I want to be more accountable in 2013. Weight has been an issue in my life for 7.5 years and I am tired of being in this pit. I have committed this year to be the year that I get out of my disfunctional relationship with food.
It is very simple. God has given me food. I have eaten too much. I have so many excuses. We all do. But I am over them.
My chiropractor from Ohio told me about something called Ideal Protein. He explained that it would teach me a lot about nutrition and food pairings, which would be essential for me to understand if I hope to be lean and healthy after 40 and throughout menopause.
We no longer live in Ohio but a few months ago I saw that our local medical clinic was offering Idea Protein. So I did some research and signed up last Wednesday.
My ultimate goal is to get into the "healthy" weight range on the BMI scale and then stay there for the rest of my life. I am not looking to be a Victoria Secret Model. Those days are over, LOL. But, I do not want weight to be something that bothers me and keeps me captive. The only thing I want to be captive to is God.
So here I am now. I am going to update weekly to tell you all how I am doing. I started the "program" on Wednesday so I will try to update on Wednesdays.
Love, m
that's awesome friend!!
i need to do something!!
Posted by: paige | January 06, 2013 at 05:16 PM
I would love to take this journey with you. It has helped me to follow health nuts on Instagram as they post healthy clean meals and snacks. I started Dec. 28 and feel better already. Lysa Terkerst's book Made to Crave is on sale in ereader format for about $2. Let's do this!
Posted by: Kelley | January 06, 2013 at 06:44 PM
Good for you! I've always thought you were beautiful, but I understand wanting to feel your best. I look forward to hearing how this system works for you. Best wishes, Stacy
Posted by: Stacy | January 06, 2013 at 07:31 PM
Try the Tracy Anderson and Denise Austin workout videos, I love them!
Posted by: Colleen | January 07, 2013 at 03:41 PM
This is encouraging, Maria! I am totally with you. I have been walking every single morning. I feel so much better and have so much more energy...and patience with my children! I used to be very good about staying in a particular weight range, and then I went into an emotional eating mode and gained 15 lbs in a year. I have lost 2 lbs. so far. It just must become a way of life for me...
Posted by: Jeannine | January 08, 2013 at 09:49 AM
Good for you! I'm in weight-loss mode again, too. I put on a few pounds over the holidays, and I'm ready to lose them and a few more. Looking to be in a smaller pant size by the time I need some new things for spring.
I feel like we owe it to our kids, and in your case to your husband, to be healthy and energetic. Carrying extra pounds around slows me down.
I hope this program is just what you need! :)
Posted by: Joannah | January 12, 2013 at 02:53 PM