I woke up feeling lacklustre. The reality of the doom and gloom that starts today hit me like a ton of bricks. For the women out there that don’t have an issue with weight, this dramatic feeling will be lost on you, but for the rest of us, trying to part ways with all things delicious feels like I have been given a death sentence.
That being said, I am committed to making a change and the forthcoming posts detailing my “transformation” (of my mindset largely) will be honest and sincere. I don’t forsee this challenge as being easy in any way and whilst I can overcome and do just about anything, THIS has really been a struggle for years with a complete lack of willpower on my part.
So, as promised, my stats are as follows. GULP. The Horror.
Height – 1.74
Weight – 69.8 kgs (NO I WILL NOT ROUND IT OFF TO 70!) My BMI says I fall into the “normal” range – however my fat is centred around my stomach, arms and thighs (so everywhere in other words-except my legs).
So the goal is to lose at least 4 kgs for this month, but more importantly, it is to exercise faithfully, eat correctly, stop eating junk food/processed food altogether 😦 and make informed, healthy decisions for the future.
So I have my work cut out for me, and I am reluctantly ready for the challenge. I know there will be tough days and I already have serious withdrawal symptoms (which are all psychological) – but I am committed. So watch this space.
All da best my friend, soon we both will be thin 🙂
Ha Ha Ha Oms. One day at a time!
All the best – will be doing the same from tomorrow, have 10kg to get off.
Good luck Trace!
Good luck my friend. I was also considering starting my challenge today but have found another excuse…the flu. I am as sick as a dog and trust me have no will power today. However I do find that I seem to find an excuse every month. I am so bloody tired of trying really I am. I am sure though that watching and reading about your transformation might just be the push I was looking for. Mwah
Don’t beat yourself up sweetie. Any professional would tell you that when your resistance is down, that is not the time to do any form of exercising. I will say that the comfort of good food is heaps more satisfying than sweating your ass off at the gym, BUT if you aren’t happy or comfortable with your weight then you do have to do the hard work. It won’t be easy – but it will be worth it. My mind is FAR from being motivated but I am tired of complaining! So, my advice, jump on the band wagon whenever… Read more »
I admire you for being so brutally honest- not just with your readers, but also with yourself. I am “junk-food free” and (most) refined carbs free for six weeks today. Yes it is challenging and yes you will feel moody at first, but I can honestly say I feel so much healthier, not to mention proud of myself. Remember what you told me- NOTHING tastes as good as thin feels! 🙂
Thank you my friend. And well done on your achievement! You are an inspiration to me!
And? How has week one been?
Very very bad. Planning a post now actually to highlight my troubles. Sigh. So much for good intentions.
Sorry my friend. Don’t give up just because it was a bad start!
I am not Kesh. Next week will be better.
Yes it will! *bighug*
Have had bread ONCE in NINE WEEKS and I would kill for a toasted sandwich today! I’m not kidding.* cue The Hunger Games soundtrack* Need some thinspiration!
Repeat after me “NOTHING tastes as good as thin feels”……. Although, just for today – I think some indulgence won’t kill you.