Monday...Start Day!

Hey everyone!

Today is not the first day of my weight loss journey. BUT I am starting a new strategy today that I'm excited to share with all of you.

For awhile now, (like since the summer) I've sort of been at a stand still for my weight loss. There's many things that may have contributed, but I'm not going to go there just yet.

 At the beginning of last month, I started a new workout program called Yoga Booty Ballet. I know what you're thinking....don't judge! ;-) Actually, besides all of the yogi "mumbo jumbo" it really is a fun dance-type workout. It also has some great breathing/relaxing techniques I've learned and some great Pilates-style moves as the end that have really helped me tone up.

Since starting YBB, I lost 2.5 lbs. and just over 10 inches! That's pretty good if I were JUST counting inches, but unfortunately for me, I'm not. My main concern is getting my BMI in the healthy range (which I don't think it's ever been before). Although I was noticing my clothes were fitting a little better, I wasn't seeing the scale budge hardly at all. 

So, I decided to go into the end of February and beginning of March with a new strategy. I sort of stumbled across this YouTube channel called Blogilates. It's a fun, bubbly girl who has a ton of great pilates style workouts, along with cardio and strength training. She even made it really easy for us and created a workout calendar for beginners to follow. So, that's what I'm doing. It's totally free and something new to try. I will most likely still continue to fit my YBB in when I can, since it's a workout I do enjoy.

Now, about the food.... I've tried pretty much everything under the sun when it comes to dieting. But, there's one thing I haven't tried, and that's a Low-Glycemic Diet. I've heard of many people following this type of diet and having GREAT success. SO, why not give it a go, right?? Well, my husband and I are. I'm going to be sharing with you some recipes, what I'm eating for snacks and such as soon as I'm able to get this thing going full-blown. 

Also, every Monday from now on, I'll be sharing my progress with you! I'll be re-measuring and weighing in every Monday during my Blogilates routine and this new diet. Of course, I hope it's a great success, but I need you encouraging me along the way! I hope you'll comment and let me know what great habits YOU are starting this week to create a healthier life for YOU. 

Hope to see you all back on MONDAY! :)