YAY for the beginning of your journey. If you haven't already, weigh yourself, take measurements and write it all down. We will be eating right and exercising for at least 30 min a day for the next 3 months!!! I know there is alot of info to come but let's get started. The most important thing to do right now is eat the right amount of calories (preferably whole foods) and workout. (I will be posting a lot more about eating and workout tips and ideas this week.) Friday's weight will be a starting point 0 for those just starting and last week for those who are ahead of the game. We will take our – lbs from this weight. An important thing is to use the same scale every time. To get the most accurate weight you should weigh in at the same time of day and wearing the same amount of clothing. For example I weigh in the mornings (when you weigh your least) right before I get in the shower. We will weigh in again next Friday for our first - lbs. If you have a digital scale you will be able to see every little ounce you are losing. If you have a dial scale you will not see each ounce but you will see it moving on down!
Measurements: I like to have body measurements too because it is fun and encouraging to see the numbers change there too. Also, as you are getting healthier there are times that your muscle mass is increasing and your fat is decreasing. Your weight may not change but your measurements still shrink because 1 lb of muscle is a lot smaller than 1lb of fat. We will be measuring again at the end and maybe every month. Make sure and write them down. (This was the best picture I could find so please excuse the random numbers)
1. Chest/Bust: Measure around the fullest part of the chest/bust. Do not draw the tape too tightly.
6. Upper Arm: Measure around the widest section of the upper arm located above the elbow.
8. Waist: Measure your waist at the smaller circumference of your natural waist, usually just above the belly button. I have a very high waist so I take a measurement at the smallest part and around my belly button.
9. Hip: Measure at the widest part of your lower hip. Mine is a lot lower than the picture shows but everyone is different.
Thigh: Measure around the widest section of your upper thigh. (around just one leg)
Calf: Measure around the widest section of your calf. (around just 1 calf)
Good luck and have fun!!!
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