THE ADVENTURES OF A FAIRY TALE PRINCESS AND HER FROG PRINCE

Friday, April 23, 2010

I Know Pride is a Sin, 3rd edition

I've decided that this is going to be a monthly installment. Each month I'm going to post about something I've accomlished or some project I've completed.

For this month's installment, I want to share my weight loss success.

Two weeks ago I started a diet/weight loss program. I'm embarrased to share this, but my weight had reached 202 pounds, which is the most I've ever weighed. With my sister-in-law's wedding quickly approaching and my mother informing me that we would be taking family pictures at the beginning of June, I knew I had to do something. I was not happy with myself and I was embarrased about the way I looked. Shopping was (and still is) depressing - I was wearing a size 16 and nothing looked good on me.

I'm pleased to report that after 2 weeks of being on a strict diet and working very hard, I am down 12 pounds!! I am so excited. When I started I took my bust, waist, and hip measurements, and I've lost 1 1/2 inches in my bust, 2 1/2 inches in my waist and 2 inches in my hips. I'm starting to feel good about myself again. I know that I won't be able to keep up that level of weight loss until June, but I'm hoping to loose 20-25 pounds before the wedding/family pictures/my anniversary. Do you think I can do it? I have 2 months. I think I can do it!!

I'd like to ask for your help. Each Sunday I'm going to post my weight loss from the week. I would really appreciate your thoughts and encouragement. And anyone who wants to do this with me is more than welcome. We can do it together!

4 comments:

Kristen said...

Yay Kim!!! I am so proud!! You have no idea how much hearing that helps to motivate me! I keep having my ups and downs but I am slowly taking it one day at a time and its getting easier!!! I'm so so happy for you! Keep up the good work!!

Shay said...

I am so happy for you, Kim! You deserve to know how beautiful you are on the outside as well as the inside- YOU CAN DO THIS! Just make sure your not cutting certain foods completely out- enjoy alittle something sweet every once in awhile since your working so hard:-)

Caitlinp said...

Way to go Kimmy! That is very very awesome. Keep up the good work and make sure to take care of yourself.

Danny and Shalayne said...

Good for you!!! That is so awesome and I fully support your endeavor. One thing that really helped my sister in law and Danny (when he decides to) lose weight and keep it off is a protein shake in the morning and then eating lean protein and fruit two hours after. The protein shake is actually really good, I have them for breakfast a lot and Ada loves them too. Protein shake: 1 scoop Elite Protein Powder (the brand on this is important, I get it at Good Earth, but I'm sure other stores have it), 1/2 Banana (frozen or fresh), 1/4 cup uncooked rolled oats, 6-8 ice cubes, 1/2 cup water. Blend all together and enjoy! Then two hours later eat a lean protein like some Greek Yogurt with fresh fruit in it or 1 regular egg + 2 egg whites scrambled with a whole wheat tortilla and fresh salsa.

Sorry for the novel but it seriously worked so well for a bunch of people I know!

Can't wait to see you in about 1 month!