Scaling down the OCD (a little)

From a number standpoint I had one of the best days in spin class since I started going.  The bike says I burned 765 calories which I suspect to be more considering my size and time out of the seat.  I got home and was soaked in sweat and filling great.  I did about 30 crunches (or at least what I call crunches - not sure I am doing them right) and had a protein shake for breakfast.  The day is off to a great start.

Last night Maria and I watched, on the beloved flat screen, Extreme Makeover Weight-Loss Edition.  I really like that show and find it to be very motivating.  One thing about last night's show that inspired me was that the contestants (I don't know how better to describe them - the people losing the weight) are only allowed to see the number on the scale at the final weigh in of each phase. 

 

It has got me thinking that maybe I should be less obsessed with the daily, sometimes hourly, number on the scale.  I weigh myself before showers, after showers, after a bowel movement, after the gym, before bed, after a big meal, I weigh myself way too often.  I like seeing the low number and get excited when it goes even lower.  It is becoming addicting and probably unhealthy. 

I have considered not weighing myself until the end of the year - that would make the TV give away a bit more exciting wouldn't it!?  I am not sure I can do that though.  I have considered only weighing once a month but even that creates anxiety.  I realize that several times a day is too much but not ready for once a year, semi-annual, quarterly or even monthly.  What I am willing to commit to for now is twice a month (for July and then I will re-evaluate). 

Today I weighed in after spin class and was down to 262 - I will not weigh myself again until July 15th to see how I am doing.