Even when I sag my abs, I can't see my belly past my bustline any more. To see my belly, I have to slouch and curve my spine. Woo! I've had a belly that stuck out further than my bustline for years, so this is huge!
The smaller clothes I bought last summer are bagging. I couldn’t stand it any more. Gathered my mask and my courage and went to the outlet mall this afternoon.
I bought all XS shirts and size 2 pants. Two summers ago I was struggling to squeeze into 22 and 24w.
And to top it off, the outlet mall is hurting so bad, they almost paid ME to take the stuff away.
Ladies and gents, if you find yourself in my boat, everything was 60-80% off, and all three stores I went to gave me an additional discount at the register. Lots of lookers, few buyers. 😢Good for me. Bad for the economy.
100 day login streak today
Progress is slow, but the fact that I am still at it and enjoying finding healthier habits is success in itself, even if the scale still has some catching up to do.
And bought a smaller sized top today to wear for an upcoming extended family photoshoot. I quite like slightly baggy tops, so most of my existing ones are fine for everyday, but think I need something not so shapeless for the photos (and I had a voucher that was expiring so it was a good time to get it)
A few recent NSV's for me. I got into a pair of pants from REI that I have not been able to fit in for about 5 years. My favorite summer work dress from last year that was more "bodycon" is now actually flowy and I don't have to wear shape wear under it to avoid pantylines. I have been strong and consistent in my 5x5 routine and I literally feel stronger than I have in 20 years after just a few weeks.
Put in a dress from last year with a pretty loud and horizontal print that (just) fit last year but I was never confident enough to wear. Put it on today and it’s wearable but loose and comfy.
Also, PMSing like crazy (oh, the crabbiness and headache). Ate an extra RX bar, had some Nada Moo coconut ice cream with wild blueberries and wine. Not exactly sure calorie count, but likely at or below maintenance. Only took two of hubby’s sauce covered shrimp and gave him the leftover homemade donuts with real ice cream. Of course in the throws of PMs cravings I remembered I still have an unopened box of good chocolate from Mothers Day. Hoping I forget that again before bed.
Tomorrow is my day 7. It feels different this time, like I'm mentally finally "ready" to lose weight. I haven't been playing around with the calories everyday, I'm just going slow. I'm not going to start at 1200 and not be able to make it last for a week. I'm finally in it for the long run and it feels good taking back control
For the first time in I don’t know how long, I had a picture taken of me from the back that I didn’t hate. I actually like the picture. Considering where I started... I feel pretty good!
Some pictures... I’m not at goal yet, but I’m getting close!
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I bought all XS shirts and size 2 pants. Two summers ago I was struggling to squeeze into 22 and 24w.
And to top it off, the outlet mall is hurting so bad, they almost paid ME to take the stuff away.
Ladies and gents, if you find yourself in my boat, everything was 60-80% off, and all three stores I went to gave me an additional discount at the register. Lots of lookers, few buyers. 😢Good for me. Bad for the economy.
Progress is slow, but the fact that I am still at it and enjoying finding healthier habits is success in itself, even if the scale still has some catching up to do.
And bought a smaller sized top today to wear for an upcoming extended family photoshoot. I quite like slightly baggy tops, so most of my existing ones are fine for everyday, but think I need something not so shapeless for the photos (and I had a voucher that was expiring so it was a good time to get it)
Also, PMSing like crazy (oh, the crabbiness and headache). Ate an extra RX bar, had some Nada Moo coconut ice cream with wild blueberries and wine. Not exactly sure calorie count, but likely at or below maintenance. Only took two of hubby’s sauce covered shrimp and gave him the leftover homemade donuts with real ice cream. Of course in the throws of PMs cravings I remembered I still have an unopened box of good chocolate from Mothers Day. Hoping I forget that again before bed.
This is amazing news! I am working toward some of the same things!
Today I’m 126.5lbs and now in the “Normal” BMI category!
Have a ways to go but I’m so happy with this progress.
So I guess that we ran a little faster (I don't do fast, in fact, most people can probably walk faster than I can run).
Some pictures... I’m not at goal yet, but I’m getting close!