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Monday, April 18, 2011

Back on the Wagon!

Here we are...all 435 pounds of us. Wow...chunky people! Granted, Neil is almost 6'5 and carries his weight well, but I am 5'4 and DON"T carry mine well. So after some health issues that made me stop my vigorous exercise back in January, we are back and ready to lose!

My focus is simple - to lose enough weight so that my summer clothes fit. We are going to Washington DC this summer for Nationals for dance, and I want to be able to wear my cute summer clothes. I weighed this morning exactly what I weighed on January 1st. Gross! At that weight, not only do my cute clothes NOT fit, but I am going to have to go shopping to buy all new clothes. Not happening.

So, this morning, Neil and I got up at 5 am and went for a 30 minute run (left us plenty of time to get back before the kids got up.) I am tired tonight, but feel good about myself. We also have eaten grilled chicken and salads for the past 2 days, along with fruits for snacks and Special K for breakfast.

The goal - 20 pounds by June 30th. 10 weeks, 2 pounds a week. Neil would like to lose 30, which is easy for him whe he tries. Wish us luck!!

2 comments:

  1. Yay for getting back on the wagon! Cheering you on!!

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  2. Good luck! I started today too. I am miserable and disgusted that I have gained almost all of the 60 lbs I lost 3 years ago back. Over the last 3 years, I have changed jobs 3 times and have gained 12-15 lbs each time. I also started a doctoral program that has done its due diligence as well. I have allowed everything and everybody to have control over my health and well being except ME. It is way past time for me to take back what is mine. I will keep you posted.

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