March 4th

Well here it is..March 4th.  I have officially kicked my own butt today.  I woke up fairly sore from last night, so I decided to work out this evening instead of this morning.  But other than that its been a great day,  I've had a lot of energy, and really no hunger pains today.

Meals:
Breakfast- Protein shake with berries (water and ice instead of almond milk)
Lunch- A very late salad
Dinner- 4 oz piece of ham, and 2 cups of cabbage
After Workout- Protein Shake with water

Total Calories: 1050
**Lower than intended but I did miss my afternoon snack*

Workout:
45 minutes on an increasing level elliptical (450 calories burned)
Kettle bell squats
Leg Extentions
Leg Curls
Crunches

One more day!

Tomorrow is the day!

Well tomorrow is the day..  Monday March 4th, the day that I officially change my life. I've decided I'm going to go ahead and go to the gym tomorrow morning, instead of waiting till evening like normal.  I have a late starting Monday where class doesn't begin until 1 PM, so this is only logical to go over in the AM, and possibly in the evening.

 I have gathered all my preparations for meals to get me started and now I'm just patiently waiting to get this chapter of my life started.

What I picked up today at the store:

1. Lots of veggies
2. About 12-16 chicken breasts
3. 2 whole chicken
4. Protein and Whey (Vanilla)
5. Cliff Bars, 3 different flavors
6. Yogurt
7. Almond Milk
8. Cottage Cheese
9. Frozen fruit (for my shakes)

I feel like I'm leaving a large amount of important stuff out of that list.  If I remember anything else or feel anything else is substantial I'll make sure to update my post.  

Check back tomorrow evening, and I'll make sure to have all meals and snacks listed with my caloric intake and workout regiment!

The new me.

Well the time has come.  I'm tired of this version me.  I've always been happy with who I am and wasn't ever truly ashamed, however it's time for a change, before any long term effects of an unhealthy lifestyle. On Monday March 4th I'm diving into a new part of my life!  I've decided to set some goals for myself, and it all starts Monday.  Some may say they are unrealistic or near impossible, however I've made up my mind, so it shall be done!

1.    Lose 20 lbs. by April 1st.
2.    Lose 60 lbs. by July 1st.
3.    Compete in Tough Mudder November 3rd.

That's right, I'm going to put myself through hell on earth on November 3rd.  I fully intend on competing and completing Tough Mudder.  I don't care if I come in last, I'm doing it for a sense of accomplishment and to help out with a good cause.  (All money raised from Tough Mudder goes towards wounded warriors) 

In this blog I'm going to take you on this journey with me.  I'm going to include  my daily work out routines, my food, and my calorie intake.  My weight loss will be on a weekly basis, since I don't want to stand on a scale daily and get discouraged if I don't see a change in one day.

Anyway enjoy, and comment if you'd like!