The failure of a public pledge

I haven’t lost any weight—I’ll say that right off the bat. Or rather, I’ve lost just under 1 kg (~2.20 lbs). This public commitment I made to myself didn’t go as I’d hoped. I kept up with my swimming sessions, the occasional brisk walk through the traffic of the Neapolitan suburbs, and some home strength training, but nothing that actually helped me lose weight. I think I need to consult a nutritionist and start a structured, serious program: I just need to find the time.

In short: experiment failed. Making my intentions public didn’t help me stick to it. Even though I had your eyes on me, I’m still the same as I was two months ago. I’m the same person. The same idiot who doesn’t take the idea of sticking to a diet seriously.

But sooner or later I’ll make it. Maybe.

Thank you to everyone who has written to me over the past few weeks to encourage me and give me a boost: I’ll have to repay you with some chocolates.