Starting Over...Again

Day 1-So here I am again, another Monday, another attempt at  losing weight and getting fit. I have set goals, started programs, joined gyms, hired trainers but I have remained in my heaviest weight range for the past 5 years. My weight has been alarmingly high for the past 12 years. I'm now at the point where the "extra fluffy" parts of me are obstructing my lifestyle and comfort. I decided to start over...again.

As of today I started using the JEFIT Pro workout tracking app for my cell phone and Weight Watchers for my meal tracking. I've had great success with Weight Watchers in the past but I did not follow through after 3 or four months. I will say, I lost 40 lbs in a few months before and it took over a year to put it back on. I know the key for me is portion control and LOTS of exercise. It will be SUPER IMPORTANT for me to get my workouts in BEFORE 8am if I have any chance of staying reaching my ultimate weight loss goals.                                           So the workout  routine I've chosen works me 5 days a week, focusing on alternating upper and lower body two days each and abs and cardio on 1 day. I must say it felt good to lift weights again. I didn't do the recommended time on the treadmill BUT I will go to Zumba class after work to make up for the mere 10 minutes of cardio I did this morning. I plan on doing two workouts a few days a week just for the extra cardio boost. Zumba is my favorite cardio workout. Period. I'll be looking for more ways to include it in my weekly routine.

I'm proud of myself for COOKING last night and planning my meals for the day! Lord knows that is my first stumbling block, preparation and procrastination! I'm happy to say I have my food planned for the whole week. The trick is making sure I cook when my rehearsal schedule picks up. Life is much easier when I'm prepared and do what I say I'm going to do. I'm off to a good start now I must plan for a good finish.

I'm taking a deep breath and making the effort to journal/blog everyday to chart my progress. I know I'm not the only one who's been trying for years to let go of something unhealthy which can/does hold you back from the ultimate peace and happiness you can have in your life. I'm going to just put myself out there and publicly chronicle this journey with the hopes of motivating myself and others to never give up on goals and dreams.