Week 2

Second week's weight loss = 3.1 pounds. Total weight lost since April, 9.5 pounds. Wahoo! I was nervous about this weigh-in. We went to Boise for the weekend to see Wicked. I spent too many hours snacking in the car, went to a bar-be-que, missed my Friday session with my trainers, and ate out at a restaurant. I was certain that this week would be a small loss, if I lost anything at all. I was relieved to see that I can live a normal life and still succeed on the scale.

The best advice I've received so far is: "stay within your daily calorie limit." A friend and a cousin who have had tremendous success with weight loss and fitness both told me that. I trust them because I've seen it work for them.

I know the workouts are helping too. I can feel that just after two weeks my body is stronger and more willing to move. My trainers are so helpful. I don't feel sore anymore - Thank goodness!

My hang up is still sugar. I crave it like crazy. I stopped baking to help myself avoid temptation. I'm not even making our bread anymore. I find that the less time I spend in the kitchen, the easier it is to eat only when I'm hungry.

Only two weeks in and I am doing much better than when I first started. Here's to the rest of the journey!