It’s late on a Wednesday night, it’s been a busy week, but I wanted to do a post tonight to remind myself not to give up.
If you followed this blog back in 2009, then you know that I lost around 20 pounds before giving up and gaining the weight back. I have plenty of excuses for this: law school stress, no time, no energy…blah, blah, blah. They are all just excuses. I know damn well that I could have updated this blog, tracked food daily, and done some sort of exercise on a regular basis. I was simply being lazy and not committing myself to the lifestyle change. I half-assed it. There are no other words to describe it!
What makes this time any different? I’m religiously tracking everything I eat and drink on a daily basis. I’m exercising at least 10 minutes every day (I didn’t exercise at all back in 2009). I’m a lot more open to others helping me out. And most importantly…I’m taking things one day at a time. I have a tendency to go too fast, too soon. This time, when I wake up, it’s a new day. If I have a bad day, I learn from my mistakes and move on to the next day.
On that note…I’m off to bed. When I wake up, it will be a new day. 
Links of the Day
- Geocaching: I heard about this on Fat 2 Fit Radio #32. It is a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game. Players try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using GPS-enabled devices and then share their experiences online. It can be a great way to get exercise while having fun. I think I may try to find out near me in the next week or so. Hopefully I’ll find a cool prize and not a piece of crap or something.
- Overeaters Anonymous: Did you know that there is an Alcoholics Anonymous 12-step program for compulsive eaters? I didn’t, until about a couple of months ago. A good friend recently gave me some amazing and insightful information about OA (it worked for him – he lost 170 pounds), so now I may try attending a meeting, either in person or on the phone. OA is not just about weight loss, weight gain or maintenance, or obesity or diets. It addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Does anyone else have any experience with OA?
No… THIS is an inspiration! Dude… you CAN do this. Getting started is truly the worst part. Once you get into the rhythm, it starts to be a habit, and eventually becomes something you actually want to do. It’s not easy, and a lot of the time it’s painful, but you can do it. A bad day here and there does not make you a failure. I’m proud of you, and you know I am here if you need me. I’m always willing to walk/run with you should you ever want, as well.
Thank you Grace! You are so right…I just gotta get into the rhythm of this new lifestyle, and it will become commonplace for me. I will be in touch – I need as many workout buddies as I can get!
Way to commit! Are you planning your meals and snacks? If so, that might be an even better way to track everything, because you set yourself up to succeed for the day!
Thank you! I’m planning here and there, but definitely not on a regular basis. However, I have been told that planning in advance, especially for the week in advance, can go a long way. So I’m going to try and do that in the next couple of weeks.
Scott, you’re back on the blog-o-sphere! I saw these posts pop up in my facebook feed so I had to drop in and say hello. I think it is crazy impressive that you’re open and out there with this journey, and I’m sending you all kinds of positive vibes from DC!
-Maggie
Thank you Maggie! I really appreciate the support!