Mar 8th, 2010 - This week was incredible and despite all of the other things I have going on like preparing for a wedding, buying a house, and just working I am still doing great when it comes to watching what I put in my mouth. I'm still working out on a regular schedule and have just began to realize that what was extremely hard in the beginning is getting easier, which means I need to be pushing myself harder in the gym and that is just what Monique at Forever Fit did this weekend....I'm not sure if any of the other contestants noticed but, I think the trainers were just trying to size us all up the first couple workouts. I can say they figured out how to make every muscle in my body hurt now for sure. I didn't realize how many muscles the human body actually used to shampoo hair. Seriously, my arms feel like they have a stomach ache and my legs feel like Jello. Even though I've been sore from the intense workout on Saturday, which didn't really unleash its full fury until 48 hours later...I have managed to keep up with my own workout schedule.

Something amazing occurred this weekend, which I am still excited about. I noticed the pair of jeans my fiance gave me last year hanging in my closet (price tag still on) that wouldn't go on if I had a jar of Crisco and a wench...so I gave them a shot and to my surprise they fit like a glove. I'm glad they did because my old jeans were falling off without a belt. I still haven't figured out whats worse...a small rear in baggy jeans or a baggy rear in tight jeans. To date I have lost 3 inches in my waist, which to me that is just as good as losing 10 pounds. So to those out there on the fence about buying HT...this will make you feel better and look better no questions asked.

Just to keep everyone up to date I've lost 30 pounds and literally earned $1,500.00 towards Bert's Big Adventure. I'm still on track to meet my goal of 80 pounds by May, which would make me not only High School skinny but, Middle School skinny.


 

Mar 1st, 2010 - It’s March and the end of one month on Healthé Trim and all I have to say is that I am pleasantly surprised so far.  In one month I have lost 28 pounds and totally changed my lifestyle. In some ways I look at this as an intervention… you know, kind of like the TV shows you see where an alcoholic or drug addict finally accepts the fact they have a problem and makes the commitment to change.  At first it was hard to admit I had a problem or even consider that I was my own worst enemy.

I am still 60 pounds from my goal weight, but what used to seem like an unobtainable goal is now within my sights. I have had my intervention and have accepted my problem. I’m taking this challenge one day at a time as I move closer to the final weigh-in.  So, let’s just say I’ve been clean since Feb. 3rd 2010! I am making a promise to Matthew Dwyer, Q100 and all the BBA Kids that I will not fail.

I want to thank Matthew Dwyer, Q100, the trainers at Forever Fit, Donna D, especially Tricia my fiancé and all the other supporters I have out there. All of you are really making this a great experience that I will never forget. I have really been taken back at how many people actually do care and want to see me succeed. THANK YOU ALL!

 

Feb 22nd, 2010 - Time for another blog entry already! WOW… what a week. This Saturday myself and five other contestants met with Matthew Dwyer, Idella and Monique at Forever Fit in Buckhead for a tremendous workout. Despite being sick with a cold I still managed to make it to the gym as promised, which I’m glad I did. Idella and the staff at Forever Fit were not only great trainers but, they were awesome motivators. I hate that not all the contestants could make it…we really had a blast.
After being with everyone on Saturday and reflecting on my ride home I could really see the desire and determination in everyone…there was no complaining or dropping out during our workout. Everyone was challenged and we all succeeded. It really feels good to know that we are all in this together and that it’s not only about what we do personally but, what we do as a team. One person losing 50-80 pounds doesn’t cut it for BBA or HT. It is going to take an overall group effort to make this happen. At the end of the day I have to know that I gave it my all and left nothing on the table (no pun intended) and as long as I do that I know for a fact I'm doing my part for this challenge.

Within the first three weeks I have learned a lot about myself and what I’m actually capable of doing. I know that I can’t run 10 miles today…but I know that I will eventually.  It’s no longer about what I CAN"T do…but what I'm striving to do. The end of this challenge will come before we know it but, it’s about what I start doing now for the rest of my life that matters.

A wise man (not really he’s my brother-in-law and just thinks he’s a wise man) once told me when I asked, “Does this shirt make me look FAT?” in response he said, “NO! The FAT makes you look FAT”. So, the moral is we can try to cover up our problems and see them as something else or we can face our problems head-on and do something about them.
I’m on the other side of the fence doing something about'em.

Thanks for reading!

 

Feb 15th, 2010 - Hi everyone!  The second week has been really great. I almost feel like I’ve turned into a new person overnight. Even though it has been just 12 days since I started taking Healthe Trim, I can already notice that my pants and shirts are fitting better. I took my fiancé on a Valentine’s Day dinner and wore a jacket that I haven’t put on in a long time, and that really made my day.  I really want to tell everyone how much I’ve lost so far, but I think I am going to keep it a secret until the end. As far as energy goes, I’m no longer hitting the snooze on my alarm clock and actually start my day 2 hours before I have to be at work instead of scrambling to get there on time.

Last week I incorporated all high protein into my diet, which if you have ever done this you know that it really drops your energy level.  Not with Healthe Trim. The HT keeps me alert and focused and the protein goes to work on burning the fat. It has been two weeks and still not a drop of caffeine and I haven’t even had a craving. So far the hardest part of this challenge has been trying to sit still! The gym used to be a place that I hated to see and would come up with every excuse to avoid. I’ve spent more time in the gym the past two weeks than I ever have and I look forward to going every day. I am thinking by the final weigh-in at Q100 they may not even know who I am.

Again, thanks to everyone for helping and encouraging me.

 

Feb 8th, 2010 - Well, it’s almost been one week since the first weigh-in and I feel incredible. I have noticed a huge surge in my energy levels and haven’t missed a day at the gym yet….I actually worked out twice yesterday. Before the contest started I was drinking at least 5-6 cups of coffee a day but, not one since last Tuesday. The cravings that I’ve had on previous attempts to lose weight are non-existent…I don’t even have the urge to cheat on eating healthy. I’ve cut all the sugar out of my diet, as well as caffeine and starchy foods. Normally I would have already planned my first cheat day and what bad foods I would be looking forward to eating. I don’t even crave those foods much less want to eat them now! I was worried I would get the normal caffeine headaches, which never came.

I’m very thankful to have such a tremendous support system from friends and family who believe I can do this even more than I do myself.  I have a long way to go before reaching my goal but so far Healthe Trim has been as good if not better than having my own personal trainer.

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