Goals

"Have you given up on me yet???" How many times have I started a post with a similar question or phrase? As much as I love to write, it turns out I'm not a very good blogger. I have the best of intentions, but when life gets busy (and when is it NOT busy?) my blog trails near the bottom of the to-do list. Having said that, I really hope that I may still have a few readers out there! Please leave me a comment or send me an email so I know I'm not just talking to myself (I do enough of that at home)!

My friend Toni has started a blog sharing her fitness and weight loss goals--I thought that if I posted mine on here, maybe I'll be more accountable to meet them! I'm not going to be as brave as her by entering my weight (I'm sorry, but I really don't want you to know that number!), but I will say that I have an initial goal to lose 15 pounds by May 22nd. That date is important for two reasons: 1) That day is my wedding anniversary, and 2) I am running a half marathon that day. Dan was going to run it with me (after all isn't everybody's dream anniversary date to run a marathon together?), but he's now going to be out of the country on that date. I guess he's off the hook!

So, 15 pounds to shed in the next 8 1/2 weeks -- how will I do this? My workout plan is to alternate running, walking, and circuit training (namely 30-Day Shred by Jillian Michaels). It's sometimes difficult to find the time to work out with the kids, but I am determined to do it! Now that the weather is a little warmer, I'm hoping to get the kids in the stroller and walk/run outside. In addition to exercise, I'm trying to work up the self-discipline to say no to chocolate, and watch my portion sizes. I'll check in with you in a few days with my progress. Wish me luck (and consistency!)!

Dan and I were able to go on a no-kids getaway to sunny Florida last week. It was heavenly!!! I'll leave you tonight with a picture taken from the balcony of our hotel room. Thanks for reading!