To begin, I used to be fit and athletic and at a healthy weight. Life happened at 15 and in a year and a half I gained about 70-75lbs. Due to more life circumstances I gained an additional 40lbs.
For 15 years I had tried to lose weight with no success. I would lose 20lbs then gain them back. Lose 10lbs and gain those back. In May 2020, a day before my birthday I decided to weigh myself. I thought I was around 180lbs. I was actually 219.9lbs, basically at 220. I was shocked! So, starting on my birthday I decided I wanted to be healthier and lose weight but to do so gradually. Now, after 2 years, I’m around 150lbs. I lost 70lbs.
I went about it by dieting and exercising/walking. I cut out sweets all together. Portion control was also done. Less carbs, more protein and fiber. Cardio weekly as well. All of these changes really helped.
My small goal is to reach 145lbs as to be at a healthy BMI (I know BMI isn’t always the best measure for health). I was an XL and a size 16, now I’m a M/L (depending) and a size 10. My ultimate goal is to be 130-135lbs. I do personal training now weekly to tone up and gain strength.
Throughout this journey I was just so proud that I lost the weight gradually and didn’t gain it back and that my eating habits changed dramatically to becoming healthier. My weakness were carbs and sweets/desserts. I’ve been able to curb my cravings and enjoy my current diet without compromising by eating too many unhealthy foods that would end up in me gaining weight back. Lifestyle really has changed these few years in a positive way, and I hope it’s for the rest of my life (being healthier).
I’m proud that I’ve been consistent, patient, and working hard on being healthier in general. To be honest I never thought I’d lose 70lbs, let alone even just 10! And yes many doctors tried to instill weight loss in my head but it didn’t happen until I really put it in my mind and decided that I really wanted to change.
My only thing that I tell people (many have been commenting on my weight loss irl) is that you might need to be stricter on yourself in the beginning but over time you come to understand what works for you and you have to realize that losing weight takes time and seeing results will happen if you are consistent (although at some points you might plateau).
Now I just need 15-20lbs left to lose. I’m hoping to reach my goals in 6-12 months. I’m just happy and proud of myself for trying and so far succeeding. Never thought I could do what’s been done, so I guess never eliminate the possibilities in life! Weight loss is a journey and for me being healthy is the goal.
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