A year ago I talked about having Goal Jeans as a real, tangible goal that you can see every day. I talked about wanting to get in some… but to be honest, I wasnt that overweight. Or at least I wasnt that uncomforable with being overweight. I would say I wanted to lose… and then eat a Whopper…. and cuss myself the rest of the day. It was a vicious, self deprecating cycle.
I used the excuse that Mike loves me no matter what size I am – which is true – but *I* don't. I don't like feeling self conscious, I don't like not feeling cute, I don't like seeing clothes on Pinterest that will only look good on a size 5 when I am … well… not a size 5.
I bought a pair of goal jeans (which I actually got into a month ago) and then my Mother In Law gave me another pair that I just fell in love with – quickly becoming Goal Jeans #2. I knew I would not be happy until I got into pair #2.
Losing weight sucks. And it is not for sissies.
Yes, there are ways to take the “easy way out” – but this whole Diet & Exercise thing – ya know, the way they say you are supposed to do it – is HARD. No surgery. No shakes. No pills. No “fat wraps.” No Cheating. They are not kidding when they say it has to be an entire lifestyle change if you want to truly get fit and get healthy and not “cheat” or stick a bandaid on being fat.
I began 2 months ago practicing portion control.
I also joined the gym.
I wasnt religious about it in the beginning…. but then we started working on Brandcation.
I got debilitating shin splints.
I got fitted for new shoes.
I stopped drinking alcohol of any kind. I know.
I began using a FitBit.
I bought a kettle bell.
I did not deprive myself of anything – I simply watched the portions.
I drank enough water daily to float a school bus.
I began eating “clean” at least 80% of the time.
I surpassed my Pregnancy #2 pre-baby weight.
I seldom feel hungry anymore.
I fell in love with the gym.
I can TASTE the nasty preservatives and stuff in food.
I feel soooo much more flexible!
I hired a personal trainer.
I CHANGED MY LIFE.
And I got… in my goal jeans… the #2 pair.
Sooo….. I bought another pair. Hey, apparently I do everything in threes…
I am very proud of how far I have come, and with my 2012 Theme being “Finishing” I plan on “finishing” this goal 100% and finally feeling good inside of my skin again. I know where I want to be, and I finally have my head in the right place that I know I can achieve it. I realize now – it was all really a head game anyway.
I chose to be fat. I chose to eat like a pig. I chose to be lazy.
I chose to change my life. Without cheating.
I am not gonna talk sizes cause well – every freaking designer seems to have a different idea of what each size is – BUT I will tell you this… this Summer when you see me out and about – I will be rockin some Pinterest fashions.
Rachel @ My Happily Ever After says
good for you!! for me it always comes down to whether or not i have the motivation. i let myself yo yo a lot depending on what’s coming up in my life and whether or not i feel like i can be lazy. it sounds like you’ve really make a life change and that’s what it’s all about!
Paula says
Way to go!!! I just started my “change in lifestyle” Monday and my legs & butt are hurting as I type this. But I know when I can fit into my skinny jeans again it’ll be so worth it!
Hanan says
That is awesome!!
Stefani says
Way to go girl! I just joined the gym again last month and have been trying to go every day during the week when I drop the kids off at school. I can definitely say that it is way easier gaining the unwanted pounds than losing them. I have been also watching everything I eat. It isn’t coming off fast, but its coming off!
Keep up the great work and your motivation.
Jamie Lyn Davis says
There will always be a dress made for a size 0-5 figure. ALWAYS – don’t beat yourself up about that. AND yes, every designer’s clothes fit differently which is infuriating.
Congratulations – you’ve come so far and you’re so right – it’s not easy, weight loss pills are to supplement good eating and exercise – only one doesn’t work and you’re so on that!~! You are an amazing, inspiring woman and I love you for that!~!
Paula @ Frosted Fingers says
You’re rocking it!! I totally want to go to water class tonight but it’s been a crazy week and Charlie wants me home. I think I’m doing Zumba in the morning, though!
Maryann says
Oh awesome! I’m working on it too, but not getting where I want to be, yet. But I’m still working!
melissa says
Awesome job! Keep it up!
Kelly says
Love this! This is just the motivation I needed to get off my duff.
Jenny says
Awesome! It is a lifestyle change.