Monday, September 28, 2009

Death to the Master Cleanse & Weigh In #9

So after crapping myself & missing the strength I have to do my extracurriculars (& reminding myself of ketosis). I slowly took myself off the "cleanse" - introducing soup & then fruits/veggies & then sushi. Now I'm back to my normal healthy eating habits & vigorous workout regime.

At first I really didn't want to come off it. I felt like a quitter but there was a louder voice in my head that was telling me that it wasn't right for ME. I'm not saying my experience was bad at all. If anything it did work. I didn't just run to a drive-thru for fries and I've become more conscious about what I put into my body. I just couldn't do all 10 days without going crazy from not being able to dance or workout as hard as I'd want to.

I'm sorry if I let anyone down. The thing is - you can "cleanse" in shorter periods of time & this specific cleanse isn't the only way to. Your body is always naturally "cleansing" itself so even a day here or there with just raw foods every now in then can help you "scrub, scrub, scrub".

This past weekend I had dance on Saturday & then Cardio Barre Sunday morning and Bikram in the afternoon.

This week before I go & see my ridiculously svelte Boyfriend and squeeze into my dress I plan (& already started) this workout schedule.

Monday: Spin 6am, Bikram 6:15pm
Tuesday: Spin 6am, Bikram 6:15pm
Wednesday: Spin 6am, Ballet 5:30-6:50pm, Ballet 7:00-10pm
Thursday: Bar Method 7:15am-8:15am

Then I'm OFF to SF.

This morning I weighed in at 122 pounds.

My measurements have decreased as well.

Chest: 33 cm
Waist: 26 cm
Hips: 36 cm

My goal this week is to complete the above workout schedule & to NOT fall off the bandwagon just because I'm going out of town. Cheers!

In celebration of the start of a new season of 1 of 2 prime time shows I watch I've chosen Eva Longoria-Parker as my photo inspiration. She's very petite but obviously works out. She makes being in your 30s not so scary. Bonus points: I also love how in love she is with her husband. Super cute.

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

dont beat yourself up over ending your cleanse. it sounded miserable. i am so proud of you for how much weight you've lost! and i am suuuuuper excited you get to see tony!!!!!!! have fun!

Lilani Anne said...

thanks crystal. i wish it was as easy to lose weight as it is to gain it. it was seriously, effortless to gain the 12 pounds over summer! :D

Carol said...

Good for you! Not all diets are for everyone. I personally am not the hugest fan of diets that cut certain things completely out, so I'm kind of glad you're off the cleanse. IMHO, moderation is healthier than extremes. 'Grats on your progress hun! Wish I could see you while you're in SF this weekend, but I'll be in SD while you're in SF! Let me know if you need any amazing restaurant suggestions! :D