So, it's been a struggle, I'm not going to lie. And, I am not as vigilant as you, but I made major changes for me and I am proud of that. I got on the scale this morning and I've lost 10 pounds. Of course, I had an easy 5 of empty DisneyWorld and Holiday goodies to lose, so it's really more like 5. But, since my goal is 30, I'm a third of the way there. WOO HOO! And, I feel good. I really do feel good. I've finally worked out my childcare issues (I hope) so I can now start exercising with regularity too. I'm hoping to turn some of this excess fat I'm carrying around in to muscle. I'm also hoping to be fit enough to actually race in the race for the cure this year, instead of to just leisurely stroll with the masses.
Thanks for posting/sending all your positive thoughts and encouragement and recipes. The recipes are key because the food preparation part is the biggest deterrent for me. I'm so tired, the last thing I want to think about is making a "diet" friendly meal most nights. However, I'm not as tired and that's fabulous. School is actually making this easier too, because I've decided if I don't have it with me, I will not eat it. So, I'm not snacking on crap and I'm saving money too!
You're a rock star and you have made a huge difference in my life. Thank you, thank you, a thousand times thank you!
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Linsey
10 lbs is just amazing! It sure encourages you to stick with it! Sounds like it hasn't been too difficult. And she is already noticing other positive changes like more energy. Pretty soon she may notice softer skin, the ability to focus her brain power (important when doing graduate studies while raising kids, I've done that too), needing less sleep, easier periods. Those were only some of the benefits I noticed. Next she will start craving salads.
Linsey - I am really proud of you! Thanks for sharing your success. I know many people who are trying this and any encouragement helps a lot. Your "fresh convert" enthusiasm is quite contagious.
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hooray for Lindsey is right! & hooray for you for being a role model to many of us.
Love you Robin!
it's like all my favorite people getting on board one big party train. and while i don't necessarily ride the train with you, i do run leisurely alongside it, you know, when it rolls slowly through town.
Andrea - this train doesn't roll slowly - so hurry and jump on while you can!
Robin: Thought I would leave a mini-testimonial comment! I started this journey in September, weighing 189 lbs and a size 20. Not sure exactly how much weight i've lost since I don't own scales and don't really need to go to my doctor anymore! I am guessing about 45 lbs. Today, when I went to try on pants at the mall I discovered I am a size 10!!....and if that didn't leave me in enough shock, the salesgirl asked me something I never thought I'd be asked "We have in some cute new pencil skirts, want to try one on?" I am still in shock. It almost seems "too easy" and anyone who has tried to lose weight on any plan other than Dr. Fuhrman's will know what I mean. It is such an enjoyable lifestyle (ok the first week was a little icky).....Just wanted to say thanks for your blog...it is, indeed, a huge help and support system. There is really no other blog like it out there. I live in Boulder, a really tough town to be "fat" in.....so there isn't a lot of support here because there are almost no overweight people. Your blog means a lot to me. Thanks so much!!
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