Iusedtobefat
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Like my name suggests, I WAS FAT. But I had been in denial for the past 7 years. Thinking everyone else who was thinner than me was just anorexic.
I never had issues with weight up until 7 years ago. I've always been on the recommended weight for my age and height which is 95-100lbs. I am 5 ft tall. I was never skinny, but I wasn't fat either.
Two months ago, I had a health scare. I visited my GP and he said he needed to be honest with me. With my current medical state and the rate I'm gaining weight and the way I eat, I am bound to face some serious medical problems if I dont start shedding pounds. When he first saw me in 2004, I was just a little bit under 95lbs. Not fat, not skinny, just right and healthy.
In between 2004 and 2011, my weight flactuated. Between 115 and 120. Still not bad, but could use a little less amount of lbs. Last May 2011, I weighed 139.6lbs. Probably more towards the middle of May.
A trip to my doctor changed everything. I promised myself that I will take better care of my health. I also realized I've changed not only physically but mentally and socially. I became more reserved and very insecure.
After my lab tests results came, I took action. I ate healthier and properly portioned food. I walked more. I joined Zumba. And just two weeks ago, I finally put our treadmill to good use, I jog/walk for at least 3-4 miles every night before bed. I didnt do any kind of diet except just eating healthy. I cut down rice. (The hardest of all, I am asian. And this is like suicide! LOL)
It has been 2 months now. I am currently 110lbs. And I'm down to shedding the hardest last 10lbs. But I am committed and motivated to do it. My doctor, my family, my friends and my better half are all rallying up behind me. My old pictures are my biggest challange. From size 7/8, i am now back to wearing my size zero jeans. I'm glad I didnt throw them away! For the past couple of years, SWEAT PANTS became a permanent wardrobe of choice.
If an ice cream junkie like myself can do it, ANYONE CAN!
I never had issues with weight up until 7 years ago. I've always been on the recommended weight for my age and height which is 95-100lbs. I am 5 ft tall. I was never skinny, but I wasn't fat either.
Two months ago, I had a health scare. I visited my GP and he said he needed to be honest with me. With my current medical state and the rate I'm gaining weight and the way I eat, I am bound to face some serious medical problems if I dont start shedding pounds. When he first saw me in 2004, I was just a little bit under 95lbs. Not fat, not skinny, just right and healthy.
In between 2004 and 2011, my weight flactuated. Between 115 and 120. Still not bad, but could use a little less amount of lbs. Last May 2011, I weighed 139.6lbs. Probably more towards the middle of May.
A trip to my doctor changed everything. I promised myself that I will take better care of my health. I also realized I've changed not only physically but mentally and socially. I became more reserved and very insecure.
After my lab tests results came, I took action. I ate healthier and properly portioned food. I walked more. I joined Zumba. And just two weeks ago, I finally put our treadmill to good use, I jog/walk for at least 3-4 miles every night before bed. I didnt do any kind of diet except just eating healthy. I cut down rice. (The hardest of all, I am asian. And this is like suicide! LOL)
It has been 2 months now. I am currently 110lbs. And I'm down to shedding the hardest last 10lbs. But I am committed and motivated to do it. My doctor, my family, my friends and my better half are all rallying up behind me. My old pictures are my biggest challange. From size 7/8, i am now back to wearing my size zero jeans. I'm glad I didnt throw them away! For the past couple of years, SWEAT PANTS became a permanent wardrobe of choice.
If an ice cream junkie like myself can do it, ANYONE CAN!
