172

I finally hit the (altered) goal - I am below 175! To do it during the holidays is amazing. For so long I was in the 180's that I began to wonder if that was just my healthy weight? All this working out and I'm just stuck. I hit 185 in mid September, which was awesome but that was 3 months ago! Finally, 172 - that's just amazing.

I can't even begin to think about the 160's, that would just be ridiculous! My focus: staying commited to my healthy eating and hitting the gym. Bring on the endorphins!

Christmas Parties

So the holidays are a terrible time to be healthy, let alone lose weight. I've just been trying to be consistent and not give in too often. Tonight was our work holiday party and as HR I feel I need to attend these things. So I came armed, I brought my secret weapon - gum! It wasn't hard to avoid dinner (the food did not look good) but the dessert table was a landmine. Luckily I was able to just stay away from the table. I passed just long enough to take a pic but not long enough to get a plate. Another small win!

The perfect spin bike

Today I found the perfect spin bike at 62nd and Broadway. Just under the AC, which was blowing hard. :) I wonder if this bike is popular in classes with people grabbing dibs early? It should be! In the back and under the AC - just perfection!! Made spin just that much better.

Side note: I am pretty sure it's time to invest in spin shoes. The instructor today said they're affordable (start at $30) and give you a better workout (apparently it helps the calves more). Sounds like a reason to justify the expense! I just assumed they would cost like $50 just for ease.