Back Down TWO

So, the two pounds that I gained over the weekend FINALLY came off. I'm so relieved. I was beginning to think they were there for good. In my internet searching of why it's so hard to lose weight, I learned an important thing. When you strain your muscles, they retain water to repair themselves. Once they're all fixed, they release the water... there's the two lbs. And it makes sense. I'm no longer sore/stiff, which means my muscles are no longer strained, which means they no longer need to hoard water, which means... bye bye excess water weight.

I bought a magazine last night at the store... usually I don't fall into the trap of mags at the check out stand, but this time I did. But ONLY because it has an article by Jillian... and since Jillian's my girl, how could I not buy it? I have only read a couple articles as of yet, but one thing I found very interesting was a segment on grapes. Apparently, a nutrient found in red and purple grapes, Resveratrol, reduces high blood sugar levels and inflammation. The high blood sugar levels are responsible for packing on belly fat, and inflammation slows your metabolism and causes your body to store fat AND ages your skin faster. This woman in the article, drank two 8 oz glasses (each glass 4oz water and 4oz grape juice) every day, and was able to lose her last 20 lbs. She'd been on a weight loss plateau for months, but the grape juice gave her body the jump-start it needed. Interesting stuff! I like grape juice... might have to give this a try.

Another thing I learned that excited me... I was only going to share one thing, but I just can't help myself.. SORRY! Blueberries! Who doesn't love blueberries? I know I love them. And I love them even more now that I know what good things they can do for my body. Blueberries can assist with a trim tummy, lower cholesterol, varicose-vein relief and a photographic memory.

Blueberries and grape juice, here I come.

Today's game plan... Shred during morning nap. Do some chores. Go to the pool (it's going to be 105 degrees today). While in the pool, put the boys in floaties. Run round and round the inside of the pool and create a large whirlpool. I used to do this all the time and I don't know why I didn't think of it this year. The pool is an oval shape with about 3 1/2 feet of water in it (maybe a little more). If I run around, my upper body is still out of the water (to get tan), while I'm getting a killer, aerobic workout for my legs. And since I'll be in the water, I'll be keeping nice and cool. Win Win situation! Once the kids go to bed tonight, I'll do Pilates. I think doing each workout once a day will be good for me. I don't want to overdo it and not be able to finish the 30 day plan.

More later.