Weight is a very personal issue for me… I have struggled with it practically all my life. I have read a lot of books and at times when on CRAZY diet trends trying to find the secret. In all honesty- some of them worked, but hardly any of them were easy to stick to.
When I was 20, I lost about 40 pounds in a very short period of time. I honestly didn’t even know I was doing it. What I remember most about that time is I would eat Taco Bell once a day, eat a LOT of apples, and I jogged (Melissa likes the fact that my joggin music was Britney Spears- sorry to say). Was this entirely healthy? Absolutely not. But before I knew it, one day I looked down while I was driving and I noticed that I didn’t have a belly. When I went to the store to get some new jeans- to my surprise not only had I gone down in weight, but I also went down 4 sizes.
After I lost that weight- it was the BEST feeling in the world. I carried myself a whole lot differently, and in projected into other areas of my life. I was confident. I felt worth-it. Those of you who have lost weight will understand the difference.
Then, it all came back. Life happened.
As a common theme for my goals this year, is to put me back in the equation of my life. Taking the out-of-control wheel that has been spinning for awhile and to absolutely drive myself exactly where I want to be. It won’t be easy- but this isn’t my first rodeo.
So, every Monday from here until the end of the year I will check in and post my weight loss progress. If you feel you have particular advice, tips or comments/question then I welcome you to share them in the comments section.
Here is my before picture:
One last note… I don’t normally *believe* in horoscopes, however I find them rather entertaining. Once in a great while I come across some good ones. Today is one of my favorites- as it seems to pretty much sum up my entire life:
Monday, Jan 19th, 2009 – Even the smartest plans could fall apart today, but don’t waste energy worrying about what might have been. Instead, concentrate on what is. There is too much at stake to be attached to an idea that isn’t working the way you envisioned. Your greatest strength is your flexibility; as you respond to the changing currents, you’ll figure out an even better way to reach your goals.
