Pound Weight- Loss Story . Below, she shares how she lost the weight and how she keeps it off. Amanda: Before. Growing up, I wasn't severely overweight — sure, I had a pudgy stage, but a lot of people did! My weight wasn't something I thought much about being a kid (as it shouldn't be). My parents had good intentions, like most, but we certainly did not grow up eating very healthy. Snacks, soda, meals prepared without nutritional aspects considered. Soda became a very bad habit for me, especially as I got into my teens and didn't have anyone stopping me from drinking so many. Even though, in retrospect, I clearly wasn't. I didn't let it consume my life, though I was a little on the chubby side (so I thought) and I was OK with that. Looking back, I think senior year is when the trouble began for me. Stress, changes in my life, poor eating, and not exercising (hello, gym- class- not- required- after- ninth- grade!) led me to pack on some weight. Again, I already felt like a . Divorced, remarried, and two more babies later — more weight. I never weighed myself. The only time anyone took my weight was maybe once or twice a year when I had a doctor's visit — and even then, I didn't think much about it. This is me — this is who I am . He had already been on tons of medications for several years to control his blood sugar and other problems associated with the disease. He got to the point of having to add insulin injections to his enormous list of meds. His doctor kept urging him to consider weight- loss surgery, telling him that, if he lost some weight, there was a possibility he may be able to stop taking some of his medications. This seemed like a great solution to my husband — I, on the other hand, disagreed. I told him repeatedly, this wasn't the solution. I was diabetic but i had bariatric surgery and about 48 hours later my blood sugar levels went down to a normal range. I still take metformin to help with weight loss. Welcome to SparkPeople! Hopefully your program is off to a smooth start, and you’re happy with your progress so far. But for others who aren’t seeing results yet. How to Lose Thirty Pounds in Two Months. Weight loss can seem like a lofty goal, but you can realistically learn how to lose thirty pounds in two months by eating. 15 Teeny Tiny Changes To Lose Weight Faster Here's how to lose weight with just one easy tweak to your routine per week By Alyssa Shaffer February 25, 2014. If you don't break bad habits that got you to a certain point, you could not possibly make a real change. Pot calling kettle black. Even though it wasn't something I monitored, I was surely at the heaviest point of my life. I was waking up to get my son to school and collapsing on the couch for a nap once he was off. I was having random pains in my foot. I felt gross. I knew I needed to start making changes. I needed to make changes for myself, but also for my husband, for my kids. I needed to be a better example. This wasn't about vanity. This was about life, making a better life for myself and my family. I had packed on the weight over the course of 1. I knew it was going to take some time to take it back off. I knew there would be times I would feel like quitting. But from the start, I adopted a . This went for exercise as well as eating habits. I knew all my bad eating habits were not going to disappear overnight. Slowly but surely, I made mental lists of things I was doing that were awful for my body and thought of ways to change them. Drink more water, read labels of items I was eating, etc. I had been having such severe pains in my heel that some days I could not even walk on it. Some days, I may not get through an entire workout like I wanted to — that's OK. Today I will do what I can. I didn't mention it to friends. My husband and my father were about the only people who knew what I was trying to accomplish. There were many days of whining on my part to my husband about aches and pains from making my body do things it wasn't used to doing. I admit I have no idea for sure what my starting weight was. I have a general idea based on the last time I had been weighed at the doctors — but my journey began about six months, and what I'm guessing, may even be more pounds later. I did not start out with a goal weight in mind. I didn't want one. I wanted to be healthier. Healthy is not pounds on a scale. This is not a short fix; this is a change I will continue to make for the rest of my life. Change the way you eat. It's amazing to me when people want to know my . And I find it even funnier when people feel let down by my answer. There is no magic pill. I have not dieted. I have not counted calories. I knew from the start that was not the way I wanted to live my life. This is a lifestyle change. Know that it's going to be challenging, but have faith that you can make the changes you want to. Still chugging along. Still making it part of my life to make better decisions for my own as well as my family's health. Honestly, I still feel a little silly writing this. I have had people tell me that they think I am an inspiration, which blows my mind. But I am here to tell you: if I can do this, you can do this. All it takes is a true commitment. Am I a superfit person? No, of course not. Texas woman becomes weight loss sensation after ditching diets, losing 160 pounds with healthy food choices 8/20/2015 6:34:55 PM - Forget fad diets. Evaluate your motivations for losing weight and. Can you give me some tips to losing weight? Answer; Where can I find a dietitian who works with people who want to lose weight? Answer; I have been trying to find out. But every day, I strive to be a little better. I am a real person who did this. I am a mom to three children with a full- time job, a husband, two dogs, and a million other things going on. It takes work. It takes time. But you can do this. Start today, one small change at a time. This is me — this is who I am. Today I will do what I can. Message us on Facebook, and give us a few details about your journey. We might even profile you on the site, like Amanda! What’s Your Reaction? Thanks for your reaction. Don’t forget to share this with your friends! Reactions. Join The Conversation. All the Latest From Ryan Reynolds. Weight Loss Stories - Jill Vento Lost 2. Pounds in 1. 8 Months. Name: Jill. Age: 5. Family Status: Widow. Occupation: Accounting. Hometown: Des Moines, Iowa. Height: 5’6. Then in March, 2. I was diagnosed with diabetes and that made me get off the couch and start walking. What were the most important changes you made to lose weight? Walking in the airport terminal where I work. I think this was the biggest thing that helped me but I also joined Weight Watchers and made changes to my diet also. What was the most challenging thing you had to deal with during your weight loss journey? I was so out of shape and my knees hurt so it was very difficult to exercise, but I started walking in the airport terminal just a few minutes a day and gradually increased it to an hour. One of my fellow employees saw me walking and measured my route so I knew how many steps I was taking. How long did it take you to start to see results? Within the first month. Within three months my blood sugar went down. After three months the diabetes was gone! How long did it take for you to reach your current weight? It took me a year and half. How long have you maintained your weight loss and what are the most important factors for keeping it off? I have maintained for almost a year now. I keep walking and I love to dance and go out. I also take Zumba classes. I have so much energy now and I feel like I have been given a second chance at life! What keeps you motivated to continue your weight loss success? I actually enjoy my life now. I love getting out and being around people. I feel so healthy. All of my prior health issues are now gone. I take little to no medicine. I do not need to use a CPap machine and my asthma is not a problem anymore. My grandson can now put his arms around me. People also keep me motivated. I have had so much support from strangers. I want to help others! How has your life changed now that you have lost weight? I am not a couch potato anymore! I go out dancing and I enjoy walking and being around people. I have been given a second chance and I want to help others know that if I can do it, they can too. I am the caterpillar who thought her life was over and then became a butterfly. I can go to a store and buy regular clothes now and not have to depend on using a catalog any longer. Seeing family and friends who haven’t seen me for a while is always fun. The look on their faces once they realize it’s me is exciting! Do you have any advice for others who are trying to lose weight? You can’t look at the big picture, you have to take it one step at a time and go day by day. You have to forgive yourself for the little things and keep moving. How did Shape. Fit help you reach your weight loss goals? Education is key and to be able to see other weight loss success stories of real people on Shape. Fit. com is priceless. It helps to know there are other people with the same struggle. All of the fitness articles on Shape. Fit give me inspiration and guidance. Jill’s Weight Loss Tips! Weight Loss Tip #1: Watch carbs and write down what you eat. Weight Loss Tip #2: Keep moving! Start out slow and challenge yourself to increase your steps. Weight Loss Tip #3: Drink lots of water. Weight Loss Tip #4: Don’t deprive yourself! Either eat smaller amounts or make a lower calorie version. Weight Loss Tip #5: Don’t give up! Jill was featured in First for Women magazine! Jill’s Weight Loss Eating Plan! What do you normally eat for breakfast? I eat vanilla Greek yogurt with blackberries and fiber one cereal mixed in. What do you normally eat for lunch? At first, I ate a Weight Watchers frozen dinner, but now I eat a turkey sandwich on light bread with carrots or celery. What do you normally eat for dinner? Dinner is usually a salad with some sort of protein. I don’t deprive myself. If I am hungry for pizza, I buy the lowest carb frozen pizza and enjoy it. What do you normally eat for snacks? Fruit, fat- free popcorn. What type of nutritional supplements do you take? I take a multivitamin and biotin. Jill’s Weight Loss Workouts! What do you do for weight training? I like using hand weights and I also have a Total Gym. What do you do for cardio training? Walking! I challenge myself to increase my speed. I like Zumba and have been thinking about a belly dance class. I also like using Richard Simmons “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” workout DVDs and I use an app on my phone called “Map. My. Walk” to track my walking.
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