TXMary2 Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 I know I haven't been posting here in quite a while, but that is because I have been focused on other things. One being trying to get healthy. I know from reading things here over the years that several of us have struggled with food and weight for a long time, if not our entire lives off and on. Last year, I decided to change my life. My story is featured on a blog called Ketovangelist. At the time of the article I had lost 83 pounds, but I am down 87 now. Anyway, I hope you will check it out and I hope if you struggle that it will inspire you. It is no gimmick, I am not selling anything - I simply let go of the things I was addicted to. I couldn't be happier and I just want others to know that if I can do it, you can too. http://www.ketovangelist.com/one-year-83-pounds-and-now-i-am-a-total-bad-ass/ 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azalea Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Congratulations! I'm probably too discouraged to be inspired, but you look great and healthy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMary2 Posted March 16, 2015 Author Share Posted March 16, 2015 Congratulations! I'm probably too discouraged to be inspired, but you look great and healthy! Thanks. Why are you discouraged? :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamite5 Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 I know I haven't been posting here in quite a while, but that is because I have been focused on other things. One being trying to get healthy. I know from reading things here over the years that several of us have struggled with food and weight for a long time, if not our entire lives off and on. Last year, I decided to change my life. My story is featured on a blog called Ketovangelist. At the time of the article I had lost 83 pounds, but I am down 87 now. Anyway, I hope you will check it out and I hope if you struggle that it will inspire you. It is no gimmick, I am not selling anything - I simply let go of the things I was addicted to. I couldn't be happier and I just want others to know that if I can do it, you can too. http://www.ketovangelist.com/one-year-83-pounds-and-now-i-am-a-total-bad-ass/ I'd say you are a total bad ass. Congratulations! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 You're a TBA! Nicely done. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlessedMom Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Congratulations!! You have done an amazing job!! Best wishes on your continued success!! Thank you for sharing your inspiring story. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess in the Burbs Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Amazing!!! very inspiring, thanks for sharing 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMary2 Posted March 16, 2015 Author Share Posted March 16, 2015 I'd say you are a total bad ass. Congratulations! Just for the record, the guy who owns the blog - suggested that and sort of made me title it that way. LOL I told him it sounded arrogant and he said, "So what?" So, there you go. LOL 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMary2 Posted March 16, 2015 Author Share Posted March 16, 2015 Congratulations on finding the path to fitness amd motivating yourself. It may be helpful to some to know how tall you are. I am 5'6" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeghansMom Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Thank you for sharing! I am struggling with my weight currently and have many of the issues you had. Very motivating. :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrub Jay Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Congrats! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasperstone Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Thats awesome! You must feel amazing now! !!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momacacia Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 That's wonderful! Good for you!! You do look great, but also strong, happy and energetic. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momto10blessings Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 Thank you for your inspiring story! I've just started my journey to lose a lot of weight. I can't wait to have a waste again. It's going to be amazing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momacacia Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 TXMary, Do you find that you cook a lot? I mean, most of the paleo/primalish/keto food is hard to come by in the average restaurant or package. How do you keep up with the food prep? that is my problem. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 Yes, food prep - I simply lose at this. Other necessary things go undone when I'm spending that much time in the kitchen. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 Congratulations! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 Congrats on your hard work! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrub Jay Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 Same here with food prep. I would probably do best eating mainly meats, cheeses, veggies, eggs, etc... but #1 I suck at food prep and #2 I get bored easily and #3 I'm not a big cook in the first place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 Congratulations!!! :hurray: You look amazing! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMary2 Posted March 19, 2015 Author Share Posted March 19, 2015 TXMary, Do you find that you cook a lot? I mean, most of the paleo/primalish/keto food is hard to come by in the average restaurant or package. How do you keep up with the food prep? that is my problem. Not more than usual. I don't find eating out difficult at all. I stick to meat, veggies, salads. At home, if I make burgers for the family, I just make mine bunless and I pile it with mushrooms, onions, avocado and bacon. I don't find it to be much effort at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Congratulations Bad Ass! Is it rude for me to mention that I'm very jealous of your ability to lose so much weight while retaining your ta-tas? Because I am. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Congratulations Bad Ass! Is it rude for me to mention that I'm very jealous of your ability to lose so much weight while retaining your ta-tas? Because I am. :lol: I was thinking the same thing. Well done, bad ass. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashfern Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 :hurray: Awesome!! My question is do you feed your kids the same? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMary2 Posted April 25, 2015 Author Share Posted April 25, 2015 Congratulations Bad Ass! Is it rude for me to mention that I'm very jealous of your ability to lose so much weight while retaining your ta-tas? Because I am. Hahaha- yeah, I guess I am blessed in that area. They have always been big though before, during and after obesity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMary2 Posted April 25, 2015 Author Share Posted April 25, 2015 :hurray: Awesome!! My question is do you feed your kids the same? They do eat the same dinner, but they still eat the things I don't. If I make burgers, mine is bunless, theirs isn't and they eat fries. If I make tacos, I use romaine lettuce leaf and they use taco shells. I only have one child left at home so it really isn't hard for me to work out for just the three of us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 You my dear are a freaking rock star in my book! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 They do eat the same dinner, but they still eat the things I don't. If I make burgers, mine is bunless, theirs isn't and they eat fries. If I make tacos, I use romaine lettuce leaf and they use taco shells. I only have one child left at home so it really isn't hard for me to work out for just the three of us.Congratulations! This "meal plan" is what I am doing, though on weekends I do allow myself 2 meals that include "no-nos" (usually a dessert). I suspect that is a bad idea. :D I do a lot of "freezer meal" cooking, so I found recipes that could be frozen (including lots of soup) and that makes a huge difference. The rest of the family will often have bread or rice or pasta with their meal and I just leave that out. I am also being conscientious about drinking water - I think I used to drink about 16oz of water plus 16oz coffee per day. Now I drink at least 64oz of water (and the coffee). Well done, Mary! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMary2 Posted June 6, 2015 Author Share Posted June 6, 2015 Congratulations! This "meal plan" is what I am doing, though on weekends I do allow myself 2 meals that include "no-nos" (usually a dessert). I suspect that is a bad idea. :D I do a lot of "freezer meal" cooking, so I found recipes that could be frozen (including lots of soup) and that makes a huge difference. The rest of the family will often have bread or rice or pasta with their meal and I just leave that out. I am also being conscientious about drinking water - I think I used to drink about 16oz of water plus 16oz coffee per day. Now I drink at least 64oz of water (and the coffee). Well done, Mary! Thank you! I have not tried freezer cooking yet - for some reason it scares me. lol I do drink a lot of water and coffee, but nothing else! I am sure I don't drink enough water yet, but I am working on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 :hurray: :hurray: :hurray: Great job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Inna* Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Congratulations! Very inspiring! :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jewellsmommy Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 May I ask, what is your average daily carb grams intake at this point? Will you increase or is this your maintenance level? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 That is great!~ Unfortunately for me, I feel like absolute crap on a ketogenic type diet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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