I dont pay to close attention to the scale, I don't have one at home but there is one at work and try to weigh myself at least once a week. But whether the numbers are up or down, I always think about how much water I drank before jumping on the scale, or what I ate, or if maybe I've gained muscle this past week. I also consider how I feel too.

Well this week is 100% chance of rain and cold so no runs for me this week, so I'm going to start using my weights instead and I might add in some yoga too.

It is wise to take a break every now and then to let our muscles repair. I have to remind myself of that, I'm just so afraid if I stop will I start again tomorrow? I'm impressed with your attitude. Some would let that scale defeat them. Good job with going forward.

Well I started.
-Thirteen minuets of strength training and lifting weights. I always start small when I try something new. Don't want to overdue and quit.
-I also went hiking. Only 5 miles because we got a late start. Also it was pretty cold and snowy towards to top.
-I got out the tables to plant my seeds indoors. I get to start early this year because my husband is going to build me a green house for my birthday. Best present ever. I love gardening.

Whoops, I totally forgot to check in yesterday so I'll do it today (it's 5:47 am).

Isabelle, it's tough to see that number go up but it also makes you more motivated. It's good that you caught it now, before 7 lbs gained slipped to 10, then 20, and so on. You're back on track now, and that's all that matters. We're all here to support you:)

In regards to my day, it was quite literally probably my 7th "day 1". I've given up and started over on a healthy lifestyle for the past three years, without being able to sustain anything. Sticking to my calorie goal and exercising like I planned really reminded me of the intense endurance and mental stamina it takes to reach a weight goal.

I admit I've been pretty lazy in that department, but yesterday was a win for me, so I hope to keep that momentum going.

Isabelle - I love your positive attitude! How did grocery shopping go?

Mrsallen - What kind of yoga are you doing? I'm always nosy to see what other people like since there's such a variety out there....

scrapbookingtm - Also a little jealous of your greenhouse! I love to garden, need to start some seeds soon.... Great job not going overboard on new things, and hooray for a 5 mile hike!

Healthybella - I really want to post a gif of Dory from Finding Nemo singing "just keep swimming " but not sure how :-) Just keep trying, and things will click!

I was under my calorie goal for today and cleaned house...it was raining and freezing so that's about it.

@rissavanwey‌ I use the app pocket yoga, it described it's styles as ocean (HIIT), desert (flexibility and detoxification), and mountain style (strength build). I think they're all different types of vinyasa style. I did the mountain style last night and now I'm feeling it in all the right places lol.