Week 12: I'm Still A Loser

I weighted in this morning and was pleased with the result. I lost another 2.2 pounds, a little more than intended, but I won't argue with it. That brings me to about a half a pound away from 50% of my weight goal and the lowest weight I've seen on the scale in 20 years!

When I think about 25 lbs, and having another 25 lbs to go, I am very excited. I can't imaging running miles on the trail holding a 25 lb weight, let alone two 25 lb weights! I can already see how reducing the weight is lessening the impact on my body during my long runs. I also feel an increase in energy, probably a combination result of quitting smoking, improved nutrition, weight loss, and the ongoing exercise.

I am anticipating that the next 25 lbs will be harder to lose, since each additional pound represents a higher percentage of my total body weight. But I won't get frustrated. I will just remain focused and chip away at the pounds one at a time.

Weight Loss Summary

• Week 01: Lost 4.0 lbs
• Week 02: Lost 3.1 lbs, 07.0 lbs total, 3.5 lbs per week
• Week 03: Lost 2.6 lbs, 09.7 lbs total, 3.2 lbs per week
• Week 04: Lost 2.0 lbs, 11.7 lbs total, 2.9 lbs per week
• Week 05: Lost 1.6 lbs, 13.3 lbs total, 2.7 lbs per week
• Week 06: Lost 1.5 lbs, 14.8 lbs total, 2.5 lbs per week
• Week 07: Gained 0.4 lbs, 14.4 lbs total, 2.1 lbs per week
• Week 08: Lost 3.1 lbs, 17.5 lbs total, 2.2 lbs per week
• Week 09: Lost 2.2 lbs, 19.7 lbs total, 2.2 lbs per week
• Week 10: Gained 0.9 lbs, 18.8 lbs total, 1.9 lbs per week
• Week 11: Lost 3.5 lbs, 22.3 lbs total, 2.0 lbs per week
• Week 12: Lost 2.2 lbs, 24.5 lbs total, 2.0 lbs per week