Your post is the funniest thing I have ever read about weight loss. It is also the truest.

After twelve years, this is the advice I would give someone who actually asked for my advice.

You need to change more than the number on the scale. Lifting weights will help some with the deflated body, but plastic surgery is the real transformer.

Keeping active, getting lots of exercise, paying attention to clothing styles, hair styles, makeup, shapewear, healthy eating, and forcing myself to get out more and associate with others, these are the things that were my life changers.

Think about movie star type people. They spend a lot of time, energy, and money to keep their glamorous looks. People are willing to invest $40,000 in a car and will make an effort to keep the car running well and looking good. I think a similar investment in plastic surgery is a wise move.

Weight loss for me was the beginning of a journey to look and feel younger. That quest continues every day. I make better choices about food, exercise, and what I will do with my time. That is what is different now.

I had this picture in my head of what I looked like at X pounds. And even though my rational brain knew damn well that I was decades older...my irrational brain still thought I would look like that again at X pounds. And, of course, I didn't.

To anyone looking in the future for those who have Peloton, just message me. Also if thinking about buying and wondering if good. They are great. I so look forward to using it, as evidenced by almost 200 rides since Thanksgiving last year.

If looking now - they are offering 30 day risk free with no shipping/delivery risk (that part is new). Also there is usually an annual sales that we(as users) mostly know. During black friday week (Monday to BF) they offer a free $250 value accessory package. I waited 3 months to get that package. Shoes, mat, heart monitor, weights. They don't offer any sales or other discounts (other than referral mentioned below)

If too far away - use my user name as a referral (SpinSkater) - you'll get $100 off accessories like shoes, etc. You can't get that extra discount during the black friday sale.

I get a free shirt for the referral, so I'm not hawking here for sure. I actually don't like the Peloton clothing - too much for the kids in styling.

Ha ha, I love this. When I had my DS I was 53 years old and single. I thought that after I lost the weight that I would once again look young and beautiful, start dating, and meet the man of my dreams. Really! I even bought candles at a candle party that I would use when my dating began. Had it all planned, and the key was my new thin figure which somehow would transform my face to look around 30 years younger, I swear. Sadly it didn't happen that way and I'm back down to earth. No men beating down my door, but my thin body is ready for them if they do, but of course the wrinkles in my face remain. I laugh at myself, how ridiculous I was. But happy I got the DS, oh so happy.

SpinSkater. I'm approaching 200 rides. I got the bike just after Thanksgiving. Love every minute of the rides. I'll ping you on the ap

Ha. You already hit me. I get a few requests and didn't realize OH connection. Looks like you are working your way up and do scenic rides. How are those? I've never done them. Let me know how I can assist or answer any questions. Let me know and one day we can do a class together. I'm up for anything that works for you.