Looking both ways ...

"You don't know where you’re going ...until you know where you've been."

I discovered the Suzanne Somers weight-loss program called Somersize in March 2001. My choice to try Somersizing was because my Mother was experiencing a lot of health problems which I believe are food related. I didn't want to go through the same experience therefore I sought out a program that would change the way I eat and improve my health.

I began on March 05, 2001 with a starting weight of 160 lbs. Three months later on June 10, 2001 I reached my goal weight of 130 lbs.

I loved that I found a plan that allowed me to eat foods I loved without counting calories, fat grams, weighing and measuring my foods, etc. This worked for a while, but the reality was that over the years I could stick to the plan, lose the weight, but I never seemed to learn how to maintain my weight.

I’m an “all or nothing” kinda girl, so as the years passed by, I kept trying my ALL …I was not willing to give up on this program. Finally, in March 2011, when I reached my 10th Anniversary of Somersizing, I felt sad and discouraged. I got on the scale and the number looking back at me was 182 lbs., I just knew in that moment that something had to change.

It was time for me to let go and to say goodbye to Somersize, although it was hard to end this 10 year relationship, I owed it to myself to find a program that would improve my health and not only lose weight but would allow me to maintain a healthy weight.

I felt that the biggest change I needed to move forward was to learn how to use “tools” to eat in a way that would not make me feel deprived. I decided to try the Weight Watchers program.

I found myself holding onto the Somersize program for the first 3 months, yes breaking up is hard to do! At my 12 week weigh in, I had lost/gained and was just 2 lbs. away from my March starting weight. I decided that it really was time to choose …either Somersize or Weight Watchers.

From that week on, I really began following the Weight Watchers program and I began seeing results. I tracked my points, weighed/measured all my foods to teach me about servings and portion sizes. I gave up diet soda and fell back in love with water exercise.

Each week I am amazed at how much my body is changing. I have definitely lost weight and inches and now it was time to focus on really improving my health. This is when I discovered the “Eat Clean Diet.”

I am a magazine “junkie” and was reading through the October issue of Oxygen when I kept seeing references to clean eating, eat clean recipes and Tosca. At first, I just simply passed over this not really knowing what Tosca was then I became intrigued and had to learn more. So glad I did, through my research I learned about Tosca Reno and the Eat Clean Diet.

A decade has passed ...

March 2011 marked a huge milestome for me, 10 years of Somersizing. This has been a wonderful journey for me which has not come to an end, just has taken a different turn.

If you are interested in following me on my weight-loss journey, please visit me at Betsy's Blog.

Almost a New Year, ...that means a New You!!!!

Okay, I know it's the holidays and for most of us it's the "hardest" time of the year when it comes to making and eating healthy food choices.

Don't despair, ...it all starts with a plan!  Somersize is a great choice because it promotes eating lean meats, complex carbs, fruits, veggies and healthy fats.   And, in Suzanne's new book Sexy Forever she adds some new elements that will help jumpstart your weight loss.

The new year is just around the corner so come on, ....stick with me and I will help you to discover the "new you."

Carter Cafe is heating things up!

www.cartercafe.com

Somersize just got a make-over for those over 40!

I'm excited, ...I pre-ordered Suzanne's new book set to be released January 2011 and it arrived today!!!!  

Isn't this just the cutest little thing!

While Karen and I were at Jungle Jims I saw this adorable little pineaple and just HAD to have it!  Isn't it just too cute???

Here I go again, ...

Well, almost, ...I have a plan and now I need to put in into place.  ; )

Knowing how to eat healthy, how to loose weight and maintain my weight is really simple for me since Somersizing is so simple to follow and it works!

It's the tripping, falling, picking myself up, dusting myself off and getting right back on track is the hard part so I do the easy thing and stay off track.  It's far from the best thing since I know with all my heart that this is the best way for me to eat.  So, here I go again!!!!!

The first step in my plan is to clean out the "funky" foods from my kitchen cabinets, pantry, fridge, freezer and any other hidden areas that funky foods like to hide! 

Then, sit down and jot down my weekly menus.  This really is the fun part since there are so many yummy, delicious and healthy food choices to choose!  Next, a planned trip with a list to the grocery store to stock up on lots of complex carbs, pro/fats, veggies and fresh fruits!  

So, yep, ...here I go again!!!!

 

Cool body graphic!

Ever wonder how your body processes nutrients?

I found this cool interactive body graphic that explains it and I just had to share!

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/special/health/fitness-nutrition/in-out-graphic/

Betsy

Who inspires Me?

Okay, you know I adore Suzanne when it comes to eating since I'm all about the food combining.

But, who do I turn to when I need some motivation and inspiration with exercise? Jillian!

JillianMichaels.com ...check it out!

Bets

Numbers, numbers, what will they be?

August 7th is the day! I have a physical exam scheduled and will have blood work done. It's been over 2 years since my last blood work results were taken. I weighed 157 lbs. then and weigh 159 lbs. now.

My goal is to loose 2 more lbs. before my appointment, ...I can do it, I can do it, I CAN DO IT! ; )

I'll keep you all posted and let you know what the numbers are!

Bets

It's a Snap!

A snap shot, ...that is!

I know, I know, ...it's been forever since I posted a photo so I thought it was time.

Here I am at 159 lbs. on July 26, 2009

Looking for Weight Loss Support?

Come join me at ...

http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/SS-Challenges/

This is my Support Group for those who follow the Suzanne Somers program called Somersize.

We offer encouragement, motivation and support with the Somersizing Program. Through dedication, determination and hard work we can achieve our goals to reveal our amazing bodies!

What are you weighting for?

See you there,
Bets

YES!!! Finally, those pesky 160's are in the past!

Woo Hoo!!!

Back in the 150's again, been doing the happy dance all day!

Life is good, no wait, ...Life is GREAT!!!!

Oh, and I lost more inches too, gotta love that!

Bets

Happy 4th of July!

It is a day of celebration, ...but don't forget it's not an excuse to stray from your eating and exercise program.

I ran 1 mile in 10.5 today!!!! Then 30 minutes of strength training - continued my day with great healthy eating choices!!!!

This girls on fire - not going let all this hard work go to waist, I see huge results coming my way!

Enjoy your day!

Betsy

Look what Kenny bought me!!!

Isn't it cute?

I am LOVING it!!!

It's my BIG (little) motivator for running faster and farther.

Bets

Follow me on ...twitter!

Come follow me on "twitter" ...there's lots to tweet about!

http://twitter.com/On_My_Weigh


See you there!

Betsy

New STATs!

My numbers have changed, so in order to acurately track my progress I decided to delete my old stats and post the current ones.

Drum roll, ...

Re-start Date: 05/17/2009
Age: 45
Height: 5'2"
Stats: 167/167/140
Weight Lost: 0 lbs.
Inches Lost: 0"

Finding my way around the circle!

Yes, it's been a year since I last posted a message on my blog and it's been quite an adventure.

I've learned a lot along the way, ...I've had some successess and some failures and I'm glad for all that I have endured. I can honestly say that without experiencing some failure I would never fully appreciate the feeling of success.

So, here's to another year and for my courage to embrace the challenges of coming full circle to find myself again!

She's Baaaaaaaaaaaaaack!!!!

So, where was I you ask?

Stay tuned to find out!

BetsC

Simply Stunning! WIN this Ring!

Yes, you can WIN this stunning ring by SUZANNE!

Suzanne Somers hand picks each and every piece of jewelry for her jewelry line at SUZANNE. I am excited to offer this piece to you in this contest, you will feel like a million bucks wearing this gorgeous Eternal Stunner Ring!

If features over 6 carats of stunning emerald cut CZ, set on a gorgeous crystal eternity band and is Rhodium plated. It is available in size 5 - 10.

If you LOVE jewelry like I do, then be sure and visit me at www.suzanne24.com/BetsC and "click" on View Catalog to view the other pieces in her collection.

Okay, on to the details ...

Contest is valid: June 6th, 2008 - June 30th, 2008

Wondering how to Enter?

Simply click on the link below:

June Contest - Eternal Stunner Ring

No purchase neccesary to enter!

To increase your chances of winning, you can ...

1.) Leave a comment telling me how jewelry adds sparkle to your life.

2.) Comment on your Blog/Website about this contest AND link back to this post! Don't forget to email me at Betsy@looksarenteverything.com and let me know so I can add your additional entries to the drawing!

Each entry received will be assigned a number and on June 30th, 2008, at 5pm EST, I will use a random number generator to select the Winner! Once, I have contacted and verified the winner, I will announce their name on July 7th, 2008.

Good Luck to you all!!!

BetsC