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15 lbs. in 90 days

So it's time to face facts.

I've gained just about 15 lbs. since I got married.


It might have been the cheesecake. Maybe it was the burgers. It certainly couldn't have been the french fries dipped in ranch. I've been complaining for months about my disappearing flat tummy. I'm done whining. I'm ready to start doing something about it!

Hey, if I lost 60 lbs. last year, I know I can lose 15 lbs. now! I just needed to get motivated and set some goals for myself. And keep them. And avoid pizza. And popcorn.

So. I spent about 2 hours talking with beautiful Alyssa the other night about dieting. She thinks she's crazy because she counts calories. I wouldn't call it crazy. That girl just had a baby and she's already the hottest chick on the block. So I joined www.caloriecount.about.com (it's free) and I'm already on my way to losing 15 lbs. in 3 months.

I am writing about it because I know once I tell you about it, I will have to do it. Since you are all such good friends, I know you will support me by asking how its going and by refraining from offering me fresh baked cookies and doritos.

I have always had a food addiction. Once I start eating, I can't stop myself. No wonder I was a size 16 just a little over a year ago. So I'm telling you now so that I can't put it off anymore. I need to do this for my self-esteem. My husband most likely also wants me to do this because I won't let the poor guy look at me half the time because I feel like a whale. Yes, most of it is perception, but my BMI is 24 and it should be more like 21.

So I'm excersizing at least 5 days a week (now that I've typed that I have to do it), and I'm keeping my caloric intake to 1365 per day. My goal is to be 118 lbs. by September 23, 2008. I am confident that I can do it, with the help and support of my friends, family and my Heavenly Father. I just need to stop going to barbeques and luncheons. And when I do go, I can't binge like a maniac (like I did yesterday).

~~~SIGH~~~~ Well I feel better now. I know I can do it, and I will do it. And now that I've said I'll do it, I know I will actually do it. Any tips, ideas, comments or helpful suggestions are much appreciated. I'll keep you posted.

Comments

Analisa-creator of hairblingzcutethings said…
I'll do it with you! I can't cut my calories quite that much since I'm nursing but I'll definitely watch what I eat and exercise. I was doing so good about exercising for about 4 1/2 weeks and then it went downhill and I'm trying to get into the routine again, so we can help each other!
June 23, 2008 at 10:31 AM
Dara McFarlane said…
dude, i'm totally with you. I'm going to start doing it too! yahoo!! that when when i come back to washington we can be hot chicas!!
June 23, 2008 at 12:30 PM
Anonymous said…
I started walking at 5:30 in the mornin' and hopefully eat better- I'm a crazy eating maniac too- I can't stop once I start....so I will be a good influence on you and help you stick to it girly ;)!
June 24, 2008 at 12:51 PM
Stephanie said…
You really lost 60 pounds last year? That is amazing. Even if you feel 15 pounds overweight you still look stunning! However, I understand where you are coming from- I have a goal to lose 10 pounds in three months so there are plenty of people to help you out!
June 26, 2008 at 1:30 PM
Jennifer said…
Thank you all for your comments! You are all so helpful!!!
June 27, 2008 at 1:52 PM
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