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Whoa...the cork was pulled last night lol. Finally, I went twice to bathroom (once at work and once at home) and that last time felt like my body just let loose. I know too much info....but at least i can see the plateau was caused by that constipation. Woo hoo...I am psyched. When I got on the scale this morning it showed 231.4?!?!?! I said that is wrong..I moved the scale to a place where the floor is not so uneven...and poof 226.8. I moved it again and poof...226.8. I stepped off and stepped back on...226.8. I was dumbfounded, my next thought was..can you poop out 2+ pounds of stuff? Then I thought "No, maybe I was weighing myself in the wrong place. My bathroom is tiled but the floor is a bit uneven in spots and that causes my digital scale to give me different readings. Now, I know that after I eat today, I may see a bounce back to somewhere in the 227 range but I know that my plateau is busted...out of the 229 range and trending back towards 220.
Morning Update:
So, I was riding in the Subway this morning and I thought of a few things.
1) Weight Loss and your Personality - Weight loss should not negatively impact who you are as a person. By that I mean, don't become closed or insular with people who are your friends or loved ones. Sometimes people who change physically adopt a "better than you" persona. I don't think I have done that because I am friendly and don't think that has changed and I know it won't change.
2) Judgement - Remember that even if you are losing weight you should not look down on those who are struggling with their weight. We all start from a common ground. Don't assume the person is lazy or slovenly...maybe they have a health issue, maybe they are going through a tough time...there are many reason they maybe overweight. For me, it was anxiety and lack of discipline when eating. We were all there once, instead if you know someone who is overweight, offer them support and understanding.
3) Confidence - As I stood there in the train I noticed two ladies checking me out. It felt good, I felt a redemption of sorts. I mean, all this hard effort is paying off. However, remember, you don't lose weight to find love or attention, you do it for your health and to live a more comfortable life. We can all easily bounce back to the overweight ways and those people who we thought loved us or cared about us could leave. Do it for you, feel confident in your new body but don't base your life goals of companionship around it.
4) Expensive - While weight loss is great, it can get expensive. You may need a new wardrobe, you may need new jewelery or a maybe you start a new gym membership. I know for me, I anticipate having to buy new belts, new ties, new dress shirts, and some new suits. My belt, this morning was sliding about...not really holding up my slacks. It was a size 40 belt...I am at the last hole and it provides no support.
5) Hobbies - Along with a slimming down, I am examining whether to take up some new physical hobbies. Maybe riding a bike (I have to get a bike) maybe hiking, maybe something else. I am athletic and I feel a pull to physical activity...I will need to explore this further. I have been playing softball...but that is only a 2-3 month activity at best.
6) New Start - I look at my weight loss as a new start for me. I used to feel down about how tired I'd be, how sluggish I seemed, how grumpy I'd get. Now, I feel more energy, I feel more alive and more active. Its just the beginning...
Anyway, to those who read and/or comment on my journal. Thank you for your feedback. I find the journal helpful in tracking my activity and thoughts during the day.
Plank Activity - Yesterday I did 2 mins. I have to step it up.
Sunny in NYC...
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