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#18/71 Set small goals

Throughout your life, you may notice there are certain laws or concepts that are universal or overlaps in all aspects of your life. I.e. Measure twice, cut once, Think before you speak, Aim at nothing and you'll hit it every time! Setting goals is so important yet how many of us do it...then actually follow through? This weeks blog is about setting small goals.

The weigh-in? First I want to apologize to my readers I was so crazy busy last week I didn't get to blog in. But, the weigh in is the same for the last couple of weeks. I'm at 204lb. I dont know about your progress, but it's obvious to me this seems to be my new set point. Originally it was around 210-215lb. I've plateaued. And it sure doesn't seem like I've progressed much in the last 60 days. But, like all things it takes time. I can tell you that my eating habits have changed, my pedometer is showing an all time high around 60-70k steps a week. I'm conscious about portion control and have increased my water intake. So, why the plateau? I'm sure there are plenty reasons, but I'm confident in saying my body has adjusted to the decreased calorie intake. There is always room for improvement ie. less creamer or no creamer in my coffee each day, less condiments in my food. I can tell you I've even reduced the frequency of going to Chinese buffets(one of my great weaknesses...geez I love to eat, but then again who doesn't). So, why the plateau? I still haven't implemented a daily exercise routine. Life always seems to get in the way.

Setting small goals is essential to weight loss like everything else. I had read this great example. Just like working on losing 50lbs plus is pretty overwhelming so is eating a whole stick of Salami(don't you love the food examples). Try eating a whole stick of Salami in one sitting: It's just not going to happen and if you try odds are you're going to get sick! On the other hand, eating a slice here or there is much more manageable. My small goal currently is just getting under 200lb. It's just 4lbs right? Shouldn't be too tough? Hey when you plateau even 1lb seems impossible.

The solution is "easy" work out on a regular basis. MAKE TIME to work out, life shouldn't get in the way especially if getting in the way could cost your health. but here's something exciting I'm in process of getting the P90X program. I've had a number of friends whose been on it and it is effective. A ton of hard work, but well worth it if you are able to achieve your weight loss goals and become stronger and healthier in the process. I'll keep you guys updated! So, everyone hold me accountable right now the small goal is to get under 200lb. Wish me luck!

Just live,


Anthony