January 28, 2012

150 in 213

I am going to attempt something big.  This will require the support of my friends and family.  I would like to weigh 150 pounds by my 32nd birthday.  If I start seriously on February 1st that will give me 213 days to reach my target weight.

I need to lose roughly 25 pounds.  That is doable... right?

25 pounds in 213 days.

That is a one pound loss every 8 1/2 days.  I will just say one pound a week to make it easier.  If I really lost one pound a week, that would be about 30 pounds!  I will say a pound a week to give myself a little room to play with a pound or two.

I have not been 150 pounds since I was in high school, so it will be HUGE for me!  I have not really been under 160 pounds since having children.  This CAN happen and this WILL happen!  I cannot do it on my own though and I know it.  I need support.  Can you help with that???

Starting this Monday, I am going to begin exercising.  Hopefully this will jump start my loss.  I NEED to MOVE more!

I have NOT been very diligent about staying active.  The running thing did not work out.  I always found excuses.  This time WILL be different.  I am ready to feel better and LIVE better.

Wish me luck!

3 comments:

Karey Turnipseed

Good Luck, Beth! I like reading your blog, it encourages me during my weight loss efforts. So, if you need anything let me know. One tool I have found helpful is "My Fitness Pal", you can do it online or there is a free app. You can enter all your information in and track food and exercise. I love it, because it is on my phone and I have it with me wherever I am. It has helped me lose 20 lbs since November. I am not at my target weight yet, but getting closer. Maybe it will be helpful.

healthybeth

That is great, Karey! I use a calorie counting site (caloriecount.about.com). I think it is real similar to My Fitness Pal. It is very helpful! I have noticed your loss. You look great! Thank you for the encouragement!

Brean

I just wanted to wish you luck on your journey. I teach a nutrition program and I just want to commend you on your positive attitude and your approach. Bless you for using your blog space to inspire others. The world can use more people like that ;)

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