10 weeks ago, my work started a weight loss challenge that had a small payout for the winner each week with a £150 prize for the biggest loser at the end. The loss was calculated as a percentage so that everybody could take part on a more level playing field.
Today was the final weigh. I won't find out until our end of year meeting on Friday whether I've won or not, but I'm going to finish in either first or second. The weird thing is that I don't mind whether I win or not.
I'm competitive so I really put thought into sustainable change that I could maintain for 10 weeks. This has set me up to pursue the ultimate goal that has felt out of reach for so long. I'm not struggling or burning out like I usually do when I try losing weight (1200 is not plenty for me) and I've even started to enjoy exercise now I'm not forcing myself to do it for an hour a day.
I've had a huge number of small victories along the way. I've started getting compliments on how well I'm looking, I've dropped a clothing size and I've dropped from class 2 obese to class 1.
Accountability was a big player for me, and seeing my colleagues be genuinely happy for me each week when I'd lost weight felt better than any food ever will.
I was the heaviest member of staff and now I'm not even in the top 3.
It's amazing what a difference 10 weeks can make. If you're struggling to motivate yourself, just remember that although your end goal might be far away there are so many victories along the way if you're willing to chase them.
Here's to the next 10 weeks :)
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