Going to make it to 1-0-0

Current weight: 136lbs

I'm going to the doctor tomorrow to get my physical done and also get my blood tests done. Not fun but has to be done. I've also started job hunting. This year will definitely be a year of change iA - good change!
 
I did this exercise when I joined this forum 9 years ago (you can tell weight has been a never-ending struggle for me :) ), so let's do it again.

Why do I want to lose weight?

SO THAT I CAN:

FIT INTO MY OLD CLOTHES- SOME OF THEM NEW AND NEVER WORN BEFORE
NOT SHY AWAY FROM SOCIAL EVENTS
NOT BE SHY/EMBARRASSED IN FRONT OF GUYS
NOT BE SHY/EMBARRASSED/DISGUSTED IN FRONT OF SKINNY/FIT GIRLS
END THIS WEIGHT BATTLE ONCE AND FOR ALL
LOOK GOOD
ENJOY CLOTHES SHOPPING
INTERVIEW CONFIDENTLY
PROVE SOMETHING TO MYSELF
STOP BEATING MYSELF UP
LIFT UP MY SELF-ESTEEM
MOVE ON.
 
Those reasons would apply to most of us I reckon. One of mine was "feel normal". I joined the forum in 2007 too :)
 
cate said:
Those reasons would apply to most of us I reckon. One of mine was "feel normal". I joined the forum in 2007 too :)
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Haha "feel normal" is a great one! :)

I can't remember a time or a day that went by in the last 9 years that I haven't thought about weight. It's such a never-ending battle for me. It doesn't help that I eat my emotions. It's a quick fix to feeling better- only that after I feel crappy again lol

But yeah, "feel normal" is a great one.
 
I'm down one small lb - 135 lbs (yayyy)

I went to the doctor over my time off and had a physical. It came out OK for the most part- my iron is low but I need to keep up with my iron intake/ supplements. My bad cholesterol is a up - doctor told me to cut back on sweets and very sugary fruits. I feel much better after having had my check-up. These imbalances are fixable.

In other news, I've been looking for a new job. It's a slow process.

My sister has been getting on my nerves. She's a VERY difficult person to deal with, she has a VERY bad temper, she creates drama and makes everyone in the house miserable. She turned 29 today and still acts like a 3 year old- blaming everyone ELSE for her situation, including God, lol. It seems funny when I type it but her tantrums are really bad. It's sad actually. How can someone that age not be mature, it amazes me. Anyways, she had a yellfest with me this morning, after I wished her a birthday and just reminded her that we had a meeting for a not-profit group that we are a part of. She completely lost it saying she doesn't want to take a call on her birthday and that if I was so concerned I should take it - this is the same girl that makes a stink about being left out when people make decisions in her absence. Anyways, she created a scene at home. I'm so over it. I've been reading about how to deal with difficult people and the only thing that I can come across is patience. Unfortunately, setting her straight doesn't work she can yell louder, say meaner things and just about personally attack anyone in a merciless way. Anyways, just venting. I've decided that with her, success is my best revenge. If I can be more financially successful than her, healthier than her and have a much more positive and glowing attitude than her, then I will win.
 
A pound is a pound is a pound :)
Your sister sounds very hard to live with. Maybe she'll move out. It's a shame that she has you feeling competitive. What is her problem do you think?
 
cate said:
A pound is a pound is a pound :)
Your sister sounds very hard to live with. Maybe she'll move out. It's a shame that she has you feeling competitive. What is her problem do you think?
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Thanks Cate :)

My sister is an aggressive person - it's a problem that has worsened over the years.. Her aggressive temper is the norm. I think it's because she feels powerful and in-control when she yells and talks smack. She gets into spats at work, with her friends, especially with her family (we take her abuse, family being family). She's financially successful and has her own place (an aggressive nature can work well in some industries)- but she still has a very negative persona. My mum's asked her to see a therapist but obviously, she doesn't listen. It's just gotten to the point where people let her have her way, she can't be reasoned with. I don't know how it started- but she's had a short temper since she was a child. The victim mentality of "everything happens to me" and selfish nature has just absorbed her now.

I'm trying to make my peace with the fact that she'll never change and that I will have to be extremely patient (it's not easy) - and hopefully somewhere along the way God can give me a break.
 
I would have so much trouble coping with that. Aggression, yelling, bullying......I am almost cringing at the thought even. It's lucky her family love her!
 
cate said:
I would have so much trouble coping with that. Aggression, yelling, bullying......I am almost cringing at the thought even. It's lucky her family love her!
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Lol yes she is lucky

Makes me appreciate parents- they put up with a lot
 
My weight i currently at 135.8 lbs

I had a weekend of bad eats - and my cyst problem flared up with pelvic pain.

But I'm back on track. I've been exercising consistently 3-4 times a week and I'm going to try to get in as often I can at the gym before or between work hours.

My goal for end of this week: 134 lbs flat
 
Hi Misty. Stumbled upon your thread and we seem to have a few things in common. I am also very short, 4'10'' to be exact and I also have PCOS. Unlike you, I do not have any of the pelvic or cyst pain... that doesn't sound pleasant! Also, I live at home with my parents and I am in close in age with you... 27 years old. If it makes you feel any better, my starting weight last year at this time was 184 pounds. I am now down to about 165 after restarting the healthy living plan just this month. So you are wayyy further ahead than me. Hope to chat with you along this journey!
 
I haven't checked the scale in a while but I hope I am around the 134lb mark. I know that my waist has been tightening- can feel it when I wear my jeans and trousers - but the hips and thighs are still an issue. I'm still optimistic- 34-35 more lbs to go.
 
Baboon65 said:
Misty, those are great reasons to lose weight, and I hope they are still motivating you!
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Thanks so much- yes, I'm not giving up! This morning I'm having a green smoothie and packed a healthy lunch of chick peas, potatoes and brown rice. I also like my morning coffee- and have reduced the sugar in it to half. So small changes are coming- half the battle is mindset and just telling myself I CAN DO IT!!!
 
Hi misty. You can do this honey! I don't attempt to give any dietary advice because I think we all have different ideas about nutrition & this is compounded by all the conflicting things we hear & read. I saw your lunch as starch, starch & starch & eating that would make me heavier. My body just does not process starchy carbs well. As a component of my lunch any one of the 3 would be OK, but I do shy away from white potatoes & have sweet potatoes instead, for their lower GI value. If it works for you, that's great, but if not, maybe reduce your starchy carbs & add some more veg to your lunch & some lean protein. It's nice having you back, xoxo
 
cate said:
Hi misty. You can do this honey! I don't attempt to give any dietary advice because I think we all have different ideas about nutrition & this is compounded by all the conflicting things we hear & read. I saw your lunch as starch, starch & starch & eating that would make me heavier. My body just does not process starchy carbs well. As a component of my lunch any one of the 3 would be OK, but I do shy away from white potatoes & have sweet potatoes instead, for their lower GI value. If it works for you, that's great, but if not, maybe reduce your starchy carbs & add some more veg to your lunch & some lean protein. It's nice having you back, xoxo
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Hi Cate- that's some good advice! I never thought about it like that. I welcome the feedback.

I used to eat healthy and fell back into bad habits (which is why I gained 30lbs). I'm slowly getting better. Today my lunch has been brown rice, chicken and carrots and cucumbers and a mandarin. Coffee in the morning with an apple and a bowl of weetabix cereal (I know, breakfast was kind of heavy). I know that there is variation of sugars and calories even between veggies and fruit- I'm still working towards a healthy balance. I haven't checked my weight in a week due to being on TOM- but I've come off it and I'll weigh-in tomorrow.
 
Hey everyone, my name is Alexandra, i'm new here. I'm 1.60cm and 3 months agao i was with 81kg now i'm at 75kg. I was on dieet for the last 3 months and i lost my motivation at all. I don't feel like i can do this :( (i'm sorry my english is not my first lenguage so i hope u all understand wat i say) a bigg kiss
 
Hang in there! Avoid restaurants. Make a weekly menu and purchase just enough food for each meal. Drink a glass of water before each meal. Use smaller plates. Imagine buying a new sundress and sandals! Do at least 20 minutes of cardiovascular exercise every day. Try to avoid peer pressure to overeat. Sometimes, at a party, I will accept a plate of cake or dessert because host insists...but when the time is right...I either toss it in the trash...or set it down and walk away from it. PS: What is your first language?
 
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