The challenge has officially ended, and I can happily report I lost 6 lbs! I'm seeing a number on the scale I hadn't. I couldn't get past 135 for over a year and just like that, bye 135! Hoping to keep that a lasting trend. I haven't measured my inches yet because I took those 2 weeks in, and I want to give myself some more time. My pants are fitting more loosely though, so that's a positive.
I loved this challenge, but am so excited about tailoring it to my own life. Loved it because it jump started my healthy eating habits again, and I will not be going back to old ways. I didn't love it, because I became a little OCD about my points. There were several occasions where I did not have a choice on the meal, (work functions out of town) and it stressed me out to have to eat food that wasn't "healthy." I want to be able to be a little more relaxed on eating a "cheat meal" even if it's not by my choice. Most of the guidelines that were set, I am sticking to.
I can honestly say I feel like I'm doing life better. Losing the weight and knowing I'm fueling my body with nutrients just motivates me overall. It's caused me to keep reaching for more goals.
I'm so grateful for the community I have at crossfit, and for the opportunity. Here's to continuing to do life better, but with a couple more Starbucks drinks added in!
