Seriously, who am I? NSVs for the win!

mcn79

My decision to finally, seriously attempt to lose weight was triggered by high blood pressure. I had gone to my doctor and although he had given me 3 months to lower my blood pressure on my own, I hadn't done it. A month before my return appointment I decided I didn't want to accept being overweight and simply take blood pressure medicine - I wanted to put myself first and take care of me the right way.

I went for my second follow-up today. My doctor commended me on my dedication and results. Although my blood pressure is still in the "high normal" range, I'm no longer have stage 1 hypertension. I've lost 24.4 lbs and I look great! Additionally, in the past few days I've noticed these NSVs...things I would have NEVER imagined. 4 months ago.

1. I have more energy and I WANT to move/exercise more.
2. My palate is starting to change. I don't want sweets as much and "junk food" doesn't taste as good anymore. I splurged at Target last night - I bought Lean Pockets and Green Giant frozen boxed vegetables for my lunch!
3. My doctor is an hour away so I had to leave the house at 6:30 this morning to make sure I made it to my 8 am appointment this morning. I went through the Starbucks drive thru and got a venti soy misto (130 cal) and a spinach/feta wrap so that I could minimize sugar and maximize protein.
4. I'm starting to like to shop again and I am confident to try "newer" trends. I'm wearing skinny jeans and cannot wait to get a pair of skinny pants for work.
5. Diet pop tastes good!
6. I drink between 98-128 oz of water a day.
7. I am able to take things one day at a time and make decisions for now, to guarantee my succcess today.

Thank you all SO much for your support and encouragement. It wouldn't be the same without you!

vtmoon

GJ! Keep it up!

karabff

way to go-keep up the good work

sadiegirl32

Way to go!!

JMJ1983

That is fantastic!! That is great about your blood pressure and all the fun "gift with purchase" stuff you mentioned as well!! :drinker:

exzcape

That is awesome! So many great NSV!!

MariahHubert

Awesome!

tabithajoyy

Seriously awesome! Go you!

mcn79

Thanks guys! I'm proud.

zannyzanzanzibar

That is all so great!! I totally agree with those NSVs too, I'm also a totally different woman these days.

Well done on lowering your BP & keep up the good work