It has been 14 weeks and 4 days since I had the baby. I still feel HUGE. I only gained 18lbs during the entire pregnancy, but I started the pregnancy overweight.
In the interest of full disclosure, I started the pregnancy at 160lbs. I am 5 feet 4 inches tall and my ideal weight caps off at 140 or just over, I believe.
I'm not a person who puts a lot of stock into a "standard" image, but I do put plenty of stock into feeling good about myself. I know I'll never have the body back that I had before having kids, and I'm fine with that. I'd just like to get to a weight/shape that makes me comfortable. Not to mention, that allows me to wear my old pants!
This year I am going to try to maintain a more healthy lifestyle. I refuse to "diet" because they always fail. I will commit to portion control and snacking when appropriate. I will also commit to becoming more active. We own an elliptical that I will use more often, and I am going to buy Wii Fit Plus. I've heard good things.
Again, in the interest of full disclosure I will be posting my progress, whether positive or negative, on my blog every Sunday. If anyone would like to be a "weight loss buddy" with me, to share tips and support, please comment on these blogs. I welcome any and all encouragement, and offer the same in return!
Kris- I would love to be your weight loss buddy!
ReplyDeleteSince we're in full disclosure mode- I started out at 165 and got to 215 when all was said and done....