4 pounds down!! (Paula)

240 lbs.
4 lbs. down, 96 lbs. to go
51 weeks left
$5 per pounds pledged
$20 raised so far

I was very pleasantly surprised this morning when I weighed in this morning at the Fuse studios, to find I'd lost four pounds! Woo hoo! I'm trying not to get excited about that significant of a loss right away, because it's probably mostly water weight. But, it's 4 pounds I am no longer carrying around with me, and I'm determined not to gain it back either!

I've been doing pretty well with reducing my calorie intake. The first few days were sooo hard, I was constantly hungry. But the past couple of days I've noticed if I small, healthy snacks during the day, it helps. I'm trying to stick with foods with protein, like string cheese or yogurt, because I have read that protein fills you up longer than carbs do.

One challenge for me is trying to drink enough water. My goal is 8 cups a day, and so far I've been able to make it up to 5. I'm going to have to find a way to make drinking water more fun, or not as much of a chore.

I will be starting walking this week, too, with the beautiful spring weather that's forecasted. I was supposed to start today, but I strained a muscle in my back on Saturday, and it's still pretty painful to move, so I want to let it heal for another day or two.

I've been overwhelmed with the support I've received. I have friends offering to walk with me, their diet tips, and lots of words and prayers of encouragement. Thank you!!