Update

What a week its been so far. I went and ran on Monday and Tuesday, but then I got sick. Unfortunately that means that I havent exercised since Tuesday night. I am trying to stay positive about it and although I havent been working out, Ive been trying to stay active still, and I am still eating healthy. And even though I am not exercising, I am giving my body a little rest. But I am taking meds and trying to get better so that I am ready to hit the gym Monday evening.
I am also proud to say that I didnt go crazy on Thanksgiving. I know that this time of year with Thanksgiving and Christmas, a lot of people have trouble staying on track with their fitness and nutrition plans. I made a promise to myself that I wouldnt let the holidays get the best of me. I had one plate and a small piece of pumpkin pie and that was it. So once I get past Christmas I should be home free.
Some good news. I have been in contact with a recruiter who I came across on a Coast Guard recruiting forum. He told me that once the weight is down, I look like a very good candidate for active duty recruitment. He also gave me the name of a recruiter who works at my local office, who he is very good friends with. My plan is to have the weight off by June or July at the latest, hopefully start the recruiting process right away, and hopefully be one of the first in line for fiscal year 2012, which starts in October. Its little bits of good news like that, that keep me motivated. I have about 44lbs til my max weight, then I have to be 5lbs under before I can be sent to MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station)...so just about 50lbs to go.
Now that I know that I CAN lose the weight...50lbs doesnt seem like all that much. I am going to continue to work hard and stay motivated and get into that recruiting office as soon as possible. Still not able to get on my computer, so Im not sure how long it will be before I can post pictures. Regular entry coming up on Monday!