Losing Weight

So, in April, Gary and I decided that we needed to get into shape. We somehow finally got the motivation to start. For me, I think it was going to our new doctors office and stepping on the scale and realizing I weighed 151 pounds. I like my office scale better because it said I only weighed 145 pounds. Either way, it was a wake up call for me. I was not happy with myself and really wanted to do something about it.

We have a recumbent bike that we got with our points from our credit card. Here's what it looks like.

We started riding 40 minutes a day. It was really hard at first, but now I am enjoying it. We also started working to get our garden in and get our yard fixed up. This helped us get more exercise each day. We also cut our calories.

For me I have not given up some things; ie chocolate and popcorn, but I am just careful about how much I eat. It makes me feel good to exercise and know that I am doing something great for my body.

Gary and I go hiking and biking on the weekends now. This is so much fun!

Anyway, I have now lost about 15 lbs, but best of all I have lost a couple of sizes. I was wearing a size 12 when I started. Last Friday I went shopping for a few things because nothing fits. I thought I was down to a 10, but that is not the case. I am now in a size 8. I was so excited and for once I found it easier to find something that fits me well.

Then Now

I am so excited for the accomplishment that I have done and feel so good. I look forward to continuing in helping my life to be better.

On another note, Luke and Lizzie got safely home from girls camp. We were a little worried about Lizzie, but she said things were great. I am starting to look forward to going to girls camp in August. I think it will be fun.

Well thats all for now.