Author Archives: ByronF
Byron Week 10: Crunch Time
In two weeks, I will be in paradise. I’ll be surrounded by lush tropical island life, clear water and absolutely no commitments (aside from, you know, a few planned naps). I even put photos of our last trip on the fridge to motivate myself to stay on my healthy target! (Like the one I’m sharing […]
Byron Week 9: Under Pressure
This week I hopped on a plane to head back to my hometown in Wisconsin for a real autumn and a close relative’s wedding. There are two things I’ve already learned realized traveling in my new weight-loss mentality: 1) Am I the only one that thinks going on vacation translates to “you can eat anything […]
Byron Week 8: Water Logged
I’ve never had a hard time with water. Lately, though, I feel like I’m drowning in it. I’m really bored with drinking H20 all of the sudden and finding it difficult to get my daily recommendation. Some people hate drinking it, but I’ve actually always preferred it over sugar soft drinks or juices. I’m not […]
Byron Week 7: The Commitment
I’m just going to bust out with the good news, I’m down to 165 (That’s a five pound weight loss)! I’m celebrating by popping open a bottle of champ… and there’s my problem. Now that things are happening, I’m realizing that this isn’t’ just a moment in my life where I will shed all this […]
Byron Week 6: Back In The Game!
I’m not one to gloat, but I think after last week’s bummer moment, I think I’ve earned a small chance to brag: I’M BACK ON TRACK! I was pretty hard on myself last week after learning that I gained a few pounds back, but I think that motivated me to kick it in high gear […]
Byron Week 5: Fresh Start, Again
I’m just going to spill the beans at the start: I was really bad this week. I turned 30 a few days ago, and it was incredible! I spent the last few days before my big day having cocktail celebrations with my good friends, surprise dinners at awesome restaurants all around town and blew out […]
Byron Week 4: Going SUPER Green-Friendly
Last week I mentioned how I attempted (and succeeded!) my very first lettuce wrap. This week I get even more green-friendly! Before starting my very serious approach to weight loss and getting fit, I did a lot of research. I wanted to be sure that how I lost weight didn’t hurt my body in any […]
Byron Week 3: Breaking In The Lettuce Wrap
For me, going on a full carb-less diet is like telling a mouse to quit cheese cold Colby — it’s just not gonna happen for this guy. But I am cutting back on the carbs in any way possible. And that includes attempting… DUN DUN DUNNNNNN… trying out the lettuce wrap. Here’s the thing: I […]
Byron Week 2: Oh, The Places We Thought We’d Never Go
There were sharp pebbles rolling around in my shoes, blisters bubbling on both my heels, and rivers of sweat trickling down my neck. My mouth was dry and my water bottle was empty as the sun continued to sizzle my skin… BUT I DID NOT GIVE UP. You’d think I was writing my memoir on […]
Byron Week 1: The Face (Weight) Off
This morning was dramatic (like every other morning of my life): I had a stare off with the coffee shop’s pastry counter. SPOILER ALERT: The pastries always win. I need you to picture this: I always march towards the door of the coffee joint with like, THE BEST intentions. I hope to get in, order […]
