I finally made a 30 day comitment

Ok, so I finally decided on a 30 day plan to test myself on before committing to a 90 day program. I cancelled my gym membership and yesterday they let me know I have access to the gym until October 12. As I was getting ready for bed last night saying to myself how I should get up and go to the gym in the morning, how I'd feel so much better if I did (a conversation I have with myself almost nightly) it hit me. "Tomorrow is September 12, giving me exactly 30 days left to be able to use the gym. That can be my 30 day tester program!"

So, tada! My 30 day plan is to go to the gym every day for at least 30 minutes for 30 days. I will most likely alternate between a cardio day and a strength training day. As far as the nutrition part of the 30 days go I'm going to start by counting calories as I always have then switch to diet with mostly whole foods; lean protein, fruits, veggies, potatoes in moderation... I'll start that once I finish up the foods that don't fit into that category that are already in my house. I can't afford to just throw it all away. I'm also going to cut out sugar and mimimize dairy besides what I use in my coffee and minimize alcohol (after I just bought a 12 pack of miller light last night).

I went to the gym this morning and did 50 minutes on the elliptical in aerobics mode (burning 470 calories) and now I'm heading outside to do yard work ::grumbles:: I'm thinking of putting out an ad that reads

Wanted: Lover and companion who is willing to do all yard work in exchange for a well kept house and home cooked meals. Must be willing to keep up with the weeding, leafs, grass, snow shoveling etc...to keep the yard presentable during all seasons. I will help with in home maintenance and upgrades. Applicants subject to compatibility test. Send pictures and wooing description to JaneDoe@mail.com.

Oi...now I understand why people get married.

I made some really good  Low-fat Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies a couple days ago. You can tell their are low fat but they are still yummy with a glass of 1% or nonfat milk. Next time I would add more pumpkin spice to it though. I love the fall and can't wait to start cooking fall recipes! SkinnyTaste.com is my new favorite website for low fat recipes. Tonight I plan on making a grown up version of a kids favorite! Healthy Baked Chicken Nuggets with Baked Seasoned Fries with Skinny Garlic Aliol. Sounds amazing! I'll let you guys know how they came out tomorrow. After I get home from the gym of course!

Despite all my slacking and not staying on track I am happy to report I haven't gained any weight! Well, there was 2 weeks I weighed 3lbs less but overall for the last 2 months I've weighed exactly the same. Which is awesome. At least I know weight maintenance shouldn't be too difficult once I get to that point. Being aware of what you're putting in your body is very important. Once you get the attitude of "Whatever, it tastes good, I'm gonna eat it" and turn a blind eye then you're in trouble.

Alright, I need to stop stalling and go get my yard straightened out. Until next time!