The past week has been one of great triumph and success. I have set goals and made plans of how to reach those goals. I started with WW last week and went to my second weigh in today. I lost 7.6 POUNDS! The week wasn't as difficult as I thought it would be. Corey and Mom continue to support my food choices, but I also have done better at having moderate portions with the exception of dinner. I only used some of my weekly points plus, and that was with a birthday party and a happy hour. Now, my points dropped a couple, so it will be interesting to see how I feel throughout the day while adjusting.
In addition to the food regimen, I was able to meet with my trainer to have my fitness assessment and set goals.
My Fitness Goals:
3. To be able to walk from the basement to the second floor without being winded.
2. To be on time for all 16 of my training sessions over the 8 weeks (starting 10/18)
1. To break the 200lb barrier.
My weigh at the center was 251. My body fat percentage was 42.5. I didn't look at the rest of my measurements, but I did at home for my WW tracker.
Arm-17.5
Thigh-31
Waist-41
Bust-48
Hips-51
I'm not sure how they compare to my day 3, but I will check that out soon.
My WW Goals this week:
to drink (6) 8oz glasses of water
to have a 7pt breakfast
to workout 3 days
I'll check back in next week and let you know how it is going. If I get time throughout the week, I'll also try to add more about how I am feeling. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!!
Monday, October 10, 2011
Monday, October 3, 2011
Day 58
Yeah, that's not a typo. It is officially day 58, whether I've been on track or not. Like I say in my little blurb, time is passing whether I'm making changes or not, and the proof is in the...low-fat, non-dairy pudding.
My journey started 58 days. Today, I got a new road map. I went to to my first WW meeting. It is a little scary, but I have to remind myself the reasons why I joined in the first place:
1. I cannot do it on my own, I have proven that to myself time and time again.
2. I recognize that my intake of food is something that is negatively affecting my ability to lose weight and WW is designed to combat that.
3. Everyone that I have heard of/from holds WW in high regards as an effective weight loss tool. So, if it worked for everyone else, it is sure to work for me.
Starting weight: 259.6, yes that is higher than day 1 of my journey 58 days ago...but that's why I'm here. 5% weight loss=13 lbs.
10% weight loss= 26 lbs. I hope to achieve my 10% weight loss by January 1, 2012.
In addition to joining and attending a WW meeting, I also signed up for an 8 week boot camp at my fitness center. It is semi personal training/semi small group training and it is once a week early in the morning for 2 months. I will get a fitness assessment and an at home weekly plan to follow that is customized to me and my needs. I look forward to that beginning on October 18th and I dread it at the same time. I know I am out of shape, and I just hope to survive it :-)
Well, that is my update for now. I will return soon with an update on my physical assessment, measurements etc. In the meantime, do something small to improve the quality of your life.
My journey started 58 days. Today, I got a new road map. I went to to my first WW meeting. It is a little scary, but I have to remind myself the reasons why I joined in the first place:
1. I cannot do it on my own, I have proven that to myself time and time again.
2. I recognize that my intake of food is something that is negatively affecting my ability to lose weight and WW is designed to combat that.
3. Everyone that I have heard of/from holds WW in high regards as an effective weight loss tool. So, if it worked for everyone else, it is sure to work for me.
Starting weight: 259.6, yes that is higher than day 1 of my journey 58 days ago...but that's why I'm here. 5% weight loss=13 lbs.
10% weight loss= 26 lbs. I hope to achieve my 10% weight loss by January 1, 2012.
In addition to joining and attending a WW meeting, I also signed up for an 8 week boot camp at my fitness center. It is semi personal training/semi small group training and it is once a week early in the morning for 2 months. I will get a fitness assessment and an at home weekly plan to follow that is customized to me and my needs. I look forward to that beginning on October 18th and I dread it at the same time. I know I am out of shape, and I just hope to survive it :-)
Well, that is my update for now. I will return soon with an update on my physical assessment, measurements etc. In the meantime, do something small to improve the quality of your life.
I'm baaaaaack!
It has officially been over a month since my last blog. I created and followed a detour that got me right back to where I started. A lot has gone on since my last entry, but not much has changed. My weight remains stagnate at a number that I don't care for. Since returning to work, I have tried very hard to eat decently at work, and something reasonable at home. That is probably what has helped me to maintain weight, rather than gain. SO, that is a positive in my eyes. Exercising has become a thing of the past the past few weeks. Between being hurt, being sick and being tired, I haven't quite found the motivation to get up and do something. The most I've done is walk the dog at a somewhat brisk pace on the weekend. I realize that it is not enough to get me to where I want to be.
Today is a monumental day. I did two things to help get myself back on track, and FAST!
First, I stepped foot into the fitness center that I have been a member of for over a year, but have wasted. The goal is to get back in the gym before heading home after work at least twice a week, and squeeze in at least one weekend workout (likely Saturday). They are also starting an 8 week Biggest Loser type Boot Camp in the mornings. It may not be feasible because of my work schedule but I am going to run it by my principal to see if I can work it out. My hope is that I don't have physical limitations, but I'll cross that bridge when I get to it.
Secondly, I joined Weight Watchers! After teetering on the decision for a while now, I finally decided that I had enough. I made another financial investment, hoping this ONE will help the rest pay off. I have heard nothing but positive feedback from Weight Watchers members, both past and present. I think it is just the support I need to compliment the support from my former and hopefully lifelong From FAT to Fit supporters. I have missed you all and hope that you are still here to continue this journey with me.
Today is a monumental day. I did two things to help get myself back on track, and FAST!
First, I stepped foot into the fitness center that I have been a member of for over a year, but have wasted. The goal is to get back in the gym before heading home after work at least twice a week, and squeeze in at least one weekend workout (likely Saturday). They are also starting an 8 week Biggest Loser type Boot Camp in the mornings. It may not be feasible because of my work schedule but I am going to run it by my principal to see if I can work it out. My hope is that I don't have physical limitations, but I'll cross that bridge when I get to it.
Secondly, I joined Weight Watchers! After teetering on the decision for a while now, I finally decided that I had enough. I made another financial investment, hoping this ONE will help the rest pay off. I have heard nothing but positive feedback from Weight Watchers members, both past and present. I think it is just the support I need to compliment the support from my former and hopefully lifelong From FAT to Fit supporters. I have missed you all and hope that you are still here to continue this journey with me.
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