This is what happened this past Thursday night:
I KNOW, I totally need a pedicure in a BAD WAY. I’ve made an appointment. My toenails have just sort of dropped to the bottom of the list these days, & while Nate’s intentions of giving me a pedi the other night were pure, he only got as far as taking off the old stuff & giving me a foot massage. Also, that’s totally not a fungus. I had it checked out. Oh, & you can see how I’M STILL SWOLLEN LIKE A MOTHER TRUCKER EVERY TIME I LOOK AT A GRAIN OF SALT.
But let’s stop talking about my feet, okay?
Because for the first time in over a year, I’M UNDER 200 POUNDS!
In fact, this morning I clocked in at 198.8 lbs.
Years ago…actually, until this year, I thought I COULDN’T lose weight. I was always destined to be “fluffy.” It was in my genes to be a little overweight. I screwed up my metabolism when I was younger. My body didn’t WANT to be any lighter than 185lbs. I had all of these logical excuses. & now? I say BULLSHIT. I’ve lost more weight now then I have ever lost in my life. Which means…wait for it….wait for it…
I CAN LOSE WEIGHT. Radical idea, right? & over 25 lbs later, it’s finally hitting me. I CAN LOSE WEIGHT. It’s not in my genes or body to be “fat.” That was all in my head (ha, there’s a lot “in my head” these days, so there’s no more room for “fat” to be in there).
Is there anything that this McFatty journey has taught you about yourself?? Maybe that it is okay to only take one handful of M&M’s or that you actually LIKE running?
YAY! Sending you congratulations from the plateau I'm still on!! I haven't been working as hard as you so I'm not that upset
SO excited for you – great work!!!!
While I have not blogged much about my efforts to lose weight, I am happy to say I am 5lbs away from pre-preg weight and down 23 lbs since December!
This has taught me that you DON'T have to be 100% perfect 100% of the time, but that if you make good choices with 80% of what you shove in your mouth and maybe move your arse every now and then, it pays off!
This wasn't such a great week for me, but that's okay. We all have set backs and this journey has taught me that. To keep trying because I'm strong enough.
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and GOOD JOB BLAIR!! I think that pedicure is definately a worthy reward for that number!
WOOHOO!!! Its a great feeling isnt it????
Now just make sure you are eating protein, healthy carbs and healthy fat and your body's metabolism will kick in even more!!!
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Awesome job! I need to find your will power! Amazing! Keep it up!
That's awesome! Keep up the good work!
I finally reached my pre-preg weight two weeks ago so that was a major " hell yea!" moment
I have kind of slowed down on my progress a bit but hope step it up and get more toned in time for bathing suit season!!
Here's my McFatty Monday!!
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Congratulations! That is absolutely awesome.
Just keep up the good work!
That's awesome, Blair! My energy has been at an all time low the past few weeks, but yesterday I took a two mile walk outside and I feel so much better! I have learned from my McFatty journey that a good workout does not always have to occur at my gym.
I am down 13 pounds total, but I think that now that the weather is getting better I will have the energy to lose the other 55 pounds!
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I've learned that food is so important! Exercise alone just won't do it! But, I am making progress
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I can't wait to start dieting. That's all I know. I've lost 40 pounds already since i had Lennox 4 months ago, but that was all from breastfeeding. I hope to nurse for a few more months and then get vigilant about weight loss. You can't even do weight watchers without a Dr's note if you're a nursing mom.
YAY!!! Congrats on getting past the 200's!!! A GREAT milestone!!!
What have I learned about myself? 1, like you, that it is possible with a little work!! And 2, that I'm a much nicer and happier person, both to myself and others, when I'm feeling more confident, which is a great motivator!!!
Congrats again Blair! You're still an inspiration!!! http://outofrealworld.wordpress.com/2010/03/22/pr…
Way to go!
GoooooOOOOOOO BLAIR!!!! That must make you feel great
I had another week of what I was sure would be non-success, but lo and behold, I lost a couple pounds. Thank god for that!
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Yay, on the weight loss and new number. I had the same problem with my toenails, it was from wearing nail polish all the time and getting pedicures, the nails needed a chance to "breath".
I don't have a weekly report, I'm trying to kick a bug my child passed on to me and with breastfeeding and not feeling well I'm wasting away to nothing. I need to get back on the exercise train and work on toning up these gangly arms and legs.
HOLY MCSKINNY BATMAN!
Down 4.6 pounds!!!!!!! SQQQUUUUUEEEEEEEEE!!!!!
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122. HELLLLLLS yeah!
Great job, Blair! Congrats on the onesies
Since I haven't been doing this long, I'm not sure if I've learned anything. I'm still gathering data and testing hypotheses.
But I'm thinking that the main lesson I'm gaining here is that the key to losing weight is improvement, and the key to keeping it off is improvement that I can live with. I've never in my life been able to lose weight either, and it's not that I'm changing my diet or my routine that significantly, but changing both in small amounts and being consistent with it.
Congrats!!!! I too just got below 200 this week. It's a great feeling!
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WOOOOOOOOOOOOT!
Way to go Blair!
Way to go! (happy dance ensues!)
When I told my mother I had started running a couple years ago, she gasped, "You're the first person in our family to be a runner!", like it was genetic that our family wasn't made to run. I'd always thought I wasn't cut out for it – a huge mental hurdle to be sure.
Great job on the weight loss!
Way to go! Seeing that 1 had to be a great feeling.
Joining McFatty Monday…Try not to vom at my "before" pics!
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CONGRATS Blair!! Im so happy for you! All of the hard work is paying off!
I have learned (After going to a nutritionist) that is it ok to eat "bad" foods. Who knew! I am doing a Biggest Loser thing at work and was HIDING (seriously) to eat food I thought was "bad." I hated feeling like I was sneaking to eat. After I talked with the nutritionist she told me its ok – I just have to count my calories. Well hot dog! I had a country ham biscuit from good ol' bojangles today (270 calories) and an unsweet tea…and it was ok! I love that. I have been steadily lossing 1-2lbs a week (I am not working out right now) just by making different choices in what I am eating. I love it. It doesn't feel like a diet!
Blair,I'm a long time reader, first time commenter and I just want to tell you two things:
1. Awesome job! 25 pounds is a huge accomplishment.
I started back on the elliptical last week, and started watching what I eat again, and I lost 4.6 pounds in the last week!
2. You inspired me to get back on the ball.
Keep up the good work!
WOO HOO!! That is awesome & what a great way to start out the week!!
Congrats on your minus 25 pounds! I was getting frustrated with my lack of progress until I looked in the mirror this morning and saw my ankles again…holy heck I'm back on the wagon!
Girl I don't even know how you can always find a camera with a battery in it!! Congrats anyway on an achievement you feel great about! You're a natural beauty.
WooHoo! Congrats! I'm hoping next week to have a moment like you had this week….I'd be so happy to see a 16 in front of my weight…I'm 5'1"…
And I'm totally with you on the thoughts that weight loss had eluded you until now. This is the first time I've had such success. And yes, I've learned that I can have a handful of M&M's (or some chocolate Easter eggs these days) and still be ok b/c it's about making healthy lifestyle changes and not denying yourself tasty bad for you things in moderation.
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You go Blair! I think you are gorgeous! Congrats!
I think soemthing I've learned is to be ok if I slip a little….it doesn't mean to scrap a whole day of healthy eating just because I want a cookie. Have the cookie and continue to eat healthy, instaed of saying "well, since I screwed up today I'll just have 5 more cookies".
sigh….. still jealous. Make me do it too!
Way to go!! I can't wait to see a 1 at the beginning of my weight.
I have also learned that it's all in my head…and that's it's easier than I thought to lose the weight.
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That's so inspiring!!! I'm 3 months PP and still working (and working and working) on getting the weight off. OH, and my OBGYN was kind enough to inform me that the water weight can stay on for as long as 6 MONTHS. Sweet.
Keep up the great work!!
Yay! That is so exciting! I can't wait to see those numbers on my scale-I haven't seen that for…probably 8 years and counting.
I have learned that what I put in my mouth is so important.
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First off, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!
Secondly…. I fell off the bandwagon when we were moving. I ate out, I drank pop, I comfort ate… and when I stepped on the scales and was only 4 lbs away from HOW MUCH I WEIGHED WHEN I HAD AN 8LB BABY LIVING INSIDE ME… I took a deep breath, stepped off, and made changes.
So. I'm back on the bandwagon, and going harder than ever. I WILL weigh 180 by Christmas.
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oooohh I am jealous! but, congrats to you-that is fantastic. I'd love to break 200!
I wrote about the real evil number on my scale. It was my bad reality check.
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I swear, you're giving me so much inspiration before I've even given birth! I am sad at the rate that my ass is expanding during this pregnancy and I fear it's going to be hell to pay to get this off. But you can bet the second my doc gives me the go ahead for exercise I am joining the McFatty fleet!
Good for you! That's a great accomplishment!
I'm continuing to make slow progress. I'm down another pound for a total of 5lbs and I'm just 6lbs away from my first goal. Hopefully it won't take me another 10 weeks to get there!
So far I've learned that I'm a taster. I taste everything that passes by me and it can really add up if you aren't careful! And this isn't about myself, but I also learned that Cadbury has a dark chocolate version of their Cadbury mini eggs. And I'd be lying if I'd say that there isn't a bag of them stashed in my car. I have such a weakness for dark chocolate!
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I learned that I can recommit every day and be successful! This week I'm down 2 pounds.
Congrats on getting under 200!!!
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I am inspired to lose weight. This is my first McFatty Monday post ever. Definately NOT my last. I have a long way to go, but I am going to take it one week at a time. One McFatty Monday at a time.
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Congrats on getting under 200, by the way! That is a big milestone.
I am starting to enjoy working out a bit more. Yay. My husband joined in this week and even let me take pics of him. They are on my McFatty Monday's post on my site….
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Awesome! So proud of you – you inspire me!
Woo Hoo!!!
Good for you, Blair! One hot momma!!
I’ve learned how to be happily full after a meal, not food-coma-I’m-going-to-die full like when I eat an entire pizza.
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WOOHOO! I am on my 5th week of weight watchers and I finally saw 197 this morning! GO US!
Congratulations! Such a big milestone!
Congrats!! And enjoy your pedicure. My feet are in dire need of one too. http://imo-fwiw.blogspot.com/2010/03/mcfatty-mond…
I'm gonna take a pic of my toes and send it to you. Enjoy the pedi!!! McFatty Monday has taught me that it's very very hard to be a SAHM and lose weight… and I have more respect to the working women.
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Wow, what an accomplishment and continued hope for you to meet your goals. Congratulations!!!
a huge congrats to you! you have come so far! i lost my first 4 this week and can't wait til i can track my weight loss in the double digits. yay you!
Good for you! You’re doing so well!!
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Oh my gosh – I LOVED this post! We just moved and have been thinking about carpooling to work, so it's good to know that you guys get home late and still manage to get everything done (and spend time with the baby). I actually may put our carpooling idea into action now – thanks!
And, I love having a schedule – it wasn't until we put Noah on a schedule that I actually started to feel like I wasn't going to go crazy/loose my mind. And, he's in bed by 7:30 every night!
Anyway, I really did love this post! You really are super mom!
I totally meant to post this on the above post… oops
Hey there! Are you still doing McFatty Mondays? Great job on breaking the 200s! Keep up the great work