mariezzz's Journal, 28 October 2017

I finally did it! Today I reached my goal weight! I started January 1st and have lost 71 lbs. I averaged a loss of 7 pounds a month which sounds slow to me now, but looking back, the time has flown by. I went down from a size 18/29 to a 4/6. I feel so much better and I am pretty proud of myself. I have not been this weight since grade school and now I'm in my late 50s.

However, an even bigger challenge begins now. I have ALWAYS gained back the weight I have lost. I have tried to make this attempt different by changing my life style rather than going on a 'diet'. Also, weight gain at this point in my life causes a lot of pain in my joints, loss of mobility, and compromises my health and potential life span. So here I go... Time to move on and face the challenge. I may have some loose skin, but I don't want to fill it up with fat ever again.

Have a great weekend!