The Biggest Loser Challenge!
I (Lenna) entered a “Biggest Loser” competition. It will run for 6 months. Each month I will have to report and be weighed. Total percentage weight lost will determine the winner. The winner will receive a pretty good reward. $600-700 and the fact that they have lost the weight and are healthier. Second and third will also get a reward. I am really hoping to win! It will be awesome to loose the weight I really want and NEED to, but even if I didn’t win, it will be so great to be in a position that is working toward my final goal. Every step is a step closer. I am not going to say my current weight only that I want to loose between 28-35% of my current weight. (If you ask me my weight I will be honest and tell you. Most people that ask are pretty shocked when I tell them. A few have asked me to prove it, and many say that I carry the weight really well, but I really don’t enjoy the way my body feels.) THIS IS A HUGE GOAL! Right now I feel really motivated, and I hope that motivation will continue all the way through to the end. I believe as I loose weight initially it will drive me to continue working. It is going to be the point when I plateau that I am a little concerned about. But I am not going to worry about it now, I will cross that bridge when it comes!
For those that are interested; here is how I am planning on doing this. First, I am really out of shape. I used to really like to exercise, and be active. That has kind of all gone away, I believe mostly because it hurts. My goal is to work out 6 days a week for at least an hour. In May I want to run a 5K. Actually RUN IT!!! I also want to run one in July and The Dirty Dask 10K September. Next, I am really trying to eat better, not as much sugar, lower fat, and more fruits and vegetables, lean meat, etc.
There you have it, the big competition started on Monday for me since that is when I weighed it, and I have done really well this first week. I only missed one day working out (we went to the temple that night.) I have also stayed within my caloric range everyday. I have already lost 5 lbs. water weight I am sure, but 5 lbs. is 5 lbs.
Good luck!!! Your plan sounds awesome. A tip I learned from my doctor mom — if you want to lose the weight and keep it off, you need lifestyle changes, not diets. That sounds like what you’re doing, so way to go. I mention it though because lifestyle changes usually result in slower weight loss. People can lose weight quickly, but usually they end up gaining all the weight back, plus more, afterward.
Thanks Sarah! I miss you! I was just telling Melissa that it feels like forever since we have talked. But I have a trip to St. George planned so I will call you.
I miss you too!!!! Please call, I’m sorry I never got back to you on facebook. Things have been super busy lately, and I’ve been frazzled. I would LOVE to see you in St. G!!!