Starting My Weight Loss Journey Today

Today is the day that I decided to start with my weight loss plan. I've also decided this time unlike the last couple times to actually write a blog and make myself very aware of what I'm doing on a day-to-day basis. In the past I went from 212 pounds all the way down to 189 pounds. I lost sight of what I was doing and now I'm back up to over 200 pounds. I am going to try and get my goal of 175 pounds by the end of the summer. I know that goal is aggressive, but I am going to do my best to reach it. Unlike last time this time I have a goal and a workout regimen I plan on doing along with it.

My Plan:

My plan is not the most scientific but it is effective in my opinion. I'm going to watch what I eat, and I'm going to exercise. These two things are what every doctor says you should do to get back into shape, and lose weight. I plan on using the treadmill in my house versus spending money on a gym like planet fitness. I think that if I can commit myself to using the treadmill for about a half an hour to 45 minutes a day I will be able to drastically reduce my weight.

My treadmill:

It's funny that some people spend a lot of money to get started exercising at home, but I've taken a completely opposite approach. Since I don't have a lot of cash I picked a used treadmill up on Craigslist for about $75 last year. I plan on using this treadmill that is not the most up-to-date, but still works. I truly believe that it is not always the tool but the person who uses it that makes all the difference. So I just wanted to let anyone know who happens to read this that I'm not using anything that is expensive or hard to get and you can do it too by simply looking at craigslist and finding a cheap one.

Called that was about it for today's first post Ivean healthy today by having a nice wholesome rolled oats oatmeal with some raisins and a little bit unnatural maple syrup. Throughout the day I've had some homemade green iced tea, and a protein bar for dinner.

Tomorrow when I come home from work I plan on setting up my little home gym in the garage with my treadmill that is been gathering dust. I will make a blog post tomorrow just so I get into the habit of doing this and talking about my progress every day. I've put a picture on here of the scale I'm going to be using my starting weight. I hope I can come through on my goals and finally make a difference not only in my life, but in the people around me by being healthier and living longer.