Day 121: Happy Labor Day!

Happy Labor Day!

I had a light day today, but several students were interested in still having lessons. I can't say no to that enthusaism! :)

You know, time does not stand still. Even when you are working on losing weight and getting fit. I am looking forward to the next 4 months!

I may have to keep blogging the rest of my life. When life gets stressful and I feel the temptation to go back to my old ways, I think, "how would I feel blogging about this?" It helps me to be accountable.

Thank you blog. Thank you audience. Thank you God!

I had a wonderful day. Started with a long walk on the trail. Grits, an egg and tea for breakfast.

I met a new friend at the Grotto before I started my teaching. It was such a lovely day. The perfect temperature.

I didn't get a chance to meal prep, so I had an early dinner at Laughing Planet before my last student of the day. Then I headed to Fred Meyer's to buy some groceries. Meal prep day will be tomorrow!

So, here are today's stats:

Drum roll please:

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BP,Weight and Measurements 09/07/2015

BP: 97/79
Pulse:76

Weight: 192lbs

Neck: 14"

Chest: 42"

Waist: 38"

Hips: 45"

Biceps: R 14"/L 14

Thighs: R 22.5/L 22.5"

Calves: R 15"/L 15"

Ankles: R 9"/L 9"

BP,Weight and Measurements 8/31/2015

BP: 96/74
Pulse: 64

Weight: 193 lbs

Neck: 14"

Chest: 43"

Waist: 38"

Hips: 45.5"

Biceps: R 14"/L 14

Thighs: R 22.5/L 22.5"

Calves: R 15"/L 14.5"

Ankles: R 9"/L 9"

Bye-bye to one more pound of fat! I am pleased that my BP is staying nicely on the low side of healthy.

Any progress is progress!

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