Still Going!

It is February! I started this journey almost 1 month ago....eeeek! In 4 days, I will weigh in to get my monthly weight loss, and to be honest, I am a little nervous. My weight has gone up & done this month. I lost over 4lbs, gained a pound, lost a pound, gained two pounds, lost one pound... COME ON! Lets be honest, this is harder then I thought but I am NOT giving up!

Positives This Month

I have been working out 4-5 days per week!! I started working out in the Cinema Room at Gold's Gym. It is dark and no one pays much attention to other people so this was perfect, as I was just getting started. Tonight, I ran in the regular cardio section. :) I am getting in the groove of things. I feel confident and to be honest, I don't care what people think. I am doing this for me! I started this month running 2 miles and Saturday, I ran 5.5 miles in 54 minutes! I still got it! I have always been a runner and it is something I pick up easily but the extra weight is making it a little harder. I can't wait till I am a little lighter and a little faster.

I have also been getting more comfortable with weights, TRX bands and doing circuit training. It is like riding a bike: You can go years without riding a bike but you can jump back on, may be a little wobbly at first, but you can still ride.

Water Water Water! I have been drinking tons of water! I have had an occasional Diet Coke but I have made it a habit to always have a water bottle on me.

Things to Work On

My diet has improved immensely but I still have a lot of improving to do! I did think this was going to be easier so I gave myself one too many free meals. I have been exercising so much more so I kind of figured it would balance out. I need to pay more attention to calorie intake, which has been hard me.

I need to add variety to my diet! I have been eating healthier foods but I am getting bored with the options. I need to try new recipes and get creative with my snacks.

I need to blog more! Life has gotten the best of me and I have been super busy. But this is a priority and I need to keep it that way.

Losing weight & getting in shape is all about the basics: Eat a healthy, balanced diet and exercising. There is no magic pill or shot. A 'Quick Fix' will only lead to quick weight gain. I have made great progress this month and it only gets better from here! I am feeling motivated and ready for this new month!

This month is all about the 4 'D's: Dedication, Desire, Determination and Devotion.

Commit to be Fit 2012

Healthy Wishes,

Alex