What's Your Most Recent NSV

I just finally fit in a size 12 jeans for the first time in over 20 years!

alteredsteve175 wrote: »

MoHousdon wrote: »

I stuck to my grocery list while shopping today. I don't think I bought even one thing I didn't intend to.

Excellent! My goal is always to stay on the perimeter and not venture into the middle of the grocery store.

I always found that an interesting concept. That's where the veggies, eggs and skim milk are, but also the ribs, bologna, donuts, cakes, fried chicken, butter and cheese.

The place where I buy my black work trousers from had a big sale on so I decided to nab a bargain & buy the next size down in anticipation of them fitting at....some point?

First nsv is that I bought them safe in the knowledge they will actually fit in time. May not seem a big deal, but it's reinforcement that I still have self belief.

Second is that they are a UK size 10 & my very first pair from that shop was a UK size 20...prior to that I was a 22 & I couldn't buy them from this place as they wouldn't even go up over my thighs.

Third is that the 10s actually go all the way up & there's only about a half inch gap before I will be able to fasten them.

Shocked does not cover it! If I was to pinpoint a time prior to this that they would've *perhaps* fit, I'd have been around 10 years old.

So glad I bought them!

Just sat down and placed my phone on my lap and it vanished! Found it on the floor - tried again and the same thing happened again.
It was escaping through my new thigh gap! I suppose I must have had it a while but first time I’ve really noticed!

motivatedmartha wrote: »

After losing nearly 50lbs I had the confidence to get back in the saddle and went riding with my daughter. We have not done that for about 10 or 12 years - and at that time I felt self conscious because of my weight. I was worried that my hips and knees wouldn't cope but, although my ankles ached, and getting off was 'interesting' I was absolutely fine and I didn't feel sorry for the horse. What's more - it was too embarrassing being asked my weight before they chose my horse. This is a biggy for me - I rode all through my childhood up until my mid 30's. I owned my own horse and competed but as he aged, and I got fatter I stopped riding him. Sadly, he died about 12 years ago and apart from that one hack with my then young daughter I've not ridden since. So good to be back in a saddle.

I'm so glad you were able to enjoy something again that you so obviously loved in the past. And to be able to share it with your daughter makes it even better

I fell at home on August 1st and broke my ankle. First broken bone ever. Been missing being able to get out on the bike. Went to wellness center today and did some upper body strength training. Not long but I am counting it as a victory.

Counting down to September 14th to be able to retire the boot.

Also was able to stop at one cookie last night which is significant because sometimes one failure (wasn't hungry and didn't need it) leads to eating the whole bag.

Went to buy shoes yesterday, apparently my feet have shrunk from UK 5 to 3.5.

I was able to go down one more notch in my belt! Boss even noticed that my clothes are getting baggier and said that I should probably invest in a new wardrobe. I don't necessarily want to do that right now because I am in between sizes, but it's nice that she noticed!

Was at the gym yesterday after work with my wife, when a personal trainer there told us that she had used us as good examples to a client of hers, highlighting our hard work and dedication over the past year. Made me feel good...

I bought a cute jacket on sale a few weeks ago. I knew it wouldn't fit round me but I thought it would look nice worn open with a T-shirt. Yesterday I zipped it all the way up. It's a girl's jacket. I'm the size of a 14 year old girl. I wasn't even that size when *I* was a 14 year old girl!

LindaGilpin59 wrote: »

besmith11 wrote: »

I was able to go down one more notch in my belt! Boss even noticed that my clothes are getting baggier and said that I should probably invest in a new wardrobe. I don't necessarily want to do that right now because I am in between sizes, but it's nice that she noticed!

This is a good but a bit annoying problem when you are between sizes and especially when between Womens/Misses department. I have been unable to find dresses for quite some time. anyone have suggestions.

You could have your clothes taken in? Lots of cheap dressmakers/alteration services out there.

Finally went from Obese 1 to Overweight for my BMI. very very happy to achieve that

Just came back from a healrh check, cholesterol good, weight down 2kg since last at doctor and very close to normal bmi range.

I have to have fingerprints taken for a new job and they ask for height, weight, etc on the forms.
This is the first time I not only didn’t cringe at the thought of giving my weight, but was actually kinda proud. How freeing!

I have been reading this thread for months! Maybe even a year. It is so motivating. I feel personally invested in many of your journeys.

Today I have a real but small one. We have ton of family coming into town this weekend. I mean 45-50 people because my twins are being baptized. This is a really big deal in our church. We are feeding everyone and housing many and I am makeing a huge Dalek cake. So, stressful day ahead. I saw a bottle of Dr. Pepper on the counter and reeealy wanted to drink it. BUT, I filled up my water bottle instead and reminded my self that the water would help me more than the soda ever would. Victory!

Glad to join all of the wonderful people on this thread. I now want to start lifting, biking, SUP, and get some dragon pants. Thank you!