I have been working to lose weight for about 2 - 2 1/2 years now. I started this journey weighing 236lbs. It has been a slow process. Because it has been slow I've gotten frustrated, fallen off the wagon and had to start over a number of times. Thankfully when I've 'fallen off' it has not resulted in any significant gain, but I simply didn't continue to lose.
For about 3-4 months I have been hovering mostly at the 203-206 mark. Unable and unwilling to really do anything about it. The Shred was a half-ass attempt I guess. When J and I started TTC, my goal was to be under 200lbs by the time I got pregnant. We all know I'm not KU yet, so I've finally gotten my butt in gear to try and make some positive things happen in my life (save $, lose more weight, etc).
In June when AF showed up, I decided it was time to get back to it. I have been working on returning to my better eating habits and trying to be more active (I'm still not quite where I want to be in the activity arena..). Yesterday morning I got on the scale and for the first time in about 5 years, the number did not start with a 2! In fact, this morning I was a solid - 199.0. It isn't anything to throw a party over, but it is a little milestone that has been a LONG time coming. I never want to see that little 2 again. I am not even more motivated to reach my next goal (185). 15 lbs. I can do that, right? I've come this far, why not!
Back in May or so I added the original before (237lb) picture and an 'after' (at about 205) picture. Maybe I should replace it with a new 199 picture and then I can update it at my next goal too?
CONGRATS. That is awesome and definately party worthy..just broccoli and bagel chips party versus cake and icecream party! Keep up the good work.
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