Day 14 of 365(For some reason Blogger keeps turning this picture sideways even though it's the right way in my computer files.)
Okay, I know our bathroom scale is a pretty dull picture for my project 365, but there's a reason for it.
I struggle with my weight. To be honest, I like food, and, in many ways that's the problem. I like it too much.
I've done Weight Watchers twice in the past and have had success when I stuck to the plan ... losing 30 lbs the first time and almost 20 the second time. However, whether due to expecting a baby or just falling off the wagon, I've quit WW both times and gained weight back. Although I do not now weigh as much as the first time I joined WW (which was my highest non-pregnant weight), I'm only about 10 lbs shy of that mark. I do NOT want to reach that point again.
As I've linked before, I'm currently undergoing testing for hypothyroidism and PCOS (both for reasons unrelated to weight) which may or may not be affecting my weight. Health and medical issues that others I know have been experiencing have given me a wake-up call. I need to get my weight back within a healthy range for my height to hopefully avoid my own weight-related medical issues and achieve a healthier body.
So, what have I done? I've started another blog (Yes, another one!) in the hopes that it will keep me accountable to my goals of eating less and better without joining WW again but using what I've learned from my past experience with the program to help me. I don't anticipate the blog will be very exciting since I mostly plan to use it to keep track of what I'm eating, but you're welcome to visit it and give me a kick in the pants when you see me not doing so well.
I've added a weight loss ticker on the side of this blog to track my weight loss here also.
Ultimately I'd like to lose 28.8 lbs, but right now my short-term goal is to lose 18.8 lbs by May 1, 2009. (If you're wondering why the ".8" ... As you can see we have a digital bathroom scale, and that would bring me to a nice even number.)
Good luck!
ReplyDeleteTo answer your baby legs question, here's a step by step. It's as easy as can be. http://everythingyourmamamade.com/2008/01/21/make-your-own-baby-leg-warmers/ As for the scale, I've got my fingers in my ears.
ReplyDeleteGood for you, Melanie! We can support each other since I'm trying too! My love for food is my problem too! :) Good luck!!!
ReplyDeleteIt is so hard to lose weight when we are taking care of our families. I started a few weeks back and am trying to tell myself I am just eating healthier. If I tell myself I am on a diet, I will want to cheat. I guess I have to pysch my own self out. Pretty ridiculous. lol.
ReplyDeleteBest of luck to you!
I need to make some lifestyle changes. I need to sit down, pray, and figure out what exactly that looks like. (I'm hoping it doesn't mean giving up coffee. Ugh!) But I do need to drop pounds but am having health issues that I need to figure out what I need to change in order to be in better health. (Not sure if I am experiencing food allergies/sensitivities, etc.)
ReplyDeleteSo I just might join you!