NSV as inspiration

jlanab

I see everyone posting theirs and I guess I should start recognizing the S.O.B.'s cause not counting any victories at all (scale standing still) makes me want to eat pancakes... TONS and TONS of pancakes for breakfast!

My boy friend told me my waist was smaller- sometimes we dont notice our own progress and when someone else notices the outcome of our efforts it validates that it is making a difference.

I went on a 10 mile bike ride Sunday and didnt think I was going to die. We used to do five miles, and at one point (usually mile 1.5) if it wouldnt have scared the crap out of him I would have told him to call 911. No emergency services needed this time I only needed 0ne break (mile 8) and now that I think about it, I probably could have made it through

I'm eager to share my mini success because now I know people are not trying to envision how fat I was, but they are excited, supportive, and inspired. The other night while training for a new job I told someone about my 29lbs. Turns out she just lost 40, and another new employee a whopping 103!!! Without even knowing their names at the beginning of training we are now eachothers keeper (especially when our company caters business meetings) and we have all invited eachother to enjoy a workout with us. One joined me in my c25k program, the other will be attending her 1st zumba class with me, and I will be attending my 1st Bikram yoga and Kettlebell class with them next week.

Throughout my journey I've learned myself and to seriously weight the pros and cons of the decisions I make. 1 year ago if I didnt feel like it I wouldnt. I now know that FOR ME, 1 day somehow turns into 3 months of not exercising (dont judge me!), and if I give myself leeway with portion controlled desserts it turns in to a midnight half pan of brownie binge (I said dont judge me ). I dont restrict anything (notice the dessert section in my diary) but I learn to savor a healthy permittable amount and wait til tomorrow for the next (12:01 A.M)-just kidding!!!

My clothes from last summer that I stuffed myself in because I was in denial:noway: are fitting me totally different. Wore a dress couple weeks ago and I didnt have the dreaded cookie dough boob hanging out the top of my bra, nor did i have side boobs! :bigsmile:

I feel good. Not necessarily about my appearance, but my body doesnt feel sluggish and unhealthy making my days more enjoyable and making it easier for the people who me to be in my presence. Nothing worse than being with friends and not wanting to shop or try on clothes, refusing to swim because of how she looks in a bathing suit or a girlfriend who rather have sex with clothes on.:embarassed:

These are the small things... the victories at the end of the day that make me smile

milanks

Those are some great victories!

slimrb2011

Great post! Very inspiring!! Congratulations on your success!

bmw4deb

I see everyone posting theirs and I guess I should start recognizing the S.O.B.'s cause not counting any victories at all (scale standing still) makes me want to eat pancakes... TONS and TONS of pancakes for breakfast!

My boy friend told me my waist was smaller- sometimes we dont notice our own progress and when someone else notices the outcome of our efforts it validates that it is making a difference.

I went on a 10 mile bike ride Sunday and didnt think I was going to die. We used to do five miles, and at one point (usually mile 1.5) if it wouldnt have scared the crap out of him I would have told him to call 911. No emergency services needed this time I only needed 0ne break (mile 8) and now that I think about it, I probably could have made it through

I'm eager to share my mini success because now I know people are not trying to envision how fat I was, but they are excited, supportive, and inspired. The other night while training for a new job I told someone about my 29lbs. Turns out she just lost 40, and another new employee a whopping 103!!! Without even knowing their names at the beginning of training we are now eachothers keeper (especially when our company caters business meetings) and we have all invited eachother to enjoy a workout with us. One joined me in my c25k program, the other will be attending her 1st zumba class with me, and I will be attending my 1st Bikram yoga and Kettlebell class with them next week.

Throughout my journey I've learned myself and to seriously weight the pros and cons of the decisions I make. 1 year ago if I didnt feel like it I wouldnt. I now know that FOR ME, 1 day somehow turns into 3 months of not exercising (dont judge me!), and if I give myself leeway with portion controlled desserts it turns in to a midnight half pan of brownie binge (I said dont judge me ). I dont restrict anything (notice the dessert section in my diary) but I learn to savor a healthy permittable amount and wait til tomorrow for the next (12:01 A.M)-just kidding!!!

My clothes from last summer that I stuffed myself in because I was in denial:noway: are fitting me totally different. Wore a dress couple weeks ago and I didnt have the dreaded cookie dough boob hanging out the top of my bra, nor did i have side boobs! :bigsmile:

I feel good. Not necessarily about my appearance, but my body doesnt feel sluggish and unhealthy making my days more enjoyable and making it easier for the people who me to be in my presence. Nothing worse than being with friends and not wanting to shop or try on clothes, refusing to swim because of how she looks in a bathing suit or a girlfriend who rather have sex with clothes on.:embarassed:

These are the small things... the victories at the end of the day that make me smile

Awe inspiring words I have nothing to add you said it all
Thank you!

rubyrenga

Absolutely great! We have to acknowledge our successes, and it sounds like you've had a lot. Your weight loss is great, and so is your determination!

PeachyKeene

Great Post! you said it all. Congrats on the weight loss and your determination.

Stephinow

Awesome post, jlanab!! It is inspiring and a reminder not to focus solely on the scale because that can be depressing at times. But not only that, it also reminds us that our efforts to change our lifestyle and grow as individuals is also very rewarding and commendable. Thank you for that.