Weight Loss - A Must!!

I can't believe that I haven't blogged yet about my weight loss progress. Let me go back and start from the beginning. In July I began working with an amazingly motivated team teacher Anita. She began talking to me about a local gym and I became very interested.


August 2nd, 2010 I walked into MMA Catch Wrestling Gym. I have to admit that I was TERRIFIED because I had put on weight and wasn't sure how much I could really do. I was surprised at how nice and friendly everyone was and how no one really did pay attention that this big girl was huffing & puffing and sweating like a man. Later in the month I began attending Weight Watchers meetings. Through working out almost every day and WW, I was able to lose 15 pounds and almost 12 inches all over my body.


In January I had a routine visit with my OBGYN, where I was excited to announce that the hubby and I were ready to start a family. My OBGYN informed me that being overweight and pregnant increased my odds of many difficult issues and could even be fatal to an unborn child or myself. With this news I knew I had to kick the weight loss into a new stage. I have been working out, but not like I was and not like I need to be. I did apply for the Biggest Loser (yes - the TV version) and I wasn't a candidate because I wasn't heavy enough. So Billy with the MMA Academy in Smiths Grove has agreed to take on the challenge and write me a Biggest Loser inspired plan for the next 3 months. I'm actually pretty excited about it because I am lucky to have a support family and friends. I know I won't stay this way, but hopefully this blog will help me stay committed.

So, tomorrow I start my 12 week weight loss plan ...... 12 weeks to lose 30 pounds. After much thought I will be blogging through my journey (posting actual weight & measurements weekly & monthly)...Stay Tuned!

Starting Place

When I started thinking about documenting my weight loss journey my sweet & loving hubby asked if I was ready for everyone to know my personal business a week at a time. At first I wasn't quite sure, but I know now that its going to make me stay committed and focused on my goal.

Below is my beginning weight in information.

Time in Journey: Beginning (11 weeks left)  Yes, I realize that posting my weight loss journey may be crazy..... but I MUST stay focused and I think this is a GREAT way to do just that. Plus, if you don't like it...don't read it! Hehe! Just kidding!

• Starting Weight - 262.2
• Currently - 262.2 
• Measurements -
• Bust - 47 5/8 inches
• Hips - 52 1/8 inches
• Neck - 15 inches
• Waist - 46 7/8 inches
• Calves
• Left - 18 inches
• Right - 19 inches
• Thighs
• Left - 26 inches
• Right - 27 inches
• Arms
• Left - 15 inches
• Right - 15 5/8 inches
• What I miss: Eating Sweets
• Excited to - Buying new clothes!
• Other news: My 4th school year is coming to a close. I have really enjoyed this group of kiddos regardless of the ups & downs we experienced this year. I can't believe that first day of next school year I'll be tenured when it seems just like yesterday that I was being hired!!! I am TRULY blessed!