Kenz from All the Weigh posted this on her blog and I thought it was really interesting so I decided to take a stab at it.
According to WW, my goal weight should be 164 pounds. If I ever reach that goal, I won't know what to do with myself. Right now, my first long term goal is to get to 200 pounds. I would still be considered overweight but that's a number I can actually consider doable. I still don't feel comfortable sharing my highest weight. I still struggle with that every day because I can't believe that I am this size. However, I've lost 17 pounds so far and I am hoping that by next week, I will reach the 5% weight loss mark.
2. What is your #1 motivation for losing weight?
I want to be healthy. I could say that I want to be skinny and yes I do want that but really, I want to be healthy. I want to be comfortable in my own skin.
3. Have you always been overweight?
I was a chubby kid however, I used to be active. I used to play soccer and was in a competitive swimming league. But after I got to high school, I stopped competing and sort of been gaining weight ever since.
4. When you want to give up what inspires you to keep going?
I've given up many many times but this time has been the longest I've ever been on a journey to lose weight. I like how I've been feeling. I have more energy and I can see subtle changes in me. I've also been reading different weight loss blogs and been inspired by them.
5. What is the #1 thing you look forward to when you hit your goal weight?
Have people look at me and seeing ME and not my size.
6. Do you have support on your weight loss journey?
I've told a few friends and family members but so far, I mostly talk about it on this blog. I am not as open with it because I feel like people will judge me if they see me eating something that I shouldn't and to be honest, I don't think I could handle the added pressure. It's not that I don't want to be held accountable. To me, that is what the WW weigh ins are for and I am committed to posting every Monday whether or not I lost weigh that week. I do appreciate anyone who comments on my posts or responds to my tweets because I feel like people are out there rooting for me.
7. What is your favorite exercise?
I actually can't say that I have one. I just purchased some walking sneakers and will begin a work out routine once I receive them. At first, I will probably walk around my neighborhood and see how it goes from there. I am thinking of taking advantage of the awesome bridge near my house (Golden Gate) and walk on it. It's 1.7 miles from one vista point to the other and it's only 3 minutes from my house.
8. What is the most important thing you have learned on your weight loss journey?
I am still a work in progress but what I have learned so far is that I can do it. These past few weeks haven't been easy but I've been trying really hard and am really making myself a priority.
9. What is one thing you have given up that you miss the most?
Breakfast from Starbucks which included a high calorie hot beverage and an even higher calorie count pastry.
10. What is your strategy for losing weight?
Track everything I eat and stay within my POINTS. Sounds simple and it is but it's so hard to stick to it.
I'll probably revisit this questionnaire later on and see how I've changed.
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ReplyDeleteKristen - done :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by.
I know what you mean about not wanting to be 'open' about your weight loss journey with those around you because you're afraid they'll judge you if you eat something THEY think you SHOULDN'T be eating. But, you also need to have a support system in place. WW can only support you so far and so can all of us out here in the blogosphere it really does help to have at least 1 or 2 other people close to you that can support you!
ReplyDeleteAs for other people judging and opening their mouths when I am eating something they think I shouldn't be...I kindly tell them I'm NOT dieting I'm learning a new way of life and it's all about enjoying a little of everything in MODERATION. It usually shuts them up :-)
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ReplyDeleteTishia - I do have two friends who I am pretty open with. They know that I am back on WW and they are very supportive.
ReplyDeleteThat was a good questionnaire. Good to get to know you a little better :) I'm rooting for you...and also using you a little to motivate myself..hope it's ok :)
ReplyDeleteD - you flatter me my friend! Of course you can use me. :)
ReplyDeleteWishing you lots of good luck and motivation with the weightloss. I've spent the last 5 years trying to lose these pesky 6 kgs that I have extra. I guess we all have our own battles :)
ReplyDeleteI know somebody who lost a lot of weight in the span of a year or something like that and whenever I post photos of hot chocolate or desserts on Facebook that person will start judging. It's tough - nowadays I ignore and learn to enjoy what I eat as moderation is the key. If I cut everything out, I will be miserable and unhappy. Gotta live life too :)