Today was the day, I did it, I stepped on the dreaded scales... It was not a pretty sight! At first, all it said was 'ERROR' and I was really worried about how bad it was if the scales couldn't even cope. Turned out; I'm not only out of shape, I'm also not very clever... After working out how the stupid scales worked, it still wasn't a pretty sight.

So after yesterday's laziness, today I spurred into action. Did a good work-out in the gym. Whilst power-walking, I thought up a more detailed plan to get back into shape. This plan has an end goal with clear intermediate milestones, so I can easily see how I'm doing and if I have to work harder. If I manage it, I will be at my target weight in about three months time... Seems like an awful long time...

I've just dug out all my reference books and recipe books relating to diets, fitness and activities. They will help keep me motivated, and ensure that I eat healthy low-fat meals which taste really nice.

I've also cleaned my kitchen again so there is plenty of space and clean pots to cook these healthy meals. And I've just got back from my weekly shop, where I got lots of fresh fruit and veg again (last weeks veg largely ended up in the bin, shame on me!). I also got some 'food accesories' like pine nuts and raisins to add a little bit extra. And I got some canned fish (was too late to get any nice fresh fish).

On top of all the good food resolutions and gym visits, I'm also thinking of going back to Salsa lessons, as that can be quite a good and fun work-out. And I'm thinking of joining the Ramblers Association in January. There is a local group in the city, and also a County group for people in their 20s and 30s. Sounds good to me!