I'm now down 3 pant sizes and I feel awkward buying the new smaller size. I always fear it will creep back or that I won't fit in them anymore and fail.
Alex, Isla and I all went shopping this weekend for our family photo shoot happening in a few weeks. I tried on my safe size and they were baggy, I was going to get them anyway. Instead I tried on the smaller size and they fit perfectly. I was shocked, happy and nervous. All those thoughts creep back into my head. Why do woman have such negative self talk? I hope Isla never has those thoughts in her head.
I haven't been this small in 6 years! I'm so happy my hard work has paid off and that I can wear cute clothes again. I feel more confident, more comfortable and I just feel prettier.....can I say that? Yes I can, I feel more attractive at this weight. It's been a lot of work but it doesn't seem like work anymore. I still have my cheat day and I'm still running. I run about 5 days a week now and I eat smaller meals. It feels natural and it feels like a lifestyle I can live with. I'm not going to sit here and lie......I crave bad stuff all the dang time. A huge chocolate chip cookie sounds amazing right now but I don't have it in the house so I can't cheat.
Thank you to everyone who has given me encouragement over these last 4 months! I did it! A support system is key and you've all done that for me.
8 comments:
I always thought you were beautiful, but HOT DAMN, you look great in that picture! =D Fantastic job, Barb! 3 sizes!! You're an inspiration to me!
a) holy hell you are looking sassy, woman :-)
b) I'm also at that point where I'm afraid to buy smaller pants. And I am reluctant to get rid of my big ones even though I swear this time I will be able to maintain this :(
c) i am so so so proud of you. You're doing amazing :-)
You're gorgeous! I admire you so much for sticking with your goals and continuing to look HOT! Buy the smaller sizes! Buy everything! You deserve it, Barb. <3
Oh my, you look amazing! And more importantly, you sound like you FEEL amazing!! And, it's okay to feel that good :) You truly are an inspiration! Keep it up!!
You're amazing Barb! As long as you feel happy and healthy I think you look beautiful anyway :)
Whoa Mama!!! You look AMAZING!!!! I say you go for those smaller sizes and don't look back. What an amazing role model you are for Isla by taking on your health and fitness and winning! You look great. :)
You go girl and rock those smaller size pants it will BE WORTH IT!
You always looked amazing to me but I am so happy for you..
ok now I think I need to be motivated to get back into running.. its been months sadly :(
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for all the kind words! You all made me blush and then I smiled from ear to ear! :)
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