The Night Before the Adventure Begins

Everyone says to themselves, "starting tomorrow I'll...." Well, this time, it really is starting tomorrow. As of 6 minutes from now, I'll officially be on day 1. I don't know how long this adventure is going to last. My goal (made about 4 months ago) was to be the weight it says on my license by March 1st. That's about 65 lbs in about 32 weeks from now. That's 2 lbs a week from now until March. That's a lot! But, with the right attitude, work, support, and plan, I can make it happen. I'm mostly making this blog so that my family and friends can support me on this trek to a skinnier me. I know a lot of my family members are making positive changes in their lives, and I was inspired to make a positive change in mine. I'm also writing this blog in the hopes that letting my friends and family see it will motivate me to keep updating, and hold myself accountable for my mistakes and successes. I'll update with pictures, helpful tips I've found, recipes for tasty healthy foods, and news of my successes and troubles.

For my first update, I'll give you some pictures. This is what my body looks like now. I'm not quite ballsy enough to post pics of myself in sports bras and bike shorts, so I'm going the Jenny Craig route. Ya'll can see what I look like fully clothed. Plus, hey, that makes this blog safe for
work.

(Sorry about the toilets... these pictures were taken after everyone else went to bed. I had to do it myself.)

I know that change cannot happen as an overhaul of one's life, or else it won't stick. Living a healthy lifestyle is about making smart choices. I want to start making my smart choices slowly. So, I'm going to establish some goals every week (other than my 2 lbs loss). This week my goals are to go for a half an hour walk, and drink 64 oz of water every day.

I also know that since these choices can be hard to make, I should reward myself whenever I achieve a goal. If I make me weekly goals, I need to give myself a small treat at the end of each week, like an extra long shower, or a fun activity. I also have to give myself rewards for achieving my bigger goals, like pounds or inches lost, or 3 weeks straight without cheating. This is often the hardest part for me, coming up with good ideas for rewards. This is where you, readers, come in. Not only do I need ideas for healthy goals, but I also need ideas for good rewards for my weekly and larger goals. Comment! Help me out here!

So, my plan starts tomorrow. See you on the other side.

Samantha