BL show is great, but not balanced

katznketo
katznketo Posts: 323 Member
edited September 20 in Motivation and Support
I know it is just a show, but last January I pretended at home to be on the BL. I walked, rode my bike, swam, etc. All the the exhaustion of not being able to take care of the rest of my life.

I asked my family to help out and hang on so that I could get my weight off and become healthy. I went down 3 sizes, did feel much better finally, but to what point?

I put back on 1 size this summer when I couldn't keep up the pace. Then my friend said she had had it with diets. She is exercising appropriately and eating smart.

Ahh! This fit right in with my relationship with God. He wants to be first in my life and to give me that balance I have search all my life for.
Duh!

Anyways, this season of BL I am walking for 20 or so minutes, eating light, well balanced meals, and praying. So far so good. Down 8 pds, I am happy, I am not exhausted. I feel peaceful and hopeful.

Just thought I share. kc

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  • JessiJean
    JessiJean Posts: 1,207 Member
    Thanks for this insight! I usually use my running time as my prayer time.
  • Demetria
    Demetria Posts: 178
    Exactly, it's not about quick fixes or fads, it's about a change in lifestyle. That's why most people gain the weight back, they go back to their old habits so the weight comes back. A lifestyle change is a more permanent and slow way to lose the weight.

    Demetria
  • ourgang
    ourgang Posts: 229
    Hey, since it sounds as though you have a strong relationship with your savior. Try reading and working through the book Series, "Loss it for Life". It is a great book and the workbook is very helpful. The premise of the book is to lean on God for everything, including weight loss. It teaches you why God created food: to Fuel our bodies and to celebrate, you also go through different reasons why you eat... I think it is great. I started in July and have lost 20 lbs, my mom who has been overweight forever has lost 55 lbs since Jan. and now is in a smaller jean then me!!!!!!

    It really works and you never feel as though it is impossible..

    Good Luck, Let me know if you grab the book
  • mommared53
    mommared53 Posts: 9,543 Member
    Thanks for sharing KC. A few weeks ago, I started the c25k running plan and always pray before and during my run. God has helped me get through the plan early. Last night I ran for 30 minutes which is week 9. I completely skipped weeks 7 and 8. :happy: Praise God! I know there's no way I could have done it without Him. :flowerforyou:

    Ourgang, I'm going to check out that book. Thanks for suggesting it. :flowerforyou:
  • arewethereyet
    arewethereyet Posts: 18,702 Member
    I prayed June of 08 for an answer and found MFP. Here I have removed 33+ pounds of unhealthy fat, and changed my attitude towards many other things.


    :flowerforyou: Slow and steady wins the race!!
  • Starrotts
    Starrotts Posts: 164
    i dont get the believe in God stuff sorry........................:yawn:
  • mommared53
    mommared53 Posts: 9,543 Member
    i dont get the believe in God stuff sorry........................:yawn:

    I'm sorry too. :cry: I'll include you in my prayers. :flowerforyou:
  • katznketo
    katznketo Posts: 323 Member
    Wow, thank you so much for the tip on this book. Do you know the publisher? Thanks again, kc
  • katznketo
    katznketo Posts: 323 Member
    Hi Starrotts,

    I understand how you feel. There was a time when I was so angry at God, it was easier to deny Him.

    I always say that thank God He loves me even when I didn't know him.
    My story revolves around one day being diagnoses with Multiple Sclerosis. I had lost my far away vision and was very ill. At my friends suggestion, I started going to church with her. Eight months later I was on my knees. I cried out to God to leave me sick or not. I just wanted Him to take away my fear of that horrible disease and give me peace.

    To this day when I doubt that Jesus is real, I remember that night and how I was absolutely overcome with His Holy Spirit. I cried and prayed for an hour at that alter. When I left, my eyes sight was restored. That was 1996. I am suppose to be dead or in a wheelchair at least. But thanks to Him I am not. I pray that you experience that feeling of love that I felt fill me up and overflowed.
    Take what you want and be blessed. kc
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