Valentine's Day is a wonderful day. At least the goal of the commercialized day is commercial and consumer driven (in response to being bombarded for weeks with constant advertisements). We (my spouse and I) could have done better yesterday regarding our diet and exercise habits. But we also realized that we could have done much worse, as in years past.
So going forward here are my beginning stats
My current weight: 309
My weight a year ago this time: 334
My current small goal (short-term goal): To loose 15 to 20 pounds in 31 days (or by March 17th)
My ultimate goal range: To loose 90 to 120 pounds (I believe it is best for me to have a weight range versus just a number) therefore I looking to eventually reach the weight range of 244 to 214.
Ways I plan (or we) plan to accomplish said goals: 2 Zumba classes a week (I have noticed that I work harder in class than in the privacy of my own home with the curtains pulled tight). I plan to continue exercising out of class: with my Zumba dvds, treadmill walking, and just making a habit to move more.
I also plan to include food accountability to assist me in my goals
Timeline to complete the ultimate goal: 1 year and roughly 31 days (by March 17, 2013 which will be my 6th wedding anniversary).
I did it!! One of the hardest things I set out to do (the honesty factor and actually list out my real weight in real time). Adding my actual weight to this blog will hopefully bring positive, good vibes our way. Weight is a hard and tough issue to deal with in our society. Some (Americans) feel it is an individual choice to be overweight while others believe it may be a combination of things (advertising, accepted social culture like the drive thru, processed foods, etc.). I believe honest with myself and spouse will help me to reach my goals. I believe it is hard to reach goals when you cannot lay down the simple facts (like how much weight I need to lose versus my ideal weight versus any other fabrication of the truth).
More information will be coming your way sooner than later on the logistics! I must admit, I love, love logistics!!! I am a planner to the core, but let's see how well my attention to detail and timeline will pay off (rather reward us) for our estimated hard work and continued lifestyle changes.
