by Rae M.
Member since:
April 13, 2008

I Lost Another Pound and a Half

August 24, 2011 11:30 AM UTC (Updated: August 24, 2011 01:14 PM UTC)
views: 0 | 12 people recommend this | comments: 30

I have been trying to lose weight since March ever since I found out that my pre-diabetes was not officially diabetes.  My doctor told me at the time if I lost 33 pounds I could probably get off of the meds.  As of this morning I have lost 25.5 pounds.  So I only have 8 more to go.

When I lose that 8 I will be at my ideal weight for my height and age.  Right now I am just 2 pounds away from what I was when I got pregnant with my first child over 15  years ago so it has been about 15 years since I have been this thin.

My pants are literally falling off of me.  Of course with my husband being out of work I can't go and get any new clothes, so I just have to walk around pulling my pants up all the time.  I guess I need a belt.  Actually I love walking around with lose pants it reminds me of how much weight I have lost and how far I have come since March.

My 46th birthday is next month and it is cool to know that at 46 that I am in much better shape than I was at 36.

I also work out nearly every day.  I do some pretty intense workouts my favorites are Turbo Jam, Hip Hop Abs, Zumba, and workout DVD's by Billy Blanks Jr.

My arms are not longer fat looking and I am even starting to see some muscle tone in them.  My calves are also starting to show some muscle as well. I was a dancer in my up until my early 20's and I used to have really muscular legs.  I miss that, but I can see those muscles coming back as the fat disappears.

Sorry I don't mean to be bragging I am just so happy to have lost all of this weight and I feel so much better.  If I can do it anyone can.

Comments: 30

Ann L. Aug 24, 2011, 11:43am UTC
You have earned some bragging time. That's fantastic!
Congratulations on loosing weight. I have lost around 30 pounds and at a stand still. It feels awesome to loose weight.
Lera M. Aug 24, 2011, 11:47am UTC
I found out in March that I'm diabetic. Lost some weight then but have lost my enthusiasm.

Great going on your weight loss and I hope you can keep it off.
Pamela Marks Aug 24, 2011, 12:26pm UTC
No you should be bragging way to go it is time for a weight update on my end too. Great job Rae I am really proud of you.
Shirley B. Aug 24, 2011, 12:28pm UTC
Really happy for you. You have every right to be!
Mary McKinney Aug 24, 2011, 12:50pm UTC
You have the right to brag! Losing weight is hard and the fact that you're losing it and keeping it off is fabulous!
RedBird. B. Aug 24, 2011, 1:16pm UTC
Rae, This is Great! Way to Go! You are doing Great!
Sandy Moore Aug 24, 2011, 5:11pm UTC
That is great, Rae.
Darin Waugh Aug 24, 2011, 5:44pm UTC
Awesome!
May Xue Aug 24, 2011, 5:46pm UTC
You know you just want to sag your pants down like a gangster. hehe Hope you're husband gets a job soon.
Rae M. Aug 25, 2011, 11:58am UTC
That would be pretty funny. The soccer mom with pants under her butt.
Linda T. Aug 24, 2011, 5:49pm UTC
That is an awesome weight loss! Good for you! I have been trying to lose since June but it has been slow going...only lost 12 so far. I have been hitting the gym at least 4x per week and each workout is at least 45 minutes long. A few years ago I used to really enjoy doing the taebo workouts using his father's dvds. I am going to have to check out what Billy Jr has to offer.
Rae M. Aug 25, 2011, 12:01pm UTC
12 pounds is great too. Losing weight is really hard especially for us women. I like TaeBo two and Turbo Jam is kind of like that but combines the kick boxing with dancing and is more fun, it is very effective too. Billy Blanks Jr. is a very different instructor than his father, his routines are more dance based, I think they are really fun.
Rae M. Aug 25, 2011, 12:01pm UTC
OK, I meant I like Taebo too. Don't know why I typed two.
Carrie Marie P. Aug 24, 2011, 6:05pm UTC
BRAG AWAY my dear! Do you know how to tack (or take in) your pants? Look it up online and I am sure you'll have some youtube or e-how videos to show you how.
Congrats on the weight loss.. you're healthier and look better no doubt! :)
Rae M. Aug 25, 2011, 12:03pm UTC
I know a bit about it. I don't have a sewing machine though. I have a friend who is really good at sewing. I might ask her if she will take them in for me if I give her a few bucks.
Stephannie H. Aug 24, 2011, 7:39pm UTC
good luck to you
mary v. Aug 25, 2011, 12:50am UTC
Good for you!
Bernard C. Aug 25, 2011, 6:58am UTC
Sounds like you are on the right track - do keep it up and good luck with reaching your goals :-))
DarkBeauty 73 (Melanie) Aug 25, 2011, 1:03pm UTC
congrats.
Bloo P. Aug 25, 2011, 6:14pm UTC
Well done! Much better than I'm doing right now... lol ;p
Renee (Pres of Baby James Foundation) ~. Aug 25, 2011, 9:36pm UTC
Congrats
Amber C. Aug 26, 2011, 11:34pm UTC
That is awesome. Brag all you want!
Diane Huizenga Aug 28, 2011, 10:21am UTC
you should brag congrats
Adelaide M. Aug 28, 2011, 9:07pm UTC
Thanks for posting to Point Taken. Have a great night!
DIANE D. Aug 30, 2011, 12:03pm UTC
That's great!
Jan S. Aug 31, 2011, 1:09am UTC
Congratulations, Rae! ATWS
Holly K. Sep 7, 2011, 8:48pm UTC
Congrats Rae!!! I'm really proud of you!
Debbie T. Sep 10, 2011, 6:28pm UTC
brag all you want, you've earned bragging rights. Good for you on losing the weight and keep up the good work. Sept atws.
Renita P. Jun 2, 2012, 7:13pm UTC
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