It’s been a lazy morning thus far, but I’m all caught up on blog emails and comments! Woo hoo!
I started to get really hungry for breakfast around 7:30 (I got up at 6:30) and was planning on having a bagel this morning. However, I realized that I am probably having a bagel for lunch so I should have something different for breakfast. So I went with the same old, same old.
Banana oatmeal with brown sugar, flax, walnuts and almond butter – in a new bowl I got from Kohl’s yesterday for SUPER cheap!
With butter toffee coffee. My stomach was very happy with this selection – I’m now pleasantly full 🙂 This was about 450 kcal.
We’re planning to go to the gym late morning around 10:30 or 11. I need to get some studying done before then – but one more thing….
PSA:
Land’s End now has SIZE 2 PETITE!!!!!!!!!!!! For the longest time their smallest size was 4 for petites. Now that doesn’t make sense at all! I was browsing a catalog yesterday and saw that they now make 2’s. I’ve already been on to chat with customer service to thank them 🙂 Now I just have to resist buying anything…perhaps I can find something on sale.
Yes, I am a soccer mom to-be. I love Land’s End! And I love that you can return stuff to Sears and not have to ship it back.
Tina says
You are so motivated this morning! I love it! I need to get out of my PJs and carpe diem! Have a nice Saturday!
Another Kelly says
I am also very petite and LOVE Banana Republic and J Crew’s petite selections. Some of the BR stores carry petite now and if they don’t they often ship for free. Additionally if anyone has a Lululemon (workout gear) they will hem their workout pants for free which is a fantastic deal and something I haven’t seen elsewhere. I also appreciate the free pant alterations at Nordstrom. Yes the clothes are pricier, but it’s worth it for jeans that are a perfect fit.
Kelly says
You are too cute! Have a super Saturday. Go shopping, study, eat good food, hang out with the hubby….just have a great one!
bev says
We have a great Sears that has the nicest Lands End department. If they don’t have what you want they will order it. ( No shipping charge ) Yea 🙂 Lands Ens clothes last forever . We had our All America too….Oatmeal Pancakes , Fage with Pomegranate and grapfruit. Delish 🙂
Have a great weekend 🙂
bev says
Did you say mom to be ?
Tara says
Ha ha ha “Mom to be” comment threw me off too!
Fig says
Doubt it girls…she drinks wine.
Def not preggers in my book 🙂 She probably meant “someday mom to be” not “soon to be” lol
Emma says
ya i love lands end. break part of your suitcase (tear, malfunctioning zipper, etc)- they’ll send you a brand new one! love those life-time guarantees!
Kath says
OH NO!! I’m not pregnant! Haha. Sorry to be confusing. I meant soccer mom “someday” 🙂
Trust me, if we were going to have a baby, you’d get a much, much bigger announcement than that!
bev says
Your way to smart to drink wine …should of known!
CKMeg says
I too get excited when I find a line that sells petites!!! Yay for that!
Oh, and yes, I did mix in some strawberry perserves from Trader Joe’s with my Fage. Still not sure how I feel about it…given the price…but I have one more container…Steph (from CK) suggested I mix in honey…so I may try that with the second container!
Have a great weekend, Kath! 🙂
Elise says
lol! i’m tall, but my mom has trouble finding clothes for herself too! except she’s about a size 1! she shops at Talbots and loves their selection. also, White House Black Market has some petite selections! i LOVE their clothes. grown-up yet youthful at the same time^_^
K says
Speaking of getting better fits for body types… anyone have any suggestions/tips for those of us who are on the other end of the spectrum – taller than the average person?
I am 5’9″ and find buying pants frustrating, as well as shirts, because the sleeves are ALWAYS too short!
I usually end up getting BKE jeans from the Buckle, Lucky jeans or Silver jeans. Longer dress pants… now those are few and far between! Anyone know of where I could find a nice (not TOO expensive) place that carries these?
SawSaw says
K-
Maybe try “Theory”.. Their dress pants are extremely expensive but incredible quality.. I’m not sure if they have pants specifically designed for tall women, but you should check them out 🙂
Liza says
Kath,
I “whipped” a banana into my oatmeal this morning…. soooo good! Thanks for the great idea! If you don’t mind my asking, how many calories did you eat (per meal and snacks) when you were losing weight? I know you are maintaining now (which is so great!) and have probably added calories back into your diet. I would really appreciate it if you could break down your diet calorie intake. Thanks!
Allison says
K-
Banana Republic has great Tall pants. I am 5’10”.
goalie30 says
Just got in from a run and saw the post about Land’s End…I just got my very first cashmere sweater (thank you mother-in-law!) for Christmas, and I didn’t even that they sell the brand at Sears until I was at Sears last weekend! I am psyched! I am trying to get out of the Abercrombie/Old Navy/AE wardrobe and into more simple, classic stuff. I’ve gotten some great bargains on tops and a few pairs of pants from Talbots Petite (I’m 5’4) in the past year, I like Ann Taylor Loft but they’re pricey. Banana makes great stuff, but EVERYTHING always seems to be hand washable or dry clean, I hate that! Also, Eddie Bauer makes some simple but classy tops and even bottoms as well. Can ya tell I love clothes and like to shop?! 😉
K says
Thanks SawSaw and Allison! I’ll check them both out!
KellyA says
Hi everyone! Quick question for Kath and anyone else who can help me out. I’m starting weight watchers with a friend next week…she’s getting married in October and I have about 25-30 lbs I’d like to lose before the wedding. Do any of you guys do WW? Has it worked for you? Is it safe from a nutritional standpoint? I’d truly appreciate any feedback you can give me. Thank you so much!
Erin says
K~
One more suggestion. Level 99 brand jeans are really high quality and a great fit. On me anyway! I’m 5’9″ as well. I’ve bought mine at anthropologie, where I find most of their brands are long, both jeans and pants. Their clothes are pretty expensive, but everything is such high quality and the fit can’t be beat. Good Luck!
Ally says
Kelly A-
I personally have not done ww, but my sister has. She did the points system that they have and she lost close to 40 pounds doing it and she’s kept it off to this day! Best of luck to you and keep reading this blog, it has really great tips and ideas!! 🙂
VeggieGirl says
it’s been a lazy morning (and weekend) here too, since I’m currently ill :0( but I’m thrilled to see that you’ve started the weekend off right with yet another delicious breakfast!! and I LOVE the new bowl!!
Kim says
I’m also trying to drop 30-40 lbs/2nd honeymoon as incentive reward. My friend said weightwatchers was great for keeping it off long time. They use points system but I don’t know about nutrition. I’m going to try zone diet per my doc. Hey Kath. Do you find the Lands End clothing runs true to size? Just curious. I think petite tends to be equiv of one size smaller in the regular. Does anyone have any thoughts?
Kiala says
K – I’m 5’8″ and I love the Silver Jeans too. Also, the Fire skinny jeans brand at Brass Plum seem to fit well, too. Even after I wash them.
KellyA says
Thanks a lot Ally. Glad to hear that WW worked for your sister. I do love Kath’s blog and she continues to inspire me to meet my goal! Thanks Kath for being you and doing a great job with helping many of us to be healthier and take care of ourselves. You’re amazing!
mel says
I am 5’6, which is not that tall, but I have to buy longs bc my legs are really really long! I like gap longs for jeans and for dress pants I love ann taylor loft (when they are on sale!!) bc their pants are always really long bc most people alter them!!
hk says
theory pants are absolutely AMAZING! i recommend them soooo highly! Pricey, but totally totally worth it!
Karla B says
KellyA,
I do WW and have lost 35 pounds in the past year. I have 2 pounds left to go. It is a wonderful program and if you use the points system wisely it is very healthy. I love this blog to get healthy meal ideas – I just cut back where I need to. Good luck!
Katie F says
K–Mel read my mind. I’m 5’7″ but I have a 33.5″ inseam and ridiculously long arms. The Gap and Ann Taylor Loft both have a good selection for those of us who are long-limbed (if you don’t have luck in the stores, try online). If you happen to have a Gap Outlet store near you that’s my favorite place to buy pants (cause I can usually get long pants for a bargain!).
K says
Wow, thanks everyone for the suggestions!
KellyA says
Awesome Karla! Congrats on your success! Did you also start a rigorous exercise program? Just wondering if you lost the weight by the program alone, or burned the pounds of at the gym 🙂
Kath says
Liza,
I’m so glad you like the pancake!! Although I am working to maintain my weight now, my goal now is to lose some, gain some. I eat less calories than I need to fully maintain my weight on my normal days with the assumption that I’ll be over some some days each month (sometimes by a lot!) and it will balance out as maintenance. So I basically eat a little lower than maintenance when I can so I can eat higher calories on occasion. It’s like a wave with a straight line through the middle. So I really haven’t changed much since I stopped losing other than allowing myself to splurge more frequently. On average, during weight loss I ate about 1800 kcal and burned about 500-600 through workouts and activity. But remember everyone is different and what worked for me might be too much or too little for you.
KellyA,
I think Weight Watchers is a great method of portion control because it teaches everything in moderation and that by eating whole foods and lots of fresh produce you can eat more than by choosing packaged snacks. I think from a nutritional standpoint (and remember this is just my personal opinion) that it’s a great approach if you are eating healthy, but those women who eat all their points on 100 calorie packs are probably missing valuable nutrients. Good luck with your weight loss!
Kim,
I find Lands End sizes to be pretty true, but if anything they’re bigger rather than smaller. Definitely not smaller. I love how they will hem any pants for you! The online customer service chat is also very helpful for figuring out what size to order – I’ve used it in the past.
Kath
Karla B says
KellyA,
As far as WW and exercise: I did begin an exercise program at home. I started easy with DVDs (Walk Away the Pounds then The Firm) and bought a treadmill (so worth it if you have room). Now it’s mostly treadmill or outside jogging, stationary biking or DVDs in a pinch. So yes, exercise has played a MAJOR roll in the weight loss. I think it took losing a few pounds to become more comfortable working out.
What Kath said about choosing the right foods is correct. If you don’t balance your diet and fill up on 100 cal packs instead of whole foods you’ll not only be hungry and unhealthy but you’ll probably gain it back too! Good Luck!
Katie says
Kath –
I’ve noticed that you don’t really eat eggs. Is this due to personal tastes, or for nutritional reasons? And if it is b/c of nutritional reasons, what are they? Thanks!
Kath says
Katie,
No reason other than I prefer whole grains at breakfast like oatmeal and cereal to eggs. I need to remember to eat them more at other times of the day. Maybe I’ll hard boil some this afternoon for my lunches! I eat them in frittatas and omelets when I have those.
Kath
L says
I was wondering what time do you go to sleep if you are awake at before 5am?
Kath says
L,
I count backwards from my wake-up time 7.5-8 hours to determine what time to go to bed, but I’m usually asleep by 9:30 on the weekdays and 10:30 on the weekends.
Kath