Runnin' to a Different Beat

So starts the new me...A new era. Enough of this loungin' around the house all night and complaining that I'm out of breath after a short jaunt to the local convenience store. That's right, I'm taking matters into my own hands...I'm getting in to shape, even if it's the last thing I wanna do! My goal...By June 1st, drop 20 pounds. I'm not excessively overweight by any means, but I am (and I quote from my doctor)..."Overweight for my height". Let's review shall we, I weigh a mere 158 pounds and stand at 5'4.5...That's right, "The Five Foot Four and a Half Inch Force!" Now apparently, the normal weight for a male adult at that height should be roughly between 130-140 pounds! Crazy for me to even fathom, but it's true.

So here's the scoop:

5-7 nights a week (definitely no less than 5 nights):

15 minutes on the treadmill
15 minutes weight training (light - I'm not in it to build bulk muscle...Just to keep heart rate going)
10 minutes on the stationary bike
5 minutes Abs workout (crunches and sit-ups)

This totals 45 minutes of quality workout time. Combined with this, a healthier diet (than what I normally eat...Read: Junk food). Fruits, vegetables and you guessed it, more fruits and vegetables...Mixed in with a little protein and bread. However, I just can't say no to beer...My one weakness :)

I will try to keep a running diary on my accomplishments/set-backs from time to time on my blog. Wish me luck!

Cheers!