Great first month

I haven't posted for a few weeks, because honestly where is the time?

I've been more motivated than ever, and so far it is showing.

My Weight Loss has been:

Week 1: -6.2 lbs
Week 2: -5.2 lbs
Week 3: -1.2 lbs
Week 4: -0.2 lbs
My total weight loss for my first month is -12.8 lbs.  My BMI went from 44.0 to 42.1.  I'm pretty proud of how I've done so far.  The low loss on week 4 was a bit disappointing  but I know that it's because I started lifting and my body is retaining water.  I expect to see big results this next week.

Things I've done great this past month:

1. I've been 100% on track.
2. I've exercised almost every day, with the exception of two days, sometimes more than once a day.
3. I've focused on eating core foods, with lots of veggies, fruits, protein and some healthy, whole grain carbs, with a moderate amount of healthy fats like olive and coconut oil.
4. I've focused on making sure I have a fruit or veggie available with each meal.
5. I've cut out the majority of Diet Coke I drink.  This is EPIC for me, because I used to drink 6-7 cans a day, and just through exercise and meeting my body's water cravings, I've dropped by Diet Coke consumption to 1-2 cans a day.  
6. I bought a HRM, and I've really used it to help motivate my workout.

My main exercise focus this month has been Zumba, and I've gone from barley being able to do 20 minutes at a moderate heart rate to 50 minutes at a high heart rate.  I've seen wonderous changes in my mood, focus, and energy level. It's quite incredible actually, and I'm so much happier now than I was a month ago.  I'm 100% sure that is due to diet and exercise change.

My Main Goals for this next month

1. Start Weight Lifting Program - I'm going to give The New Rules of Lifting for Women a shot.
2. Continue to track, and eat healthy core foods.
3. Continue to see overall loss on the scale.
4. Post on at least a weekly basis

My mantra for this month: Just Keep Swimming