Today is Day #1 of my "Lifestyle Change." No Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, Atkins, just plain ole' counting calories. The MyFitnessPal app is where I'm logging everything I eat & drink.
I was shocked at how many of you contacted me via FaceBook about wanting to be a part of this blog. I'll probably change the name of it, as this is not MY journey, it's quite a few of our journey's to end obesity for ourselves, exercise, & to help others.
A little bit about me...
I've been gaining weight for about 5-6 years. I've gone to Weight Watchers (and quit), started the Atkins (and quit), and counted calories (and quit). When I was counting calories, I lost more weight than with the other plans. On weekends & holidays, I usually don't eat until mid to late afternoon, thus starving my body. Working 2 (sometimes 3) jobs at a time has helped me financially. I am a homeowner & we all know how much everything costs these days. However, it's more important to me now to be healthy & spend time with my family & friends.
It's a proven fact that having support while losing weight highly increases your chances of success! I really need your help!! I'm NOT stopping this time & a year from today, I'm going to post a picture of me in a bikini (holy crap, can't believe I'm saying that). I even have a friend coming to my house on Wednesday evening to take a picture of me & will be doing so every two months until I get back to the size I
TOPIC OF THE DAY: What is your goal?
If you don't have one, please encourage those of us who do on how you keep yourself healthy!
Here's mine... I WILL be a size 8 or 10 within twelve months. During this time, I am going to enjoy the process.
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I am so proud of you Jennifer. My goal is to get down to 250. My highest was 315. I want to lose weight to ease the pain this extra weight is causing. I want to look better for my husband and have energy for my boys. I know we can both achieve our goals. I am with you every step of the way.
ReplyDeleteThanks Becky! You WILL get to your goal weight & feel much better. Keep in touch & continue to post your progress :).
DeleteGirl, you know I'm with ya! I'm going to say it out loud. ...I need to lose 60 pounds. My goal is to accept my body every step of this journey and that is a tough one! We can do this!
ReplyDeleteWe can & will do this Julie! What a wonderful goal you have. No doubt in my mind you will succeed :)
DeleteCongratulations Jennifer!!! You are inspiring. I look forward to reading about your journey. I need to lose 70 pounds and plan to work on it this year as well.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to hearing about your weight loss as well Cathy!
ReplyDeleteIm in... I have always been up and down with my weight. I definately have about 50-60 lbs to lose but I am starting small. My first goal is 20 by Thanksgiving. I know its possible but always a struggle to keep it off.
ReplyDeleteYeah! YOU CAN DO IT!
DeleteHey all! I'm looking for 5-6 ingredient recipes. If you have any, please post them here so all of us can try them out. Hope you're having a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteToday I got a card in the mail from Sue, which was totally unexpected & made my day--THANK YOU SUE!!! It's been a rough week for me with a lot of temptations, most of which I said no to. My coach told me after 30 days, it would get easier & I'm looking forward to it!! Deciding what to make last minute is NOT good for me, so I have a meal plan for the next week. If you have one, what's yours? Also, thanks to Johnna for e-mailing me the recipes. Happy Friday to everyone! Going to spend some time & reflect/pray about all of the blessings God has given me.
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