So, last year my New Year's resolution was to lose weight. I was carrying around about 50lbs left over from having babies. I HATED the woman I saw in the mirror. That wasn't me. That reflection did not show the person that I felt I was. She was tired, obese (by silly government BMI standards), unhappy, and unhealthy. January 5 I started Atkins', made the gym part of our daily routine, and with a little motivation in the form of a supplement, I started losing weight. I felt GREAT. I lost 50lbs in about 6 months. Not only did I lose the baby weight, I got toned. I have muscles!
The accomplishment of setting my mind to something and actually completing it feels amazing! And, I was finally able to do something for ME. In a round about way it was for my kids but, mainly, it was for me. So, now that I have done that, the goal is to keep the weight off. That shouldn't be too hard though. I have realized that we all benefit from having the gym be a regular part of the routine. Also, I know how much better I feel physically when I am eating low carb so, that is pretty easy to maintain. Sure, I splurge now and again but, over all, I know how to eat to maximize my body's full potential.
This year I plan to fine tune my machine (body) and try to start cutting out bad habits I have that limit my full potential. Who knows? Maybe I will be a runner by the end of the year? Doubtful, but you never know. :)
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