This month has sped by.   We’ve had snow, ice, and sunshine.  It’s been a lovely Christmas season – and sharing it with my 4 year old daughter, has been such a gift.

I haven’t been rigid with my eating and my progress, while good, isn’t as far along as it could be.  I had goaled to be at 230.  That was a good goal, provided I had created an effective structure for achieving it.  I didn’t though – and without that, I continued progressing but not as quickly.  That said, I found these two pictures that really help me see how far I have come.

The more I think about it, the more I’m certain that having a structure will bring me the biggest results.  That will be my focus in the coming year… automating everything so that it becomes like breathing to the food that I want to, exercising, and living a fully embraced life. 

So, click more to see the numbers…

Weight: 242 (-2 lbs)
Height: 5′8″
BMI: 36.8

Measurements

Neck: 14
Bicep: 14 (-.5″)
Forearm: 11
Chest: 45
Waist: 42 (-2″)
Hips: 46 (-2″)
Thigh: 25 (-.5″)
Calf: 17 (-1″)

The measurements are what have me dancing today.   That and this picture that shows me visibly my progress!

My question for you today: Are you going to watch your health, food and exercise over the holidays?  If yes, why?  If no, why? 

Embrace Love, Embrace Life, Embrace Your Health!

I snapped this picture last night to give a general sense of where I am today. Not the most flattering picture, but that’s okay. The “before” pictures are rarely flattering. I haven’t found a picture of me before the 30lbs I lost, but if I do, I’ll post it as well.

The good news about this picture is that the pants I’m wearing are baggy from the weight I’ve lost. Another 10 lbs and I’m doubting they’ll even stay on. Signs of progress. I’ll take each and every one.

For the record, here are my numbers:

Weight: 250
Height: 5′8″
BMI: 39

Measurements

Neck: 14.5
Bicep: 15.5
Forearm: 11.5
Chest: 48
Waist: 49
Hips: 51
Thigh: 28
Calf: 19

I’ll update these numbers weekly.