Hey Yall,
Caitlin here- As you may or may not know the bible says in Philippians 4:4, "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" Paul is telling us to rejoice always. Not just in the good times, but also in the bad times. Well ladies and gentlemen, God has given me a chance to rejoice even in the bad times. Now I must clarify, life right now is pretty good, God has given me some great friends, a job I love, and joy for life. However, it has been a particularly bad week at work due to a bunch of stress and many long hours. Due to the many long hours I had to work this week I did not have the time nor energy to do my typical workouts. My eating was okay, but not fantastic. However God has still given me reason to rejoice.
I weighed myself today and honestly was expecting the scale to read around 203, which has been where I have been maintaining the past few weeks. However, I stepped on the scale today and it said....wait for it..... 199! That is right ladies and gentlemen, I have finally reached one-derland. One-derland is a nice place where I plan to stay. What have you accomplished this week??? Let me know!
Caitlin
Friday, May 20, 2011
Friday, May 13, 2011
No Excuses
Hey Yall,
Caitlin here- Lets be honest with ourselves, there is really no excuse for not working out at least 3x a week. Preferably more, but I am going to be a bit realistic and understand that people have busy lives. For those who are analytical, number, hardcore facts people, this next part is for you. In one week there are 168 hours. Hopefully 56 or so of that is spent sleeping. That still leaves you with 112 hours in a week that you can work out. I am just not convinced that out of 112 you can't find 3 to do a one hour workout 3x/week.
Another excuse is "I can't afford a gym." Well readers I am here to cast your worries aside. There is always the option of going on a walk/run around the block. That is free and always open. If you aren't keen on going around the block then there are plenty of activities you can do from home. One great exercise that really works the legs is steps. Pick the bottom step and then promise yourself you will do 500. Now, you don't have to do them all at once if you don't want. I usually break it into two sets of two hundred and then a set of 100. Then there are the traditional sit ups/push ups. You can also do lunges, sumo jumps, and jumping jacks. You can do at home work out videos. Another great form of relaxing moving is stretching. You can also do table tops. If you have kids, take them outside and play tag, or race. Trust me, you will burn some great calories, help wear your kids out, give them quality parent time, and great memories- talk about a win, win, win, win situation (all I do is win win win no matter what...sorry had to throw that in). There are many exercises you can do at home to get yourself moving. One of my favorite things to do is to just put in some headphones and dance like no one is watching. It is a great way to burn calories, burn stress, and let loose. This would be another fun activity to do with your kids. It allows them to be creative and again have a fun time with their parents.
Needless to say, there really is no excuse for you to not get your exercise in for the week. Even if it is just for 30 minutes a few times a week, a little is better than none. Just remember, this is for a healthier life style, weight loss is just a bonus that comes with it :)
Cheers to being healthier!
Caitlin
Caitlin here- Lets be honest with ourselves, there is really no excuse for not working out at least 3x a week. Preferably more, but I am going to be a bit realistic and understand that people have busy lives. For those who are analytical, number, hardcore facts people, this next part is for you. In one week there are 168 hours. Hopefully 56 or so of that is spent sleeping. That still leaves you with 112 hours in a week that you can work out. I am just not convinced that out of 112 you can't find 3 to do a one hour workout 3x/week.
Another excuse is "I can't afford a gym." Well readers I am here to cast your worries aside. There is always the option of going on a walk/run around the block. That is free and always open. If you aren't keen on going around the block then there are plenty of activities you can do from home. One great exercise that really works the legs is steps. Pick the bottom step and then promise yourself you will do 500. Now, you don't have to do them all at once if you don't want. I usually break it into two sets of two hundred and then a set of 100. Then there are the traditional sit ups/push ups. You can also do lunges, sumo jumps, and jumping jacks. You can do at home work out videos. Another great form of relaxing moving is stretching. You can also do table tops. If you have kids, take them outside and play tag, or race. Trust me, you will burn some great calories, help wear your kids out, give them quality parent time, and great memories- talk about a win, win, win, win situation (all I do is win win win no matter what...sorry had to throw that in). There are many exercises you can do at home to get yourself moving. One of my favorite things to do is to just put in some headphones and dance like no one is watching. It is a great way to burn calories, burn stress, and let loose. This would be another fun activity to do with your kids. It allows them to be creative and again have a fun time with their parents.
Needless to say, there really is no excuse for you to not get your exercise in for the week. Even if it is just for 30 minutes a few times a week, a little is better than none. Just remember, this is for a healthier life style, weight loss is just a bonus that comes with it :)
Cheers to being healthier!
Caitlin
Monday, May 9, 2011
Preserve
Hey Yall,
Caitlin here- okay, so as you know this blog is about both physical and spiritual wellness. I haven't posted anything spiritual lately, so I felt like it was due time to do so. I have been pondering on a topic for a few months now and want to get others opinions, especially if you disagree. The question is: Besides some minor differences in modern day translations (ie: NLT, NIV, NASB etc), do you feel like the Bible still says the same thing it did when it was written? Or over time through the many different copies and translations, have we unintentionally changed meanings, lost parts, and just overall changed parts of the Bible? The one issue I do not include in this debate is when a culture does not have a word needed for translation. For example, some cultures in warm climates have no word for snow because they never experience it, thus making it difficult to translate the passage where it says our sins will be white as snow, etc. Thus missionaries have picked a comparable phrase to get the overall idea across. Other than that, is the Bible still intact, or do you feel it has changed over time?
I personally believe that our translations are still accurate. I believe that if God can give us His word through inspiration, then in the same way he can inspire those who translate or make copies of the Bible to keep it accurate.
What is your take?
Caitlin here- okay, so as you know this blog is about both physical and spiritual wellness. I haven't posted anything spiritual lately, so I felt like it was due time to do so. I have been pondering on a topic for a few months now and want to get others opinions, especially if you disagree. The question is: Besides some minor differences in modern day translations (ie: NLT, NIV, NASB etc), do you feel like the Bible still says the same thing it did when it was written? Or over time through the many different copies and translations, have we unintentionally changed meanings, lost parts, and just overall changed parts of the Bible? The one issue I do not include in this debate is when a culture does not have a word needed for translation. For example, some cultures in warm climates have no word for snow because they never experience it, thus making it difficult to translate the passage where it says our sins will be white as snow, etc. Thus missionaries have picked a comparable phrase to get the overall idea across. Other than that, is the Bible still intact, or do you feel it has changed over time?
I personally believe that our translations are still accurate. I believe that if God can give us His word through inspiration, then in the same way he can inspire those who translate or make copies of the Bible to keep it accurate.
What is your take?
Saturday, May 7, 2011
I feel good na na na na na na na, I knew that I would now....
Hey Yall,
Caitlin here- I have to say, I feel so good about myself this week. It is so good being back into a routine and healthy eating. Even going out to eat I made healthier options than what I use to. For example, usually when going out to eat I get a burger, instead I picked one of the advertised healthy meals on the menu, bbq chicken. Anywho, to keep this from being too long of a post, I just wanted to let the readers know that I did in fact reach my running goal and ran a full mile without stopping on Thursday. It felt so good! I have also lost 3.5 lbs this week for a total of 37.5 lbs lost total. This week I feel unstoppable. How do you feel?
Caitlin
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Well Isn't That the Munchkin Calling the Midget Short?
Hey Yall,
Caitlin here- I have to admit I caught myself being a little hypocritical today. Some call it the pot calling the kettle black. As the title suggests I like calling it the munchkin calling the midget short. Anywho.... I just blogged about being worth the effort to get in shape and push yourself. Well, I enjoy running at night. I usually don't like to start running until at least 9pm or later. I like it because no one is around. Don't worry, I live in a very safe neighborhood, so I'm really not too worried about running at night. Anyway, I happened to have this evening off of work, which rarely happens. That meant I was able to spend the evening relaxing and was in my Pj's rather early. I knew I needed to go run, but kept putting it off. I just kept giving myself excuses like "I'm already in bed" or "I'm too comfy" or "I'm too tired, I'll do it tomorrow" although I knew full well that if I didn't do it tonight I would most likely not do it tomorrow either. That is when I realized just how hypocritical I was being. Here I am telling everyone to put forth the effort to get healthy, yet I myself was not willing to do so- shame on me! I then got out of bed, got my workout clothes on, and went for a run. Boy am I glad I did!!!
Once I was outside I did my stretching. I then prayed that God would have pandora play a bunch of songs I like to help keep me motivated and decided that I was going to attempt to run a mile. For me this is huge because I am fairly certain I have never run a mile before. I then took off and began my jog. I have to say, I did not make it a full mile, but boy was I close! Definitely the farthest I have run yet. I ran roughly 8/10 or 9/10 of a mile. I was so close to having the mile, but I knew I was at my limit, and decided to be smart and stop. Needless to say I am so proud of myself from getting up off the couch and not just getting a walk in, but running the farthest I have to date. Today made me feel for the first time that maybe, just maybe, a 5k is obtainable. I have NEVER felt that way before. I have now come up with the goal to run a mile by the end of the week. I think if I try hard and stay consistent that I can do it.
Caitlin
Caitlin here- I have to admit I caught myself being a little hypocritical today. Some call it the pot calling the kettle black. As the title suggests I like calling it the munchkin calling the midget short. Anywho.... I just blogged about being worth the effort to get in shape and push yourself. Well, I enjoy running at night. I usually don't like to start running until at least 9pm or later. I like it because no one is around. Don't worry, I live in a very safe neighborhood, so I'm really not too worried about running at night. Anyway, I happened to have this evening off of work, which rarely happens. That meant I was able to spend the evening relaxing and was in my Pj's rather early. I knew I needed to go run, but kept putting it off. I just kept giving myself excuses like "I'm already in bed" or "I'm too comfy" or "I'm too tired, I'll do it tomorrow" although I knew full well that if I didn't do it tonight I would most likely not do it tomorrow either. That is when I realized just how hypocritical I was being. Here I am telling everyone to put forth the effort to get healthy, yet I myself was not willing to do so- shame on me! I then got out of bed, got my workout clothes on, and went for a run. Boy am I glad I did!!!
Once I was outside I did my stretching. I then prayed that God would have pandora play a bunch of songs I like to help keep me motivated and decided that I was going to attempt to run a mile. For me this is huge because I am fairly certain I have never run a mile before. I then took off and began my jog. I have to say, I did not make it a full mile, but boy was I close! Definitely the farthest I have run yet. I ran roughly 8/10 or 9/10 of a mile. I was so close to having the mile, but I knew I was at my limit, and decided to be smart and stop. Needless to say I am so proud of myself from getting up off the couch and not just getting a walk in, but running the farthest I have to date. Today made me feel for the first time that maybe, just maybe, a 5k is obtainable. I have NEVER felt that way before. I have now come up with the goal to run a mile by the end of the week. I think if I try hard and stay consistent that I can do it.
Caitlin
3 in 1
Hey Yall,
Caitlin here- If you haven't been aware, I have been on vacation, so I haven't been blogging. That means you are about to get three blogs in one post, so grab your veggie sticks, get comfy, and get reading:
1) I am worth fighting for: How many of you watch the biggest loser? I am a bit behind the times because I was on vacation, so I am just now getting a chance to watch it. Now you may or may not know, but I am not a huge fan of Jillian. I hate how she is always in everyones face and swearing at them, and how she makes everything about having a breakthrough. Some people just don't need a break through. Okay, rant done :). That being said, she actually had a moment that I needed to hear. Irene, one of the contestants was 2 lbs shy of losing 100 lbs while on the ranch. Jillian was talking with Irene and trying to motivate her, and Irene was talking about how she wishes she had self confidence. Jillian then told Irene, "You are never going to unless you tell yourself you are worth fighting for" That was a great reminder to me. I mean, I am not struggling with self worth at all right now. Honestly I am probably the most confident I have ever been with myself. I am happy with who I am. That being said, it is still nice to remind yourself that you are worth the effort to get healthy. So to all my followers, please please please remember that you are worth fighting for. You are worth the effort to get healthy. Yes it may seem easier to sit on the couch, or waste time on facebook, but you are worth getting off of your butt and getting a workout in. You are worth picking celery and hummus over a bag of chips. YOU ARE WORTH THE EFFORT!
2) I'm Back!!!: Okay, so as most of you know, I have really been struggling for a long time since moving to DC with getting the weight off. It is a few different things that have led to this struggle. It is partially my inconsistent workouts, partially my on and off again good eating habits, and partially because I have been plateauing. It seems even when I am on point and really trying I still don't seem to get anywhere. That led me to kind of stop trying. However, before I went on vacation I just got a second wind and really hit the workouts hard. I have been pushing myself and really trying. My eating has been on point. I am still in a plateau, but I really think I can get out of it this time. I made a promise to myself before I went on vacation that I would not give up my good eating habits or work out routine. I reminded myself that just because I am on vacation does not mean I am entitled to eat whatever I want. I am still responsible to myself and the scale for what I eat. I did tell myself I could make some unhealthy options, but not as many as I usually would make. I definitely stuck to that goal. For example, our first day there we ate at the cafe at our hotel. All I wanted was a nice juicy burger. Instead, I had a salad. While at the disney park we ate at a restaurant. I knew I did not want a salad because I had already had two or three at that point throughout the trip. However none of the options were overly healthy. Thus, I settled on ordering two meals- a salad, and chicken parmesan. I then split both of them with one of the clients. This allowed me to eat what I want, but not eat an entire unhealthy meal. I think that was a good compromise. I also worked out in the gym, did a lot of walking at the park, and went dancing. That being said, I did gain a pound, but consider the old me would have had multiple burgers and pizza instead of salad or grilled chicken, I consider it a big win.
3) A good day: Last one, I promise! Before vacation Ashley and I were talking and realized we both had really good days, and we wanted to brag about it. We promised we would blog our triumphs and failure. We have had plenty of failures recently and are excited to post a triumph. Lets start with Ashley. Ashley decided she was hungry and decided that she wanted subway. Subway is a few miles away. Instead of driving, she decided to walk. Ashley ended up walking a total of 5 miles. Thus she had a healthy meal and some good exercise. YAY ASHLEY!!! I also happened to have a good day. I was on point with my eating, which is always good. I also got some good exercise. I went for a night time run/walk. Now I always do more running than walking, however I have really been pushing myself to run farther than I usually do. I was able to run the farthest I have ever run before (or at least that I was able to document) I was able to run almost half a mile. Now, I know for many this does not seem like much, but if you know me at all and my hate for running, that is a big accomplishment. So Ashley and I are both excited at our progress!!!
How are the rest of you doing? Any victories, and struggles? Let me know, I want to hear from you!!!
Caitlin
Caitlin here- If you haven't been aware, I have been on vacation, so I haven't been blogging. That means you are about to get three blogs in one post, so grab your veggie sticks, get comfy, and get reading:
1) I am worth fighting for: How many of you watch the biggest loser? I am a bit behind the times because I was on vacation, so I am just now getting a chance to watch it. Now you may or may not know, but I am not a huge fan of Jillian. I hate how she is always in everyones face and swearing at them, and how she makes everything about having a breakthrough. Some people just don't need a break through. Okay, rant done :). That being said, she actually had a moment that I needed to hear. Irene, one of the contestants was 2 lbs shy of losing 100 lbs while on the ranch. Jillian was talking with Irene and trying to motivate her, and Irene was talking about how she wishes she had self confidence. Jillian then told Irene, "You are never going to unless you tell yourself you are worth fighting for" That was a great reminder to me. I mean, I am not struggling with self worth at all right now. Honestly I am probably the most confident I have ever been with myself. I am happy with who I am. That being said, it is still nice to remind yourself that you are worth the effort to get healthy. So to all my followers, please please please remember that you are worth fighting for. You are worth the effort to get healthy. Yes it may seem easier to sit on the couch, or waste time on facebook, but you are worth getting off of your butt and getting a workout in. You are worth picking celery and hummus over a bag of chips. YOU ARE WORTH THE EFFORT!
2) I'm Back!!!: Okay, so as most of you know, I have really been struggling for a long time since moving to DC with getting the weight off. It is a few different things that have led to this struggle. It is partially my inconsistent workouts, partially my on and off again good eating habits, and partially because I have been plateauing. It seems even when I am on point and really trying I still don't seem to get anywhere. That led me to kind of stop trying. However, before I went on vacation I just got a second wind and really hit the workouts hard. I have been pushing myself and really trying. My eating has been on point. I am still in a plateau, but I really think I can get out of it this time. I made a promise to myself before I went on vacation that I would not give up my good eating habits or work out routine. I reminded myself that just because I am on vacation does not mean I am entitled to eat whatever I want. I am still responsible to myself and the scale for what I eat. I did tell myself I could make some unhealthy options, but not as many as I usually would make. I definitely stuck to that goal. For example, our first day there we ate at the cafe at our hotel. All I wanted was a nice juicy burger. Instead, I had a salad. While at the disney park we ate at a restaurant. I knew I did not want a salad because I had already had two or three at that point throughout the trip. However none of the options were overly healthy. Thus, I settled on ordering two meals- a salad, and chicken parmesan. I then split both of them with one of the clients. This allowed me to eat what I want, but not eat an entire unhealthy meal. I think that was a good compromise. I also worked out in the gym, did a lot of walking at the park, and went dancing. That being said, I did gain a pound, but consider the old me would have had multiple burgers and pizza instead of salad or grilled chicken, I consider it a big win.
3) A good day: Last one, I promise! Before vacation Ashley and I were talking and realized we both had really good days, and we wanted to brag about it. We promised we would blog our triumphs and failure. We have had plenty of failures recently and are excited to post a triumph. Lets start with Ashley. Ashley decided she was hungry and decided that she wanted subway. Subway is a few miles away. Instead of driving, she decided to walk. Ashley ended up walking a total of 5 miles. Thus she had a healthy meal and some good exercise. YAY ASHLEY!!! I also happened to have a good day. I was on point with my eating, which is always good. I also got some good exercise. I went for a night time run/walk. Now I always do more running than walking, however I have really been pushing myself to run farther than I usually do. I was able to run the farthest I have ever run before (or at least that I was able to document) I was able to run almost half a mile. Now, I know for many this does not seem like much, but if you know me at all and my hate for running, that is a big accomplishment. So Ashley and I are both excited at our progress!!!
How are the rest of you doing? Any victories, and struggles? Let me know, I want to hear from you!!!
Caitlin
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
100 Reasons
Yesterday, I Ashley, reached my 200th day of my new healthy lifestyle. I have had many hurdles, and many successes, but isn't that what life is about? Wouldn't life be grand if you had the desire every day to exercise, no temptations with eating, and the pounds would just fall off? Yeah that would be the life...except it wouldn't be life at all, because you wouldn't be living. In the past 200 days I have lost 48.5 inches off my body from head to toe and seen the 50 lbs weight loss on the scale. I have more energy. I have dropped soda completely and don't even take a double look at it, but have learned to love my water bottle that goes everywhere with me. Not every day in the past 200 days have been perfect, I have had ups and downs especially with moving, but every meal is a new meal, every day is a new day. I have a long way to go, but I am learning to crave after God instead of food. I highly recommend everyone to read the book "Made to Crave". I have a ton of reasons on why I want to lose weight. Last night I came across these 100 reasons, can you relate to any? Sadly I can, but I am working on eliminating those one off the list one by one.
100 Reasons…
1. To feel good about ourselves.
2. To have GREAT sex! :)
3. So we won’t think people are laughing or talking about us.
4. To buy clothes in a “normal store” and actually get clothes with some style to them that fit correctly.
5. To have more energy!
6. To be able to tie your shoes/paint toenails.
7. To be able to sit on a floor and get up gracefully.
8. To wear a bathing suit.
9. To cross your legs or sit with them crossed.
10. To fit into an airline/theater/bus/whatever seat without spilling over and without having to see “that look” from the person who has to sit beside you.
11. So our ankles won’t swell.
12. To fit into a booth at any restaurant.
13. To not need an extension to a seat belt on an airplane and to have the tray table not balance on our bellies.
14. To not worry about being decapitated in our cars with our seat belts on if we should be in an accident.
15. To not turn beet red after moderate exertion.
16. To be able to pick something up off the floor.
17. Pantyhose that fit!
18. To go to an amusement park and ride the rides.
19. To be able to sit in any chair without worry of breakage.
20. To not have to apologize when caught in a narrow aisle and have someone need to get by.
21. To go dancing, sky diving, bungee jumping…
22. To be able to go horseback riding or ride a bike.
23. To not worry about rashes and sweating.
24. To not have to listen to “caring” people ask why you don’t diet or worse still to hear… “gee you have such a pretty face”.
25. To not worry about spilling food, sauces or gravy down the front of your blouse/dress/shirt when eating.
26. To not have to think up some excuse for not doing something because you know your weight will impede you.
27. To not have your belly hit the steering wheel and to be able to fit comfortably in the driver’s seat.
28. To have a bra fit comfortably and to be able to buy underwear at Victoria’s Secret rather than at “Tubby the Underwear Guy”.
29. To not have to worry about the weight limit of step stools, ladders, motorcycle, exercise equipment, etc.
30. To not get stuck in a turn style.
31. To not wake up feeling achy in the back..or to have ache free legs and feet.
32. So the bathroom scale won’t creak and groan when you step on it.
33. To be able to leave the tablecloth on the table at a restaurant instead of dragging it with you when you get up.
34. So you won't look the other way when you see yourself in a monitor where they have security cameras.
35. To never be embarrassed about your size.
36. To not count tying shoes as daily exercise.
37. To not have to wait for the handicap stall when there are plenty of other stalls available.
38. To not be more out of shape than seniors.
39. To not break toilet seat when leaning to one side.
40. To be able to put on wedding rings again.
41. To try to make a double chin and fail!
42. Buy clothing bargains to fit the next year ... and they do!
43. Not to have to worry about plastic zippers or having your pants bust open.
44. Normal waistbands rather than elastic!
45. To wear knee socks correctly instead of worn like slouches!
46. To look good in a tee shirt!
47. To try on slacks or jeans and have the pant leg actually fit over leg!
48. To be able to get close to sink and not come away with a wet belly!
49. To get out of a stuffed chair GRACEFULLY and not look down to see if the chair has come up with you!
50. To not worry if the hairdresser's smock will fit!
51. To not be self-conscious about eating in front of others!
52. To not be afraid to ask which hairstyle suits your face.
53. To not have people checking you out after looking in your grocery cart.
54. To not feel (and look) like a sausage in stirrup pants.
55. To have your friends NOT be embarrassed to be seen with you.
56. To get promotions/hired or close that sale.
57. Pants that stay up because your waist is smaller than your butt!
58. No more boobs! (this is for the guys!)
59. Wearing shorts or tank tops without fear of arrest or grossing out others!
60. To not have the fear of being rejected.
61. To successfully flirt!
62. To not worry about how to get in and out of the back seat in a two door car!
63. One size fits all and it fits you!
64. To have a lap.
65. To not have the car you are ride in slant in your direction.
66. To be able to use toilet paper as it was meant to be used and not to have to invent ways to "get the job done".
67. To not have to watch TV news reports on fat people in hopes that you haven't been caught on camera!
68. To be able to get between cars in a parking lot without wiping the dust off with your belly and your butt.
69. No more heat rashes and chafing in the upper thighs.
70. So that the cloth in the thigh area doesn't wear away long before the rest of the slacks do!
71. To meet a friend online and not be horrified to have to send a picture of yourself.
72. To not take fat references and fat jokes personally.
73. To know you can go anywhere because wherever you sit you CAN be comfortable and look at ease.
74. To shop at the mall and not have your back ache from lugging your huge butt and stomach around!
75. To be able to stand still, carrying nothing and still look poised.
76. To be able to cross your arms across your chest without them resting on your stomach!
77. To have your feet get smaller.
78. Using your mouth to taste and chew food rather than as just a route to get the food from your lips to your stomach.
79. Blood pressure returns to normal.
80. To avoid other health complications from being overweight.
81. To be able to borrow a co-worker's jacket for an important meeting.
82. To meet someone for the first time and their eyes don't pop out of their head with amazement...because they never knew you're fat!
83. To see your reflection in a mirror or store window without turning away!
84. To wear a watch with a regular length watch band.
85. To look in the mirror when getting your hair cut without thinking you have the biggest face in the world.
86. To not mind getting your picture taken.
87. To not avoid going to the doctor because you have to get "weighed" in.
88. To wake up each morning feeling energized and ready to go.
89. To not even worry about squeezing into small spaces.
90. To not have to enter an elevator and check the weight limit.
91. To look in your closet and have problems deciding which stylish outfit to work since you have so many that look good and fit well.
92. To not have to lie perfectly still in bed at night for fear of breaking the bed!
93. To buy tie shoes instead of slip ons!
94. To be able to walk any distance without looking for a bench to sit on.
95. To look forward to shopping and just trying on clothes!
96. To be able to drive by any fast food place without salivating!
97. To be able to shop at the same store for food instead of having to remember where you shopped last night for the junk food so you can avoid that store for a few days!
98. To not feel lower than low when an innocent child remarks about your size!
99. To not constantly be thinking of where your next morsel of food is coming from.
100. And the 100th reason to lose 100 pounds..... I'M WORTH IT!
- Author Of List Unknown
2. To have GREAT sex! :)
3. So we won’t think people are laughing or talking about us.
4. To buy clothes in a “normal store” and actually get clothes with some style to them that fit correctly.
5. To have more energy!
6. To be able to tie your shoes/paint toenails.
7. To be able to sit on a floor and get up gracefully.
8. To wear a bathing suit.
9. To cross your legs or sit with them crossed.
10. To fit into an airline/theater/bus/whatever seat without spilling over and without having to see “that look” from the person who has to sit beside you.
11. So our ankles won’t swell.
12. To fit into a booth at any restaurant.
13. To not need an extension to a seat belt on an airplane and to have the tray table not balance on our bellies.
14. To not worry about being decapitated in our cars with our seat belts on if we should be in an accident.
15. To not turn beet red after moderate exertion.
16. To be able to pick something up off the floor.
17. Pantyhose that fit!
18. To go to an amusement park and ride the rides.
19. To be able to sit in any chair without worry of breakage.
20. To not have to apologize when caught in a narrow aisle and have someone need to get by.
21. To go dancing, sky diving, bungee jumping…
22. To be able to go horseback riding or ride a bike.
23. To not worry about rashes and sweating.
24. To not have to listen to “caring” people ask why you don’t diet or worse still to hear… “gee you have such a pretty face”.
25. To not worry about spilling food, sauces or gravy down the front of your blouse/dress/shirt when eating.
26. To not have to think up some excuse for not doing something because you know your weight will impede you.
27. To not have your belly hit the steering wheel and to be able to fit comfortably in the driver’s seat.
28. To have a bra fit comfortably and to be able to buy underwear at Victoria’s Secret rather than at “Tubby the Underwear Guy”.
29. To not have to worry about the weight limit of step stools, ladders, motorcycle, exercise equipment, etc.
30. To not get stuck in a turn style.
31. To not wake up feeling achy in the back..or to have ache free legs and feet.
32. So the bathroom scale won’t creak and groan when you step on it.
33. To be able to leave the tablecloth on the table at a restaurant instead of dragging it with you when you get up.
34. So you won't look the other way when you see yourself in a monitor where they have security cameras.
35. To never be embarrassed about your size.
36. To not count tying shoes as daily exercise.
37. To not have to wait for the handicap stall when there are plenty of other stalls available.
38. To not be more out of shape than seniors.
39. To not break toilet seat when leaning to one side.
40. To be able to put on wedding rings again.
41. To try to make a double chin and fail!
42. Buy clothing bargains to fit the next year ... and they do!
43. Not to have to worry about plastic zippers or having your pants bust open.
44. Normal waistbands rather than elastic!
45. To wear knee socks correctly instead of worn like slouches!
46. To look good in a tee shirt!
47. To try on slacks or jeans and have the pant leg actually fit over leg!
48. To be able to get close to sink and not come away with a wet belly!
49. To get out of a stuffed chair GRACEFULLY and not look down to see if the chair has come up with you!
50. To not worry if the hairdresser's smock will fit!
51. To not be self-conscious about eating in front of others!
52. To not be afraid to ask which hairstyle suits your face.
53. To not have people checking you out after looking in your grocery cart.
54. To not feel (and look) like a sausage in stirrup pants.
55. To have your friends NOT be embarrassed to be seen with you.
56. To get promotions/hired or close that sale.
57. Pants that stay up because your waist is smaller than your butt!
58. No more boobs! (this is for the guys!)
59. Wearing shorts or tank tops without fear of arrest or grossing out others!
60. To not have the fear of being rejected.
61. To successfully flirt!
62. To not worry about how to get in and out of the back seat in a two door car!
63. One size fits all and it fits you!
64. To have a lap.
65. To not have the car you are ride in slant in your direction.
66. To be able to use toilet paper as it was meant to be used and not to have to invent ways to "get the job done".
67. To not have to watch TV news reports on fat people in hopes that you haven't been caught on camera!
68. To be able to get between cars in a parking lot without wiping the dust off with your belly and your butt.
69. No more heat rashes and chafing in the upper thighs.
70. So that the cloth in the thigh area doesn't wear away long before the rest of the slacks do!
71. To meet a friend online and not be horrified to have to send a picture of yourself.
72. To not take fat references and fat jokes personally.
73. To know you can go anywhere because wherever you sit you CAN be comfortable and look at ease.
74. To shop at the mall and not have your back ache from lugging your huge butt and stomach around!
75. To be able to stand still, carrying nothing and still look poised.
76. To be able to cross your arms across your chest without them resting on your stomach!
77. To have your feet get smaller.
78. Using your mouth to taste and chew food rather than as just a route to get the food from your lips to your stomach.
79. Blood pressure returns to normal.
80. To avoid other health complications from being overweight.
81. To be able to borrow a co-worker's jacket for an important meeting.
82. To meet someone for the first time and their eyes don't pop out of their head with amazement...because they never knew you're fat!
83. To see your reflection in a mirror or store window without turning away!
84. To wear a watch with a regular length watch band.
85. To look in the mirror when getting your hair cut without thinking you have the biggest face in the world.
86. To not mind getting your picture taken.
87. To not avoid going to the doctor because you have to get "weighed" in.
88. To wake up each morning feeling energized and ready to go.
89. To not even worry about squeezing into small spaces.
90. To not have to enter an elevator and check the weight limit.
91. To look in your closet and have problems deciding which stylish outfit to work since you have so many that look good and fit well.
92. To not have to lie perfectly still in bed at night for fear of breaking the bed!
93. To buy tie shoes instead of slip ons!
94. To be able to walk any distance without looking for a bench to sit on.
95. To look forward to shopping and just trying on clothes!
96. To be able to drive by any fast food place without salivating!
97. To be able to shop at the same store for food instead of having to remember where you shopped last night for the junk food so you can avoid that store for a few days!
98. To not feel lower than low when an innocent child remarks about your size!
99. To not constantly be thinking of where your next morsel of food is coming from.
100. And the 100th reason to lose 100 pounds..... I'M WORTH IT!
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