Everyone's favorite resolution!
I want to get rid of the extra weight that I’ve put on over the past couple years.
Looking back at some pictures of when Brittany and I first met I noticed just how much I’ve added on. I can definitely feel it when I’m playing with Micah or trying to play flag football. I’m slower, I get winded a lot easier than I used to and overall I just feel unhealthy.
Not to mention half my clothes don’t fit correctly anymore, and I like a lot of those clothes.
So I really feel like it is time for a change. It’s time to better my body and mind, time to get back into shape. Not just for me, but for my family as corny as that sounds.
Brittany is also on board with this, I can’t speak for her but I believe she feels the same way I do.
So, maybe you are asking, “What is your goal?” Or, “How are you going to do this Mike?”
Well the answer is simple, Brittany and I are going to eat smarter, which I think is the main problem. Personally, I’m guilty of overeating at just about every meal and I’m guilty of eating a lot of junk food. Fast food is another demon I must conquer, and if I do end up at a fast food joint I must remember to eat as healthy as possible…if at all possible.
Secondly, we are going to be alternating days between some sort of cardio workout and strength training. I don’t really mind jogging outside, but cold weather kind of hinders any type of enjoyment I might receive from that. So, at least for the winter, Brittany and I are doing cardio while we play a video game. That’s right. Dance Central has a workout mode on it, it tracks how many calories you are burning and how long you have been dancing. Plus, it comes with a perk – I get to shake my white booty. Surprisingly enough it really does make me sweat and I’m a little sore from my first day of doing it.
The strength training will be done at home, using everyday essentials you can find around the house. Brittany explained most of that to me and it sounded like it would be easy enough to keep up with, however I don’t remember everything she mentioned. Tonight is the first night we do the strength training, however I might also do more cardio as well – I’m not going to lie it is fun!
Lastly, I’m going to be posting my progress on my facebook page as well as this blog. I don’t know if I’m going to do pictures yet, because I’m not sure if people want to see my hairy squishy pecs. I will do some numbers though:
Currently I weigh: 237 lbs.
I want to weigh: Between 195-205 lbs.
Wish us luck!
Those dance games definitely have an impact. I used to play lots of Dance Dance Revolution back in high school and I remember my legs actually having some muscle to them. Cutting out fast food will almost certainly make a difference as well. If nothing else, you'll feel better for it. Good luck!
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