Sit-rep: the gym woes

I've survived two week of gym and acquired a trainer. He's Brazilian and built like a taut tall barrel. He'd be a good guy to call if you needed something really heavy moved.

First thing he told me was that I'll never be thin. I'm not sure how to take that. On one hand, I'm not disappointed because "thinness" has never been my goal. On the other hand, WTF... what kind of thing is that to say to a person just starting their weight loss journey. I'm trying not to hold it against him. I mean all that muscle must take precious oxygen away from the brain :-P

So sit-rep? Overall, I'm good. Weight loss? check 2lbs. Energy levels? Great in the morning... dead by 8:30 pm. Just 15 more days to go to make it a habit.

It's 2011. Now fat be gone.

I've been fat for about 20 years. It's comfortable and safe. It explains my poor wardrobe choices, lack of boyfriend, and my hermit lifestyle. Being fat has allowed me to not care or try. It's been great.

Unfortunately, my age is catching up to me and my body is rebelling against the extra weight by starting a guerilla war against me. I am victim to insomnia, joint pain, heartburn, diarrhea, cramps, and a never ending litany of other annoyances. I am throwing in the white towel. It's time to give in before I give out.

So my resolution for 2011 is to lose 30 pounds. May lord of mercy on my soul!