ONE SIXTIES

I couldn't be happier today. I completed my 6th Whole 30 yesterday so this morning I woke up bright eyed and busy tailed ready to hop on the scale. 

And what to my wondering eyes should appear? A one, followed by a six. The illusive one sixties. Ever since I began to lose weight last November I have been dreaming about these numbers. I weighed in this morning at 167- making my total weight loss 66 lbs in 10 months. 

Last November I set my sights on losing 70 lbs in a year, and I feel on track to accomplish this goal, plus maybe a little bit more. I am feeling very happy, excited and in control of myself. 

To celebrate I went on a 20 mile bike ride out on Legacy Highway, a flat stretch of road that stretches for miles with views of the Wasatch Front Mountains and Antelope Island. It's one of my favorite places to ride and escape with my thoughts. I was in the best mood for the entire ride. The sky was blue and it felt like fall. There was a crispness in the air that made me giddy for jacket weather, and pumpkin flavored everything. 

After my ride I drove 30 miles to get some soft pretzels from Pretzel Time. I've been craving them for the entire month of August. So, Yes, I drove an hour round trip to buy some soft pretzels. 

I have my priorities.

And yes, I indulge every once in a while. I haven't had any food guilt about it either (which is a nice change of pace).  I think I'm finally in a place emotionally and mentally where I finally realize that treating myself every once in a while is okay, and it won't undo everything I have worked so hard for.

Here is my before and after picture that I put together today. There aren't major differences, but I can tell that my face and my stomach look slightly different. And everyday I chip away at it, and work towards my ultimate goal. 

For the next month I am going to do 80% Paleo, 20% Non-Paleo. However, I truthfully think I'll end up being paleo more than 80% because I just like the way I feel when I eat clean. 

This upcoming weekend is the annual SLC Greek Festival and I'll be having a gyro for sure! Tomorrow I am going up to Snowbird Ski and Summer resort to enjoy Oktoberfest and I'm sure I'll indulge in a beer and maybe some German Chocolate Cake. 

It's all about balance and when I eat at home and at school all my meals will be Whole 30 approved. When I eat at a restaurant I will more than likely order to Whole 30 standards, unless it's an extremely special occasion.

I'll keep you all posted as to how it goes!

And thank you everyone for your support and kind words on social media. The positivity being sent my way keeps me going and I'm forever grateful for all of you! Muah!