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Teeter Totter ~ Finding a Balance Between Me-Hood and Motherhood
Gender: female Date of Birth: January 01, 1973 Member Since: September 11, 2007 Last Signed In: November 20, 2009 Blog Views: 14718 Send To A Friend Sign Guestbook Add as a Friend
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The Fat Lady Sings
I’ve made no secret of battling my weight ever since I’ve been a member of SacMomsClub. I’ve swung back and forth for as long as I can remember between loving myself, regardless of my size (don’t get me wrong, it’s a good thing) and being fed up with myself and all the weight. I was watching Biggest Loser the other day and they actually had some advice that I liked. Everyone was out to eat and one of the trainers said, “Why do you want to lose weight?” The large woman replied, “Because I owe it to myself.” To my surprise the trainer said, “NO! You need to have an actual reason! If you go out to eat and really want to eat that dessert, or drink and all you have to hold onto is that you OWE it to yourself, you’re going to eat or drink that thing. If you have an actual, tangible temptation, then you need a tangible reason NOT to!” I really liked that. I liked it so much in fact, that I made my own “20 reasons why” list, then got my butt to the gym. I don’t know how many of you read Free to Be You and Me growing up, but being a child of the 70’s, it was like mothers milk to me. In particular I’ve been remembering the story of Atalanta. What a great name. You can click here to read the story, but if you’re short on time, I’ll give you the nutshell. Strong, independent woman who loves to run. Father (king) wants her to marry. She sais she’ll marry whoever can win her in a footrace. A man she likes ends up tying her. In this version (as opposed to the classical Greek Mythological original), they part as friends. The point is, I remember listening to the record and reading the book and really feeling her joy for running. I’m trying to tap into that joy at the gym and be more like Atalanta. Having my fresh vegetables delivered to my door once a week is also helpful. Yesterday I had so many of them, I really didn’t know what to do! I cleaned them all, chopped them, drizzled a little olive oil and tossed them in the oven to roast. Last night we had them over penne pasta and WOW! What a brilliant idea! My husband and I are actually working on our weight together. Something that should make this trip much easier. He was very proud of me yesterday, but more importantly (and like Atalanta), I was proud of myself. Here’s my 20 reason’s WHY, if you care to read them. Why (lose weight) 1) I want to FIT into the desks at school 2) I want to be able to buckle that airplane seatbelt with ease. 3) I want to fit into any theme park ride I want (and not stare at the weight limit!) 4) I want my husband to put his arms around me and have them fit. 5) I don’t want my son to feel embarrassed with his friends if “fat mom” is around. 6) I want to set a good, healthy example for my son. 7) I want my dogs to be healthy and happy too (with more walks) 8) I want to live as long as possible here with my family 9) I want to travel in comfort (bus rides, biking, trains, planes, etc…) 10) I’m tired of my body being in pain (creaky joints, hip and knee pain) 11) I want to have more energy 12) I want to be a good example to the other big women in my family (and have them admire me.) 13) I want to be pretty (and have my husband be proud of me.) 14) I want to be WHOLE and complete. Mind, body and soul. 15) I want to shop in “normal” stores and buy the “cute” and colorful clothes. 16) I’m as fat, or fatter, than the women on Biggest Loser! 17) I don’t want to be the biggest person in the room. 18) I don’t want to worry about breaking something with my ****! 19) I want to see ALL my body parts with ease. 20) I want my physical self confidence back. 7 comments from 4 users
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posted by
hmoeckli
on Oct 14, 2009 at 10:22 PM
This was a great idea! I think being very specific with your reasons is a very focusing step. For me it was diabetes. For some reason finding out I was at risk for the disease was incredibly galvanizing. It wasn't abstract. Good luck to you!
posted by
creatress
on Oct 15, 2009 at 08:24 AM
Thanks hmoeckli! I agree that I would also find diabetes a good motivator. I'm so glad you're doing better these days. Thanks for the comment and encouragement.
posted by
suprizmom
on Oct 15, 2009 at 04:12 PM
Hello friend and fellow fat fighter... I love the idea of the 20 reasons, I am workiing on mine too I would like to share a web site that has helped me lose 40 lbs. it is free and there is fabulous recipes and work outs and lots of support... www.sparkpeople.com check it out and let me know maybe we can be a team together.
posted by
creatress
on Oct 15, 2009 at 04:20 PM
Hey Suprizmom. Thanks for the encouragement (and glad you like the list.)
posted by
KellyG
on Oct 16, 2009 at 07:56 PM
I really liked this Creatress! After struggling with my weight for the past ten years, I joined weight watchers three weeks ago. I've lost 8 pounds so far (yay me!) and am feeling motivated. My list would include: I want to get dressed in the morning without thinking about what will minimize my stomach the best, I want to set a good example for my daughters, I don't want my daughters to have weight issues, I want to be healthy and fit, I want my clothes to be comfortable, I want to be able to wear all the clothes in my closet, I want my stomach to be smaller than my hips so I don't have to keep pulling up my pants, I want to feel more confident in a bathing suit, I want to feel sexy with my husband, I want to be comfortable in my own body. Thanks for the insight and good luck on your weight loss journey. I will be cheering for you! posted by
creatress
on Oct 16, 2009 at 07:58 PM
Thanks KellyG for posting your own list. Those are all really GREAT reasons that are very tangible. I ended up posting my list on my closet door AND making a tiny laminated one to carry around in my purse. Thanks for the luck, you too! Keep me posted on your journey.
posted by
creatress
on Oct 16, 2009 at 08:02 PM
A little update to this blog... I worked out EVERY DAY this week! YAY! GO ME! I swam, lifted weights, worked the eliptical machine, brisk walked on the treadmill, walked my dogs (way farther than I usually do), worked the kettle ball and did sit up's on an incline bench. WHOO HOO! I felt really sore, but great. I'm also eating really healthy (and trying to control my portions.) I think my first week is off to a really great start.
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