Weight Loss Challenge - Week 1

I came across this post and I thought how fitting for me since I wrote this post and this one!

Running Backwards in High Heels and Mr. and Mrs. Smith are hosting an 8wk weight loss challenge.

My goals for these 8wks (and a lot of weeks to follow) are to go to the gym 4 times a week (between kiddos and schedules this is doable for me, just keeping it real).  I will cut out all diet soda which I should have already done, but man that's hard!! :)  And I will continue to watch what I eat and portion control.  

Another small change is I will park as far away from work, grocery store, etc... to get extra steps.  I might look into buying a workout video too for the days I can't make it to the gym.  Maybe I should also look into reading a good weight-loss book.  Anyone recommend one?  

For these 8wks, I would like to lose 10lbs.  I would love to say 15, but I don't want to set my goal too high.  Actually any weight I lose will make me very happy!  

And I'm hoping these ladies will help!

Here's to getting healthy!!!  :)