Thursday, June 28, 2012

My Weight Loss

On January 19th, I posted that I wanted to lose 20lbs by the summer. As of yesterday, I have lost 17lbs.  Almost!!!!!

My next goal is to lose 20 more lbs by the end of this year. But I guess now that would be 23 lbs. 

This picture is awful, but I've been pretty please with my results. I need to really exercise and get my butt in gear to tone up.   I notice it most in my face and my legs.

A couple of things that I did:

  • Remember that it always takes a year for my body after babies. 
  • Drink way more water.  I pretty much have cut out all other drinks. Except unsweetened tea. I like that.  I don't do a lot of coffee anymore either. 
  • Vitamins. I take fish oil, vitamin b and cranberry pills. 
  • Chasing 3 kids around.  That has probably been the biggest thing. 
  • I really prayed a lot. My spiritual life has been great and I think that has really made a difference. When I get depressed I don't care how I look. I just live with myself.  I find myself more motivated now. 
  • I eat less. That's simple and makes sense right? There are times that I splurge, but for the most part I just don't eat as much.  I really love going to get froyo with Jason and the kids, so I just portion my dinner out knowing that I am going to treat myself. 
  • Support from Jason. He is my biggest fan and has never said a word about it. He thinks I'm beautiful no matter what, but it does make a difference to hear him say he notices. That's a  HUGE deal for women. 
Here is to the next 23! 

6 comments:

Breanna said...

You look amazing, and are so inspiring!

Daniel said...

Woo Hoo! Way to go Nat! That feeling of accomplishment and control is great.

Phelps said...

You look awesome!!!! Great Job Girl!!!!!

AmandaEspi said...

Natalie, I am so proud of you! Feeling depressed and just living with how you are is so true. I love that you are being mindful about how much and what you are eating. Way to go Natalie! :)

Jennifer C said...

Way to go Nat!! You look amazing!!!

Jennifer C said...

Woo hoo!! Way to go Nat! You look amazing! :)