How I did it: I was a overweight when I got pregnant.  Then my pregnancy made me heavier.  I lost 40 pounds by the third after having my daughter.  But then I became ill due to the delivery and got a debilitating heart condition which required high doses of steroids and such. 

I didn't diet or workout.  As soon as the steroids were no longer necessary, which was about 2 years later, the weight came off.  In 2 months I lost 30 pounds without an effort from my part. 

And now I am 51 pounds lighter and happy as can be.  The best part is no stretch marks, and no flabby skin.  Nice and taut.  I couldn't be happier.

Lessons & tips: If you are on meds, make sure the meds aren't what's keeping your weight up

Have a physical exam and discuss your weight with your doctor.  If your weight isn't from overeating or eating the wrong kinds of foods, than have him check your thyroid for hypothyroidism. 

Don't be cruel to yourself.  Don't hid.  Enjoy life and make it a goal to lose the weight.  Find the exercise that best suits you.  Don't push yourself.  Enjoy the process.  Take pictures every month.  It will make you feel great to see the difference.

As I said, I didn't have to do any of this because it was my steroids and meds keeping me blown up.  However I know this is an excellent start to losing weight. 

 

Jul 02, 08:32PM PDT | 0 comments | 1 cheer