Brand New Fitness Report

Okay :-)  I officially need to lose some weight.  I stepped on the scale tonight and was shocked.  I have not weighed this amount since I was pregnant with my daughter in 2006.  Gah!  I decided to document my starting measurements and weight and will track my progress and tips every Monday.  So without further ado, my beginning measurements!
Weight: 124.5 ( no judgments please)
Right Bicep- 11.5     Left Bicep- 12
Right Thigh- 22.5      Left Thigh- 22
Right Calf- 13.5        Left Calf- 13.5
Hips- 37.5
Waist- 32
2" above naval- 30.5     2" below naval- 34.5


Now keep in mind that I use the Bowflex measurement scale.  I started my work out routine tonight.  I have not really done any cardio since my brain surgery in December 2010 and this was my first time really on my elliptical.  I was able to do 5 minutes.  That is ridiculous for me.  I was a gymnast for 18 years.  I am mortified by my very weak stamina and quite frankly embarrassed.  I have planned on adding 2 additional minutes every day until I can officially do 30 minutes without being short winded.  I have also started eating different and am really really trying hard to give up fast food and soda.  For those who know me personally, you already know how gruesome this will be for me.  I just know that my motivation is feeling sexy and confident while lying on the beach in August.
When I was in high school, I struggled deeply with anorexia.  This makes exercise and dieting a semi-touchy topic for me.  And I am really really sick of my Fitness magazine making me promises that if I follow the latest fab I will have instant Lean Legs, Flat Abs and a Firm Butt.  So, this my way to track my progress, keep me motivated and force me to stay on top of it.  I will also be able to pass on the tips that have worked.  Keep checking back every Monday for a new tip and to cheer me on with the progress I have made.


Tip #1  Find a friend.  Use this friend to motivate you.  If you have someone to work out with, you are more likely to actually complete a workout.  Even if its a neighbor that you take a short walk around the block with.  There are more medical benefits to working out with a friends too!  Being social and having someone to share with actually helps reduce stress and lower your blood pressure.  So get in shape, spend time with someone you care about and feel better..ALL THE WAY AROUND!!!



My Motivation #1

-Danielle