reach my goal weight

to this goal that vexes me every morning when I look in the mirror.

Eat healthy…Eat moderately…keep hydrated…rested and EXERCISE!!!!

very simple instructions if I should choose to take the challenge. ;)

went to my dietician today and reached my first mini-goal :) all motivated now to keep it that way… aiming for the second mini-goal now :)

in this goal because I was waiting until I reached the perfect weight to buy new clothes and pamper myself…

Beating myself up for who I am today was not the answer. I found a line of clothing that looks great on me as I am today. Plus I have gotten my hair and nails done and started a healthy eating and exercise regime. Taking excellent care of myself has become a priority.

When they say beauty comes from within it is true…the sparkle in our eyes and the brightness of our smiles diminish any flaws we see in the mirror.

Today I feel beautiful and in control of my life.

As with many of the entries I’ve read on this site I am at my heaviest ever. I feel very insecure about how I look and decided I HAVE to do something. I am going to a dietician (for about 8 weeks now) and thus far I have lost about 4 kg. There is a long road ahead but baby steps… baby steps…

So, it took a little while into the semester to get into it, but I am starting my goal. This semester I will be keeping track of calories, going to spin class 2x a week and walking 2.5 mi. everyday. I want to lose 15 lbs by December 31st. My goal for the next semester would simply be to keep it off and stay in shape. I will allow one cheat day where I will be able to not count calories so that I don’t feel deprived.
Starting weight: 126 lbs.

I can’t believe it has been three years since I first posted! I joined Weight Watchers at the end of May and have lost 20 pounds. I’m not exactly sure how many more pounds I want to lose. Initially I thought losing 50 pounds would be good, but to have a healthy BMI I would need to lose 70. I’m not going to pay attention to that.

The key to my success has been making better choices. I recognize the food may not be exactly what I want, but I learn to enjoy it for itself, not for what I wish it could be. Another thing that is so helpful is portion control. I really try to stop eating when I am full or even before then.

He’s lost 100 pounds and is really enjoying his life! He’s even running marathons.

I have a whole new resolve about this goal! :)

Eating fast food has become a bad habit that I have fallen into this summer. It is easier to drive through and catch a bite than to come home and cook.

Bad choice for me! I can smell fries and gain 10 pounds.

I felt reaching this goal required physical evidence.

I actually reached my goal weight “range” in July but wanted to be sure I could maintain it. It’s been more than a month and it’s still at that weight, within 2 lbs (it’s a woman thing, ya know?).

11 months ago, I wore a size 16 and weighed 210 pounds. Today, I’m wearing 2-4 pants and small (petite) tops. Yes, it’s a very small size but my actual weight is within the range for my height of 5’4”. Go figure – I am officially waif-like….

I have struggled with my weight my entire life. My earliest food memory was in kindergarten – that’s 45 years ago. I remember it like it was yesterday. My life revolved around food – as a reward, as a punishment, as a friend, as an enemy. How much could I have? When would I eat next?

My life has been countless diets – too many to mention – I was a professional dieter, dieting for occasions – then gaining it back. I can tell you my weight at almost every event in my life. I could lose, but I couldn’t keep it off.

Until now. Why is this time different? Because I’m not on a diet. I’ve changed my entire life and how I deal with it. And I do not use food to deal with life anymore. Life is life and food is food.

Food is fuel, it’s nutritious, it’s weighed and measured. I am a scheduled eater who doesn’t consume sugar, wheat or flour. Like an allergy, like being Lactose intolerant, my body and my mind cannot handle those 3 substances. By eliminating them, my body is happy and my mind is clear.

Do I wish that I’d learned this years ago? I don’t know. If I’d heard about this 10, 20 years ago, who knows if I’d have accepted it? But today I do accept it. I was led to this when I was ready.

How do I feel? Every day I feel the same – Amazed. Blessed. Grateful. Happy. Strong. Healthy.

It can be done. It’s simple but it’s not easy. Nothing this wonderful ever is – but it is SO worth it. I’m worth it.

Thanks to all my wonderful 43T friends that have encouraged me along the way on my multiple weight loss goals. For the first time in my life – and the last time – I can say I am at my goal weight.

heavier than I have ever been in my life…well not really, considering the steroids and yet…much more of me to love than I even feel is sexy.

Tonight I went out with a friend and she was the center of attention! I loved that for her! I am rather shy and keep it cool.

Then some guy from Texas came up & started talking to me..a liar and a Texan…who knows? who cares? What liars give their real name???
He made my friend feel bad because he liked me & she is undoubtedly more beautiful…he gave me a bogus number & yet his real name…I am not sad or even surprised…I’ve lived a full life and yet…

If he calls me I will be totally surprised.