I'm 6 days out from surgery and I think it is time to list my goals. I've been thinking of theses a lot since I decided to take this plunge about a year ago. Some goals are weight based (of course), but some are not. I have tried to come up with goals that are achievable and motivating at the same time. I'm ok with adjusting goals if things don't happen the way I am expecting. Also - added in some fun goals that I have no control over just for fun. I know myself and know I need a lot of little things to keep me going (especially during days when the scale doesn't move). So, here goes:

Weight Goals:

1. Optimize weight loss in the first 3 months (this means following diet strictly - high protein low carb)

2. 10% BMI loss every 6 months (this will get me to goal 22 BMI by one year)

Other Goals:

Survive the first week!

Fit into NORMAL sized clothes!!

Not having to move the steering wheel up when I get in boyfriends car

10 minutes on the elliptical machine

Need to buy new bras

Enjoy looking in mirrors again

Can wear high boots

Someone who doesn't know about the surgery comments on my weight loss

The day I can tuck something in

The first week I exercise (on purpose for 30min x3 days)

The first week I do the same as above but for 5 days

I'll probably add more as I think of them. I'm actually thinking about making a weekly eating or exercise goal - but not there yet.