WOOHOO! I reached my GOAL!
I’m in still in a bit of shock. 9 weeks ago tomorrow, I started my quest to lose 15 lbs by the end of the contract I’m finishing today (June 30th). I enrolled in a lunch time fitness class, that nearly killed me. Remember my stories of phenomenal abdominals, yikes!
I was far from perfect with my weight loss journey. I devoured Chef Beazley‘s cooking on the weekends and…I have to admit, I missed lots of fitness classes. I had other commitments and a couple meetings I purposely scheduled over because the idea of going, just wasn’t appealing.
One week ago, I got on the scale for my final “weigh in” as part of the 8 Week Challenge, I committed myself to. Check out my daily routine, if you’re wondering how I incorporated this new habit into my full life. When I got on the scale, I was pleased – I was 4 lbs shy of my goal. I was still really happy that I had dropped a lb from the week before and hadn’t put any back on. Especially with all the “cheating” and lack of physical exercise I had done.
This morning, I was flying around the house. Packing to leave home for 19 days – headed to do a contract at the Calgary Stampede and then Texas bound for a few days. SO – I decided to jump on the scale! BINGO – 15 lbs down – AHHH…I was SO excited. I woke up my supportive husband to share my excitement ;)
I honestly don’t know what I’ve done the past week to overcome the plateau I thought I was on. Clearly, I wasn’t focusing on it anymore and my new healthy eating habits have helped! I’ve most noticed the loss of inches in my waist, stomach, arms. My pants fit so much looser (as seen in my “after” picture below – they were TIGHT when I first got them) and my shirts lay so much nicer. I’m thrilled and am going to continue being more fit more life.
Thanks for all your support. I encourage any of you to go for your goals – no matter what they are – physical, financial, personal, or business! If you need an accountability buddy – please let me know.
Cheers,
The “hot(ter) & thin(ner)” Robyn
These are my unedited, selfies!!
First day of the contract I started April 16, 2009.
Today, June 30, 2009 – last day of this contract – less 15 lbs!
These pants really aren’t very flattering, but they were very snug when I got them. I should capture a picture with the same outfit when I get back.
I am so so proud of you! You worked very hard and look phenomenal. Cheers my friend!
You look fab! I am so proud of you! You are going to be in TX? Would love to see you if you have any free time. Have fun at Stampede, and safe travels.
Thanks Laura & Kattie! I was HOPING we’d get to see eachother this trip. I’m waiting on John to figure out a couple details, we’re flying in afternoon of 13th and leaving 18th. Talk soon!
Congratultions Robyn. You look fab. But then you always do because you are always smiling! :) Enjoy Stampede, hope to see you at the end of the week
Good for you Babe!! You’re an inspiration. Love you!!!!!
I am very excited for you Robyn!! Good work!! I am going to be on a mission for weight loss right away, so i may take you up on the accountability partner idea!!
Way to go Robyn! I’m super proud of you darling!! See you soon!
Congratulations, Robyn!!! You’re amazing!! Thanks for sharing your success :) …it keeps me reaching for my fitness/weight loss goals!
Congrats Robyn! And just think of all the other pounds you’ll be shedding by with all that running around at Stampede!
Woot woot!! Hot saucy lady! Good on ya Robyn! It’s not easy, I know, but you stuck to it and that makes it even more worth it. You look awesome (although you did before too). B-E-A-Utiful!
You look great, my dear!! I’m so proud of you! Makes me remember the days of us at the gym for personal fitness or whatever it as called at DCCC!
Rob, did you say that you wanted to do another 8-week challenge this fall? I’d be up for it!
I do Laura! I’m actually working on a blog entry about it right now ;)
Thank you VERY much friends for all your support and beautiful comments about Reaching my Goal. Anything is possible when you put your mind to it.