Weight a minute!

Craig sez:
Slowly over the past few years my weight has crept up to an unhealthy 230 lbs and the usual side effects that accompany this have made me miserable. Last year some may remember that I even started to walk and play Wallyball in an effort to get in better shape. I am happy to say that my heart is healthier, and I feel like I have more energy, but the weight remains.

This year (starting 3 days ago) my company, Corda, is again sponsoring a fitness/wellness challenge. Rather than just having the normal point per mile challenge, they are trying to get everyone to achieve balance in their lives. So not only do I need to exercise, but I'm required (jokes) to take Jean out on a date once a week, drink 64 oz of water a day, limit my sodium, meditate, read (gosh!!), keep a fitness journal, and do service! There is also a list of things I probably won't do like no TV, no soda, and no junk food. I might - but it may take some doing.

So here I go, I'm proud to say that I am doing pretty well so far and feeling better about it. (Although I think I drank way to much water yesterday without eating and I wanted to puke!) I have a goal to drop to 185 lbs by the end of August which is about 3 lbs a week - doable I think if I can start eating right. I'm also starting to ride my recently refurbished bike to work (9 miles one way) 3 times a week. Anyway - you can track my progress at Fit Day if you are interested or if you just want to see if I'm slacking. Check back later for updates and to see what Jean is doing in her efforts to shed a few pounds!