~Body for Life~

So at work we started a 12 week challenge with www.bodyforlife.com There are around 25 of us that have signed up for it and have a great leader leading us to the finish line.  I have creeped back to the weight I lost and my clothes aren’t fitting anymore.  It is time to get off my ass and work out.  The problem is that with Reitmans I was on my feet for 8 hours a day non-stop.  At Home Depot I sit at my desk for 9-10 hours a day.  While I’m hoping to get out of my office more and get on to the floor it’s not going to happen any time soon.  So I need to work out at home and make other changes so it works.

I’ve set a goal of losing 25lbs in the 12 weeks.  Mostly I’m looking to lose weight in my hips and thighs.  So need to slim down there!!!

So I’m working out at home, the schedule is:

Mon, Wed, Fri – Weight Lifting/Yoga on the Wii Fit

Tues, Thurs, Sat – Aerobics on my Wii Fit and my Elliptical

I’m shooting for 30 minutes a day.  I’m on day 4 and feeling great.  I won’t lie, I had a cramp in my ass all day yesterday at work and could hardly walk but otherwise I’m not doing so bad.  Food wise I’m eating like a horse and supposed to be eating protein and more protein.  That is a pain and I’m struggling with it.  I know that I will lose more weight if I can get the level of protein daily that the diet calls for.  Mostly I’m trying to eat 6 times a day and drink lots of water.  I get one FREE day a week, whatever I want to eat and no workout.  Honestly I will probably just eat the same anyhow, but take the break from the workout.

I will try to let you know how I’m doing weekly with my challenge.  I can proudly say that in 4 days I am down 3.5lbs already.  I figure that I will lose weight fast off the start and then slow down as my body gets used to it.  Then I will change it up.  In a few months I might go get a membership to Curves or Snap Fitness.  We will be going to the pool on the weekends that we have off together and that will be good exercise.

Anyhow, wish me luck.  Its’ time to make some changes!  Can’t wait to show you the before and afters!