Went swimming today and glanced at myself in my swimsuit in the mirror. I was compelled to take a picture then I went back in my photos on my phone. Found this picture of when I first got this swimsuit. I was 280 pounds in the left picture, in the right picture which was taken today I weighed 212. My advice for anyone on a weight loss journey is to take progress photos! Even if you hate what you look like in the mirror someday you will be happy to have these photos to help share your journey with other people! At my high weight of 295 my waist measured 55”. Today I’m down to a 41” waist. This has been a long journey but I wanted to share a bit of my story. 2 years ago I was diagnosed with postural Orthostatic tachycardia syndrome or other wise known as POTS. I had to use a cane when walking just to keep my balance. Today I’m able to walk over 3 miles without stopping with no cane or assistance device. My next goal is to start jogging. I’m still a little over 40 pounds to my goal weight but I’m learning to enjoy the journey.

Forgot I took pics of mine and my sons food today yum 😋

My 16-week weight loss update. Crazy. I don't count calories and I do cardio 4 days a week.

I’m so excited; I have lost the 20lbs I gained last year and I am officially back in the 170s! I celebrated by treating myself to some new workout clothes because Athleta was having a sale (and who can afford that ish full priced? Lol). So proud of all of the progress you all are making out there too!

Today I made my first comparison in the same clothes. And I wanna thank you all, that this is such a save space for me that I post this. It isnot much of a difference but more than I thought. 8kg down. And I started with Yoga again. At the moment only relaxing stuff to get some energy back. But at least I am doing sports again.

Also I have a walking pad and plan on starting with half an hour while working.

So after almost 4 month I am still on this journey ???????????? That already is a win for me.

We haven’t talked about Non-Scale Victories for a while, and I know you have them!

As the pressure of making our goal for this game gets stronger, it’s important to remember that the scale doesn’t tell the whole story.

Also, as things come up in life, it’s important to pat ourselves on the back for good habits we are keeping up with, challenges we are overcoming, and just making it through the day.

You are all incredible, and you’re doing a wonderful job. You deserve a pat on the back! I hope you all can find some small victories to give yourself credit for, and please share them with us below.