My Nutrisystem Farewell & Last Weigh-In (Week #16) #NSNation

This is my 16th week on the Nutrisystem program and my journey comes to an end.. even though its just begun. Doesn't make sense? I plan on continuing my weight loss, and as It began with Nutrisystem, closing this chapter is just the beginning. I have learned a lot while on the program. I now have a set understanding of how many calories to consume daily, and how many to burn to see results. I won't go crazy trying to lose 5lbs. weekly, but I will continue my steady loss. Summer and the triple-digit weather stalled me a bit for the last 2 months, exercise-wise, but hopefully fall and the cooler weather will help me revamp and start up my daily exerciser routines to burn more calories.

I'm exited to see where my loss will be by the end of the year. I have enjoyed the Nutrisystem program for the past 4 months, and its thanks to them that I now have the tools to help me continue. Nutrisystem is great for beginners, as its very easy to follow, and the results WILL show themselves. I have lost almost 30lbs. in the last 4 months, and that is a great accomplishment. I will surely miss some of my favorite foods from Nutrisystem; Chili w/ Beans, Glazed Chicken w/ Green Beans, Fudge Brownie, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, White Chocolate Chunk Cookie, Cheese Tortellini, Ice Cream Sandwich, Meatball Parmesan Melt, Steak & Cheese Melt, Turkey Peperoni Pizza, Veggie Pizza and all the others. Reading back on my favorites list, it doesn't sound like something someone would eat while trying to lose weight.

I now drink a TON of water, very little soda (majority is 0-calorie or diet) and eat lots of fruit daily. If i were to compare the way I felt before I started Nutrisystem and after, it would be healthier. Cliche, I know, but I feel good, I have more energy, I look forward to long days and so on. I want to give a HUGE thanks to the Nutrisystem Nation Blogger family and Nutrisystem for this great opportunity they provided me with. I take with me helpful tips and new knowledge on my weight-loss journey :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 16th and final week on Nutrisystem: 

Weight Loss: 

             -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11] 
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.7 lbs. [7/17/11] 
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/24/11]
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]    -0.7 lbs. [7/31/11] 
             -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]   -0.5 lbs. [8/7/11] 
             -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]   -0.8 lbs. [8/14/11]

Total: 27.9 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #15) #NSNation

This is my 15th week on the Nutrisystem program. I have now been on the Nutrisystem program for over 3 months and have lost 27 lbs. I have 1 week left on the programs and am extremely grateful for all I've been through and learned. I have lost almost 30lbs. and am looking to lose more on my own before my trip at the end of the year. The heat has kicked up in intensity again hitting the triple-digits, and although I haven't been able to kick up my exercise , I have been eating well. I was expecting a little more weight-loss BUT I have been drinking a TON of water lately and I think that's why the number was where its at.

This weeks weight-loss was ok. I'm hoping to be down 50lb. in total by late November, and I'm sure i'll accomplish it! :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 12th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss: 

             -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11] 
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.7 lbs. [7/17/11] 
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/24/11]
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]    -0.7 lbs. [7/31/11] 
             -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]   -0.5 lbs. [8/7/11] 
             -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]

Total: 27.1 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #14) #NSNation

This is my 14th week on the Nutrisystem program. I have now been on the Nutrisystem program for 3 1/2 months and have lost 26 lbs. I have 2 weeks left on the programs and am extremely grateful for all i've been through and learned. I have lost almost 30lbs. and am looking to lose more on my own before my trip at the end of the year. I'm exited to be pushing myself on my own. I had the chance to try something new this week, it was the chocolate cake dessert. I am not a huge chocolate fan, and found the cake was not to my liking. I found it dry and a bad version of the fudge brownie (which is delicious).

This weeks weight-loss was ok, as I'm still building up my good habits due to my falling out last month.  I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I need to get into my exercise again like before! I'm hoping to lose an even 30lb. by the time my Nutrisystem journey ends, i think its possible if I push myself these next two weeks :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 12th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss: 

                   -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11]
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11]
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11]
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.7 lbs. [7/17/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]    -0.8 lbs. [7/24/11] 
             -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]   -0.7 lbs. [7/31/11]

Total: 26.6 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #13) #NSNation

This is my 13th week on the Nutrisystem program. I have now been on the Nutrisystem program for over three months and have lost 25 lbs. Its been a journey, but I've learned a lot. I have strayed the last month due to stress and other problems. I finally got on track this week but my weight loss for this week doesn't reflect that. Why? Maybe its the extra water weight us women hold during that time of the month. Maybe its because my body is getting accustomed to healthy food again. Who knows! I just know that I feel better and don't have that horrible feeling in the pit of my stomach after consuming the bad foods from last month.

Its quite funny how stress made me crave the not-healthy foods. And, after eating the bad food, I felt terrible. Its as if I can't eat and enjoy them anymore. When I did I felt the difference, they made me feel super full and sluggish. Feeling out of energy the moment you wake up is horrible.

This weeks weight-loss was ok, as I'm currently building up my good habits again.  I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I need to get into my exercise again like before! I have made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 1 month I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 12th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss: 

                 -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11] 
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11] 
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]    -0.7 lbs. [7/17/11]

             -0.8 lbs. [7/24/11]

Total: 25.9 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #12) #NSNation

This is my 12th week on the Nutrisystem program. I have now been on the Nutrisystem program for three months and have lost 25 lbs. Its been a journey, but I've learned a lot. This last month has been an eye opener. I've been overly stressed about problems and have found I tend to not care and just go for it. Its shown in my weight loss for this last month, but as of last week, I have been working a little harder to stay on track. The weight I have lost so far is what excites me :)

Stress and the horrible triple-digit weather is what caused me to stray, and since this is the first time in my life I've been committed to losing weight, I'm trying to find ways to succeed. I don't know why I've been drawn to soda lately, but it makes me feel horrible. I do know that the unhealthy food I unfortunately ate was due to a mix of stress and convenience. I'm glad this has happened, its slowly teaching me how I react to these situations and the bad habits I need to break.

This weeks weight-loss was ok, but I'm currently trying to build up my good habits in order to lose, on average, the amount I was before.  I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I need to get into my exercise again! I have made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 1 month I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 12th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss: 

              -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11]
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11] 
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]    -0.7 lbs. [7/10/11]

Total: 25.1 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #10) #NSNation

This is my 11th week on the Nutrisystem program.11 weeks into this journey and I have accomplished losing over 20lbs, that is amazing. This last month has been quite tough on me, and I have shown it with my low numbers. The heat, stress, work, and problems I have at the moment took a toll on me. I'm slowly managing to regain control.

This week I haven't felt like eating much due to the heat, and it draws me to pick the quick microwavable-only Nutrisystem foods. Sticking to the program as best as I could under the circumstances, my numbers were ok this week once again. The past month, I have gotten little to no excessive. I plan to change that this week since the forecast doesn't mention anything about triple-digit weather for the week! I'm exited to get to work on that!

This weeks weight-loss was ok, but due to the circumstances, It was expected. Who knew it would be so hard to lose weight during summer? :) I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I need to get into my exercise again! I have made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 1 1/2 months I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 11th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss: 

             -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11]
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11]
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]

Total: 24.4 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #10) #NSNation

This is my 10th week on the Nutrisystem program.10 weeks into this journey and I have accomplished losing over 20lbs, that is amazing. It is hard work but manageable. I never before knew how bad stress can lead you to eat the wrong way. This past week has been full of ups and downs. The stress,m the triple digit weather and all is just too overwhelming for myself.

Sticking to the program as best as I could under the circumstances, my numbers were ok this week. Considering the only exercise I am getting is walking around the house, anything lost is something lost. I have to say, thank goodness for Nutrisystem's select frozen foods. I just LOVE the ice cream sandwiches! In this heat, any of these cool frozen treats are much needed! I usually have my dessert during the day instead of leaving it for after dark.

This weeks weight-loss was ok, but due to the circumstances, It was expected. Who knew it would be so hard to lose weight during summer? :) I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 1 1/2 months I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 10th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs. [5/1/11] 
-3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]
-2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]  

-1.8 lbs. [5/22/11] 
-2.5 lbs. [5/29/11] 
-2.6 lbs. [6/5/11] 
-2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]

-1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]

-0.8 lbs. [6/26/11] 
-0.8 lbs. [7/3/11]  

Total: 23.9 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #9)

This is my 9th week on the Nutrisystem program. Two weeks ago I hit the 20-lbs. mark, but haven't been able to keep my good numbers. This heat (up to 103 degrees here in Los Angeles) has been making me feel worn out as soon as I wake up. Because of that, I haven't been able to exercise not 1 day this past week. Not to mention my week has been very off and I've fallen off here and there. This truly shows in my weight loss for the week, but like I always say, anything lost is a gain :)

I was so exited last week to hitting 20lbs that I forgot to show you guys my new Nutribear. Its name is commitment, and hopefully he will keep me motivated this new week. He sure is a cutie, and comes in one of my favorite colors, purple. I want to lose 30lbs. by the end of July, I am so exited! I know I can make it happen! I'm looking forward to filling my computer desk with cute little Nutribears!

This weeks weight-loss was low, lower than I expected. I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have now made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 2 months I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 7th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs. [5/1/11] 
-3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]
-2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]  

-1.8 lbs. [5/22/11] 
-2.5 lbs. [5/29/11] 
-2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]

-2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]

-1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]

-0.8 lbs. [6/26/11] 

Total: 23.1 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #8)

This is my 8th week on the Nutrisystem program. I was so exited last week to hitting 20lbs in 7 weeks. I accomplished it and feel great that I did! It goes to show me that I can do it if I put my mind to it. Nutrisystem and exercise have been great to me, and are the only things helping me lose weight. The heat this past week was horrible and has been a lazy week for me. I only had the energy to work out 1 day out of the week and it shows from what I lost, which was very minimal but am happy that I lost something.

The Nutrisystem program has very easy to follow, sometimes it feels like I'm eating too much, but this time eating good food, not bad. Self-motivation has been keeping me going, and getting my first Nutribear a couple weeks back helped! This week I got another little surprise in the mail, my Commitment Nutribear, all Nutrisystem members that hit the 20lb. lost mark receives this cute little purple guy. These rewards are a great motivation to keep on going, its wonderful to have the opportunity to show them off too :)

This weeks weight-loss was low, but I expected it. I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have now made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 2 months I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 7th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs. [5/1/11] 
-3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]
-2.6 lbs. [5/15/11] 

-1.8 lbs. [5/22/11] 
-2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]

-2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]

-2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]

-1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]

Total: 22.3 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #7)

This is my 7th week on the Nutrisystem program. I was so exited last week for being so close to hitting 20lbs in 7 weeks. Did I accomplish it? Keep reading, lol. Being as exited as I was I thought I'd try some new exercises and did some lunges. Big mistake, I was sore for over 2 days to the point where it hurt to walk. I couldn't get any exercise in for those 2 days and couldn't hit my 3,500 calorie burn. I tried to make up for it by eating better, no flavor packets in my water, no extras (sour cream, etc.) and think I did well.

I've mentioned, the Nutrisystem program is getting easier and easier to stay on. I always feel content, when I'm hungry (which is only when I don't have a filling breakfast) I just grab some grapes or frozen pineapples. I did try a new meal this week, the pasta with beef lunch entrée, I can't say I'm too crazy about it. Exercise is going well. I get my exercise on the EA Sports Active 2 for XBOX 360. I posted my review on this great game recently so check it out :). All this takes motivation. There are many ways of getting that, family, friends, goals, etc. To further help my motivation, I am proud to say that this week I have earned Commitment the Nutribear, which will join his buddy, Pound, soon enough. :) I've never been more exited to receive a little bear in my life.

This weeks weight-loss was very good, I was expecting less.  I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have now made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 3 months I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 5th week on Nutrisystem:
 

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]

-3.1 lbs. [5/8/11] 
-2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]

-1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]

-2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]

-2.6 lbs. [6/5/11] 

-2.3 lbs. [6/12/11] 

Total: 21.2 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews. 

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #6)

This is my 6th week on the Nutrisystem program. I'm so close to hitting 20lbs. lost! Its tremendous, by next week ill have lost 20lb. on Nutrisystem and exercise alone :) I don't know why, but I don't see much physical difference yet. Yes, I have mentioned my pants are looser but other than that I don't see it. I should have taken before and after measurements and pictures. I don't see the difference physically, but do see it on the scale and feel it mentally. The Nutrisystem program is getting easier and easier to stay on. I always feel content, when I'm hungry (which is only when I don't have a filling breakfast) I just grab some grapes, which are only about 65 calories per cup.

Exercise is going well. I've changed my goals and now will burn 3,500 a week. 3,500 is equal to a pound and by burning 500 calories a day I will accomplish that. I usually burn about 600-700 2 days out of the week so it lets me have a "rest day" where I ca just lounge around but still eat right. I get my exercise on the EA Sports Active 2 for XBOX 360. I posted my review on this great game last week so check it out :). All this takes motivation. There are many ways of getting that, family, friends, goals, etc. This past week I received another motivation to help me, Pound the Nutribear. By next week Commitment the Nutribear might be on his way to join him too! :)

This weeks weight-loss was very good and what I was expecting.  I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have now made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 3 months I have left. :) I'm exited, I'll be able to send for my 2nd Nutribear next week! Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 5th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]

-3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]

-2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]

-1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]

-2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]

-2.6 lbs. [6/5/11] 

Total: 18.8 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #5)

This is my second month on Nutrisystem. I'm only a week down in my second month but feel I have adapted well. I am over 10lbs. down and while there is no big physical change, I do feel it. I love that I am adapting well and am able to successfully flex my meals. This is where I make m y own food and figure out my own portions for a meal instead of eating a Nutrisystem entree. I highly suggest everyone do this because Nutrisystem, to me, is a stepping stone and when you no longer can have it you will be on your own. Nutrisystem is teaching me that I CAN be full and full of energy without stuffing myself with food. I notice as time goes by, I don't find myself craving a HUGE portion of rice, i barely finish 2/3 cups worth. It honestly feels as if my stomach is shrinking, and I'm not sure if thats possible as you eat less. With all my food and add-ins (especially my bananas) I feel full for a good 3-4 hours, or until my next meal. I have also learned that instead of eating a protein serving for breakfast helps me not feel hungry the rest of the day. I no longer can just have a dairy serving, it doesn't satisfy my body, I guess breakfast truly is the most important meal of the day for me.

As I mentioned, I don't see the physical changes much (I regret not taking measurements before starting the Nutrisystem program) but I do feel it. I can run longer, and while doing my exercise with the EA Sports Active 2 game for my XBOX 360 Kinect, I can exercise a lot longer than when I started using it a month ago. I feel great inside, I crave more works out now and actually look forward to doing it! 

This weeks weight-loss was not what I wanted but ANYTHING lost and not gained is a victory for me.  I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have now made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 3 months I have left. :) I'm exited that I have rightfully earned my 1st Nutribear on my 3rd week and am awaiting his arrival! Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey and photos on Flickr or videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 5th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs.[5/1/11]

-3.1 lbs.[5/8/11]

-2.6 lbs.[5/15/11]

-1.8 lbs.[5/22/11]

-2.5 lbs.[5/29/11]

Total: 16.2 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #4) + Video

My first month on Nutrisystem is over. Time has flown by as if it were being chased. Four weeks down and although the changes haven't been dramatic (on the outside) they have been mentally. I mentioned before that I cut out soda (both diet, non-diet) and that has made me feel fantastic. As a result I no longer get headaches (who knew I got them from the soda), my face is clearing up a lot more and I generally feel better. As for physical changes, my pants are a bit loose, other than that, nothing that I've noticed. Before I started Nutrisystem I did not exercise at all, now that I get in at least 30min (I prefer getting in about an hour daily) I have more energy. I love working out to the point where I'm so tired that miraculously I get a "second boost" and spend another 10-20min. exercising. At this point I wish I had a regular bike so I could go bike for a while around my neighborhood. Hopefully I'll be able to save up some money for that later on.

I'm doing much better with flexing my meals, this is where once in a while you substitute your Nutrisystem meal for something else. I keep in mind the nutritional facts of the meals I regularly eat and try to match that with my flex meal. As for a whole month now gone, I definitely have my favorite foods; Chili w/ Beans, Chicken Tenders with Wild Rice, Steak & Cheese Melt, Chicken Fajita Melt, White Chocolate Chunk Cookie, Ice Cream Sandwich and Veggie Roasted Pizza. So delicious!

You guys can look forward to a video blog every month while I'm on Nutrisystem, This month I wanted to do a quick review of the Nutrisystem App available for Apple and Android devices. I LOVE it. Instead of having to lug around the meal planner, I have that and then some on my phone via the Nutrisystem App. It calculates the calories I've had daily and is a HUGE help. Such a great convenience it is, and FREE.

Unfortunately this weeks weight-loss was not much, but I blame it on the not-so-friendly monthly visitor. I felt bloated for the majority of the week and I'm sure I have tons of water weight that my body is retaining from this menstrual cycle. I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have now made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 3 months I have left. :) I'm exited that I have rightfully earned my 1st Nutribear last week! Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey and photos on Flickr! Now its time, my weight loss for my 4th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs.[5/1/11]

-3.1 lbs.[5/8/11]

-2.6 lbs.[5/15/11]

-1.8 lbs.[5/22/11]

Total: 13.7 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #3)

Its been three weeks, I'm just surprised as you! This week went by just as fast as last week. My Nutrisystem journey has been going well. I've also continually been reading up on healthy eating and exercising. Apparently to burn 1lb. of fat you have to burn 3,500 calories. That is a lot. I've been burning about 500-700 calories a day exercising and by eating no more than 1,300 calories, I have a deficit of around 1,000 calories a day, meaning I should essentially lose at least 2.5lb - 3lb each week. Thats about 10lb. a month, which is a great realistic weight to lose over a months time. No one said losing weight is easy! :)

This 3rd week was pretty hard, food wise. Since it is still my first month, I have already gone through the foods I like and am left with food I don't quite like. This week I tried the frozen Chicken Alfredo and disliked it very much. I love the tomato-based pastas on Nutrisystem, but can't stand the cream-based ones. The only other new food I tried this week was the dessert peppermint patty. It was delicious, I love anything mint. It was so delicious it made me feel a little guilty eating it. As for exercise, I have been getting my daily exercise in, have boosted it from 200 to at least 500 calories a day. I spend a good hour every day exercise with the EA Sports Active 2 game for the XBOX 360 Kinect (review coming later this week). I love the game, I got it Thursday the 28th and have burned over 5,500 calories already.

Mentally, I've been keeping with the Nutrisystem program quite well. As I mentioned before, Nutrisystem, to me, is meant to teach how much you should eat and portion control. We don't need too much food to fuction regularly and eat healthy. This week I did have a slice of pizza, approx. 238 calories. I only had one, and substituted my dinner for it. When I am no longer on Nutrisystem, I will have to make my own food and continue portion control. I see no problem with eating one slice this past week because eating healthy is a lifestyle change, and food that is "not good for you" is part of mine. I have controlled my eating out of the program, if I wasn't trying to lose weight, I would easily scarf down over 5-6 slices in a day but am proud that I now have control and chose to eat better. I don't believe shunning myself from foods I enjoy is right, even if they are high in calories so controlling HOW MUCH of it I eat is my main goal. I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have now made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 3 months I have left. :) I'm exited that I have rightfully earned my 1st Nutribear, pound!Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey and photos on Flickr! Now its time, my weight loss for my 2nd week on NutriSystem:

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs.[5/1/11]

-3.1 lbs.[5/8/11]

-2.6 lbs.[5/15/11]

Total: 11.9 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #2)

I honestly can't believe its already been two weeks, I almost forgot to write up this weekly weigh-in post, lol. I did have a point towards the end of the week where I got a little off-track. One single slice of pizza and one burger were used as a replacement on two occasions. I was still within my daily calorie intake of 1,100 - 1,300. I have never gone over while on Nutrisystem. I have been educating myself this week about food and calories and exercise. Apparently, burning more calories than you consume is ideal for losing weight. I thought I wouldn't have time to possibly do that, but worked out today (even though Monday is official the 1st day of the next Nutrisystem week) for an hour. I burned 503 calories with the EA Sports Active 2 game for the XBOX 360 Kinect (review coming next week). I figure if I can work out at least an hour a day I can burn off a good chunk of calories I consume in a day, as opposed to the 150-300 calories I was burning 3-4 days for the past 2 weeks. I'm going to make it a goal to do this daily or at least 6 days a week. I love the game, I got it Thursday the 28th and have burned over 2,500 calories already.

This past week I was able to taste some new Nutrisystem foods. Likes: Glazed Chicken Tenders, Salisbury Steak with Macaroni and Cheese, Cheese Tortellini, Creamy Fudge Bar. Dislike: Homestyle Pancakes, Three Cheese Pasta w/ Chicken. I also tried the Orange Creme Bar which I thought was O.K.. So far, the Three Cheese Pasta w/ Chicken is the ONLY meal I absolutely couldn't stomach, it disgusted me. As for my add-ins, Its still hard to eat 4 servings of veggies so I bought a bottle of V8-Juice, I couldn't stomach that either, go figure. However, I tried green beans this week and surprisingly don't hate them. Soda and coffee have been completely cut out of my life for now. I drink water, straight, or add Crystal Light Fruit Punch or Hawaiian Punch Grape and Lememberry Squeeze On-The-Go pouches. They are only 10 calories a pouch. I have noticed drinking this much water is clearing up my face (I used to occasionally get red dry areas on my cheeks or random bumps but don't have acne) and I don't get headaches much anymore. I just feel GREAT cutting the soda out.

This week has been great, even though I steered away a little towards the end of the week I am STILL within my daily calorie intake, which has consistently been below 1,300. My pants already are feeling looser and I can squeeze (very tightly, lol) into my old pants that are 4 sizes below my actual size. I look forward to putting them on in just a couple months! As I previously mentioned, I will be reviewing EA Sports Active 2 game for the XBOX 360 Kinect soon, its what I've been using to get my exercise in and its been wonderful. I got the game on Thursday the 28th and have burned over 2,500 calories already. I really push myself for EACH work out and it has been showing on the scale. Thanks to the people over at EatSmart, I now have the EatSmart Precision Premium Digital Bathroom Scale, now i get a precise amount of what I've lost. I will also be reviewing this great scale later on this week! :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey and photos on Flickr! Now its time, my weight loss for my 2nd week on NutriSystem:

Weight Loss:  

-6.2 lbs.[4/25 - 5/1]

-3.1 lbs.[5/2 - 5/8]

Total: 9.3 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.