A few weeks ago, I blogged about trying to start a new a new and healthier lifestyle. (See the original post here.) Today, I wanted to give you a quick update, to let you know that slow, steady progress continues, and to tell you that I'm pleased so far.
A friend knew that I was concerned about my weight and told me about SparkPeople, which is an extremely helpful and completely free website that provides a whole host of tools that can be used to help you eat healthier, get more active, and learn about ways to manage health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, high cholesterol, allergies, and a number of other chronic conditions. There are recipes, streaming exercise videos, online meeting places for folks with a variety of similar interests, and other helpful resources.
When I started with SparkPeople, I was easily 50 pounds overweight and out of shape enough that I could no longer walk around the block without huffing and puffing. I was outgrowing all of my "fat clothes" and facing the prospect of having to buy yet another wardrobe to accommodate my new-found and unwanted mass.
You can use this website to determine your goals, get a personalized eating plan (or use a variety of "trackers" to gauge how well one of your own design is working to meet your nutritional and exercise goals), and seek (or share) support with others who are also trying to make a healthier journey.
My "big goal" is to lose a total of 50 pounds in 1 year. My year started on August 6, 2011, and in the 54 days since then I've lost 15.5 pounds. Some clothes that were getting too tight are now getting too loose. I'm going through a gigantic pile of clothing to weed out stuff that no longer fits , and have found long-lost, smaller clothing buried in the back of the closet or the bottom of drawers that I can now wear. Even more importantly, I'm feeling better and can now walk a couple of miles without feeling like I'm going to keel over. Saturday my gym membership starts, and I'm looking forward to that.
So if you, too, have been battling the bulge, how about give SparkPeople a try? And look me up when you do: my screen name there is NCSue0514!
A friend knew that I was concerned about my weight and told me about SparkPeople, which is an extremely helpful and completely free website that provides a whole host of tools that can be used to help you eat healthier, get more active, and learn about ways to manage health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, high cholesterol, allergies, and a number of other chronic conditions. There are recipes, streaming exercise videos, online meeting places for folks with a variety of similar interests, and other helpful resources.When I started with SparkPeople, I was easily 50 pounds overweight and out of shape enough that I could no longer walk around the block without huffing and puffing. I was outgrowing all of my "fat clothes" and facing the prospect of having to buy yet another wardrobe to accommodate my new-found and unwanted mass.
You can use this website to determine your goals, get a personalized eating plan (or use a variety of "trackers" to gauge how well one of your own design is working to meet your nutritional and exercise goals), and seek (or share) support with others who are also trying to make a healthier journey.
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| Thank God for drawstrings, and for SparkPeople! |
My "big goal" is to lose a total of 50 pounds in 1 year. My year started on August 6, 2011, and in the 54 days since then I've lost 15.5 pounds. Some clothes that were getting too tight are now getting too loose. I'm going through a gigantic pile of clothing to weed out stuff that no longer fits , and have found long-lost, smaller clothing buried in the back of the closet or the bottom of drawers that I can now wear. Even more importantly, I'm feeling better and can now walk a couple of miles without feeling like I'm going to keel over. Saturday my gym membership starts, and I'm looking forward to that.
So if you, too, have been battling the bulge, how about give SparkPeople a try? And look me up when you do: my screen name there is NCSue0514!
You GO, girl! That's an excellent start, and I'm so glad you've found both expected and unexpected incentives to keep going!
ReplyDeleteThat's so great!! I admire people who can lose a bunch of weight and stick with it. And how exciting for your new, skinny, wardrobe. Visiting from Thirsty for Comments Thursday.
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ReplyDeleteWell done!
That's so awesome! I used to be a nutrition and exercise counselor. The biggest step is making that decision and you did! You will definitely hit your goal (probably in six months) if you stay focused. Good for you. New follower from WOW.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you have a support group or trainer but if you have any questions, email me.
Good for you! Cathy
ReplyDeleteYou go! Congrats! I work in Fitness and SparkPeople is a highly reccommended and respected tool in the field! Best wishes on the journey! Dawn (Modern Day Disciple) @ Beneath the Surface: Breath of Faith
ReplyDeleteYou go! Congrats! I work in Fitness and SparkPeople is a highly reccommended and respected tool in the field! Best wishes on the journey! Dawn (Modern Day Disciple) @ Beneath the Surface: Breath of Faith
ReplyDeletewow! that is fabulous! i have never heard of this organization and it sounds fantastic! keep up the GREAT work!!
ReplyDeleteamy
Congratulations! And thanks again for linking up for Footloose and Fancy Free!
ReplyDeleteWay to go! I know what a great feeling that is! I'm cheering you on as you work toward your goal.
ReplyDeleteWow - Great Job! Keep going!
ReplyDeleteStopping by from the Friday Blog Hop :)
i use sparkpeople too!! isn't it great! good job on positive progress!
ReplyDeleteWow, great progress and I have never heard of Sparkpeople, sounds like a great tool!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your weight loss! Keep it up! Stopping by from Hopalong Friday!
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Congrats to you on the huge progress you've made. I've been up and down quite a bit lately and I'm extremely frustrated so I'll have to check out that site. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWell done to you! That is a fabulous achievement. I will have to check the link out.
ReplyDeleteHope you have a great weekend.
Take care and best wishes,
Natasha.
Congrats on your new journey! It's October 1st and I decided to get on a diet myself~!!
ReplyDeletePS, Would love a follow back!
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That is awesome! I need to lose about 10lbs right now. Things are starting to get tight. Thanks for linking up to the NOBH!
ReplyDelete14.5??? That's awesome! Congrats and keep up the hard work. Found you through the spicy weekend hop btw.
ReplyDeleteI am a new follower from Say Hi! Sunday blog hop. Would love a follow back if you get the chance at
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WooHoo! Way to go! Don't forget to celebrate some how! I'm your newest follower from the hop. Come say "hi" at www.myparentingcoach.com
ReplyDeleteWhat a great job! I have heard of Spark People. I am glad for you.
ReplyDeleteI am stopping by from the Meet Me Monday blog hop. I hope you have a great week!
Blessings,
LaVonne @ Long Wait For Isabella
Wow! That's great, Sue! I have heard of the website before and might even belong! LOL I haven't been to it in a while, though. Thanks for stopping by the Sit and Relax weekend hop again!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your weight loss. I know it's not always easy, having lost about 100 pounds myself. Keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing at Bacon Time too :)
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome! I just decided to "go public" with my weight loss plan and posted about it tonight, so it's really timely for me to read this. It's encouraging! Keep it up...you're obviously on the right track!
ReplyDeleteNew follower,
ReplyDeleteKim
www.thesasselife.com
That is awesome - I start making a concerted effort in April and have since lost 40 pounds and it's an awesome feeling, to be sure! I started with Weight Watchers but have since switched to myfitnesspal.com - I love the community aspect of it!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for dropping by the Be-Bop-A Blog Hop! I'm a follower and I hope you'll stop by again soon! Have a great day! :)
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Way to go! Jennifer from Just Wedeminute
ReplyDeleteCongrats! I have used Spark people in the past and it is a great site. I'm a new follower from Wobble Over Wednesday. Would love a follow back.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! I am also on a journey to loss about 50-60 pounds!
ReplyDeleteCongrats!! Im a new follower and would love a follow back :) Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteSparkPeople looks like a wonderful site! I'm so impressed with what you've done already! Congrats - and I'll be cheering for you! :) Deb @ RaisingFigureSkaters.com
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