 Don't give up on losing weight
"Nothing tastes as good as being thin feels." But what if you have never been thin? Or, as I was, you've been overweight for so long that you can't remember being thin?
I'd like to share some thoughts with you about what it IS like being thin. Hopefully one or more of these experiences will offer you a bit of solid motivation to hang onto when you are tempted to forgo your weight-loss efforts.
• I fit in my own seat on an airplane, comfortably! I used to have to lift the armrest between my husband and myself so I could "spill over" into his seat. He now gets his seat to himself.
• The heat bothers me a LOT less. I used to get nervous as summer approached. Just getting around was an effort in the best temperatures, but in the heat it could seem nearly impossible. Now, I really can agree with: "It's not hot until it gets over 110."
• My knees don't hurt all the time. There was a time when I thought I might never be able to kneel again. I had to keep a small stool around for any work I had to do near the floor. Now I can get up and down with ease.
• I get to do fun things like horseback riding (I was once turned away because I was too heavy), kayaking, jet skiing, and most recently, zip-lining. I no longer have to sit on the sideline watching everyone else have fun.
• Physical activity is FUN. I enjoy riding our bikes and hiking, especially in the mountains. I used to have difficulty even with small tasks at high elevation. I also enjoy working out at the gym.
• And shopping for clothes is no longer a painful reminder, but an enjoyable experience (except for the part where I have to pay, of course).
Try making your own list of things to look forward to. Put it in a prominent place (such as on your refrigerator) to help keep you on track.
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