In the summer of 2013, I was FINALLY able to lose 20 pounds. These were pounds that I had been battling for decades. No one was more surprised than me that I actually did it. I’ve tried so many things over the years, and have ALWAYS been active. But every time, I pretty much stayed the same. The truth is my activity level kept me from gaining more, but my eating kept me from losing the weight. ![]() The weight dropped quickly, and steadily, for 3-4 months. I got to buy almost a whole new wardrobe! Almost all the weight came from my lower half. Looking in the mirror every day and stepping on the scale was like a dream. I kept it off for about 9 months. Then slowly it started creeping back. To date, I have put a little more than half back on. Talk about frustrating! Even though most of the new clothes I bought still fit, I just felt heavier. Anytime anyone would ask me how I did it, I credited 2 things: 1) portion control 2) stopping eating 2-3 hrs before bedtime. I didn’t eat anything special and didn’t eliminate anything. I continued to eat dessert almost every day. But I got out my measuring scoop and gave myself an exact (small) portion. So it’s a new year and it’s time to get back on the horse. I started using my fitness pal to track calories and exercise. I’m happy to see a sinkful of dirty measuring cups and spoons. It means I’m on my way! Look for bi-monthly checkins, because I want to stay accountable.
Cheers to a new year and getting back to the new and improved me!
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1/20/2015 02:08:53 pm
But every time, I pretty much stayed the same. The truth is my activity level kept me from gaining more, but my eating kept me from losing the weight.
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