Pound by Pound

Fake it before you make it!

Bryant — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:42:12 +0000

I decided to start acting like a skinny person. The idea is that if I act slimmer it will help me to become slimmer. Think of it as an extension of the “fake it until you make it” philosophy. Don’t worry, I plan to only use this technique in areas that might help me towards my goal. For example, I don’t plan to start shopping at the gap anytime soon. I’m not delusional enough to think I can force myself into a size 38 jeans by shear willpower.

So, I thought about the things that skinny people do and don’t do. For example, skinny people are less likely to spend time at the local buffet. So, I’ll pretend to be a skinny and do the same. Also, skinny people seem to do a lot of moving around – running, swimming and those sort of things. So, I decided to try running.

I’ve never been much of a runner. My friends in college and highschool would say I’m “build for comfort, not speed.” Like all my new endevors, I started my research by hitting Google. I found a article written just for the skinny wantabes like me. The Couch-to-5K Running Plan

I’ve been walking a lot the last few months. So, I was a bit ahead of the curve with this program. I’ve been following it for a couple weeks and I feel great. A few more weeks and I can call this an officialy good habbit. Also, I started looking for a locak 5K event to run this fall.

Today’s Weigh-in
Starting Weight: 385.4
This Week: 339.2
Total: -46.2

Inauguration Weigh In

Bryant — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 02:43:18 +0000

I had to peel myself away from the TV today. I’m a bit of a news junkie. So, the inauguration was a bit more addictive to crack. I got myself back into the gym this week and kept up with my journal again.

I’m getting close to the 40 pound mark. I have a wedding later this year and I hope to be around 300. The latest season of “The Biggest Loser” started up a couple weeks ago. It’s both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, it great to see others being successful. On the other, one of those guys lost 40 pounds is two weeks! I’m not saying I want to lose weight that fast. It’s just a bit of a kick in the nutz to see him accomplish in two weeks what took me 9 months!

Starting Weight: 385.4
This Week: 346.2
Difference: -1.2
Total: -39.2

Bryant — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:01:48 +0000

Well, I lost a little steam during the holidays. However, I’m back in weight watcher meetings and hitting the gym. A group of us from WW have formed a team for Lighten Up Wisconsin.

Today is day 1. So, I figured I’d start by posting the before pictures! My weight as of 01/13/08 was 347.4 lbs.

Still on the wagon!

Bryant — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:51:01 +0000

It’s a little over three months since I first started to lose the excess bulk. I’m down 35 pounds – including 3.4 pounds this last week. My clothes are fitting better and I feel great. I did catch myself sliding back into the old self-damaging routine of fast food, but I put a stop to that.

I’ve hit the gym hard the last couple weeks and got a chance to catch up with my old trainer. On a depressing note, I learned that he has been recalled to marines and is being sent back to Iraq. He was working out in preparation of the training he will get before heading overseas. I wish him luck and hope he takes care of himself.

Back on track

Bryant — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 18:08:38 +0000

Whoohoo! Down 6.2 pounds at todays weigh-in. I worked out three times this week. I’ll be honest…the first day sucked. I was sore. The key seems to be to just keep moving. One you stop it’s harder to get going again.

Starting Weight: 385.4
This Week: 366.4
Difference: -6.2
Total: -19.0

Waiting for the next weigh-in

Bryant — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 03:26:51 +0000

Alright, I have my next weight-in tomorrow. Last week I lost no pounds. That’s right – goose egg. A little disappointing…but I was traveling and eating out of a hotel room. Before the diet I would have gained a couple pounds. So, I’ll take it as a moral victory.

To help accellerate things I started working out again. I think I should be back on track this week.

Something other than salad and sandwiches

Bryant — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 21:37:54 +0000

For lunch I wanted something other than a salad or sandwich. I’d been living on them for about a week now. I found a restraunt and ordered a lunch that was 570 cal with 9 grams of fat. It included a salad, come cooked veggies and shrimp. It had some rice, but, I skipped the rice. I estimated about 3 grams of fiber because of all the veggies for a whopping 12 points. Still better than a whopper with cheese, x-large fries and a large coke. The combo meal would be about 30 points.

On the road weight-in

Bryant — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 19:55:55 +0000

This week I’m traveling for work. There was a weight watchers meeting a couple blocks from where I am for the day. I joined a quick meeting and got weighted. I lost another 1.2 pounds. Not too shabby.

Watching what I eat while on the road can be difficult. So far, I’ve avoided the burger and fry joints. However, 3 taco bell tacos (fresco style) is only 9 points…so, I indulged for lunch.

Starting Weight: 385.4
This Week: 372.6
Difference: -1.2
Total: -12.8

Second Weigh-in

Bryant — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 22:31:16 +0000

I had my second weigh-in yesterday – down 1.6 pounds. Not a huge loss, but I’m happy considering it included an Easter dinner.

Starting Weight: 385.4
This Week: 373.8
Difference: -1.6
Total: -11.6

Easter Dinner – No problem!

Bryant — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 12:27:33 +0000

I’m not sure how it happen – I managed to make it through Easter dinner without going over my points. I ended up bearly eating in the morning. Mostly because I was waiting for the food to be ready. I managed to pick the foods that were better choices. Turkey over the baked dish; Bread without butter; and only a small piece of ham. I’ve 8 points left and I’m gnawing on carrots before dinner. Yay me!