I've learned how strong I am. Doing this weight loss competition, I will admit I started out merely for the prize at the end. After a disappointing start with only 2 pounds lost, I got discouraged. Didn't go to the gym in October to do anything but one dance class. I ended up losing 8 pounds in October for a grand total of 10. I was so happy y'all!
Fast forward to today's weigh-in. I had been working my butt off all month long. Doing classes, cardio, strength training, and walking I was sure I had lost a good amount of weight. I went to my weigh-in and came up with a 5 pound weight loss. 5 pounds? Seriously? Seriously?! I worked my rear end off all month for 5 measly pounds??
Then I stepped back and thought about something. I had shed another 5 pounds. I am now at a grand total of 15 pounds. The last time I lost 15 pounds was several years ago. I am THRILLED by this weight loss. I am thrilled by the fact that I have more energy to do things. I am thrilled by the fact that I can fit into shirts I haven't worn in almost 2 years. They might be out of style by now (lol) but they fit darn it!
This competition has turned into something way more than the prize at the end. The monetary prize would be nice, but I know that isn't meant to be. I know I am in this competition for myself, for my health, and to learn to love myself. It's a long road, but I'm about 1/8 of the way down and I can do this.
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Losing it slowly keeps it off longer...so I've been told. I am so proud of you for losing 15 pounds! Keep up the great work!
