Sunday Check-In — March 22, 2026
Seriously… how does my weight keep going up?
That’s the question I asked myself this morning.
At today’s Sunday weigh-in, I came in at:
- Weight: 276.5 pounds
- Last week: 274.7 pounds
That’s another increase.
And it doesn’t make sense on the surface. I feel like I’m eating about the same. I feel like I’m exercising about the same.
But the scale doesn’t lie.
Something isn’t adding up.
A Small Sign… But Not Enough
I didn’t record my waist measurement last week, but today it came in at:
- Waist: 48 inches
That might be slightly down, which could mean some of the activity I’m doing is having an effect.
But let’s be clear — I can’t hide behind “maybe progress.”
The overall trend is going in the wrong direction.
And that means one thing:
I haven’t been as consistent or as disciplined as I think I have.
The Reality Check
I believe I’ve hit a low point.
Not physically.
Mentally.
Because I’m tired of this pattern:
- Talk about what I’m going to do
- Have a decent couple of days
- Let things slide
- Watch the scale go the wrong way
With less than 60 days until Cancun, I don’t have time to keep repeating that cycle.
At this point, I would be very happy to be in the 260–265 range when I get on that plane.
That’s roughly 15 pounds in 8 weeks.
Is it aggressive?
Yes.
Is it doable?
Also yes — if I change how I’m operating right now.
The Truth I Need to Accept
I’m not gaining weight because of bad luck.
I’m gaining weight because of small, repeated decisions:
- Extra portions
- Mindless snacking
- “Just this once” moments
- Inconsistent workouts
- Letting fatigue or routine dictate my choices
It’s not one big mistake.
It’s a collection of small ones.
And that’s actually good news — because small decisions can be changed.
This Week’s Challenges
No vague goals this week.
This is about clear, measurable commitments.
1. No Chocolate (With Structure)
Chocolate has been a consistent weakness.
So here’s the plan:
- Sunday, Monday, Tuesday: No chocolate
- Wednesday: Allowed some dark chocolate (only if I earned it)
- Thursday, Friday, Saturday: No chocolate
The only exception:
Chocolate protein shakes.
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about control.
2. No Fast Food — Zero
This is non-negotiable for the week.
Everything I eat will be:
- Made at home
- Prepared intentionally
- Portion-controlled
No drive-thrus. No quick stops. No exceptions.
3. 15 Minutes of Movement Every Day
This is the baseline.
Not an hour. Not a perfect workout.
Just 15 minutes minimum, every single day.
That could be:
- A gym session
- Incline treadmill walking
- Mobility work
- Stretching
- Light strength training at home
The goal is to eliminate the “all or nothing” mindset.
Something is always better than nothing.
The Shift That Has to Happen
Up until now, I’ve been relying too much on:
- Motivation
- Mood
- Convenience
That doesn’t work.
What I need is non-negotiables.
Things that get done whether I feel like it or not.
Because the truth is:
I don’t need a perfect plan.
I need consistent execution.
No More Waiting
I said it earlier, and I mean it:
This is a low point.
But low points are only useful if they become turning points.
This is where it changes.
Not next week.
Not when the weather gets better.
Not when I feel more motivated.
Now.
The Goal Ahead
Cancun is coming fast.
And when I step onto that beach, I don’t just want to weigh less.
I want to know that I:
- Took control
- Followed through
- Built discipline
- Changed my daily habits
If I do that, the number on the scale will take care of itself.
Final Thought
This isn’t about starting over.
It’s about finally doing what I’ve been saying I was going to do.
Fewer excuses.
More action.
One day at a time.
Let’s get this done.