Back on track

So...this week I have worked out four times already. If I make it to the gym tomorrow, it will be 5...which is my usual regime. I also got my butt kicked by a trainer 2 times this week. I feel like my old self. 60 lbs....here I comE!!!!!!

My Testimony

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re-claiming my goals!

So, here is the story. Most of you know that I set out to lose 100 lbs on February 15th,2008. With the help of my amazing trainer (Lori Paris) and GOD, I had lost 80 lbs by Christmas of 2008. I was eating right and working out like crazy (and I loved every minute of it). I managed to keep the weight off and keep working out at a steady pace, but I hit a plateau around January 2009. Without the funds to support it, I had to stop working with my trainer. Then, life happened! I moved to Atlanta in July and was told by Gold's Gym that my membership would not transfer to Atlanta. I was told that I had to pay $50 to cancel it, and fax some non-sense off to some unknown place...which is something I just didn't do. I felt like it was just cheaper to have my membership fee come out...until I was in a better financial position. I weighed myself yesterday, and realized I had gained some weight since moving to Atlanta. Though my cloths still fit, I can tell I am not where I was at my lowest (last Christmas). I made a conscious effort to reneew my goals and re-claim my dreams today. Something told me to call the Gold's Gym in Atlanta, one last time, to see if there wasn't something I could do (because I HATE walking outside, like I have been doing since I moved here). Come to find out, it's a simple process and things are being taken care of right now as we speak. A nice man said that he will "work it out" for me today, and he was very excited that I was working toward such a lofty goal. I am headed there in about an hour...(smiles) I feel like I am shaming the devil right now! He tried so hard to keep me down, stress me out, and make me go crazy since I have followed God's lead to come to Atlanta. I have spent too much time living my life on hold since I have been here...waiting for A to happen before I take care of B, C, and D. Not anymore. I am reclaiming my goals today...starting with this note. This note is an accountability tactic...you are need to hold me accountable to my actions! If you see I am on here..ask me if I have worked out today! Ask me how my eating has been. Ask me if I have lost anything yet this week. You'll be helping me...trust me! Thanks for reading and as always, thanks for your prayers! Danielle

Anyone out there?

Hey everyone,

DO I still have readers?

I have been off the charts on this blog for a while! I recently moved to Atlanta to pursue my dreams of going to graduate school. My weight loss has taken a back seat, since I have been stressing out about finding a JOB. I want to start blogging again very soon. Hope to hear from you all so I know you're still out there.

It's time to get back on track and keep moving along toward that 100+ lbs!!!!!

Phat Teacher

Looking back

I just posted a blog, but instead of closing out this page, I decided to look back on all my old posts.
WOW! If this is something you have never done, do it TODAY! I can't believe how far I have come.

I started this weight lost journey on February 15th, 2008. I didn't know if I could or would be successful. Here is what I did know: I was unhappy, I was lonely, I was literally alone, and I needed to do something. I had no idea that making the changes I made then would be such a monumental move toward the woman I will eventually be.

80ish lbs lighter and I have learned more about myself, by losing part of myself. I know that I am capable of SO much more than I give myself credit for. I know I have strength that can push past pain. I know that every single day I will have to make the choice to keep doing this. I know that the way I eat and the workouts that I do need to stick with me for the rest of my life. I know there is much more that I need to know....

I have come so far, and yet still feel like I have a long way to go. I will press on; I will survive. Most importantly, I will remember that I have worth that surpasses any number on any scale. I am not 217lbs...I am ME....all of ME...and someone will love every ounce of what I have to offer. I am simply hoping that I have fewer ounces to offer very soon...HAHHA

Whew...glad I re-read my old posts. It was refreshing!
Be Blessed,
Phat Teacher

WOw

It's been a while, but i felt like checking in!
I'm still working hard at this weight loss, but it gets harder with time. Ive lost 80 lbs, and then gained a few, but overall i have done a great job of continually working out 4-5 times a week.
I have also kept up on my eating, which is SO important. I currently want to lose about 20ish lbs....so I am still on task! I have started running, which is something I NEVER thought I would like, but I actually love it. If I keep this up, I hope to run a marathon by my 30th bday (a little under 5 years from now).
I know it's been a while, but thank you for all your support and well wishes! I know you're all doing an amazing job, so keep up the great work!!!!!!!!!
PT

OMG- where did I go?

Hey all!

I am so sorry I haven't posted in forever! My life has been a whirlwind since September. I went on a mission trip to Costa Rica, I have moved to a new apartment and my life has entered into a new season.
I have lost 76lbs and can't believe it! I am entering the part of weightloss that really gets hard-the last 24 lbs. Any ideas? Any motivation?
It's hard to believe I am this close and feel ike I am struggling for the first time....

Miss you all!

PT