As I begin writing my 2nd annual New Year’s Resolution post, I would like to quote the editor from “Women’s Health
Magazine”: “Confidence is the key to success, because every transformation starts with the belief that you can make good things happen for yourself.”
Last year, after beginning my weightless blog, I lost a total of 40 pounds. Around Easter, I found Myself
getting a little jaded and burned out. My blogging dwindled along
with my weight loss. Now that am full circle I must confess that I
have GAINED about 13 pounds. I am not proud if this but must admit
that part of may weight gain was due to justification by exercise.
I can now run a 5-k but will guiltlessly indulge in a few slices of
Pizza afterward. On occasion that is ok, but my over indulging was
turning into a daily regimen. Hence the poundage. Poundage on the
pavement ironically lead to poundage on me. Granted my weight
increased these past two weeks because I stopped running due to my
demanding holiday schedule. The fact of the matter is that I still
love the taste of all foods and often eat for entertainment. The
drinking of my 64+ ounces of water a day has also subsided. I have
indeed fallen off of the wagon. BUT what are resolutions for!? To
resolve one’s self, of course! And that is what I aim to do. I am
here to say that despite my recent failed efforts, I will somehow
muster up the confidence to try try again. Will I stick with my
previous goal in reaching a size 10? I’m honestly afraid to commit
to that…let’s take baby steps. I am excited to hop back on the
wagon. I feel that with my new found love for running plus eating
healthy, drinking plenty of water and the plethora of fitness aps I
have on my iPhone, I should have no excuse for failing! I will
succeed and I will appreciate any support the readers I may or may
not have can give me! I hope to inspire one person that may inspire
another. We can do this, friends. Yes…we… Will! Happy New Year!
Here’s to do-overs.
Hey Amanda! Just seeing your blog. I’m right here with you with the running and weight loss do overs! Sadly it’s been a few MONTHS (like 3!!!) since I have ran, but I’m going to get right back into a schedule! Thanks for the update and the encouragement! Good luck!!!!!
Thanks Natalie!!! Good luck
Hmmm. Lose 40 gain 13. It sounds like you lost 27 pounds in 2010. You met your resolution for last year. A hard thing to do, so Congrats!
Hey Amanda! I don’t know if you remember me or not. we met last year at g-street. but, anyway just wanted to send a little encouragement your way. When I need an extra lift, I turn to 1 Corinthians 9:24-27. It’s really helpful!
Yes, of course I remember you! You have the same name as my best Friend! Thanks forth encouragement! I read that verse today…and may continue to read it before each run! You should read the English Standard Version…very eloquent!