It's Tuesday. Ordinary day to most, dreaded weigh-in day for me. Especially when the weigh in comes just a few days after the long Thanksgiving weekend. I tried to be good. I really, really
wanted to be good. But wants only last so long around Ashley's sister cheese ball and Grandma's pecan pie. I did keep my portions way down. I also excercised almost every day even though I was out of town. Well, I guess only the scale will tell. Tonight I will weigh in at the PT gym and my fate will be recorded for all to see. Wish me luck!
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Friday, November 16, 2007
Wow! What a wonderful opportunity this has provided me and my fiance, Ashley. I am truly thankful to be selected as one of the contestants in the Bridal Fit Camp Challenge.
Ashley has joined PT gym and is going with me. It has been a tremendous amount of support. Not to mention, that being active together is bringing us even closer together as we both work toward a common goal.
I have been working out at the PT gym with my trainer, Gene for two and a half weeks now. It is very challenging. So far, I have been excercising about 5-6 days a week. Two nights a week it is just me and Gene. He pushes me to work out harder than I could have ever thought of doing myself. To be completely honest, there have been more days than not that I have rolled out of bed not knowing how I could possibly make it out of bed I have been so sore. But it is all worth it.
We must be doing something right, because as of now I have lost more than 5 pounds! I've also noticed having more energy and agility. It's a great feeling. It makes up for the pain!
Ashley has joined PT gym and is going with me. It has been a tremendous amount of support. Not to mention, that being active together is bringing us even closer together as we both work toward a common goal.
I have been working out at the PT gym with my trainer, Gene for two and a half weeks now. It is very challenging. So far, I have been excercising about 5-6 days a week. Two nights a week it is just me and Gene. He pushes me to work out harder than I could have ever thought of doing myself. To be completely honest, there have been more days than not that I have rolled out of bed not knowing how I could possibly make it out of bed I have been so sore. But it is all worth it.
We must be doing something right, because as of now I have lost more than 5 pounds! I've also noticed having more energy and agility. It's a great feeling. It makes up for the pain!
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Meet Brent Lacy
Being a contestant in The Albany Herald Bridal Fit Camp Challenge would be a blessing for me. My name is Brent. Although the name might suggest differently, I am the bride-to-be. My fiancé, to the amusement of many, is named Ashley. We have been together for five years and are engaged to be married in March.
Ashley stepped into my life shortly after the loss of someone I loved. I was devastated. My life was a mess. I cannot describe how much God has used Ashley to transform my life. I only know that I can't see my life with anyone else but him.
When Ashley and I first started dating I was thinner, but still overweight. I was always athletic in high school. In college, staying up late and cold pizza took the place of healthy eating and exercising. By the time I met Ashley, my bad habits had become a way of life, and it was out of control. I would love to get that control back.
Today, as a special education teacher at an elementary school, I come home completely drained. I really want to change the way I eat and to get fit, but I can't seem to find the energy to do it. I love what I do, and I love my students. Sometimes, it feels like I give them all I have to give. By the time I get home, I don't have anything left for myself.
Another major concern is that adult-onset diabetes runs in my family. A recent visit to the doctor revealed that I was nearly 50 pounds over the suggested weight for my size, and if I don't take control, I will develop diabetes soon.
So, I thank you for listening to my story. Why do I want to be a contestant? Well, of course I want to look pretty at my wedding for Ashley. But I am also hoping for a new leash on the life that will have us both living long and healthy lives together for the rest of our days.
Ashley stepped into my life shortly after the loss of someone I loved. I was devastated. My life was a mess. I cannot describe how much God has used Ashley to transform my life. I only know that I can't see my life with anyone else but him.When Ashley and I first started dating I was thinner, but still overweight. I was always athletic in high school. In college, staying up late and cold pizza took the place of healthy eating and exercising. By the time I met Ashley, my bad habits had become a way of life, and it was out of control. I would love to get that control back.
Today, as a special education teacher at an elementary school, I come home completely drained. I really want to change the way I eat and to get fit, but I can't seem to find the energy to do it. I love what I do, and I love my students. Sometimes, it feels like I give them all I have to give. By the time I get home, I don't have anything left for myself.
Another major concern is that adult-onset diabetes runs in my family. A recent visit to the doctor revealed that I was nearly 50 pounds over the suggested weight for my size, and if I don't take control, I will develop diabetes soon.
So, I thank you for listening to my story. Why do I want to be a contestant? Well, of course I want to look pretty at my wedding for Ashley. But I am also hoping for a new leash on the life that will have us both living long and healthy lives together for the rest of our days.
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