Challenges 2017 – How Am I Doing? Update #1

Here we are in early February and time for a first update.  It’s been hectic and only two of the challenges are getting somewhere.  First, I’m down 4.5 kilos or 10lbs since the start of the year.  I see this as a good gradual weight loss for the period.  What’s the secret?  There is none.  I did mostly Dry January and simply cut back on things like crisps and other snacks (although I don’t particularly snack a lot).  Exercise was average, with increased knee pain I’ve not been walking that much.  In terms of the challenge, I’m technically 25% through, but in reality I’ve 75% yet to go.

On the startup front, things are progressing quickly.  I’ve been in Israel again and had lots of promising conversations.  The idea is forming well and now it’s a case of writing more software and developing the solution into a more viable proof of concept.  More on that as I get closer to the goal of raising money.

What about the rest?

  • Gym visits – none, need to push through the knee pain and get back.
  • Cycling – not started yet although that’s not surprising as the weather has been terrible.
  • Learn Japanese – not started.
  • More cooking – I’ve been doing as much as usual so this needs more effort.
  • Build my social brand.  I’ve been a bit lacking here, with not much in the way of posting.  One to work on.