Checking In & Update
Hello all,
I have wanting to post since receiving Jersey's email last week. At the time I was in New Orleans leading a conference and it was pretty crazy. It really helped me, though, as I was feeling fat being in front of everyone up 15 pounds from the last time I saw most of these people. I, too, have gained weight back and like the others who have had the LBL, I feel very uncomfortable. My eating is not too off base but I have indulged in more fatty types of foods. Carbs dont interest me but a thick layer of LF cream cheese - whoa!! And wine, I have greatly reduced my consumption for more reasons than calories but it still empty calories I indulge in a few times a week.
My clothes are tight, I had to buy another pair of jeans a size larger and my winter coat was just uncomfortable enough that I had to buy one as well. This has really pissed me off and helped turn around my behavior.
My greatest challenge has been exercise. Working from home has built up a very sedentary lifestyle which I am working to change. My birthday was a few weeks ago and one of my gifts to myself was a membership to a new gym - and it is really cool. It is all personal trainers, you show up whenever and they put you through a fun routine. I am feeling muscles I never knew existed. Rather than wait until the New Year I decided to start now, introduce some healthier behaviours and hit 2009 running.
I also have the opportunity to truly reinvent myself as on Monday I was 'made redundant' and am in my second day of being unemployed. Having had a job every day since I was 16 it is a bit of a shock but kinda nice at the same time. I was not happy with what I was doing and have been actively seeking new endeavors for 6 months now. Fortunately the phone has been ringing and some opportunities are surfacing so I am optimistic. Also, my term as President of the association I have led for 3 years has also come to a close so it is kinda like I 'lost' 2 jobs in the course of a week. My life is taking new dimensions and I am eager to embrace the changes and make it positive for myself.
All of you are in my thoughts and knowing you are out there gives me strength when I am faced with choices and have insecurities about my weight. Happy Holidays to all!!! xoxo
I have wanting to post since receiving Jersey's email last week. At the time I was in New Orleans leading a conference and it was pretty crazy. It really helped me, though, as I was feeling fat being in front of everyone up 15 pounds from the last time I saw most of these people. I, too, have gained weight back and like the others who have had the LBL, I feel very uncomfortable. My eating is not too off base but I have indulged in more fatty types of foods. Carbs dont interest me but a thick layer of LF cream cheese - whoa!! And wine, I have greatly reduced my consumption for more reasons than calories but it still empty calories I indulge in a few times a week.
My clothes are tight, I had to buy another pair of jeans a size larger and my winter coat was just uncomfortable enough that I had to buy one as well. This has really pissed me off and helped turn around my behavior.
My greatest challenge has been exercise. Working from home has built up a very sedentary lifestyle which I am working to change. My birthday was a few weeks ago and one of my gifts to myself was a membership to a new gym - and it is really cool. It is all personal trainers, you show up whenever and they put you through a fun routine. I am feeling muscles I never knew existed. Rather than wait until the New Year I decided to start now, introduce some healthier behaviours and hit 2009 running.
I also have the opportunity to truly reinvent myself as on Monday I was 'made redundant' and am in my second day of being unemployed. Having had a job every day since I was 16 it is a bit of a shock but kinda nice at the same time. I was not happy with what I was doing and have been actively seeking new endeavors for 6 months now. Fortunately the phone has been ringing and some opportunities are surfacing so I am optimistic. Also, my term as President of the association I have led for 3 years has also come to a close so it is kinda like I 'lost' 2 jobs in the course of a week. My life is taking new dimensions and I am eager to embrace the changes and make it positive for myself.
All of you are in my thoughts and knowing you are out there gives me strength when I am faced with choices and have insecurities about my weight. Happy Holidays to all!!! xoxo
Hey Tiff!
I, too, apologize for not responding sooner. I was in training and then was away...
I know you have been a consistent face on this board and I am hoping you will continue to be! I personally need your support and your optimistic personality!!
I look forward to gaining control with you in the new year...we CAN get back to our "fighting weights"! I hope that 2009 brings you everything you hope for!
Happy holidays, girl!!
Jersey
I, too, apologize for not responding sooner. I was in training and then was away...
I know you have been a consistent face on this board and I am hoping you will continue to be! I personally need your support and your optimistic personality!!
I look forward to gaining control with you in the new year...we CAN get back to our "fighting weights"! I hope that 2009 brings you everything you hope for!
Happy holidays, girl!!
Jersey
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Surgery date: January 30, 2006 - Lap. RNY
Age: 38 Height: 5'10"
Highest/Surgery Weight: 293
Ideal Body Weight: 160
Current Weight: Fluctuating!
Pounds till GOAL: I was at goal but let's re-evaluate once I have the baby!
Surgery date: January 30, 2006 - Lap. RNY
Age: 38 Height: 5'10"
Highest/Surgery Weight: 293
Ideal Body Weight: 160
Current Weight: Fluctuating!
Pounds till GOAL: I was at goal but let's re-evaluate once I have the baby!
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