Hair Growth and Weight Loss Challenge 2014

10:30 seems to be my sweet spot running time. No one else is in the gym, I can turn the TV's off, and not be bothered. I'm glad I did it.

Will moisturize and seal my hair after my shower. Two twists for bed. Bun tomorrow morning.
 
I just finished P90X3 yoga and taking my dog for a 20 minute walk.

I put a few braids in last night and I'm going to attempt a braid out, but I'm prepared to put it up in a bun if it doesn't work out.
 
I did leg circles today. I feel like its working already (wishful thinking) I might go walking later. Its a really nice day
 
We went to IHOP this morning. I had 2 screamed eggs, two sausages and a side of fruit strawberries and banana. I ordered 1 whole wheat banana pancake but I saved it for later. So nice eating out for a change those protein shakes are getting boring.

My mom colored and straighten her hair... It's so beautiful <3 wish she would have passed some of those genes this way.
 
I'm sitting here at the end of the day and the vending machine is calling me. I want something. I started thinking, I could have this hot chocolate that is in my cabinet. Then I remembered I bought 1/2 a baked sweet potato for moments just like this. Going to warm it up now. :yep:
 
Have not worked out this week yet. Been studying for tests.

Hair is fine. Still using NJoy hair oil and Priteva.
 
I am happy to say I ate clean all day today! I got my water, green tea, veggies, fruits, healthy oils, lean meats and probiotics in. What a feat for greedy! :-)

The hair is coming along too. Been taking my vits faithfully and I'm keeping moisturized. Hopefully I will reach my first goal by the end of next month.
 
I came home and took out all of the ingredients to cook a nice meal. Then I rode my bike. Then I said shoot, I'm not doing all of that and stuck all the ingredients back in the fridge. Then I fixed some oat bran :ohwell:

Maybe I will be more motivated to cook tomorrow.
 
Baked some tilapia with angel hair pasta, roasted tomato sauce and broccoli. Yummy. I cant wait til dh gets off so we can eat, have a beer, take a shot and watch a movie :lol: Its date night. Im bout to put on my little black dress and do some more leg circles
 
faithVA said:
I came home and took out all of the ingredients to cook a nice meal. Then I rode my bike. Then I said shoot, I'm not doing all of that and stuck all the ingredients back in the fridge. Then I fixed some oat bran :ohwell: Maybe I will be more motivated to cook tomorrow.
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faithVA, I can't tell you how many times I've done that! That's that superwoman syndrome. :yep:
 
I did not want to run tonight, but I'm glad I did. My body has been feeling super tight lately. I know that's because I don't stretch after working out. Tonight I did some basic leg stretches and it hurt!! If I can make myself run for 30 minutes I can make myself stretch for 5. I also want to add in some yoga videos on YouTube into my daily routine. I'll try to start that on Sunday.
 
Disappointed. No good weight loss news here. Not only did I not lose, I am up .4 lbs after 2 weeks :sad: But I will stick to my eating plan and keep working out. Hopefully both my hair growth and my weight loss will kick into overdrive as this weather warms up.
 
faithVA I hate it when I'm good and the scale doesn't cooperate. :-( I usually console myself by telling myself that it's just water retention. Or I image how much I would have gained if I hadn't been good. Both work to keep me motivated. :-)

Today's X3 workout was all push-ups and pull-ups. It's so exhausting and I know I'll be sore for days.

I'm enjoying the ease of straight hair, but whenever I wear my hair out my urge to cut off all the bonelaxed ends is almost irresistible.
 
jennwantslonghurr said:
On pinterest, I came across this site:
http://losing-every-extra-pound.tum...xy-arms-in-6-weeks-if-youre-just-starting-out

I definitely don't want to be left with loose skin after my weight loss.

I think I will start incorporating weights in March as a beginner. Does any one know how often I should lift? How many times a week? What is a goal to work up to?
Thanks in advance.
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You want to work your arms 2 to 3 x a week and resting a day after each workout.
 
I lift twice a week: lower body (basically legs and booty) on Monday and upper body on Thursday. It takes me about 45-50 min to get through all of my reps and then I finish with about 15-20 min of intense cardio.
 
Im doing 30 leg circles today. Front and back left and right so really itll be 120. Each day I will add 10 circles like the squat challenges. Next month I will focus on abs. Once I lose a good amount of weight I can start doing squats. I dont want to start too soon because squats build your butt and leg muscles. My thighs are big enough...
 
I made tacos for dinner. Usually I eat 3 or 4 but this time I also made a big side of cauliflower so I only ate 2. Now I'm on my nightly 20 minute walk.
 
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I think in the future science will tell us it takes 3500 calories to burn a pound but it doesn't take as many calories to store a pound. Just my prediction.
 
Last night, I really wanted to fry me some chicken wings, but I decided to bake them.
 
My button down shirt that used to be fitted at the waist is now loose at the waist. I'm happy, but the shirt is not nearly as flattering now. I hate shopping, but if I keep this up I may have to buy new clothes.

If only my thighs would follow suit.
 
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