You Will Bloody Fit/Failure Is Not An Option.

Still unable to do up my size (UK sz) 22 jeans, but after a healthy 4.5lb loss this week I'm getting very close. (Support pants will do the rest I'm sure!)
Worked extra hard last week, doing a new class and an extra class, walking 3 miles instead of 1, and generally sweating more in the gym. It paid off for sure!

Weight Loss Weeks;
1. -8lbs
2. -5lbs
3. 1.5lbs
4. 2.5lbs
5. -5lbs
6. -5lbs
7. -2lbs
8. -3.5lbs
9. -4.5lbs

I was a bit disheartened after seeing -2lbs a few weeks ago, but a bit of extra work really does make the difference. I've adjusted my diet with suggestions from my personal trainer too, and that also seems to be helping. I feel strong, healthy and my confidence is sky-high. I've actually spent a good £40-£50 on clothes this week, including my first sports bra and a size 20 top, which while being a generous size is still 1-2 sizes smaller than I'd have bought 9 weeks ago!
This is the most weight I've lost EVER, and the longest I've managed to stick with a plan. I guess I really wanted this time?

2 Months?!

I cannot believe that I have been doing this for 2 months already. I know I keep saying it, but why didn't I bloody do this before?! It's so much easier than I thought it would be, and with my eyes on the prize I don't think I have even 1% doubt that I could ever fail.
3.5lbs off this week, it's an improvement on last week! Every pound gets me closer to my first milestone of 249lbs. Current weight is 265.5lbs.
Stepping it up at the gym next week. Usually I take 4 classes, but this time I'm moving up to 6. And when my little brother goes back to school I'll add another couple. Still gearing myself up for Spin, I don't think I'm at that level yet.
Got a Monday job now. It's not difficult and the time goes quickly, so I can't complain. It's a bit of money in my pocket that I'm grateful for.
Period finally stopped, but if I follow my cycle properly I'll have another one in the next week or so. What a pain!

Highs and lows.

Mmm, was it's been a mixed bag this week.
I had my review, and it went well. I've lost 11.5 inches all over and my standing heart-rate has dropped by 20 bpm. I got a new work out (which is very tough), and my trainer was really impressed by my progress. I've been pushing hard and getting good results, so I thought he would be.
The downer on the week is that my period still hasn't completely finished. Even after 3 weeks! It caused me to gain a couple of lbs in water-weight, and I had vicious cramps yesterday. I still powered through my work out, but it wasn't at all fun. The end result was a 2lb loss on the scale. I'd been looking at a 4lb loss, but attack of the water-weight saw that off. Seems like I'm down one of those lbs today, so everything is still going as it should. I just want my extended visit from Aunt Flo to stop, NOW!

Interview and Review.

Another 5lbs down this week. Seems to be my magic number. I'm pleased though, nonetheless.

Had a job interview today for a position as a parcel wrapper. Only 1 day a week, but completely perfect for me right now seeing I'm in the gym full-time. It'll pay for my membership, and any new clothes I may need following my weight loss. I'll know by tomorrow if I'm successful or being offered a work trial subject to other suitable candidates.

Got my 6-Week review tomorrow. I'm being measured, weighed and having my blood pressure tested, etc. I'll also get a new work out routine, which is great. The one I have has been too easy for a number of weeks now. I've got my fingers crossed all over the place for two decent results tomorrow!

On reflection...

I've been a bit emotional for the last few days. Really regretting that I didn't start this journey a couple of years ago. I really feel like I've let so many years slip away, and it's a bitter pill to swallow each time I look at pictures of old friends who have made something of their lives. I've dealt with loads of issues and could've turned to any unhealthy substance. It just happened to be food, and 150lbs of excess fat is the result.
Some friends have told me to seek counselling, but I'm not sure I believe in therapy. I told them I deal with things in my own way, and they looked me up and down and told me they believe that. OK, so point taken but it's still not for me. I've replaced junk food with exercise, and I'm sure any therapist is going to tell me I'm on the right path anyway. So I think I'll save my money for something else, like a new wardrobe in the near future!
Hoping for a good weigh-in tomorrow, so far the scale has moved in the right direction this week. Worked pretty hard, tried a new class and been making my own dinners for a change. Everything is pretty positive so far, fingers crossed.

Another mini-goal smashed!

What a great week I've had! 5lbs down, and my second mini-goal of getting under 20st (280lbs) has been smashed. I'm now 276lbs. Still obviously grossly overweight, but smiling nonetheless.
I'm starting to enjoy the benefits of being 22lbs lighter. With largely increased fitness levels and slightly looser jeans. Not dropped a dress size yet, but I'm confident it's coming in the next 3-4 weeks.
Another surprise this week was the return of my period after a 2 year absence. I had some mild cramps, but from my weekly loss it seemed unlikely that I retained any water. Didn't have any cravings either, and I remember eating masses of junk food when I had periods before.
I'm glad some of the ladies I post with on FitDay are having success this week also. It's nice to be a part of it and being able to share and celebrate achievements with others!