This time last year my friends and I were competing in a "Biggest Loser" competition. It was a very healthy time for James and me. We were eating really well and working out almost everyday. During the 12 weeks of competition, I lost 15 lbs (11% of my body weight). I was very happy with my weight and my body when we finished the competition and I told myself I would continue to live healthily, even after it was all over.
We managed to do this for quite a while. The "Biggest Loser" ended February 8th and come April, I was still at my finishing weight. During the summer I actually lost a couple more lbs due to wedding stress. In July 09 I was exactly 20 lbs less than I was in July 08. Things were good.
Now, however...the weight is starting to creep back. The holidays, as always, were difficult and I ended up gaining a few lbs. I had a certain number that I told myself I would never see again on my scale (until I was pregnant). Today...I saw that number and it devastated me. Granted, it's not the best time of the month to be stepping on the scale....but I'm not going to allow myself to use that as an excuse. I'm really disappointed in myself and I've decided I need to REALLY kick things into gear.
So James and I went to the gym this afternoon. We usually go to the Gold's in Olathe, but we decided today to go to the bigger one in Merriam. It's actually further away, but takes less time to get to because you can take the highway. Typically at the gym, I just hop on the elliptical or treadmill and do cardio the whole time. Today James made me do a leg workout with him. By the time I was done, I could hardly walk. My legs shook the whole ride home. But, I'm feeling good. Nothing like a good workout!
I kind of think seeing "that number" on the scale gave me a reality check. I've decided I'm going to quit making excuses when it comes to going to the gym. I'm going to start documenting my weight every Sunday like we did when we were doing the Biggest Loser. I need to start eating better. These are all things I know I can do. I've done it before....and it's time to do it all again.
I'll keep you updated, Internet.
I saw my "feared number" in November. It was actually one pound heavier than I had ever been. I was too afraid to see any new numbers, so that is when I started getting serious about making a life change. Good luck!
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