The 11th marked the beginning of week 5 and with that came our mid point assesments, and I am happy to report I was quite proud of myself and what I have accomplished so far. First of all I made it thru the first 4 weeks that in itself was an accomplishment considering those weeks came with the girls trip to Palm Springs, a Graduation party with my favorite food TACOS and this past weekend a birthday celebration and Bridal Shower for one of my dearest friends where an array of frosted sparkly desserts were at arms reach for most of my day. Second who knew I had it in me to continually workout up to 3 times a day and push myself with countless reps of weights and hours and hours of cardio. I guess you all knew... Ive had the most amazing support system and best cheerleaders and feel so blessed for all your motivational comments and sideline check ins.
This was me on my way to orientation (Im not quite ready to post my bikini clad "before" but I will I promise)
Ok so I promised some stats so here are a few that I was proud of ( I was proud of all of them but there are alot) I officially weighed in 12lbs lighter losing 3" off my waist and almost an inch of my hips. My upper arms as well as calves and thighs have all stayed about the same however instead of being jiggly they are getting defined by toned muscles meaning I will soon be selling tickets to the "GUN SHOW" and over all I have lost 5% body fat over the last month. I was also able to take another 15 seconds off my mile run time putting me 30 seconds closer to my goal of a 10min mile. This may not seem like much to some people but when the numbers begin to double over the next month it becomes a greater achievement than I could have hoped for.
I didnt set out very specific goals when I started the challenge but every day I find something to make me smile and some small feat to be encouraged by, its the little things that keep me going day after day.
Congrats!!! You are doing awesome :)
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