Weight In # 3

Let me start this week's weigh in post with a brief pat on the back for myself.  I have busted my tail, made good food choices, and have done something active every day for 3 weeks.  Whether it's weights, hitting the treadmill, or walking a few miles with the dog - I've been moving!

Today's weigh in could have been a little frustrating, but I'm not letting it get to me. 

I stepped on the scale this morning, and the number had crept up .5 pounds.  Yes, I'm blessed (or cursed) to have a scale that measures in half pounds. 

But, as I said, I'm not letting the fact that I didn't lose anything this week get to me, for a couple of reasons. 

#1 - I'm still on track.  I've lost 3 pounds in 3 weeks, which was exactly my goal!

#2 - I'm feeling good, and really have not had too much trouble staying motivated - hopefully that will continue.

#3 - Considering the fact that I've been experiencing bloating, water retention, food cravings, and numerous other delightful symptoms associated with PMS, I'm counting this week as a victory (because it could have been a lot worse).

Now, looking ahead to the weekend and next week - I see a few challenges. 

First, it's supposed to rain all weekend, which will make walking the dog at the park a little difficult (and soggy).  So, I'll either have to get creative with exercise at home, or stick with the treadmill. 

Second, we leave Tuesday night to fly to Ohio to participate in Relay For Life with my mom.  While I know that during Relay on Friday and Saturday I'm going to walk miles upon miles upon miles, I'm concerned about getting some exercise in during the rest of our trip.  I'm somewhat torn between not wanting to overdo it with Relay, but wanting to keep the motivation going.  Also, with no exercise equipment on hand, I'll have to get creative with what I do!

For now, however, I'm going to be happy that I didn't gain more than half a pound this week, and look forward to an Ohio weigh in next Friday!