http://checkingmystats.com Follow my weight-loss progress Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:56:51 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I hate my belly.  So my plan is to get rid of it, and I think I'm on the right track. Today, I was tested in a Bod Pod at Dakota Body Testing in Sioux Falls. This quick and painless test shows me how much of my body is fat and what ... http://checkingmystats.com/?p=1004 I realized something today at work.  Snacks abound.  But that's not what I realized.  I realized I can control my urges now.  I rewarded myself with the cookie.  But I only had one.  Because that's all I allowed myself only one. Lately, I've been letting my body's needs dictate how much ... http://checkingmystats.com/?p=998 I have a story to tell.  There was a guy who lost 60  lbs -- but then he got a part time job (in addition to his full time job) to pay off debt.  During those two months, he dropped to his lowest weight.  189 lbs.  But then after completely ... http://checkingmystats.com/?p=994 I know I keep saying I'll be back.  And I keep saying I'm going to finish this.  And while I still consider the project a success, I've had a hard time re-committing to this.  But I am back.  And I'm going to get this done. You're saying, "Yeah right, prove it!" ... http://checkingmystats.com/?p=990 It's almost been a year since I initiated my healthy lifestyle.  And yes, there was awhile when I chose to slack a little bit (and snack a little bit) -- but I'm back on the wagon for now -- and it's fun!  In fact, there are a few things I'm ... http://checkingmystats.com/?p=983 I read a blog entry I wrote January 29, 2009 -- here's an excerpt: There have been times when I looked back and wished I hadn’t done something.  I hope this isn’t one of those times. I never realized how difficult it would be to open yourself up to public inspection.  Especially ... http://checkingmystats.com/?p=972 It's been nearly 10 months since I've had my cholesterol checked.  And it wasn't so hot the last time.  Now that I have my current results, I wanted to compare then with now. Total Cholesterol January 197 mg/dL November 154 HDL Cholesterol January 16 mg/dL November 44 LDL Cholesterol January 161 mg/dL November 98 Blood Pressure January 129/81 mmHg November 120/72 ... http://checkingmystats.com/?p=953 I'm still chugging right along.  Slow, though.  My weight has not changed much for the last few months.  I have been pretty relaxed about my diet and exercise lately.  I have noticed something. My lungs seem to have strengthened somehow.  I'm no longer as winded as I used to be when ... http://checkingmystats.com/?p=950 I've known this for awhile now from personal experience, but after speaking with a personal trainer from Kansas City, I want to reiterate the importance of avoiding a routine in your workout. Your body gets used to the exercise, so why would you continue to do the same thing over and ... http://checkingmystats.com/?p=948 We've challenged each other to lose the most weight in 90 days.  I won't admit it in public, but Jason has a very good chance of beating me.  I've already lost 60 pounds, but a few more can't hurt, right? Anyway, you can follow the progress here:  http://www.jasonvsjonathan.com http://checkingmystats.com/?p=944