Michael520

Haven't checked in, in a while, so I thought I'd say hello to everyone. Was ecstatically happy last Friday as I had lost a four pounds during the week, but then demoralized Monday when I put 3 back on. :-( Just have to remember it's a journey and not a sprint. So far this week I'm down a pound or two but this sure does go…

9/15-228lbs 9/29-222 lbs GW: 200lbs

Good change of pace today. Ate at crazy bowls and wraps and had the Power Bowl. Very filling and under 500 calories, you can't beat it! I'm not sure if the nutritional information is totally up to date though, it seemed sketchy. But I feel good about what I ate, and know that I'm doing the right thing. Had a little scare…

Great to hear of everyone's early successes and commitment. It really helps keeps people motivated to see other's making it happen. For those people that haven't lost lbs yet or get out of the gate slow, don't lose the faith. If you need an accountability partner, friend me! Good luck! Mike H.

Mike Heermann checking in at 6'1" and 228 lbs. Goal Weight at end of challenge is 200 lbs Neck is 17 inches Waist (around belly button and love handles is 45 in) Hips 41 inches

Here's a helpful tip for when you're trying to be good: So many times I've logged my meals AFTER I've eaten and I've been surprised to find out that a food was a lot more 'expensive' than I would have thought. When I'm trying to be good, I log my meals BEFORE I eat and this may just sway me to either eat something…

Went to see Kansas, Boston, and April Wine in an outdoor concert last night and experiencing the remnants of Hurricane Isaac. It was like watching a concert while standing in the shower....awesome!! :-) Great to be a part of the challenge...and hope I get a good running start. Need to drink that water!

I'm in. Just getting re-invigorated on MFP. My SW: 233 lbs My GW: 200 lbs by 12/15