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momketeer -> G.O.O.D. Check-in 4/27/2008 (4/27/2008 8:13:01 AM)
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Sorry to jump the gun here on you Jodi! But, I was posting in our "Biggest Loser" thread and decided some of what I was saying was better here. So, excuse me for getting this going today. [:-]
Jodi and I began a friendly challenge to lose inches over a 2 month period. Jodi won and I am thinking of something to send off to her as a reward! Woohoo way to go Jodi. I am quite pleased to say I came in a close 2nd! [&o] For purposes of our challenge, I've lost a total of 10.25 inches and 9 pounds! I'll let Jodi toot her horn for her loss! [:o]
I actually started my weight loss/well-being journey in mid January after my doctor threatened to put me on a prescrip to control my cholesterol. She scheduled me for another blood work-up in May and gave me until then to show improvement. So off I went! I've really lost a total of 16 pounds. I didn't start measuring the inches thing until Jodi's challenge in February. But, that was also when I started a regular exercise plan anyway. I'm down a full size FINALLY! And, that size is not even snug. It's very comfy and some things even loose. I went through my closet and drawers and donated EVERYTHING that was too big. I am NOT going back there! I feel comfortable that I've taught myself how to eat to maintain at the very least. I still get grief from my family about some of the food I try to get them to eat. But, I think Jim and Lindsay are learning that it's really not all that bad.[:-]
My first goal is to enter Onederland by the end of April. It's a close race. I need only lose 1.3 pounds to gain entrance. Of course, I'll take more! LOL But, I weigh-in on Wednesday and know I can make it!
Mostly, the best thing about all of this is....I FEEL so good now! And, that is what I really wanted to accomplish. I relish eating "good for me foods." hat;s not to say the occassional cookie or tortilla chip does not find their way between my lips. I've just found it does no good to deny myself or berate myself when it happens. Just get over it and move on!
Also, I have found that I welcome ways to work in physical stuff. I don't lift weights or run marathons or anything like that. But, taking stairs at Lindsay's 4th floor ortho office, parking at the back of the parking lot, walking to the high school for meetings and events. Things like that. The little things that will actually make the life change that I am looking for.
Also, emotionally, I am feeling very UP! I had a very rocky March and couldn't wait for it to end. Some personal issues came to a head and are now on the upswing. It's all good!
So, how's it going for everybody else? And, thanks Jodi, I know you don't mind my getting us started on this thread...because that is just how you are. [:o]Our OLP Sweetie Pie![8|]I'm looking forward to your pep talk. You always know just what to say to get us motivated!
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