Let’s go back to as long ago as I can remember, I’ve always been overweight. I am sure that I weighed close to 400 pounds in high school. I was made fun of, laughed at, the butt of most jokes. It was the most debilitating and humiliating experience of my life. It still shakes my core when I think about it. Into my adult life, I was always the smart one, career driven, money maker but never had a “real boyfriend” only met men online because I could be whomever I wanted to be and never had to meet them. CATFISH! It all caused me to overeat and love something that wouldn’t make fun of me or judge – FOOD! It was always there, always satisfying, always forgiving, and never judged.
Fast Forward to 2010, I was a new parent. I weighed 325 pounds. I was sad, depressed, unmotivated, heartbroken, alone, lost – I could go on and on and on. High blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, joint pain were all a part of my everyday life. It took me years – 2555 days (seven years) to be exact to beat this addiction and TAKE MY LIFE BACK.
How did I beat my food addiction? Yes, it is an addiction. Addiction is defined as “the fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance, thing, or activity.” Set realistic goals! What’s realistic for you, may not be realistic for me but they all have things in common. You did not gain overnight, you will not lose overnight! Be Realistic!
This will assist you on your journey!
- ADMIT that there is a problem.
- GET HELP! (Mental health is a huge part of the process because overeating and finding comfort in food is an addiction.)
- DO THE WORK!!
- Set Goals (small goals and hold yourself accountable to them.)
- Take Pictures (document your journey, there is truth in pictures.)
- Use Weight Loss Tools (i.e. MyFitnessPal – application available on iPhone and Android.)
- Workout (At least three-five days per week – gyms are not necessary. Do SOMETHING every day.)
- Eat WHOLE foods (Remember, it is 80% nutrition/20% exercise – focus on eating good simple foods!)
- Celebrate ALL wins!
- Enjoy the Process (You will fall off, you will become discouraged, there will be temptation – stay strong).
- Treat Yourself! (NOT WITH FOOD, you are not a dog!)
- By setting realistic goals, you are sure to achieve them! Be intentional daily! Wake up with purpose and go for it! You are worth it!
[…] out in the gym. Gyms are not for everyone. Ever heard of gym intimidation? Lots of those on a journey choose to workout at home instead of in a gym. Mainly, because of fear of using the equipment wrong […]
[…] it from celebrity Chef Aunyx Marie of Aundila’s Cuisine, who has lost over 100 pounds. On this journey of self-discovery and realization, she learned that food […]
[…] Have a plan and set a realistic goal […]
[…] Have a plan and set a realistic goal […]
[…] five years ago. This 40-day process called “The Journey” revolutionized how she viewed weight loss and overall wellness. At that point, she was almost 400 pounds, brokenhearted, living in a mental cocoon – it had […]
[…] syrupy sweet. How many can relate to this? As I grew older, soda was my crutch. When I started this journey, over seven years ago I was drinking at least one 2 liter Pepsi per day. (One 2 Liter of Pepsi if […]
[…] I am asked what has been the key to my weight loss success. Simply put, meal planning and prepping have been instrumental in my success. I am positive that […]
[…] Now, I’m learning to love them along with the rest of my perfect imperfections. The truth is, my weight fluctuates, and as result I have earned my stripes on my arms, breasts, and booty. Some women have […]
So inspiring and awesome tips♡ your transformation is truly amazing. Thank you for sharing.