It starts today

I have started and stopped more times than I can count. I hope that this time will be the last time. I know it is going to be a struggle. I know that it is going to be hard. I know that it will take time and that I can't lose overnight what I have gained in 3 years. I'm not sure what I will post here, but I want a journal for myself that will document this journey.

I joined a challenge at SparkPeople in the 30 Something Moms group. It will run for 12 weeks. My goal for 12 weeks will be to lose 1 pound a week. But I plan to use the WW plan to help me achieve my goals. In the meantime, here is a glimpse of how I am going to work towards my goal.

My current weight: 209.5
My ideal weight range: 106-136.5
My goal: 135 - 140

Major Milestones: 10% - 21 pounds - 193.5 - a pedicure - goal date February 2, 2009
10% - 19 pounds - 174.5 - a massage - goal date June 15, 2009
10% - 17 pounds - 157.5 - ???????? - goal date October 12, 2009
10% - 15 pounds - 142.5 - ???????? - goal date January 25, 2010
5% - 7.5 pounds - 135 - REACHED GOAL - - goal date March 22, 2010

My Nutrition Guide - Calories needed to maintain - 2610
Total calories per day to lose 1 pound per week - 2110 Fat calories - 30% = 783 or 87g Saturated Fat - 10% = 261 or 29g Protein - 15% = 392 or 98g Carbohydrate - 55% = 1436 or 359g Sugar - 10% = 261 or 65g Fiber - 30g
I'm making a meal plan - YES
I'm keeping a food diary - YES
My Fitness Schedule:
Sunday -
Monday - elliptical (20 minutes) yoga strength training
Tuesday - elliptical (20 minutes)
Wednesday -elliptical (20 minutes) strenght training
Thursday - elliptical (20 minutes)
Friday - elliptical (20 minutes) strength training
Saturday -

I'm keeping a fitness diary - YES
Total weekly hours of exercises : 5
Calories this will burn per week: not sure yet

My inspiration:
1. first and foremost for myself
2. to wear that pink halter dress that's been hanging in my closet for over a year now (that I didn't get to wear to a wedding)
3. I felt so much better and was so much more active 50 pounds ago

My partners:
1.. Amy - a dear friend, we support each other in our weight loss endeavors
2. Nancy - my cousin, we both share and support each other.
3. Kristi - my dear friend, she supports me in all I do.