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Reaching weight loss goals

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motherhubbard
, 08-05-2008 at 12:13 PM (1719 Views)
I decided to blog about this after reading Pendragon’s blog where he mentions his 50 lb. reduction. Way to go Pen!

I keep thinking about this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKs0oEIVOck

I’ve had to really work on my weight since I had children. It’s easier to be fat and harder to have time to take care of myself. Often I find that I’m the one who’s needs are put on the back burner. A mother’s work is never done and all that jazz.

At the beginning of summer I decided I was either gaining or losing and so I needed to be losing. I decided to break my weight loss goals into three segments and to just focus on things one step at a time. I decided to work on my diet while I lost the first third of my extra weight. I reached my goal early and then just kind of got busy with other things and stood still.

Now it’s time for me to look at the second third of my extra weight and exercise. I used to really love to work out, but it’s difficult now to not be able to do what I once could. Add to that a couple of kids under foot or hanging on and it’s near impossible. I decided to just be mean about it and really put my foot down. Why do I always feel so guilty or selfish for doing something for myself? Anyway, I’ve been walking on the treadmill an hour each day, but I did an hour and a half today. I feel so great and my outlook is much more positive. I ordered a ballet workout video and I’m really excited to start it. I love dancing and it really does sculpt the body. I’m going to add weight training in to my spring semester goals.

I just wanted to brag a little bit. Also, I kind of feel like blogging about it may help me realize my goals. It’s kind of like now that I’ve said all of this out loud I’m really committed and accountable. I hope to reach this next goal by Thanksgiving but I’ve given myself to the end of the semester.

Reading Virgil’s workout blog and Pussnboots’s boardwalk walk blogs have really been inspirational. I envy the boardwalk walks a little.

Is there a diet ad at the top of this entry?
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  1. sprinks's Avatar
    Yay motherhubbard! You can do it!! I'm sure you'll reach your goals! And yep. There's 3 weight loss/diet ads at the top!
  2. 's Avatar
    "Gay Audio Books"

    Seriously speaking, there is only the "Poll the People" ad.

    Setting small targets is always more rewarding and encouraging; good luck!
  3. andave_ya's Avatar
    there are four ads seriously, motherhubbard, that is fantastic. Bravo. Good for you. MOLTO BENE!! You inspire me. I'm going to take a walk today and think of you
  4. Shalot's Avatar
    congrats! that's what I did today - I am working on my weight loss. I'm halfway to my goal and I've reached a plateau.
  5. Niamh's Avatar
    I have a big massive "how to lose belly fat" ad at hte top of the page with a picture of a womans torso with a measuring tape around it. I really hope you reach all your goals MH. I've manages to lose a stone since april all because i had to change my diet due to IBS. I would really like to lose another stone and a half. Would be nice to be a perfect size 10. Goodluck!
  6. motherhubbard's Avatar
    I have the belly fat ad too. I suppose that the stone is the up side of IBS but it's a rough way to go about weight loss.
  7. Niamh's Avatar
    Its mainly because i'm eating a lot healthier and my staples are rice, potatos and pasta. They fill you up very fast, so you start to not eat as much.
  8. Virgil's Avatar
    Good luck Mom-H. It sounds like a great plan. And it does feel great after a good workout. It does not tire one out, it invigorates.
  9. pussnboots's Avatar
    I'm glad that I can inspire you. Keep up the good work. I've been doing my walking now 2 - 3 days a week doing anywhere from 3- 5 miles each walk.
    Now I have to get back to being strict with how much I eat.
    Good luck and keep us posted MH
  10. Virgil's Avatar
    Quote Originally Posted by Mom-H
    Is there a diet ad at the top of this entry?
    Yes! How to Lose Stomach Fat, 10 Skinny Rules, Lose Weight Fast Now.
  11. Sarasvati21's Avatar
    Good luck! It's so great you've made such an important decision to take care of yourself. I've just recently lost quite a bit of weight myself, and I feel so much better! It's exciting to think that you'll be feeling so great as well. Congratulations on this decision!
  12. kiz_paws's Avatar
    I just have one ad, the "Lose Weight Fast Now" ad. Anyhow, I think that you are doing a great job, and I congratulate you. The ballet tape sounds like a fun way to stay fit and have fun. Keep up the great job! ~K♥zzo
  13. applepie's Avatar
    Yep, something about getting skinny:lol: Good luck with your goals. It is so difficult to find the time to work out when you have kids. I've taken to doing a half hour on my rowing machine as late in the evening as 10 p.m. That isn't really the way to go, so something will have to be worked out. Don't feel selfish for wanting to take care of yourself as well. What good are we to our children if we're unhealthy? Take care and good luck! Meg
  14. BulletproofDork's Avatar
    It's the lask vision institute. As always. Anyway, good luck with your diet.