1 Week of no soda: Measurements!

So, as you all know, I quit drinking a lot of soda. Like, a LOT! I was drinking well over a 2 liter, every single day.

I know I didn't give much reason, as to why I'm getting rid of the soda, but, if you think about all of the health problems caused by soda pop alone, it was finally enough for me. I want to live long enough I see my kid graduate from college (if she chooses to go to college, which I hope she does), or for her first house/apartment, her marriage, and her babies.

Consider this, soda causes fatty buildup around the liver, and the skeletal system. It is linked to obesity, infertility, diabetes, and many other things, including cancer. All of which, are terrible.

Check out this post, to read more about lesser known side effects of drinking soda. Don't think that just because you are drinking diet, it's going to avoid the fat buildup. It just goes to different areas.

Okay, now, for the fun part! No one correctly guessed my inch loss. I was really hoping for the 8 inch loss, too. Damn.

So, here goes!

Chest: 38 -1in

Waist: 36 -2in

Hips: 43 0in

Thighs: 24 -1.5in

Bicep: 12.5 -1in

Calves: 15 0in

Weight: 163 -2lbs

Okay. So that's a grand total of -5.5 inches, and -2lbs. Not much, but a good start! 

Here are pictures! Please excuse the sheet. I needed more of a contrast between my clothes and the bedding. 

 Front

 Arm

Side

In a couple of weeks, I will be adding in a bit of a workout, but, not yet. I'm not ready yet. With all the pain and swelling in my jaw and mouth, and a tooth extraction coming up, hopefully Friday, I'm not much in the mood for jumping around.

Okay. Next contest!! 

How much weight, in pounds, do you think I'll lose by next Wednesday? 

If you guess correctly, you will win an awesome, handmade (by me), gift! I want to tell you, but, I LOVE surprises (sort of). And I know whoever wins, will love it! Because remember, I'm crafty. 😉 So, share, and get your friends and family involved. 

If more than one person guesses correctly, the prize will go to the first person who guessed that answer. 

GOOD LUCK!