The First Step

My odyssey begins with a first step.  Actually, it's a journey that started late last year.  I couldn't stand how I felt with too much fat all around my body and too little energy.  Being in our 40's has really hit home... something had to change so that we could live a longer and healthier life.

So my wife and I committed to joining a fitness center near our house and we've been working out 3-5 days per week ever since.  It was easier for me than it was for her (she has more weight to lose) and at first I encountered quite a bit of resistance.  But we have made a nice transition in this lifestyle, and together we look forward to spending time at the gym as much as possible.  The last few weeks have been hectic and we have slipped into 1-2 times per week.  We mostly work on the machines (treadmill, elliptical) and the weight machines, but sometimes opt for a swim or a relaxing sauna.  It's a nice place and although it is moderately expensive, I feel it is worth it.  We also walk outside together.

But something has to change again because although we both have lost weight and are feeling better about our bodies, we still haven't achieved our goals.  Nowhere close to it.

This blog is my outlet to discuss the trials and tribulations of losing weight and getting fit.  It will contain personal information, and that's why I will remain anonymous.  But it will be an honest self assessment of my ability to meet my goal using new techniques and equipment to do so.  Remember to check with your personal physician before starting any exercise or diet program.  You want to make sure your body is up to the challenge and have a knowledgeable medical expert standing by to answer your questions.

I will occasionally post details about my weight and dimensions.  Here are my details so far:
Start weight last year: 196
Current weight: 178
Height: 5' 8"
Goal weight: 155
Age: 40's
Diet: I eat very little junk food, minimal bread/pasta/potatoes/rice (more now than my recent modified Atkins diet, though), and strive to make dinners healthy.  We eat salad FOR dinner at least once a week.


Today we restart our fitness odyssey and we are more committed than ever to move forward and achieve our goals.  I hope you join me (us) and start your own personal journey to better health.