Category: Progress

Progress Recap: Days 17 thru 30 (24 miles)

  • Pounds lost to date (since 2/21/26):17.6
  • Pounds lost since previous update (3/8/2026): 8.4
  • Pounds left until 1st goal (235 lbs): 60.4

The little lady in that before & after picture posted above? She has changed me.

What will they look like soon?

There are many quotes about the inevitability of time passing, about how change is inescapable. I can’t help but look at how much Juno has grown over these many months (or look into a mirror!) and see a living testament to the relentless march of time. Regardless, Juno will always be that same sweet baby that I brought home in 2024, all mischievous smiles and boundless energy (just as I will always be that young girl with dark hair).

And while she may still have the same goofy smile and ceaseless enthusiasm, Juno has also grown into a beautiful companion. Both Juno and Willow (still a puppy!) have brought ceaseless joy and levity to my life.

Spring may have sprung, but the clouds bring winter back with them this week

In an attempt to return the favor and keep the girls happy, I spend a lot of time in my beloved outdoors. When not taking walks to improve my mobility or hitting the gym to increase my strength and endurance, I’m outside. I’m throwing frisbees, tossing Chuck-Its, or kicking the herding ball. Indoors, I’m chasing the little devils down to retrieve the sock that they stole from my bedroom laundry basket or playing tug with them on the floor. I’m golden from the sun, grateful to fall into an exhausted sleep each night, and I’m … happy.

Each day, I’m able to be more present for everyone in my life, especially the puppies. As such, I keep chugging along in my efforts towards better health, and I look forward to my own progress pictures one day. After all, time will pass either way so I may as well make changes for the better.

And the changes I’ve made these past two weeks since my previous update? I was able to knock off just over 8 pounds! That brings my total lost to 17.6 pounds with 60.4 to go until my first goal of 235 pounds. Not to mention the 24+ miles that I put in. This wagon continues to move forward, and I am doggedly determined not to fall off it.

0

Progress Recap: Days 1 thru 16 (16 miles)

  • Pounds lost to date (since 2/21/26): 9.2
  • Pounds left until 1st goal (235 lbs): 68.8

Spring has sprung.

It’s been a rollercoaster of a two weeks. I started off strong before severely injuring my foot. Curse you, plantar fasciitis. The worst part? Witnessing the beginning of what looks like to be another horrifying, unwinnable war in the Middle East. Did I eat my feelings about the latter for a hot minute? Absolutely. It took me throwing myself against the wall for days before nailing the landing, locking in, and getting back on track. All this to say is that I’m down just over 9 pounds, so I’m giving myself tens across the board!

Strava shows me walking about 16 miles these last few weeks, and considering my injured foot meant my training log took a big hit for about four days, I will take it!

There are stories to be told about Willow running away from me after ignoring her recall while on a hiking trail at our local off-leash dog park, but I don’t think my blood pressure can handle the retelling. Needless to say, she has some things to continue to work on. I do as well, so I’m putting my head down and will simply continue doing the work.

Juno gets to keep her “Best Dog Ever” title, I guess. For one more week anyway …

Current mood:

Suki, the diva
0

Create a website or blog at WordPress.com

Up ↑