several of the products that I am going to use so you can learn more about each one of them.

So....here's to the next 5 months (and the rest of my life) full of ENERGY, healthy foods, an abundance of endorphins, sweat, tears, and hard work! I AM going to hit 100 pounds lost and I cannot WAIT!!! Thank you for cheering me on along the sidelines! I could not complete this journey each day without each one of you! I have the BEST cheering section in the world and I am SO thankful!

Just Dance...Workout!

Anyone played Just Dance 2 before? We brought it on vacation and it has turned into a family workout experience. We have had a blast dancing to the music and learning the crazy moves. The best thing about the Just Dance video game is that you are getting your heart rate up and exercising without even realizing it. You also get some great endorphins from workout out and laughing! I promise, laughter is part of the program. You can find Just Dance 1 or 2 at any local Wal-Mart or Target or you can find it at Amazon.com. I found that Amazon.com had better prices than the stores unless they run the game on sale which they do periodically. Check it out!

Just a few pictures from our family dance party at the beach.

Choices

Choices.
What does that word mean to you?
To me, it means everything.
It means how I live my day.
It determines whether I stay on my eating and fitness plan for the day or not.
It determines my daily success.
I make choices every day.
I make choices every minute.
What choices did you make today?

Coriander-Crusted Salmon

Are you looking for something light and easy to make during this hot weather? This recipe is your answer! It is SO good and I am not even a huge fish fan! Not only is this recipe easy and tasty but it is also good for your health since fish gives our bodies important nutrients like Omega-3s. Check out the facts about fish from the Mayo Clinic. Enjoy!

Coriander-Crusted Salmon
Servings: 4
Calories (for 1/4 of recipe): 410
Fat: 28g
Protein: 38g
Fiber: 0g


Ingredients:
3 tablespoons of ground coriander
1 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
4 fish filets of salmon (1 1/2 lb) *I used fresh Sockeye Salmon from Publix. You can find it behind the fish counter.*
2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions:
1. Preheat large saute pan on medium-high for 2-3 minutes. Combine coriander, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

2. Coat both sides of fish with seasoning mixture.

3. Place olive oil in pan, then add fish. Cook 3-4 minutes on each side or until 145 degrees. Fish should be flake easily.



In addition, try adding some color to your plate. Remember my post about the importance of eating various colors of food? Various colors of food give you different nutrients and benefits. Check out my plate below:

Purple potatoes (sooo good!)
Green peas
Coriander-Crusted Salmon

July Giveaway!!

I am SO excited about this month's giveaway! Since I had a crazy June and didn't do a giveaway last month, I am doing 2, that's right 2 giveaways this month! :)

Now that I have my blog on Facebook, I am able to get comments from people who do not have a gmail or yahoo account that can't comment on here. SO...I will accept both places for the following questions:

To enter into the giveaway this month please do the following (either as a comment on this post or on Facebook under the The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Weightloss Facebook page)
GIVEAWAY WILL CLOSE ON FRIDAY, JULY 22 at 5:00pm!

1. LIKE The Good, The Bad, The Ugly of Weightloss Facebook page.
2. Leave a comment tell me where you find inspiration to help you achieve your dreams. (This does not have to relate to weightloss, it can be for any dream that you have.)
3. For an extra chance in the drawing send a friend to my blog or Facebook page. Make sure they leave a comment that you sent them so I can keep track! For each person you send, you get an extra chance in the drawing.

Let's change the world one person at a time by promoting healthier lifestyles no matter what shape, size, age, etc. you are!

This is what you have a chance to win:
A sign with my all-time favorite verse from the Bible about TRANSFORMING and not conforming to the rest of the world. My friend Beth owns her own company called Peace, Love, and Paper Prayers. Amazing stuff! Make sure you check out her other artwork and LIKE her Facebook Page! She made me a large sign with this same verse that I keep above my treadmill. I cannot even describe to you how beautiful it is. The picture I took doesn't do it justice at all!



An AWESOME Bandz Bracelet with one of my favorite quotes: NOTHING is impossible if you BELIEVE! I wear one of these inspirational Bandz everyday. It gives me a reminder to never give up every time I look at it. :)

Blog is on Facebook!

I have been thinking for quite some time about creating a page on Facebook to go with my blog. I didn't know if I should have it both places and I didn't know if I had the time to devote to both. A few weeks ago, I found an awesome website called, Network Blogs, that connects everything from this blog to Facebook without me having to do a thing! How cool is that?! Once I figured out how to do that, I decide that it was time for this blog to hit Facebook. :) I know a lot of people who prefer to stay on Facebook and not venture into the blog world (which I completely understand because it is overwhelming) and I wanted them to be a part of The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Weightloss too. I hope that we can get some good conversations going on Facebook and it continues to help change people's lives for the better. <---That is my ultimate goal and the reason why I chose to blog about my experiences. :)

Check out the Facebook page here and become a fan! I promise, you won't be sorry....there is a GIVEAWAY coming your way!! :)

Couch to 5K Program

Several people have asked me about how to get the Couch 2 5K program. There are several ways you can get a copy of this plan. The way I enjoy it is by using my iPhone and downloaded an app called 5K Runner. If you search Couch 2 5K programs in the app store, you will see there are tons of options. Choose one that fits you best. I really like the one I have because it gives me a visual while I am running, a motivational quote, rings a bell which I change from walking to running, and it is something that I have on the go all the time so I can access it at home or at the gym.

The other way you can find the plan is by going to Cool Runnings website. They have an outlined plan of the different days each week and the directions. With the computer version, you are on your own for knowing when to walk and when to run. It definitely is not bad because you time yourself 60 seconds run, 90 seconds walk off and on for 20 minutes. Not bad at all. :) You can also join the Couch 2 5K program on Facebook!

I would LOVE for some of you to do this with me if you are interested! It is a 90 day program so we will finish around the middle of October which is PERFECT for the Ray Tanner Home Run 5K! It will be nice and cool during October (I hope!) it it will be perfect weather to run. Let me know if you have questions or if you are interested in running/walking in the Ray Tanner Home Run 5K! Side Note: Please don't think I am running like a marathoner! I would say that I am a slow runner or a jogger. I still have a lot of weight to lose so I am not a fast runner by any means. I promise you that you can keep up with me if you decide to run with me in October! :)


Don't think you can run? Check this amazing video out again! I PROMISE anyone can do this!