I notice a lot of people put their weight loss goals on their blog. I don't, because I don't want to say it, when I'm going in the wrong direction. I had been feeling really crummy, out of shape, like my clothe weren't fitting anymore so I hadn't stepped on a scale for about 2 weeks because I didn't want to 'see' my failure. I have been running or walking everyday, and was just feeling discouraged when I decided to do it anyway. Down 4 more. Weird. I am now 8 from my goal. Well, not my goal, but my pre-6 of 6 weight. I am 18 from my goal. After that, because I am done having babies, I can start working on the 20 I have built up from loosing all but 5, in between each kid.
My problem is this. I have no idea what 130 looks like. or 140, or 150, or 160 for that matter. Since weight is such a taboo subject, I can say 'hey you look like you are at an ideal BMI, how much do you weigh?' Does my neighbor who looks fit, weigh 10, 20 or 50 less than me. Not only that, I don't know what 130, 140, 150 ect looks like on me. I don't have a full length mirror in my house, and haven't for 4 years. Maybe I should get one? I usually go with what size clothes I'm in. A size 10 is my goal, but what does that look like? Every once in awhile I will catch an episode of Dr. Oz, and see him weigh someone. But my TV has a 6 inch screen, so that isn't much help.
Anyway. That's what I'm thinking.
3 comments:
I'm right there with you. I'm down 18 and still feel like I look exactly the same as when I was 18lbs heavier. Only 10-15 more to go! I'm not setting anything definite for the sake of, well, not disappointing myself. I'm proud of my 18. Be proud of the work you've done and the healthy habits you've developed. Well done, Kelli!
You're funny. You're doing great. had so much fun running with you. love that trail.
here's a ball-park. I'm about 136. size 8-10. 5'5.
I am 135 and 5' 9". Size 8 (29 in jeans) but I am a fat 135, meaning I probably have a high body fat percentage and low muscle percentage because I am terrible at exercising. So you can't just go on weight alone. I have a friend who is my same height and weighs 5-10 lbs more than I do and looks WAY better because she is in shape and has more muscle. I really want to start walking/jogging though once the kids are back in school. You've motivated me by saying you feel better than ever at this age. I feel old and crappy and don't wanna feel that way. :)
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