I decided to change my goal weight today, rather than attain my initial goal of 20 lbs. and then start on a new goal.
I feel good about this decision. This means I am almost half way to my new goal.
I feel more genuine doing it this way. When I first started on this site, I wanted to put a manageable goal. Over the past few weeks, though, I have been really impressed with people that set one main goal and then work toward mini-goals. I don't want to see my color bar approaching "goal" weight when I always knew I needed to lose more than that initial 20 lbs.
So, with that in mind, my next short-term goal is to lose that first 20 lbs. (I have 6.5 lbs. to go) by my physical on June 13th. I set my first short-term goal to losing 12 lbs. by Easter (which was 11 weeks from when I started on Fat Secret). I reached that goal on the nose 2 days before Easter.
I am visiting my dad in L.A. and siblings in Monterey in 3 weeks, so I am really going to try to manage that 5 day trip as well as I've managed the holidays and my anniversary getaway.
Thanks for listening.
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1219 kcal
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Fat: 59.71g | Prot: 56.70g | Carbs: 111.76g.
Breakfast: Jimmy Dean D-Lights Turkey Sausage, Egg White and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich. Lunch: Watermelon, French's Classic Yellow Mustard, Kraft Singles American Cheese, Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Mesquite Smoked Shaved Turkey Breast, Franz San Juan Island Nine Grain Bread, Best Foods Real Mayonnaise. Dinner: Strawberries, Grape Tomatoes, Bolthouse Farms Caesar Parmigiano Creamy Yogurt Dressing, Safeway Half and Half Blend, French's Classic Yellow Mustard, Morton Salt, Best Foods Real Mayonnaise, Black Pepper, Hard-Boiled Egg. Snacks/Other: Dove Dark Chocolate Miniatures, Blue Diamond Lightly Salted Almonds, Safeway Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream, Safeway Sugar cones. more...
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2933 kcal
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Exercise:
Sleeping - 4 hours, Sitting - 5 hours, Housework - 2 hours, Driving - 1 hour, Resting - 7 hours, Pushing client in W/C - 1 hour, Standing - 4 hours. more...
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I think that is a wonderful idea! I love keeping mini goals in mind day to day as motivation, while not loosing sight of that light at the end of the tunnel goal ;-) I know you are going to do awesome during your trip!
28 Apr 14 by member: FitOKay
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sounds like you are doing well.. keep in mind our bodies were not designed for a constant fat loss.. to keep from lowering your metabolism - when you lose 10% of your goal weight it's a good idea to maintain that for at least a few months before trying for another 10%.. just food for thought :)
28 Apr 14 by member: courtneymsp
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Courtneymsp, I am prepared for hitting a plateau at some point, but since I could conceivably have set my goal for 50 lbs., I am not terribly worried about losing that 30 lbs. I'm fine with the weight loss slowing down as I get closer to my goal. Anything beyond my initial 20 lb. goal is icing on the cake, for want of a better analogy.
28 Apr 14 by member: gilliansings
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CalynLZ, thanks for the encouragement! Thankfully, none of those family members I am visiting have terrible eating habits. I may eat right at the top of my RDI or even a little above on one or two of the days, but I know I can manage things.
28 Apr 14 by member: gilliansings
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You are doing wonderfully, I know you will hit all of your goals :-)
29 Apr 14 by member: Annabelle3117
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I think that the way you have set up your goals are great. You are doing fantastic, and I hope you have a safe and wonderful trip. Most of all, enjoy yourself with your family.
29 Apr 14 by member: SherrieC
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Have a good trip to Cali next month. Your goals sound doable.Keep it up!!!
29 Apr 14 by member: rockytu
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Have a wonderful trip and great day :)
29 Apr 14 by member: LadyBea40
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I love the new approach to your goals, and for commitment to them! xoxox
29 Apr 14 by member: Ruhu
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Thanks everyone! The validation is so appreciated. I love having you all on here :-)
29 Apr 14 by member: gilliansings
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