Nicole's Shape Up Showdown

First Work-out

Well I had my first work-out Monday, Jan. 24th. My trainer, Paige, took measurements and did an assessment test. I was not happy with my measurements but i know they will change. I am so excited. I did treadmill and some weight training. I am feeling it today but i know with the soreness comes success. I went back to the BREC facility and did 30 minutes on the treadmill. I felt great. I am still doing pretty good on my diet. Its all about portion control. My 14 year old is going to start walking with me when the weather is good. We are going to start off small. Doug also said that he would walk with me in the morning, real early in the morning. I am very lucky to have such a supportive family and supportive friends. I know last nite was my first workout session but i learned that you can use stuff around your house as weights. I cant wait to meet with Paige on thursday......

TGIF

Well this week has been a very long week for me. I have been doing really good with my diet. I have lost 10 pounds. I started on Jan. 7th weighing in at 311.6 and as of last night I was 301.4. I am so happy. It was really great to finally meet all the participants last nite. I got alot of great ideas from them as far as low calorie snacks and all.

I met my trainer Wednesday. Her name is Paige and seems like just the person i need to push me. I go Monday at 5pm to meet with her for my first workout. She said the first day will be alot of measuring and getting my body fat percentage. I know come next Friday i will be sore as heck but i guess its true, NO PAIN NO GAIN.

Doug, my fiance, has been right there with me. He downloaded the LoseIt app on his phone and is doing a 1500 calorie diet along with me. He has been a great support and motivator. The diet is going alot easier than i thought it would be. I thought i would not be able to eat the things i love, but its all about portion control and believe it or not i get full every meal i eat.

I work at a pediatric clinic and its great when my little patients come in and say "Ms. Nikki, i saw you on TV." they are a motivating too. I have  agreat support system at work too. I earned my second sticker on my Weight Loss Sticker Chart. WOOHOO.

well i guess thats all for now. i will let you guys know how the work out goes, if i can use my arms LOL

Good morning

Good morning. This is the first time I ever do a blog. I am so exceed to be a part of the Shapeup Showdown. I know it's going to be a long hard road but with the support I have I know I will succeed.
A little bit about myself. I am engaged to a wonderful and supportive guy named Doug. He has never once complained about my weight and has always complimented me. He has been a blessing. I have two girls, Megan--14 and Laura--5 who are also very supportive. I live in Maurepas in the water so when summer comes everyone is swimming and in bathing suits except for me. This year will be different I WILL be swimming in a bathing suit. I also have a great support group at work. I work at the St. Jude affiliate clinic here in Baton Rouge. Workin here has humbled me quite a bit, but I can't imagine working anywheres else. My coworkers are amazing and very supportive and motivating. Our child life specialist, Morgan, made me a sticker chart to keep track of the weight loss. I want to thank Stefanie, Emily, Kim, Shantrelle, Donna,
Morgan, Jessica, Joan, Bonnie, Amy, jayme, Tracey and Jennifer and of course the doctors because they ae working with me to be succesful at losing the weight.

I know I have a long journey ahead but I will make this lifestyle change!!!!!!

I started a 1500 calorie diet on January 7th and have already lost 7 pounds.