motowngirl1967
Joined a gym, and other stuff...
Nov 29, 2009
Well, I'm still losing weight!! I'm down over 80 pounds now, a size 16/18 regular, not Women's. I'm in the gym 6 days a week, running, lifting, resistance training, Pilates, and anything else that looks exciting! I am addicted to exercise and have adapted my diet to a new lifestyle. I have given up sugar, salt, most carbs (except for complex carbs like whole wheat, brown rice, legumes and such), artificial sweeteners, and are learning to cook delicious meals that support my new body. When my son sees my Facebook profile picture, he says, "My pretty Mommy!" and points to my new picture. Awwwwwww!!!!!My support system recently collapsed and I had to keep going. The person who really gave me my push to get healthy and take control of my life walked away from me with no explanations, although I suspect it was due to my weight. It really hurts to be left again, especially when I'm going to succeed at this without surgery. As before, however, I learned to stand up on my own and be my own support system. And I'm doing just fine, thank you.
My doctor saw me 3 weeks ago for the first time in a while, and she was blown away! "No surgery for you! You can do it!" were her exact words. She even hugged me!! My story, complete with BEFORE and current pictures, is also featured at the gym, in the Member's Spotlight, for being an inspiration to others. I didn't even know I was--I have had lots of people recognize the fact that I've lost a whole lot of weight and I'm looking much better. But an inspiration? Didn't have a clue until I was approached by the manager who had been told by many of the other patrons that I am there no matter what, I never give up, and I am looking great; they cite those reasons for their commitment to the gym and a healthier lifestyle.
That's about it. I get up each day, get to the gym, volunteer at my son's school as a Reading Coach, be a good example to others, and live the healthiest lifestyle I can!
