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I realized that since I started my weight loss program, I have not updated this site on my progress, which I said I would do once a week. I will update up to this point and then do the weekly updates as I originally planned. Today is day 20… only 1 day away from being 3 weeks into my plan. I am continuing to be very motivated and encouraged with how things are going.

My first weigh in was on day 2… I had lost .6 lbs Not bad for only 2 days!

My second weigh in was on day 9… I had lost 1.8 lbs. Yippee!!

My second weigh in was on day 16… I had lost another 1.2.

That is 3.7 lbs as of day 16. My goal was to lose 2 lbs a week, and that is about 1/2 lb short of my goal. But I realize I really cannot control my rate of weight loss… I will just keep following the Weight Watcher’s Program and I know I will continue to see results!

In addition to the success I am seeing on the scale, I am also feeling much more healthy, energetic, confident, positive, optimistic… there are a whole bunch of positive side effects coming as I make efforts to be more healthy.

I have been exercising regularly, which is so good for me in so many ways. I have been lifting weights a couple times a week, running, cycle class, and using other cardio equipment at the gym. I have been doing all my exercise in the morning, which I really like to do.

I have also been writing in a weight loss journal each night, recording my food, exercise, and feelings for the day (I will post this entire journal for anyone who cares to read it, after I have reached my goal). I really feel that this part of my plan is helping me to maintain my focus. I had a couple of days where I got off track, but writing in the journal before bed helped me redirect my attention back to what I really want. This is a huge accomplishment for me… to get up and get right back on the program after messing up. In the past I have had problems with slipping up and then taking major detours… sometimes for months at a time.

Another thing I feel is helping me is this website. Not only that I have obligated myself to report to the whole world (if they care to read) about my progress, but because I love creating this site. I think its really true what they say about replacing bad habits with good ones… in my case I think I was often eating out of boredom. I am never bored anymore, because I always have something to think about or do that I really enjoy… and that is, writing about the things that matter to me most, so I can share them with you.

So there is my update, for those of you who care to know!

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