Can you indulge me for one post while I celebrate my weight loss?? I've done enough talking about love for the past umpteen posts. So now I'll talk about loss, specifically my weight loss! I've lost a whopping 40 pounds since May! I did hit a plateau mid August so started running and now that it's gotten cold, I joined Urban Active and am at the gym five nights a week. I've been mixing up my routine with spinning class twice a week, alternated with weight/resistance training and running on the treadmill for an hour. I also cut out all carbs, (except the occasional low carb tortilla filled with salad) and a few pretzels, and cut out all sugar as well. I've also been having whey protein shakes (I like this brand) which I mix with Tropicana 50 cal. OJ and drink twice daily.
Also I cut out all soda, sugary drinks and drink only water and herbal teas, and when I am feeling indulgent, a cup of coffee with cream and Splenda. I have ten pounds to go to reach my goal weight. It has been tough but I've been determined and decided I wasn't going to let anything or anyone get in the way of my reaching my goal.
The best part about the weight loss has been shopping for new clothes, which I wouldn't have been doing if I hadn't given away all the smaller sized clothing I had before the weight loss, literally two weeks before I started losing the weight, sigh! But after a few trips to Macy's, I must say, I'm not complaining. I've never been much of a clothes horse, but have been re-discovering how creative one can get with clothing - and I really enjoy the collections at Macy's. The color ranges and styles overwhelm me. I was in heaven when I bought a pair of Inc. blue jeans and they fit so beautifully. Buying a pair of jeans that actually fit properly is an experience that every woman should have, once in her life. Once I got past the $69.50 price tag, I realized the tailoring, the fit and the wear I was going to get out of them was worth it. And here is the new me (sorry it's not a full body shot - you'll have to trust that I lost the weight!) I very rarely post pics of myself, so this is a treat for me! Wish me luck - the last 10 pounds is the hardest to lose!
Good luck and good for you! Am attempting something similar. You look great and have really motivated me :)
Posted by: Carrie | October 19, 2012 at 02:59 AM
Flipping heck, girl, that is absolutely fantastic! WELL DONE! I really admire you for sticking to it and losing all that weight. I wish I had your willpower.
Posted by: lululiz | October 19, 2012 at 11:52 AM
You are to be congratulated! It took much determination, willpower and discipline. good luck with the last few pounds....i love spin classes and yoga tones one as well (flattening the tummy is another side benefit). Love your art and creativity. you keep going, girl!
Posted by: julie b. | October 29, 2012 at 04:11 PM