Day Two Hundred and Forty - Health is More than a Number on a Scale

So I'm determined to have a better week this week.  I really want to make sure and keep my pace going of at least two pounds per week.  I know this isn't going to be easy, but I know it will be beneficial for my progress.  Today didn't make this process any easier.  It was one of those days where you do tons of work, but at the end of the day you stop and realize there is nothing to show for your work.  In other words, I hardly made any sales today, but I worked on policies from early morning until I left this evening.  I guess the takeaway is that I can have the satisfaction of working hard, even if there are not tangible results to claim.

Sometimes weight loss is like that.  You work each and every day to meet your goal, but when you step on the scale, there just aren't the results you were expecting.  Don't lose hope.  You may not see it in the numbers, but if you are making wise choices with your diet and exercise, then you are making progress.  It may be something that you notice in the mirror.  You may notice your face is narrower or that your arms don't jiggle as much.  Maybe the evidence is that your spouse can suddenly reach all the way around you when giving you a hug (like Bekah mentions to me).  It may be in the size of your clothes.  You may need to buy a smaller size, or be able to wear clothes you haven't worn in a long time.  Regardless of what your evidence is, don't give in to frustration because the numbers on the scale aren't where you want them to be.  They will get there.  I know from experience.  I still have a long way to go, but I'm seeing evidence of my success all around.  I'm losing my butter half.

My calorie intake today was within my goal, but I did overdo it on my snack a little bit.  I capped off my day with a little bit of popcorn and a Reese's egg (frozen, which make them even better).  My workout today was great!  I even added the extra time on my individual arm planks.