Nearing "completion"

I weighed in a few days ago. Work has been busy and hasn't allowed to post, but what can ya do?

Anyways, the result was negligent. I didn't gain or lose any measurable weight. This leaves me at losing 49 for Operation 40 and now sitting at 187.

I have one day left until the next phase begins. I have a business trip next week so i think I may start it in a few weeks.

In any case, I'll keep you updated.

10 days to go

Six months doesn't seem like a long time, but when you embark on a quest such as mine it can seem like an eternity.

There are 10 days remaining in Operation 40. It's been a fun journey, has taught me many lessons and was a success. And, of course, it's not over yet.

I will go deeper into all that I felt, did and accomplished when this is officially over. However, I use the word "over" loosely, as this change in lifestyle will continue on in various forms. Plus, the toning aspect of the plan will be detailed on this blog as well.

But, the best part about Operation 40 has been the compliments. I get them all the time, from men and women. It's nice and I get to tell the story of how much I've lost and how I have accomplished my goal.

All of them have been positive. I've received only one "are you sick?" To that, I replied "No, I'm doing it on purpose."

Here's to a good 10 days.

Back on track

Last week's little setback (though the pizza = OMG) was followed by a successful weigh-in on Sunday, April 18.

I lost four pounds and am now at 187 with less than two weeks to go in Operation 40. For those keeping score, that's 49 since I started in November.

My new goal weight of 185 should be no problem. Then it is on to the task of toning and figuring out the balance to maintain my weight.

That, my friends, will be difficult. I know I can do it, but it will take some hard work. But it will be nice to eat larger portions again, while not going overboard, of course.

A minor setback

I am human, after all.

I gained two pounds over the past nine days. I am now back up to 191. I blame this on having pizza and also little to no exercise, so it's all on me.

However, this is the first time I have gained any weight during Operation 40. Part of it is due to me upping my calorie intake, and it will simply just take time to find the right balance.

In the past I was able to maintain my weight but not lose it. I know I can do the same now.

I still have a few weeks left in Operation 40. Let's see if I can hit 185.

Another day, another dollar, or pounds as it were

Friday came and went. What's funny is I thought it was Saturday, but that's beside the point.

Anyhow, the scale weighed my wonderful self and told me I had lost two more pounds. That's 47 down with less than a month to go in the first phase known as Operation 40. My new goal weight of 185 is now four pounds away.

I have started to add more calories into my diet. Some of the ways I'm doing so is by eating a larger bowl of cereal or having a larger portion here or there. I was drastic with my calorie counts and can start bringing them back slowly.

Go me!