Weight Loss Plan

Goal

My goal is to lose 1.6 pounds per week for one year (unless I get pregnant).

My desired weight is 155 pounds.

Reward System

Weekly Goal: Lose 1.6 pounds

Reward: 1 fancy dessert and soda

Monthly Goal: Lose 6.5 pounds

Reward: Fancy restaurant date with Brad

Quarterly Goal: Lose 20 pounds

Reward: Shopping Spree! Buy new clothes.

Ultimate Goal: Lose 85 pounds within the year (or get pregnant)

Reward: Bed and Breakfast Inn weekend getaway

Diet

The goal is for me to not eat more than 1900 calories a day. I should eat most foods in moderation and should only have small portions at meal times, especially dinner.

• Fruits and vegetables-- no limit.



• Whole wheat bread (no white bread)



• Nonfat yogurt



• Low fat cottage cheese



• Boiled eggs



• Lots of water



• No soda, fruit juices, or milk



• Fish and chicken (not fried)



• Small portions of red meat



• No ice cream or other tempting desserts (unless earned)

I've decided to let myself go easier on weekends and eat what my family is eating so I won't feel left out. I also plan on taking daily vitamin supplements just in case I get pregnant during the process of trying to lose weight.

Exercising

Luckily, I've already established a daily habit of exercise with Brad over the last five months, so exercise is already a routine for me and won't be a big adjustment. Brad and I go to the gym every weekday morning at 6:00 before Brad goes to work, so it has become a daily ritual for both of us. My area of improvement includes doing more weight lifting so I can burn more calories when I exercise.