I panicked.
I have been the same weight since 1996. (or that's what I tell myself)
I'm a liar.
I have weighed less, considerably less.
Mayo clinic is who I've been dealing with and they have a valid point. Even though I think that people heavier than me have had knee replacement.
I had to come up with a plan. I know that I suck at doing it on my own. I have been set in my eating ways for a long time. I drink regular Coke like it's going out of style. I eat Hostess crap. I love my chips and burgers.
Well, most of the previous paragraph should be in past tense.
I joined weight watchers about two weeks ago. I have to say that it is working so far. I am down 12 pounds.
I am surprised at myself and how well I have adjusted my eating habits. I feel better. I reach for fruit instead of cookies. I drink flavored water. (Shout out to Crush for the flavor packets) I eat chicken and shrimp.
I have met my first weight loss goal and had my weight certified by my doctor to send to Mayo Clinic. Honestly, I cried when I got on the scale. I didn't think I could do it.
Now I am seeing how far I can go with this. I secretly struggle with my self image. Maybe it is just time.
Weight Watchers suggests that we have a "why" for wanting to be healthier.
My "why" was my knee surgery but now my "why" is for me.
