It has been 33 weeks since I began my journey, and in that time I have made so many healthy changes to my body and my mind. Because of the healthy changes I have made I have taken off 70 pounds---more than 30% of my starting weight. I have gone from a BMI of 33.4--well into obese, to 22.8, firmly "normal". I have gone down 6 pants sizes to a size 6, and have lost more inches off my body than I can count. I can run a mile and a half without stopping, lift weights 3 times a week, do sit ups like crazy without flinching, and touch my toes. I can wear sleeveless tops and shorts without being self conscious. There is room between my thighs, and I have visible collar bones. I have set and accomplished so many goals...I feel amazing.
But with all these accomplishments, I know that my journey is not over. Really it's just the beginning of another bend in the road. As I have achieved my goals I have made new ones, and I am looking forward to working towards those. I know there is always more work to be done. I also know that no matter what I will never be perfect---and I don't want to be! I love myself, and am proud of everything I have done.
Thank you guys for all of your support... I am so sorry that I haven't been around as much... but I really appreciate you checking up on me! Thank you! AndI will try to do better with checking in!
Posted By: Gvmemoment
Comments to this post:
08/24/2006 02:02
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
AWESOME JOB! You have accomplished a lot and have a lot to be proud of beyond just reaching your goal weight. Thank you for letting us all be a part of your journey to goal. I'm really really happy for you. This must feel amazing. Congratulations!!! Holy crap, it's like I can't say it enough!! CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS!!! WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOW!!!!
Phenomenal job! I hope to one day be right where you are. You're going to be fine on the journey of maintanence... your changes that you've made of the last 9 months or so are permanent changes and your whole mindset has changed. I'm not worried about you. Congratulations again.
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08/24/2006 16:13
Whoo-HOOOOOOOOOO!!
You did it! CONGRATULATIONS!!!! What a ride, huh? Thanks for letting us tag along for a bit. I for one, am so glad I did. You really inspire me and project so much confidence and happiness... it's catching!
I hope you give yourself a big giant reward. Whatever it is, you deserve it!!! Congrats again!
Tearing up in happiness for you! You have accomplished such a phenomenal thing. 70 lbs in eight months is truly amazing. So what are your next goals? I hope you're planning on sharing the next phase of your journey with us.
oh wait, you already did by reaching your goal! Yay!!!!!! I am so happy for you and inspired to work hard and make those last few pounds!
I hope you'll stick around and push the rest of us--you have really stuck to your plan and the changes you've made and I know this isn't the end for you so much as a REALLY BIG cause for celebration along the way.
I have watched your progress for the past few months and I just wanted to say congratulations for doing it! You reached your goal! Good job. You have been an inspiration. Keep up the good work. You are so cute! You are beautiful in your "before" picture, and you are beautiful now. All my best, Shelley
As someone said to me the other day, you are fit and jacked, girl! Doesn't it feel GREAT to be at goal? When are we going to see a photo of you at goal?
I am so proud of your accomplishment, and I know you are thrilled as well.
Congratulations again.