Last Christmas I weighed more then I have ever weighed without being pregnant. It was tough to be so big; tough for my self esteem and tough for my wardrobe. For the first time I had to shop in the XL size and the 14 was just too tight. It wasn't good or pretty. So I started running and dieting. My goal has been to just keep going. Whatever happens; if I have a bad day, or even a sick week, I get back on the wagon as soon as possible. To date I have lost over 25 pounds and over 4 inches off my waist. Currently I am still in a size 14, but with the belt cinched in to keep them up. The progress is slow, but it is steady and I continue to tweak things as needed. I run twice a week at the gym now instead of outside. I miss my running buddies, but I don't really like running and am not gonna do it in 100+ weather. I get in at least 2-3 days of Chalean weights a week. I purchased 15lbs weights a few months back and love using them. I have to brag that my shoulders look amazing. It makes me want to wear sleeveless shirts cause my shoulders are beautiful. I have always been blessed to carry very little of my fat on my arms, (it all hangs out lower down south,) but now they are looking crisp. My abs need a little help so August is now ab month. They are my focus and I am doing these little ab exercises daily. I also have a goal of stopping with the soda, but that isn't going too well. I know that I really need to kick up my cardio if I want to get to my ideal weight, but that would take a great time commitment which I am just not ready to do right now. But as of today I am smaller then I have been since before I was pregnant with Mae. I am wearing clothes that I haven't worn in years and I am encouraged to keep going, which is the most important part.
6 comments:
awesome! way to go, Em!
25 lbs! That's awesome! I can't run in this heat either -- it's killing my goal to become a runner. Oh well. Just got to do what is motivating. Before/after pics are one of my favorite things in life -- so I'd love to see some. I at least want to see pics of your shoulders! :)
Way to go!
I can't wait for running weather! The treadmill is so much harder for me!
I've said it before, but I'll say it again. You're smokin'! Running in the fall is such a treat. Just wait for it. Great job sticking with a program, especially in this heat. You should get a medal for doing ANY physical exercise in this weather!
That's awesome Emily! You looked cute on Sunday, I just can't get over how darned awesome your hair cut is. You're a beautiful gal, inside and out, don't tell yourself otherwise.
You and Jenn are totally putting me to shame! When I do a 20 minute walk, I am like, "Look at how awesome I am!" Before we went on vacation I was walking about 20mins/day, but I have not gotten myself out of the house to walk since we got back. Partly the heat, but mostly just lacking motivation even though we've been back a week and a half. That is great that you have stayed disciplined despite the sick days, etc.
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