I really loved this article. We have to stop comparing our NOW body to back then. If I think about my THEN body, I wanted to lose weight at that time. I'm pretty happy with the results I am getting in inches (down 1 1/2 sizes) but not too much on the scale.
I think the piece of advice that I want to take with me from reading this article is just to start slowly. I get excited and ambitious when I first start an exercise program, and end up getting burnt-out and I just stop. If I ease into it, I may have a greater chance at success.
This really helps me out. I have a type A personality, so balance is always the key for me. I love the comment about how many loads of laundry, etc., you've done. It's a great reminder of everything we already do, and that what we're asking of ourselves is a small part in the big picture, and that we deserve it!!
I am new here. I have gained 20 pounds in one year and have many telling me I have to lose INCLUDING the woman who runs the bridal shop I just purchased my dress in. Getting married in June and want those 20 pounds gone. HELP
Thanks so much, articles like this from people like you is one of the reasons I love SP. This will help so many people for a very long time on their own weight loss marathons!
Excellent article!! Thanks! This is one I'll come back to again and again for a moviational push. I really like the way it's written as if a good friend (positive and living large -- I love that !!!) is speaking to me! :)
Super article...the SparkPeople site is the best at motivation with a positive twist...I am so thankful to have become part of your community!
BARRYMOM
8/24/2008 8:07:42 AM
Thanks for the helpful and encouraging tips!! I'm fairly new to the "fitness" scene, I have MEGA weight to lose. These are good tips to cut and clip and post around the house as encouragement to keep on going. VERY INFORMATIVE to us Newbies!!
Thank you so much for this article. I am in the process of "Starting" over yet again, and this gave me so much strength. It is wonderful Thank you, thank you, thank you!
CAT0805
7/25/2008 9:53:57 AM
I have had a really bad day, aka eating lots of choclate, and articles such as this put me in a better state of mind, just do start with something small everyday and it will lead to something big, love it!
Wow. That first advice, to get rid of the old bathing suit, is great. I have been holding on to a swimsuit I looked fabulous in at 29, and I'm 42 now. I need to have goals for today, not old goals.
ROOTBEERFLOAT
6/1/2008 9:57:31 PM
This is a great article because it reassured me that I am on the right track with what I am already doing. I started going to the gym and taking Yoga or Pilates classes every few days. The more I go, the more it becomes part of my lifestyle, and the more time I seem to have for it. Now I am up to 2 hours of Yoga/Pilates every day. I sure do feel good.
