WOW Moment

I've been lurking and not posting while I've struggled with issues about not eating the right things and never exercising.  The result of my walk on the wild side has been quickly gaining back 15 pounds.  I was amazed at how fast the weight came back.  My honeymoon period is so seriously over.    

Well I've lost 8 of those pounds and exercise at least 3 days a week now.  The wow moment came from a trip I took this weekend.  I was scared to death to fly thinking that the pounds I've added on equaled seatbelt extender.  Imagine my surprise when I got on the plane to Chicago Friday night and fit in the airplane seat and even had a little extra seat belt left over!   This allowed me to not dread the return trip today.   I'm encouraged to continue reinforcing the good habits I'm redeveloping and to exercise even a little more.    

Good for you Margo!  To realize you have to get right back on the horse!    From what I hear, you just need to start at the begginning again!  It's good to know that you realize when you are slipping and need to re-align yourself again.  I am raring to go, you go too girl! 

Thanks.  Congratulations as you begin this wondorous journey tomorrow.  My prayers are that the surgery is uneventful and you are able to get up and walking as soon as possible!

Hugs,

Margo

 

Hey Margo, What a great WOW moment!! Did you go somewhere fun? What would you say has helped you the most in losing those 8 pounds? The excercise, protien, water?????  It's a constant battle..........and you're right, for me too, the honeymoon is over!!  I keep reminding myself the the effort is soooooooo worth it!! Take care,  Pat

Hi Pat!  I went to Chicago for the weekend to visit family.  It wasn't exactly fun but at least it was slightly warmer down there.  What I think has helped me most in starting the losing process again was a refocus on what's important.  I make sure I get my protein and water in every day.   I think that combined with a regular exercise program got me on the right track.  You are so right the effort is worth it.  I had given up and just thought I'd try one more time. 

Hugs,

Margo 

 

Way to GO Margo!!! Hang in there and work the tool - it'll come off again. I'm only 7 months out and I wonder every once in a while if the honeymoon is over. How long did you continue losing steadily?

Thanks.  I lost weight pretty steadily for about a year.  I started at 367 so losing over 100lbs in a year was pretty exciting and amazingly satisfying.  I want to lose more to reach the surgeon and my goal of 175 lbs.  Now that I'm over 2 years out I've got to work at it and I think it has taken me a year to get in that mindset..

Hugs,

Margo

Good for you Margo!  Way to get back on track!  I'm proud of you!

Thanks Sandie.  The 8 lbs have excited me and give me motivation to keep going.

Hugs,

Margo

Congrats Margo!  What a great relief for you!  Good job geting back on track and dropping 8 of those 15 pounds AND for stopping an old cycle from reoccuring!!!  You're doing all the right things girl - keep it up!