So, Guess How Much I Weigh Now?
I’ve spent a little over a week now with my my 30-day challenge, as part of my compensated review from BlogHer and EA Sports Active for the Wii. Following the lead of Fluid Pudding, I took measurements and started calculating how many pounds I’ve gained. To do this, I incorporated the Wii Balance Board from Wii Fit. Wii Fit does a great job of measuring your core strength, as well as your weight, and I wish the Sports Active would incorporate these calculations into your personalized 30-day challenge. It doesn’t, which means you have to switch back and forth between Wii Fit and Sports Active. For example, I wish the 30-day challenge would incoporate your current weight into the goal, and help you calculate the number of calories you should burn in a given workout. It doesn’t; or I haven’t figured that out yet.
The thing about weight is that it can be a tricky thing; muscles weighs more than fat. So while you may feel yourself getting smaller, and your clothes getting looser, your weight may actually stay stagnant or, in fact rise. A real indicator of whether or not you are getting in shape is to take measurements — because while muscle weighs more than fat, it takes up less space.
Sports Active is directed toward strength training as a way to stay fit; so muscle (especially in my weak arms and shoulders) is on its way. Unfortunately, I didn’t think to take measurements first, like Fluid Pudding did. But I have them documented now, I am interested to see if I loose any inches as I move through my 30 day challenge.
- Height 62″
- Bust 35″
- Waist: 31″
- Hips: 39″
- Upper thigh 21″
- Weight: Two weeks ago: 133
- Today: 129 !!!!
I’m pleased with the results, obviously. But water weight gain and other fluctutations can make a big difference from week to week on just a few pounds. The real key is to see how my measurements stack up toward the end of the workout. I am enjoying the challenge; it’s keeping me focused on on-track, especially when the boys say, “Mom, are you ready to do your wokout today? We’ve got it all set up for you!”
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I love this for many reasons, but mostly because my weight hasn’t budged while using the Sports Active. BUT, my measurements have changed more than I thought they would. (I’m glad I took them, otherwise I might be a bit discouraged at the end of the month!)
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