Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Week One Check-In
I stepped on the scale this morning and was up 1.3 pounds. Frustrating, confusing, but also motivating—I’m not letting this become a pattern.
Recap of the Week
Training camp season makes it tough to get to the gym, with days packed full of practices and prepping gear. I did squeeze in two at-home workouts, though I know I could have done more if not for slipping into laziness. On the food side, I tried to cut portions, eat more protein, and avoid processed foods. Still, the scale told me a different story.
Walking App Commitment
I keep seeing posts about walking for weight loss, so I signed up for a 3-month trial on one of those apps. I’ll stick to the program and share a review down the road.
Gym Effort
With Sunday off from athletics, I hit the gym for a 15-minute treadmill walk and some stretching. Every time I work out, I feel better—it’s just getting myself there that’s the challenge. Even a short session after football practice could help me build consistency.
Sugar-Free Goal
Cutting sugar is a must. This week, I’m aiming for at least two sugar-free days: no chocolate, sodas, or sports drinks. Small steps, week by week, to build discipline.
Final Thoughts
Seeing the scale go up stung, but it also fueled my determination. My target this week is to lose 3–5 pounds:
- Minimum Goal: 274 lbs
- Target Goal: 273 lbs
- Outstanding Goal: 270 lbs
Time to put in the work!