Well, here I am, after 7 months, and I'm still plugging away. As of this past Friday, I have now lost 114.6 lbs, and I'm not stopping yet! I'm getting really kind comments from my students, friends, colleagues and other people. It's definitely motivating.

As I was watching "The Biggest Loser" last night, something struck me. The young lady, Courtney - you know, the girl who had to lose 100 lbs on her own before she was even able to get on the show -- she said something after her weigh in that was really cool. She said something to the effect of this: "No matter what the number is on the scale, I want to be able to come up here and everyone know, including myself, that I did everything possible this week." (Scott's Paraphrase...)

That is what I want to be like. At the end of the day, I want to know that I've done everything possible to make this all happen.

Oh, I know that there will be days and weeks where I have a set back, but no matter what, I'm pressing towards the GOAL.

May all of your days be blessed.

See you in a smaller size!
Scott

100+ and going...

Well, I reached the first big milestone - 100 lbs. lost! On Christmas Eve, I weighed in, and I had reached it - 101 lbs lost since July 9th of 2010. Since then, I've even lost a few more - I'm currently at 107 lbs. down.

A lot of people ask me - "What are you doing?", or "Has it been hard?", among other questions. The answer is always the same - "I'm following the Weight Watchers program, and it's really that simple." - and it really is...

Now, I've also started an exercise program with a trainer, along with a regular program of water exercises, like water aerobics. It all helps.

Don't be fooled - I have had some bumps. This month, I've had to adjust to going back to work after the holiday break at school, traveling to Tampa for four days, and the stress that comes along with my job at this time of year. I've only spent one evening home in the last week. All of this, and I haven't gotten the sleep that I should.

All of these things are factors, and there are consequences. In the first week after New Years, I found that I had gained 3 lbs. Now that isn't terribly significant at my size - less than 1% of my total weight, but it was a discouraging day, nonetheless. The following week, while on my Tampa trip, I weighed in and found that I had lost those 3 lbs back and 4 more - WooHoo!

Then, last Friday, at my weigh in, I came up PLUS 1.6 lbs again -- also a statistical non-issue.

But, it IS an issue, after all - The emotional roller coaster, and the realization that there are going to be days, weeks and months like this. Some of you reading this will understand. But there is a lesson here.

What I've realized is this - I won't lose big numbers every week. Also, if I want to get back on track, then I need to get back on track. That means being more deliberate in tracking my food intake and exercise.

I've even made some minor changes for this week. I'm cutting out as much bread as I can this week. Not completely, but I'm going to significantly cut back. Also, I'm going to eat more fish and other lean proteins. I've got to increase my water intake, too.

So anyway, it's late. I could write for hours, but I need to get to bed. Blessings to all of you who are reading this - Thanks for taking the time to share this journey with me. :)

"Every choice you make has an end result." - Zig Ziglar

Blessings!
S

85 Lbs! I'm getting closer to the BIG milestone!

Wow! 85 lbs! As of this morning, I've now lost exactly 85 lbs. since July 9th, 2010. I feel like I've really reached something.

The really cool thought is that I'm only 15 pounds away from 100!

My Weight Watchers leader, Johnny, believes that I can reach it by Christmas. Publicly, I'm being "optimistic", but privately, I'm giddy with excitement over the prospect! Just think, 100 pounds lost in 5 months -- That's a 5th grader (and even some small HS freshmen).

COOL ---

Well, that's all I can write for now - It's 1:43 in the morning, and I have to be at a workshop in just a few hours...

Talk to you soon!

Scott

I'm on my way!! 75 lbs. and counting

Many have been asking me how I have been doing on this quest of mine. Well, the answer is quite simple! I have lost 75 lbs., as of October 30th. For those who don't know, I started attending Weight Watchers meetings and following their program in July. So, that means in just under 4 months, I have lost the equvalent of a small person. :)

For those who are overweight, you know the feeling that I speak of when I say that my mobility is much better. I can breathe easier at night, and I feel great.

As for the diet, I don't feel like I am denying myself anything either. I eat 5-6 meals a day, so that I can kick start my metabolism, and I try to incorporate more veggies into my diet, rather than carbs.

I haven't eliminated carbs, though. I just don't eat as much.

Anyway, now my goal for November is another 10lbs. That'll bring me to below 400 lbs. for the first time in several years! I'm so excited!

Well, that's all for now -- keep praying for me!

Thanks,
Scott

I'm going to do it myself! (With a little help from my friends!)

Well, I never made it on the show -- God has a different plan, I guess. But I have made a decision - I'm going to lose the weight anyway.

11 weeks ago (or so), on July 9, 2010, I joined Weight Watchers. I weighed in officially at 481 lbs. I know, I know -- "Scott, how did you let yourself get there?" or "Why didn't you start earlier?" -- That's for a different discussion. The point is, I started.

Well, here I am 11 weeks later, and I weighed in this past Saturday at 419.6 lbs. Yes, folks, that's 61.4 lbs in 11 weeks!!! I can feel the difference already.

My mobility is better - My knees definitely feel a whole lot better - and I don't feel like I'm denying myself anything! I'm so excited!!

Well, here's the jist -- My Biggest Loser mission has changed! I'm still going to be the Biggest Loser, I'm just going to do it at home! Stay tuned here for more updates! You can follow me on twitter, too at www.twitter.com/daddynole

Talk to you soon!
Scott

It's March, and I've got to get going.....

In this crazy world of losing weight, one thing's for sure - you actually have to DO something in order to make it happen. That's bee my problem, I guess...

I want so much to lose the weight, but I haven't REALLY set my mind to anything. I keep thinking, "Tommorrow", or "I can start little." I guess the reality is that I need to jump in with both feet.

Today's goal is simple. MAKE A PLAN.

That's what I'll be working on...

I'll let you know how it goes....

The First Step...

You know, the most difficult step in this whole process is getting started. Just like many people, I've read all of the "right" things to do, the plans, exercise regimens to start, and so on....

But my big question is still, "What first?".

In a big way, ive come to realize that for all of my education and acquired knowledge, I really know nothing at all. I keep asking myself if I should wait for the BL (that's The Biggest Loser, for those of you who don't know) auditions, or I should start now. I think starting now is better for me, but then would it hurt my chances of getting on the show?

Wow. The decisions we have to make.

Well, I have to go spend some quality time with my student leaders... I'll let you know which road I take.

Until then....

Scott