Ok, so here's an update on where I am now. I finished both weight loss programs about a month ago and have taken a little break. My first competition was with the Weigh and Pray group. This is where I had the opportunity to win $5000. Well, I came in 4th place. No money, but I lost over 35lbs in 12 weeks. I really wanted the money, but losing that much weight was totally worth it. The other competition I was in was The Biggest Loser competition at my church. And...I won!!! I was totally shocked. I worked really hard an won $500 for Jeanne Jester, a missionary in South Africa and $500 for zoe, our college ministry at church. It felt good to win and felt even better knowing that I was done with my competitions, so like I said, I took a little break. I have continued to crossfit but I stopped eating strict paleo. Surprisingly, I have only gained 5-6lbs back, but I still have about 20 left to lose, so now I am setting a few new goals.
1. I want to do a pull-up in crossfit!!! I have been a crossfitter for a while and have not yet graduated from the ring rows to the pull-up bar. I know those of you who are BA crossfitters are like, "what's the big deal"? but doing a pull-up seems almost impossible. I know losing weight will help but I need to lose more and get my strength and technique right. I am giving myself to the end of the year to get a pull-up and be able to do them in a work-out. I promise to keep you updated on my progress.
2. Lose those last 20lbs and look amazing in my swimsuit for vacation. Randall and I are going to Mexico in August with Jason and Vanessa (our BFF's) to celebrate Jason's birthday and I am determined to look my best in my swimsuit. I'm not looking for Sports Illustrated status, I just want to feel great on the beach.
3. Make Paleo eating a real lifestyle. I started Paleo at the beginning of my weight loss competitions and felt great. For the last month, I have added some sugar and bread back into my diet and man can I feel it. Just this last Saturday at Yoga, I felt horrible and it's because I have been eating those things. When I first started I was so strict so now I want to make it last. Sounds easy, but I love me some bread!!! :)
So, here are a few of my new goals. Say a prayer and wish me luck!!!
