It’s been awhile so let’s catch up:

Almost 2 weeks ago I posted a few articles about weight loss and tips that could help. Now that I’m vegetarian until 6/30/2010, I’m trying to utilize that to the fullest.

I’ve boosted my water intake by 50%. I now drink about 6 glasses of water daily to offset hunger pangs.

I’ve tried to eat bigger breakfasts as well to pump up the metabolism that’s been mothballed for 4 years.

I’ve increased my workout regiment as well.

So…

I’m currently at 359lbs on the GNC scale and 351lbs on the home scale (with no clothes). Clearly, my clothing has a significant impact on my weigh-ins so I’ll be using the home scale now instead and taking photos for proof. Since I started in May, I’ve gone from 376lbs to 351lbs. That’s 25lbs in 6 weeks folks; not to shabby. Now with my current dietary intake I should be dropping faster yes? Not so fast. Last week’s weight loss was a measly 1lb. Looks like I hit that darn plateau.

To break through, I’m consistently using Couch 2 5K and Fitness USA. Couch 2 5K has been amazing for me from an endurance point of view. Also, once I swat away the annoying Gym rats at Fitness USA, I get a decent workout as well. Every time I go in there though, I keep getting asked if I want a personal trainer. Or a personal one on one with the people who monitor the gym. Or a pet monkey. It’s always something. VERY annoying. I will say that it’s been very hard to make time to work out; something always seems to come up. A flat tire on Angela’s car; more on that tomorrow, work, fatigue and personal events. It’s starting to die down so I’ll be back on track this weekend.

Going veggie has been a challenge. I’ve pulled into a few fast food places, only to skulk away in shame. I haven’t had any meat at all but the very fact I pulled into them was bad enough.

I’ve also only tried a few veggies since I started. I’ve realized that I’m still not a big fan. Yet the interesting thing is that I can tolerate eating less meat, which I never thought I’d say. I’m eating a whole lot better and seem to feel better overall except for one thing. I really feel very fatigued at night or of I only get 6-7 hours of sleep. That never was a problem before but now it is. It may be due to the lack of consistent protein. I’ll be looking into that.

My clothes fit very loose now and I’ve also reached the tweener stage of sizes. Right now I’m between 4xlt and 3xlt. My face has also gotten slimmer; I look less and less like Bluto and more like myself. Looking at photographs from early this year, the changes are noticeable.

That’s it for now; I’ll have more tomorrow and describe to you the hell that is Dick Genthe Automotive services. Also, keep an eye out for a few reviews; as it’s veggie month I’ve got some interesting items to tell you about.