Starting over

Some know that I have been trying to get into better shape and lose weight since the beginning of August. I even started running, which isn't my favorite thing to do. Eating right, well that's a different story. I'm starting to lose my way, again, just like I always do. But I'm trying to get back on track before it gets too bad. I want to start 'checking in' weekly to update my progress, not only for myself, but for those who are interested as well. I doubt anyone of my blog readers need motivation, but it's out there. I hope that it motivates me. So every Tuesday will be my weigh in day (I pick Tuesday because the Biggest Loser is on, and I love that show), and I will report my loss/gains. Every 6 weeks, I plan on doing measurements. While I'm not comfortable putting my stats on the internet for the world to see, I will post how many inches I have lost.

So, to start with a little background. I have always struggled with my weight, since I can ever remember. I get pumped to start working out and eating right, weeks go by (sometimes just days), and I slowly lose motivation. I tell myself that I can't do it, I don't have the self-discipline that I need to say 'no' to the pasta and cake. I crave these types of foods, and it's not fair to omit what I love from my diet. I have learned how to incorporate these foods I love in moderation, but it's tough when you have events that come up (such as holidays, weddings, birthdays, etc), or eat out because you don't want to cook (hello pizza). It is SO hard to say no.

Then, trying to work out is difficult as well. I used to get up early to work out on my days off before my husband would go to work. That worked well, but started to get old when I was so tired and would rather sleep in rather than go to the gym. I gave myself excuses to avoid the gym. And as of today, it's been over a week since I've been near the fitness center. I will officially restart tomorrow. I will restart with a new starting weight,  new measurements, and a new goal in sight. I hope that the Biggest Loser will keep me motivated with how hard they work out every day, and the amount of weight they lose each week. I know some weeks will be harder than others, and I will have to work around that. But this is something that I need to do for myself to be happy. I need to stay motivated to meet my goals. I just have to find the inner me to give myself the discipline that I need to stay on track.