...the fatter you feel."
My dad said this to me last weekend.
As someone how lost quite a bit of weight (and has done a good job of keeping it off) I know he understands the ups and downs of weight loss. He knows it's a struggle. He knows the benefits outweigh the sucky parts.
When I first heard him say that I immediately agreed with him. It was kind of like one of those "a-ha" moments because I knew I was feeling something but couldn't put it to words.
However, the more I have thought about that statement this week, the more I realize that statement is close to what I am feeling, but not right on.
I guess I would say it more like this...
"The more I lose, the more I expect myself to look thinner than I actually do."
Does that make sense at all?
I see the weight drop on the scale and I feel it in some of my clothes but when I look in the mirror I still seem to see the old me.
I am sure there are some body image issues that come with losing weight. I have made my appointment to see my doctor in a few weeks to get my blood drawn and to talk with him about my weight loss. I will probably then take the next step and find someone to talk to professionally.
I don't have an eating disorder or major issues or anything like that but getting healthy is as much of a tough experience as it is a rewarding experience. I am losing a person I have known almost my whole life and sometimes I miss her.
I don't miss her enough to invite her for dinner though :)
Challenge:
Stole this from an email I got this morning from Sparkpeople.com
Bridge-Ups
Lie with arms at sides, feet on floor, knees bent. Press into heels.
EXHALE: Slowly lift hips off of floor toward ceiling, squeezing the glutes.
INHALE: Return to starting position.
Special Instructions: Squeeze glutes through entire rep. Try not to let butt touch ground when lowering between reps.
Body Benefit: Look good coming and going
Weekend Challenge:
Spring is here y'all - get your butt outside and PLAY!
Friday, April 25, 2008
"The More You Lose...
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I never realized that breathing made such a difference, but it does!
I think that you look absolutely wonderful Michelle, don't let that mirror tell you otherwise. I do know what you mean, but think of that spring in your step knowing how good you feel for being able to do the things you do. After I get done walking, I feel like a new person. I wish I could get my butt out of bed earlier and run on the treadmill before work so that I can keep that energy going all day.
Just remember the old you and how far you've come and how wonderful you look after having two kids and losing as much as you have.
You and I weigh just about the same now, I know how you like challanges, so I was gonna bet you on who could get to certain weights first, but you'd kick my butt every time. LOL I'm with you, trying to get back into the 100's.
To those who are walking the March of Dimes this weekend, see you there!
And if anyone is interested, we're walking the Heart walk next Saturday at Genesys Health Park too! (9am)
Have a good weekend Michelle, look forward to hearing from you on Monday!
Wow, I totally know what you mean about the whole 'if I am losing, why don't I see it' thing. I am with you on that! I think it is my expectations and the culture. I don't want the image stuff from our culture, but I am sure it is in me. I say I don't care about looking like a supermodel, but deep down I think I do. It is all so stupid. I need to be grateful that I am losing, that I do look good and that I am daily striving to be the woman that God wants me to be. Now, I just need to get that in my brain of mine, my oh so stubborn brain. Let's just keep doing what we are doing and striving just to live healthy lives void of image stuff. I don't want to embrace my poochy, but, maybe I just need to. I'll let you know how it goes this week. Can't wait to hear from ya on Monday!! Have a great weekend and will see you Sunday! :)
Hey Chelle,
Your Pops' is absolutely right. Other people will notice how good you look, but you will not. It's crazy. I have been so frustrated with my workouts (however your blog does help with motivation - Thanks). This past weekend I went home to visit my family in New Jersey and everyone was like, "Oh my god, you look so thin". My mom thought I was sick. I'm thinking the whole time how chunky I am. It's crazy, but good at the same time. I think it's always a good thing when you are your worst critic. for the record I always think you look great! That father of yours is a pretty smart guy.
-MJL
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