One Year on MFP: Reflections

runninggirl262

Maybe it’s a success story maybe it’s a motivational story; either one it’s mine and I own it!
Today is one Year of posting every morsel of food and every bead of sweat on MFP.
Today is Day 60 of P90X.
Today is my day.

Last year I was sitting uncomfortably at my desk at work. My pants were tight. I felt terrible. At lunch I went to the store to purchase a larger size pant (size 12 USA) just to feel better. I phoned my sister and said “That’s enough; we are doing something right now”.

And that was the birth of a new life, a new viewpoint, a new attitude.

What I did: Exercise
Purchased 30 day shred, Butt Bible, Killer Buns and Thighs, P90X, I run on a treadmill, hula a hoop with a weighted hoop, and jump rope. I did anything to keep me moving and keep it interesting.
That’s the key; keep changing the workout

What I did: Food
For me; Bread, pasta and rice were now the enemy. Anytime I wanted a sandwich, I pull out lettuce instead. If I want pasta I replace it with spaghetti squash. Rice replaced with Quinoa.

I do not eat out. I make all meals. When preparing dinner I make one additional container for lunch the following day. I do shop more frequently for fresh fruit and vegetables. I make low fat snacks by replacing oil and butter with apple sauce and ground flax seed.

I have made a commitment to myself. I will not disappoint me.

When you find “IT”, nothing will stop you from your goals. The excuses will disappear. The hurt, the pain, the inches and the pounds will too.

The results:
Weight Pounds: 172 to 120
Size USA: 12 to Size 0-2
Hips inches: 42 to 35
Attitude: dejected to confident

Be safe, good luck, be strong

NeedANewFocus

the pleasant view in your profile pic coupled with the story you shared are symbolic of how strength runs deep when the current takes over! thank you for sharing your story and congratulatoins on your anniversary and success. keep up the excellent work in being a motivator, inspirationalist, and role model!