List of benefits to the changes we are making

1. I'm able to move about easier. I can do stretches more than I ever could just because the fat's not in the way lol.

2. Fit into old clothes I'd been saving incase I ever did lose weight.

3. I'm happier. My mood and energy has made a big shift!

4. Confidence. I'm not so insecure about my body anymore.

5. Health. This is probably the biggest for me...I have polycystic ovary syndrome. I went on the pill years ago to make my periods regular. But after researching and stuff I felt like I didn't want to be on any medication. Just a personal decision ya know. So I had been having really irregular periods. Like months without one. Well, since my new lifestyle change of trying to cook most of my food and working out every day I have had consecutive periods and they're actually on a pretty regular schedule. :happy: So that's huge! Also, my carpal tunnel isn't as bad

Kels

You all are going to laugh. But I had to buy new shoes.
Being a women it was fun, But with the weight I lost I went down a 1/2 to full shoe size in all my shoes.
--Diann...

This was a great idea and great motivation for others to read! Here are mine...

1. I don't crave fast food. In fact, the thought of those greasy burgers and fries kinda grosses me out and it used to be something I ate at least once a week. So...very happy about this one!!:bigsmile:

2. I am more flexible. I've been taking a yoga class once a week and aside from the great hour of stretching and relaxation...I can reach further and stretch longer than I've ever been able to.

3. Endorphins!!! I have found a new love for running...I never thought this possible. I've NEVER EVER been a runner and now I can't seem to do it enough!

4. Strength. I seem to continue to increase my weight in my Body Pump class. I was excited about the little bump on my arm when I flex! (My husband made fun of me )

5. Confidence. I bought myself a pair of "tight" workout pants the other day and I don't have to lay down or jump around to get in them!:bigsmile: I also have quit wearing those baggy sweatshirts everyday!

6. Mood. I am happy a lot more than I used to be. Exercise and eating properly seem to make me FEEL better all the time!! Who would have thought?!

7. Motivation. As I see the scale drop or receive comments from friends and family, I WANT to continue! I have never skipped a workout (unless sick) and don't want to. It's not a struggle to get to the gym anymore! And I love that!

So, these are just a few. I could seriously go on and on! This "life change" if you will is the best thing that's ever happened to me!

*Kistinbee*

"I have found many of the same rewards! It's so weird to be turned off by fast food! I never thought that would happen! I also keep finding myself waking up anxious to start a morning workout Also has never happened! And looking in the mirror?!?...SO much better than ever. I haven't lost that much weight but my confidence is through the roof! "

I don't know how to do the quote...we'll see...but yeah! I wake up and the first thing I think about is what I'm doing at the gym that day. CRAZY! Never have been like that before!!

*Kistinbee*

benifits I have noticed, countdown ;

#10. I don`t feel "yucky'

#9 . my body doesn`t ache as much first thing the morning

#8. More energy

#7. more alert and less forgetfull

#6 Not reaching out for the junk in the cuboard

#5. Not craving chocolate all the time

#4. Look forward to cooking

#3. Happier

#2. Feel empowered after work outs

and #1!!! "the girls are getting smaller:bigsmile: and less heavy to the disapointment of dear hubby:blushing:

I have noticed I am not falling asleep at 8:00pm.
I have more energy.
My skin has changed and my nails too.
I feel better in my clothes.
I crave the better foods.
I am seeing a difference in my legs-there is starting to be more muscle and less flab
Most of all- I AM FEELING HEALTHIER

the biggest blessing from this I've noticed is motivation...after seeing small successes on the scale I'm more motivated than ever....

now my sister is on this site and is losing weight, my parents are now counting calories and they are both losing weight and eating much healthier...

a healthy lifestyle doesn't just affect me, my husband and kids are eating healthier because it's what I cook at home...knowing that I'm causing my family to be motivated and more healthy is an added motivation for me to keep going and never end up back where I was!!!!

1. No more heartburn.

2. No more symptoms of sleep apnea - sleeping WAY better!

3. No more plantar faciitis (heel pain all of the time).

4. Feel SO MUCH better!

5. Feel empowered by the knowledge that I can really do this and change my life for the better.

6. Fitting in clothes I haven't been able to wear for at least a few years! That is such an awesome reward!:bigsmile: