Setting a goal, making a plan

Plateau. That is the land I have been living in for about the last 8 months or so. After giving birth to Caden and gaining around 35 pounds, there were moments it felt like those last ten pounds would never leave! I was so proud that I did it all on my own at home, working out hard and watching what I ate. It sure felt incredible on the day I actually lost more then I had gained! Seeing the scale say 125 was like a miracle! And for the last 8 months, 125 has been a very satisfactory place to be. The weight isn't really the issue anymore, it's the stomach fat that is just like Jesus-it never leaves me or forsakes me...ok so maybe it does forsake me. The problem isn't just post baby either. I wish I could blame it on having a baby, but alas my stomach has always liked to protrude, making me look prego even when I am not. Do you know how horrible it is to have people ask if you are pregnant when that couldn't be further from the truth? Sigh. Well I've had enough of wallowing in self pity, thinking that I will never be where I want to be. Hence the start of this blog. The fitness instructor I enjoy getting beatings from was talking about setting a goal, and I realized, aside from losing the baby weight, I don't have tangible goals, and therefore never meet them, and therefore I always feel like I'm not doing good enough. Sounds miserable huh? Well today that cycle is ending! Here is my goal for the next 30 days:

Lose 1 inch in my stomach
Lose 1 inch in my hips
Maintain weight
Make fitness magazines pay me for using my body on their cover

It may not seem like it is too lofty of a goal, but during the holiday season I figure it is pretty reasonable. I mean, I do still need to have my one peppermint mocha a year I allow myself:)

My current measurement in those areas is:
29 inches at my waist
37 inches at my hips

To reach these goals, I have set into place a few things:
1- this blog. I figure I can use it to keep track of my progress, stay honest, and maybe inspire someone along the way.
2-start a food log. I have started a food log several times...notice I said started...and stopped within a few days. I'm planning on using this for the full 30 days.
3-I have set clear and attainable goals.
4-I will have to eat sauerkraut and guacamole, my two least favorite foods, if I do not reach these goals.

I'm off to a great start as tonight I resisted the urge to eat one of my favorite desserts...peanut butter and chocolate yummyness. Don't worry though, I'm planning on eating it tomorrow at lunch:)
Well that is about all I have to say for now. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!