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Weight Loss Journey Day 1

Well I’m back to work, and decided to also get back to the gym!! I need to get back into the gym for several reasons, 1) I still have about 11 pounds before I’m back to my pre-pregnancy weight, 2) I still want to loose 12 pounds after that (total of about 23+ pounds), 3) it’s the healthy thing to do, and 4) the monthly dues are taken out of my account so I might as well go!!! LOL! So the last week leading up this day I pigged out, and ate all the foods I had no business eating!

I decided to blog about my weight loss journey so that I will be forced to take ownership, and actually follow through with this goal. I’m almost ashamed to publically display this information on the internet, but I know that this information is just temporary, and I will be able to post information that I am actually proud about.

So here goes…

My current weight is…ok well maybe I’m not secure enough to display that information, but I will show my current body fat percentage and BMI which is just as bad! Yikes!

Body Fat Chart (for Women)
Essential Fat 10-12%
Athletes 14-20%
Fitness 21-24%
Acceptable 25-31%
Obese 32%+

BMI Chart
18.5 Underweight
18.5 to 24.99 Normal Weight
25 to 29.99 Overweight
30 to 34.99 Obesity (Class 1)
35 to 39.99 Obesity (Class 2)
40 or greater Morbid Obesity

As you can see my body fat is borderline obese, and BMI is considered overweight! YIKES!!

My plan is to stay active daily even if I don’t make it to the gym by riding my bike, walking Biff, taking Joshua for a walk, going hiking, walking on my lunch breaks, walking the mall, jogging, etc. I will lower my carb, sugar, and salt intake, and eat more healthy snacks throughout the day.

I look forward to a new healthier Brandi!!

BACK TO WORK! UGH!!

Well, I was back to work today, and in all honesty around 12 noon I was over it and ready to go back home. It wasn’t all that bad because Joshua stayed at home with Darnell which made things a lot easier. The plan is for me to work from home 2 days a week for the next 3 days then Joshua will be off to day care *sad face*. After looking at about 10+ day cares (both centers and in home) I finally found one that I liked. It is a nice size, clean, and the teachers all seemed nice and great with the kids. Even though I’m not happy about having to leave my son with someone else, I do believe that he will be in good hands while I’m at work.

Joshua Literally Laughing Out Loud

We were hanging out in the bed one day when we caught Joshua having a grand ole time! Darnell starting playing with Joshua, and that is when the laughs began! I'm so glad I was able to catch this on video. This video cracks me up...as you can hear I'm laughing right along with him!! I love this boy!

Happy 4th of July!!

To our surprise our neighbors had a huge fireworks show on the 4th. Unfortunately we knew nothing about so it was just Biff and I that was able to enjoy the show. Maybe next year D & I will see if they plan on having the show again, and we will buy a few for them to set off and invite some folks over to enjoy with us!

2011 Family Reunion McKeesport, PA

Forth of July weekend Darnell's fathers side of the family had their annual family reunion in McKeesport, PA. The first night they had a meet and greet at a local hall where everyone met up for dinner and socialize. They also had different contest for the adults and kids which included a mini talent show. There were a few ladies that sung some lovely songs, two girls whipping their hair back and forth to Willow Smith, a boy teaching us how to Dougie, and even a small comedy show by Darnells brother which was the MC! LOL. Joshua even won an award for being the youngest member of the family in attendance! His parents were so proud! LOL!

The hotel had a wonderful breakfast spread that we took advantage of each morning. Here is a picture of Joshua and his great-grandfather during breakfast. He was kind enough to hold him while Darnell and I ate. For some reason Joshua doesn't like to see us eat...like he should be the only one that has a meal! LOL!

Joshua at the family picnic! "Hello My Name is Joshua!"

Bedtime!