That is the number of pounds I have lost since having my baby in November '06. It's been a long road, with many bumps (and bruises), but I kept getting back up to continue on. I still have about ten more to go, but I'm much more confident I can do it. My friend and I went clothes shopping tonight since we leave next Wednesday for Florida and I couldn't believe I was fitting size 8. Now the tricky part is getting my mind to see myself that way; it wants to still see me the size 16 I once was.
What; how did I do it? Mostly by eating less and moving more. The treadmill has become my best friend in most recent weeks. The Pilates moves I learned eons ago were brought back into play and my Curves membership was actually used. It is amazing how much more energy I have; which was my biggest motivator. Keeping up with my children is very important to me, and being overweight made it harder on my mind and body. Being able to run around, up and down many stairs, and accomplish so much more without getting winded has been a true blessing.
I'm very happy with my results so far (and Dh is.....um...a little bit, too) and really, really hoping to try out pregnancy at my new weight. I'm a good 20 lbs under any starting weight of previous pregnancies. It will be fun to see the look on my OB's face when he sees my chart. Let's just pray I get to see that look!
About Me
- Claire
- I am a SAHM to five wonderful children. We homeschool and we live to tell about it. I love to read, go out to eat, and love to shop; all of which I rarely get to do since the birth of our first child in 2000. My favorite food is food and because of this I need to lose weight. I am from a big family and enjoy spending time with my siblings.
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WTG, Claire! That's awesome! Do you have any before and after (or in-progress) pics to share?
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