WOW! 140 pounds. That's right, I've lost 140 pounds since July 9th! It's really kind of weird to say that. When I started this journey, I knew that I was in store for a long road ahead. I mean, I had 280 pounds to lose!
But now, after just under 10 months, I'm HALF WAY THERE!!
SO... for now, I'm celebrating. I truly know that I still have a long way, but it doesn't seem as big a hill to climb any more.
In addition to all of that, I feel like I'm starting to make a difference with those around me. I hope that's true. If there's anything that comes out of this whole experience, besides getting healthy, I hope that I can find a way to reach out to those around me and really make a difference.
Soooo -- Here's to being half way to my goal! If I can keep this same pace, I'll be writing about reaching 150, 200, and more pounds real soon!
Blessings!
Scott
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Monday, April 18, 2011
137 Pounds and counting!
It's kind of surreal. I reached a milestone of getting below 350 lbs this week. I even almost reached the 340 mark! When I weighed in on Friday, I came in at 343.2 pounds. That's a grand total of 137.8 lbs lost, just since July 9th of 2010!!! 137 POUNDS!!
Even though I am doing so well, I sometimes keep in the back of my mind that I am not yet 1/2 way to my goal. I still have about 160 pounds to go.
But, just the same, I said going into this journey that I knew it would take around 2 years. I guess I just wish that it would take less...
Anyway, for the last 2 weeks, I have been taking part in what's called the Daniel Fast. At my church, Christ Fellowship (www.gochristfellowship.com), we have been going through a perid of fasting and prayer - a sort of spiritual search for guidance from God. We're looking for guidance from God both corporately and individually. But that's another post.
For this fast, which isn't really about denying yourself food altogether, it's more of a "restricted" diet. This fast is more like a Vegan diet, but with more restrictions. I haven't had coffee, meat, sugar (or artificial sweeteners), processesed grains or bread in over two weeks now.
It's kind of been a dietary revelation. You see, I REALLY like meat, chicken and fish. But I've found that I can get along without. Also, I haven't really missed the coffee TOO much, but I do look forward to Friday....
Health-wise, I feel good, I'm just ready for my fish and chicken!
All that being said, let me say this -- It's not a bad idea to incorporate more of the fruits and vegetables into your diet. You might feel like you're "grazing" all day, but that's kind of a good thing.
Well, anyway, I've kind of rambled on for too long now. I'm going to bed.
I'll check in again soon! Only 12.2 lbs. more to my next major goal - 150 pounds!
Oh, and one more thing. If you're reading this, and you're going through a weight challenge yourself, there's no better time than TODAY to start your breakthrough. People ask me all the time, "What was the big catalyst that made you make a decision to start losing?"
Do you know what my answer is?
I tell them, "I just woke up - literally." You see, you don't need a major thing to happen to cause you to get up and do it.
Just wake up tomorrow and go.
See you later,
Scott
Even though I am doing so well, I sometimes keep in the back of my mind that I am not yet 1/2 way to my goal. I still have about 160 pounds to go.
But, just the same, I said going into this journey that I knew it would take around 2 years. I guess I just wish that it would take less...
Anyway, for the last 2 weeks, I have been taking part in what's called the Daniel Fast. At my church, Christ Fellowship (www.gochristfellowship.com), we have been going through a perid of fasting and prayer - a sort of spiritual search for guidance from God. We're looking for guidance from God both corporately and individually. But that's another post.
For this fast, which isn't really about denying yourself food altogether, it's more of a "restricted" diet. This fast is more like a Vegan diet, but with more restrictions. I haven't had coffee, meat, sugar (or artificial sweeteners), processesed grains or bread in over two weeks now.
It's kind of been a dietary revelation. You see, I REALLY like meat, chicken and fish. But I've found that I can get along without. Also, I haven't really missed the coffee TOO much, but I do look forward to Friday....
Health-wise, I feel good, I'm just ready for my fish and chicken!
All that being said, let me say this -- It's not a bad idea to incorporate more of the fruits and vegetables into your diet. You might feel like you're "grazing" all day, but that's kind of a good thing.
Well, anyway, I've kind of rambled on for too long now. I'm going to bed.
I'll check in again soon! Only 12.2 lbs. more to my next major goal - 150 pounds!
Oh, and one more thing. If you're reading this, and you're going through a weight challenge yourself, there's no better time than TODAY to start your breakthrough. People ask me all the time, "What was the big catalyst that made you make a decision to start losing?"
Do you know what my answer is?
I tell them, "I just woke up - literally." You see, you don't need a major thing to happen to cause you to get up and do it.
Just wake up tomorrow and go.
See you later,
Scott
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Motivation
I was listening to a video by John Maxwell this morning, and he was speaking about Motivation. One thing that he said was that motivation isn't the catalyst or reason that you do something. Rather, it's the by-product or end result of doing that thing.
He said that you need to be a "Nike person", and "Just Do it!"
That really impacted me yesterday morning. In my weight loss journey, there wasn't anything that moved me to the decision. Well, not one major catalytic event, anyway. I just simply made a decision.
At first, there was determination. I set a goal and reached for it. The decision was the motivation in itself. Now, 7 months later, I find that I'm motivation for a different reason - THE RESULTS (so far)...
You know, the motivation does come as a result of the action. I'm experiencing it now!
So, my challenge to you is this -- JUST DO IT. Don't wait for ANYONE to motivate you first!
Let me know how it's going!
Blessings,
Scott
He said that you need to be a "Nike person", and "Just Do it!"
That really impacted me yesterday morning. In my weight loss journey, there wasn't anything that moved me to the decision. Well, not one major catalytic event, anyway. I just simply made a decision.
At first, there was determination. I set a goal and reached for it. The decision was the motivation in itself. Now, 7 months later, I find that I'm motivation for a different reason - THE RESULTS (so far)...
You know, the motivation does come as a result of the action. I'm experiencing it now!
So, my challenge to you is this -- JUST DO IT. Don't wait for ANYONE to motivate you first!
Let me know how it's going!
Blessings,
Scott
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Non-Scale Victory!
You know, not every victory on the weight-loss journey comes from the scale. There are what my Weight Watchers leader calls "Non-Scale Victories". I experienced one this week.
When I weighed in today, I found that I've only lost 1/2 a pound this week. "REALLY!?!?", I thought to myself. I was really hoping for more. Oh, well -- you can't win 'em all. So I went to the meeting and thought about my week. I really did have an awesome one.
First, I enjoyed myself during the Super Bowl. While a lot of people were trying to figure out how to snack sensibly during the big game, I just decided that I wanted wings... So I had some. I think I had 10. Not a HUGE deal, but I have saved up (points that is), so I treated myself.
Secondly, I was able to make some changes in my gym memberships that save me money, or at least gives me a GREAT value for my buck. I was paying for an add-on membership for my younger daughter, which she really hasn't been using, and an upgrade for myself that allowed me to go to the Boynton Beach club that has a pool. I like the aqua aerobics class there. That was costing me about $45 extra dollars a month, on top of my basic membership at 24 Hour fitness, where I work with Layne, my personal trainer.
As luck would have it, I found a membership deal at the LA Fitness close to my house that gives me the best of both worlds. They have a pool, and aqua aerobics classes (WAY more than the 24 hour fitness in Boynton), all of the workout amenities, AND I can bring two guests ANYTIME I go - ALL for one monthly price, $34.95 a month!
I felt like I had really accomplished something!
So if that weren't enough, I decided to ramp up my exercise this week. Tuesday (the day after I joined the new gym), I took one of the "Aqua Fit" classes at the new gym. That was good - Nice full-body workout!
On Wednesday evening (around 5 pm), LA fitness treated me to a free personal trainer workout. I did about 50 minutes of strength training. Whew, I've done good so far! But wait - there's more!
On Thursday morning (6 am!), I went to my training session with Layne at 24 hr fitness, and got put through a pretty intense 30 minute set of upper body strength and resistance workout. Ok -- now, I've really worked out! By Friday, I felt it!
All of that to say, I just KNEW that I was going to have a good number on the scale on Saturday. 1/2 a pound!?!? wow.
So, I decided to seek out the Non-scale victory. I stopped by the 24 hr fitness, and asked Layne to check my measurements again. We hadn't done this since last month, so I thought, "Let's see..."
You know what? VICTORY! Since January 11th, besides the 12 pounds that I've lost, I lost 12.75 total inches, including biceps, forearms, waist, hips (5 inches here alone!), thighs, and calves. I felt redemption! Thank you, Jesus!
So just remember, not every battle for in the war on excess weight is won on the scale. Sometimes, we have to find the Non-scale Victory. A bunch of those sprinkled in with the actual weight loss makes winning the war that much sweeter.
Until next time!
Blessings,
Scott
When I weighed in today, I found that I've only lost 1/2 a pound this week. "REALLY!?!?", I thought to myself. I was really hoping for more. Oh, well -- you can't win 'em all. So I went to the meeting and thought about my week. I really did have an awesome one.
First, I enjoyed myself during the Super Bowl. While a lot of people were trying to figure out how to snack sensibly during the big game, I just decided that I wanted wings... So I had some. I think I had 10. Not a HUGE deal, but I have saved up (points that is), so I treated myself.
Secondly, I was able to make some changes in my gym memberships that save me money, or at least gives me a GREAT value for my buck. I was paying for an add-on membership for my younger daughter, which she really hasn't been using, and an upgrade for myself that allowed me to go to the Boynton Beach club that has a pool. I like the aqua aerobics class there. That was costing me about $45 extra dollars a month, on top of my basic membership at 24 Hour fitness, where I work with Layne, my personal trainer.
As luck would have it, I found a membership deal at the LA Fitness close to my house that gives me the best of both worlds. They have a pool, and aqua aerobics classes (WAY more than the 24 hour fitness in Boynton), all of the workout amenities, AND I can bring two guests ANYTIME I go - ALL for one monthly price, $34.95 a month!
I felt like I had really accomplished something!
So if that weren't enough, I decided to ramp up my exercise this week. Tuesday (the day after I joined the new gym), I took one of the "Aqua Fit" classes at the new gym. That was good - Nice full-body workout!
On Wednesday evening (around 5 pm), LA fitness treated me to a free personal trainer workout. I did about 50 minutes of strength training. Whew, I've done good so far! But wait - there's more!
On Thursday morning (6 am!), I went to my training session with Layne at 24 hr fitness, and got put through a pretty intense 30 minute set of upper body strength and resistance workout. Ok -- now, I've really worked out! By Friday, I felt it!
All of that to say, I just KNEW that I was going to have a good number on the scale on Saturday. 1/2 a pound!?!? wow.
So, I decided to seek out the Non-scale victory. I stopped by the 24 hr fitness, and asked Layne to check my measurements again. We hadn't done this since last month, so I thought, "Let's see..."
You know what? VICTORY! Since January 11th, besides the 12 pounds that I've lost, I lost 12.75 total inches, including biceps, forearms, waist, hips (5 inches here alone!), thighs, and calves. I felt redemption! Thank you, Jesus!
So just remember, not every battle for in the war on excess weight is won on the scale. Sometimes, we have to find the Non-scale Victory. A bunch of those sprinkled in with the actual weight loss makes winning the war that much sweeter.
Until next time!
Blessings,
Scott
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
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
Sunday, January 23, 2011
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
Friday, November 19, 2010
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
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
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