Reached Goal #1 - Setting Goal #2 (Comparrison Photos)

Goal #1 was 147.0 pounds. Ta da, I'm at 146.5 pounds.

So - I've decided to review my stats, determine my calorie needs and set Goal #2.

My current BMI is 22.6 (Normal: 18.5-24.9)

My ideal weight (according to www.caloriesperhour.com) is 141.0 pounds.
So - Goal #2 is 141.0 pounds by July 1st.

What is my updated caloric requirement?
BMR/RMR (base-rate calories required for survival)
BMR = 1448
RMR = 1405
I average the two so my minimum required calories are: 1427

* I have been spending more time at playdates than exercising so I'm going to put myself into the "Light exercise or sports (1-3 days a week)" category.
* That mean my daily clalorie intake should be around 1,962.
* Because I still want to lose a few more pounds I am creating a caloric deficite of 500 calories.

My updated daily caloric target is 1,462.
(Note: Any exercise above the "1-3 days of light activity" technically means I can eat a little more to maintain my target.)

Wish me luck!

Since I have hit my first goal I am going to post some comparrison photos. As my dear friend, Cheri, said recently: "Know what I'm noticing? That 136 looks so totally different on me now than it did 5 years ago!" Funny - I'm noticing EXACTLY the same thing @ 146.5!! (laughing) I know I'm my own worst critic but I don't think it will hurt for me to drop a few more pounds.

Instead of making you try to find the original photos I will post the Before & the After photos in this blog entry.

BEFORE & AFTER





Now that I've taken a look at these I have to admit it's sad how minimal the difference appears. But there is a substantial difference in the way my clothes fit. So it's good. Maybe I should have just used larger photos... (laughing)

Anyhow, I'm happy to SEE the changes and look forward to reaching my next goal.