I joined our local Curves on Dec. 12, 2013. I had my annual physical and my doctor, who I absolutely love and respect, supported my decision to try yet another plan to lose weight.
Now, you must understand that I have tried almost every weight loss program out there. Some of them actually worked, but then I gained the weight back and more. I am determined that any weight loss from here on out will be permanent.
So, will I be brave enough to post my results? To quote a former Alaska governor, "You betcha!!"
Here goes....
Dec. 12, 2013 Weight 256 lbs.
Jan. 13 2014 Weight 253.5 lbs
Weight loss 12.5 lbs, and a loss of 5 inches. Yippee!
12 lbs is equal to 3 half-gallon cartons of milk.
I am going to Curves four times per week for a 30 minute workout and following a reduced calorie diet plan. And, I drink 6-8 glasses of water every day. Water. Really. Me. Water. Who'd have thought we'd ever see that?
There are so many little things that I have noticed since losing even this small (for me) amount of weight.
-I can walk up stairs without my knee hurting
-I stand and walk straighter
-I sleep better at night
-I don't crave sweets and starches
-My skin and eyes aren't as dry
-I have way more energy
-I am happier
Okay, so I'm really enthusiastic right now. You may wonder if I can continue. So do I! But, I've been at it now for more than a month and I haven't given up or even skipped a workout. I plan to stick with it and I'll keep posting.
One Old Loser
