Hi. I’m Summer from Connecticut, a 55 year old Teacher, married 26 years, one daughter, 22.
I just started a new weight loss program, right before Christmas, no less, and right after falling and spraining my shoulder plus irritating my bad knees. Crazy, right? I can’t exercise. I can’t go to work or even drive. Homebound and would LOVE to binge on chocolate chip cookies and hot cocoa as I admire the snowy winter wonderland outside.
Normally, I would indulge with my myriad of excuses: snow day; Christmastime; boredom; I deserve it; I am in pain. Not this time. Instead I downloaded the app and got started on a Sunday (not a Monday?) and I am already down 5 pounds. I know it’s all water weight, but it’s better than putting on another 5 while I feel sorry for myself.
Last time in WDW, I needed to use a wheelchair because of a torn meniscus and arthritis in my knees. We are returning in June, and I thought that perhaps if I could drop 75 pounds or even 50 by then I might not need the wheelchair.
So I am going to give it a shot.
The hardest part right now is that there are goodies everywhere, and getting through the holidays will be tough especially when I start my baking for family. I am determined to enjoy Christmas Eve and Day without going overboard. I refuse to deny myself some treats, but I also plan on using some self-control.
I am glad I found this thread.