Ok for those who don't I'm a veteran, U.S. Army NG 1990-98.  Hooah is a phrase we use when mutually pumping each other up with praise for good performance of to complete a mission.  I feel as though this is a good way to describe  what I am doing.  I weighed in tonight to begin week four of "Desperate Measures" at the Siouxland Y!  DRUM ROLL PLEASE......4.5 pounds LOST!  I am at just over 12 pounds lost to begin week four with two more to go.  I am also working on more cardio to try and get my endurance and what my trainers refer to as my VO2.  Now in layman's terms this apparenty is lung capacity combined with endurance enabling your body, or engine in this case, to finish workouts or put down the throttle and push through tough ones like the advanced session of "Extreme Ride" which i've been in a couple times now.  I feel better but I did test my limits tonight.  We did a bit more cardio after my full hour and when we finally got to upper body I felt a little spent honestly but I tried very hard to push through it and did.  I was bit quesy I won't lie and after a while of hydration and getting home showering and eatin a fruit bowl I did feel more refreshed.  I also have notice more energy to do things and get through the day and better night's sleep.  It is important to do the right things as well like letting your trainer know if anything is hurting or feels weird and to keep hydrated during your workout.  I gotta say this is going pretty darn well and I think 20-25 pounds lost is a realistic goal by Nov. 6th, the Gary Allan show!  Again a class is almost ready to begin in November and I hope I have taken you through the process to make you realize what you seek and what I had sought is attainable.  Sign Up by emailing Melissa at the Siouxland Y and make a positive change in your life because once you get through the hard stuff your gonna be glad you put in the time and effort and VERY happy with the results!  P.S. water Aerobics tomorrow, blog to follow...Glub Glub Glub....LOL