Checkin - May 1, 2014

So, with this being the official start of a new approach, a new measurement method will be required.  I am expecting to build muscle mass while reducing fat, so the expected improvements may not show on the scale.  Due to my inability to hit the cardio intensity I sought, my weight fluctuated within five pounds of my starting weight documented on January 7.

Currently, my baseline measurements are as follows for May 1, 2014.  I will repeat on the first of each month at approximately 5:30 PM.
waist - 42
hips - 50
thigh - 31

I will be focusing primarily on short-term personal rewards, like the improvement in my walk.  Currently, the positives of weight lifting are:

• I no longer walk like I'm decrepit.  That is VERY important to me. 
• I also can feel the cut between my deltoids and triceps.  This is not really visible due to the fat overlaying the muscle, but I'm happy about it.
• My shoulder is experiencing improved range of motion, apparently due to the increased strength from muscle training.  (I'm not pushing my range of motion, at all, but I *am performing modified strength training with the injured shoulder.)

Stay tuned...