Weekly check-in, 1/26

Body Weight: 197.6 lbs.

Change since last week: -4 lbs (this would alarm me if I hadn't gained 2.4 last week, for a net loss of 1.6lbs over two weeks, or .8lb/wk)

Total Body Fat: 35.4%

Body composition: 70.0 lbs fat/127.6lbs lean

Total Body Water: 49.7%

Body Mass Index: 30

I am feeling pretty great about this week. It's not necessarily the weight loss that is most thrilling (though it feels good to not have a huge jump again) ... the most exciting part for me is actually the decrease in body fat. Yes, technically I lost 4 lbs this week ... but it was actually 4.5 lbs of body fat. Yes, it's only a 1.6lb loss in the past two weeks ... but that was ALL fat. I actually gained some muscle in the process, too, which rules.

I know it may not seem like a huge deal, but I am excited for two reasons:
1. It means I am losing weight the right way. It is not just water weight or loss of muscle - it is burning fat while getting stronger.
2. I didn't work out that much this week. Normally, I try to work out 3-4 days weekly, but due to a crazy work schedule, I only got their twice. And still, weight loss! I am now even more excited about getting back to the gym ...