I never thought the day would come. Today marks a milestone of 200 pounds lost. It was my goal to reach that by the end of Body Challenge, but that wasn't meant to be. I don't know if this makes sense, but it is hard to fathom what life was like 200 pounds ago - yet so easy to remember. I couldn't live my life. I was constantly tired, and unable to do anything.
For me, this journey just got real. I mean, it has been real and has been a struggle for every bit of the last 13 months, but it's really REAL. I have 9 more pounds to go until I can call the plastic surgeon and ask him to start the insurance paperwork for the skin removal surgery phase one. That's it, just 9. That's a single digit number! That's why it really seems REAL.
I was amazed at my mindset toward food last night. My nephew had his end of year program with a party afterward. Pizza, cake, cookies...none of it was appetizing. Instead, I was able to sit there and not want any of the food in excess as in years past. I had a third of a piece of pizza and a bite of cake. That's it. And today's weigh-in made it soooo worth it.
Whatever your fitness goal is, know that it will be hard. I will say, though, I appreciate every pound lost more and definitely (mostly) think twice about putting something in my mouth. I still have my moments. I always will. But when push comes to shove, it's amazing how my life has changed in just one year. I went from nearly being dead if I continued on my path, to truly living.
A special thank you to my support group. You know who you are. And an extra special thanks to all those who talk smack at the gym to push me that much harder.
Until next time...
