lettygaylor's Journal, 12 January 2019

I'm back. It's been a while since I've checked in with y'all. During that time I go way off track with my eating habits and was drinking a lot during the weekends. My weight got out of hand. In September, after more than 2 years of not weighing in, I stepped on the scale and cried when I saw 204.4. I started out at 280, so y'all can imagine how disappointed I was with myself. I worked way too hard to have gained so much weight. My workout schedule never changed, so I knew I needed to make a change in my eating and drinking habits. I cleaned up the eating and I pretty much quit the alcohol. And so far I've lost 33.4 pounds. I have 16 more to go. But most importantly I've learned a very powerful lesson about myself, I cannot workout and eat horribly and still expect to be healthy. It doesn't work like that, not for me anyway. I hope y'all are doing well and that each and everyone of y'all are happy and healthier. Good luck to all of y'all on y'all's journey.

Diet Calendar Entry for 12 January 2019:
2637 kcal Activities & Exercise: Fitbit - 24 hours. more...

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Welcome back. Sounds like you are on the right track 
12 Jan 19 by member: liv001
It's a long and winding road with lots of twists and turns. 
12 Jan 19 by member: lettygaylor
So true! 
12 Jan 19 by member: liv001
Welcome back!!!!! Maintenance has it's challenges also, but you are back on track!!!! I have showed my co workers and friends your before and after, they were amazed at your accompmishments!!! You are correct duet has to be in check with the excercise!!! You look great, nice to have you back !!!☺ 
12 Jan 19 by member: Maine coon
WONDERFUL recovery...yes it is always the nutrition plan that needs more discipline. You are still a rock star to me! Happy to see you checking in with us. 
12 Jan 19 by member: HCB
I have missed y'all. This group is such a wonderful support system. I'm very glad to be back. 
12 Jan 19 by member: lettygaylor
Welcome back! I also started my journey (in 2003) at 285 lbs. It took me three years to lose 75 pounds, and then I played around until I was 244.5. I know a lot about stalls and backsliding. Recovering motivation can be a tough nut to crack! 
12 Jan 19 by member: Miraculum
Great job! Way to go! Keep up the hard work!!! Beautiful smile too! 
12 Jan 19 by member: nthompson540
Thank you! I knew that if I just took care of my business at home I'd be able to get back on track. I keep busy at the gym, teaching group fitness, Zumba, Zumba Toning, and Pound. I just needed to get my eating under control. 
12 Jan 19 by member: lettygaylor
Petty— it actually works that way for everyone. Massive exercise does not beat out a bad diet. Regular, fun exercise and a healthier diet is a good place to start. Health is long term. 
12 Jan 19 by member: Kenna Morton
That is suppose to sayLetty, not petty. Darn auto correct. 
12 Jan 19 by member: Kenna Morton
Welcome back Letty. You can do this!! 
12 Jan 19 by member: wholefoodnut
My 1st post. Saw the 204.4 & that's where I started a few days ago. Down 2 lbs with low carbs. Read you're cutting down the wknds drinking, Congrats. I'm a recovery addict, clean for a yr & a month. Now have to start exercising like you are. But one day at a time you know. Rooting you on Letty. 
12 Jan 19 by member: debsue420
Just remember how far you have come. And atleast we are all trying....I used to weigh 325 about 26 years ago, got down to 190 in a year and kept it off until lsst year. Doc says its my age and anxiety. All in all 20 pounds is what I gained but I looked sucked up at 200. Keep up the great work.. 
12 Jan 19 by member: Blueyes777
Wow! Wonderful transformation 👏 Welcome back😊 
12 Jan 19 by member: Keilin_4
Welcome back Letty!!! I agree, it takes diet and exercise for me to maintain too. I'm here because I like the food data base and the exchanging of information... 
12 Jan 19 by member: John10251
way to go! 
12 Jan 19 by member: Shelly LB
Thank you for the reminder.. 
13 Jan 19 by member: dboza
Thank you for the reminder.. 
13 Jan 19 by member: dboza
Yay! Great Job! Congratulations! 
13 Jan 19 by member: Retta Smith

     
 

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