Update #2

I am a little late with this entry but things have been busy at work so I am just now getting around to posting my weekly update.  I weighed in on Wednseday and my current weight is 204.5, down .7 pounds from the previous week, and 9 pounds overall.  I was expecting a little more of a weight loss since I did some pretty intense workouts but I guess there will be weeks when, for whatever reason, the expected weight loss doesn't happen.  I am beginning to see visible signs that the weight is coming off, which is definitely a source of encouragement and motivation.  For example, my pants and shorts are fitting a little looser.  I also had to cinch my belt down one notch which is encouraging.  Overall, I am pleased with my overall progress but a little bummed about the last week's scant weight loss.  Nevertheless, my buddy, Travis, and I are looking forward to a better week this week and my personal goal is to lose 4.5 pounds.  That will put me at 200 pounds on my next weigh-in.  I can't believe I would ever be excited about hitting 200 pounds since I had never been heavier than 190 pounds but I guess that's what happens when you're pushing 40 and your body no longer responds like it's 18!