From Spark People for January 31^st

“Congratulations!  You have worked hard for an entire month to help make your dreams a reality.  By now, you are well on the way to achieving all of your goals.  Use what you’ve learned here to keep going and set new goals in the future.”

What I have learned this month:

1.  I did not give up when the only weight loss on the scale the entire month was .2 pounds.

2.  I learned I can increase my exercise a lot and still not lose weight as quickly as I would like.

3.  I learned it is ok to take my time and do it right and be proud of myself every day.

4.  I learned I can walk up the stairs at Carlsbad State Beach (4 times.)

5.  I learned I can eat healthy and clean while camping and sleeping in a tent.

6.  I learned there are so many wonderful people for me to be inspired by just by looking for them and asking for their support

7.  I learned it is really not a good idea to do the treadmill barefooted.

8.  I learned from Power 90 I really like doing weights.  Did I really just say that?

9.  I learned I can work through pain, not die and be glad I did.

10.  I learned there is so much more for me to learn.

What did you learn about yourself and your weight loss journey in January?

From Spark People:

“If you haven’t yet settled on your top goals for the year, do so today. Writing down your goals (in specific terms) means you’re more likely to achieve them.”

My top goal is to release my final 140.7 pounds of unhealthy fat by 12.31.10. This would mean losing an average of 0.383561644 pounds  daily or 2.8 pounds per week.

A weekly calorie deficit of 9864 for the week. This would be a daily calorie deficit of 1410  calories (which is a lot.) However working this out this way I know what I have to do to realistically have this intention and can see every day if I am on track.