Well here I am at 211 pounds. I can’t even remember how long it’s been since I weighed this little. Overall, I’m really pleased with my progress. However, as my workout has intensified I have been finding myself a little low on energy. Now I know for a fact that I am not taking in enough calories, so I tried to up my intake a bit. Well, that slowed things down. I’m back to my 1200-1400 calorie days. I have 11 pounds to lose before March 5th, so I can get my tattoo.
The little experiment increasing my calorie intake has messed me up a bit though. I am now off track and may miss my goal by a pound. Now everyone says that is not a big deal. But, for me it is huge. I really do not tolerate not meeting commitments, and this is one of the biggest commitments I have ever made to myself. While it is true that I will most likely get my tattoo, after I reach 200 pounds, I will not feel good about it at all if I miss may target date.
I will not let that slow me down, or distract me. In fact I have turned it up a bit and have transitioned from 30 minutes of normal cardio to HIIT (High Impact Interval Training). It’s kicking my ass, but I hope it will push me over the top!
Oh, I should add that, despite being a little low on energy at the gym, I feel better than I have in… well almost as long as I can remember. I actually found myself in a hurry and sprinted from work to the parking garage the other night. I don’t remember ever sprinting when someone wasn’t shooting BBs or throwing snowballs at me!
I'm on a lifelong quest to find the perfect balance between strawberry smoothies and pizza slices. A self-proclaimed gym enthusiast who believes rest days are just as crucial as leg days—especially if they involve NASCAR racing. I lift weights, but only so I can justify my love for chocolate cake. When I'm not at the gym, you’ll find me riding dirt bikes or capturing the thrill of motorsport through my camera lens. Join me as I navigate the highs and lows of fitness, where progress is measured in reps, and cheat meals are a form of self-care.
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