Beck80’s Journey to Better Health

Well, so far on this diet, I have lost 9lbs, 3/4 of an inch from my arms, 1 1/4 inch from my chest, 2 inches off my waist, 2 1/2 inches from my hips and 3/4 inch from my thighs. I did cheat a little Thursday night with a glass of wine, slice of cheesecake and chocolate angel food cake. And then again on Friday with another slice of cheesecake. My daughter took the cheesecake to g-ma’s today so it is gone from the house!

I no longer feel like I am starving! Plus I am getting out of the habit of snacking while watching TV. John and I will be done with the diet on March 12, while we are at the coast. I’m stoked about that, because then I can take advantage of the hotel’s great gym!

Once we’re done, I have 2 weeks before leaving for Vegas. I am planning on doing cardio (running or biking) and lifting, with a lot of focus on legs and glutes. Possibly 3 days of legs and glutes, with 48hr rest in between, of course. I tried on some of the clothes I want to wear while we are there and some are still hard to get on. We’ll see if I can wear them or not. I tried on a pair of pants that fit at my waist (no muffin top!!) and make my butt look fab, but they didn’t fit right on my thighs. : p
After I return from Vegas, I have 4 months until we leave for L.A. again. I want to have a plan ready to go so I can jump right inot it once I’m back. I’m thinking P90X or a 4 day lifting split and cardio. Any recommendations, anyone?

So it’s a new year and I have a few trips I want to look hot for. I am gong to Las Vegas for my sister’s birthday on March 27 and we are going to L.A. for my bro-in-law’s wedding. I’ve changed my diet and am eating whole wheat grains and lots of lean protein. NOt to mention lots of vegetables and a few friuts. I haven’t been working out for a while, so I am doing these quick 10 minute workouts. They have 4 minutes intense cardio, 3 minutes strength, 2 minutes core focus and 1 minute cool down stretches. Very simple, and easy to get in. My focus for now, is to get back into a routine of good eating & working out and of course to lose body fat. After I get back from Vegas, I am going to put a big focus on gaining muscle.