tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post3927625538465712282..comments2024-01-12T05:15:38.548-06:00Comments on My Journey to Fit: It's a Choice?Shelleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-65631901292040191932011-07-03T06:54:15.068-05:002011-07-03T06:54:15.068-05:00Hang in there, Shelley. I've been there, and I...Hang in there, Shelley. I've been there, and I have gained all the weight back and I will be honest: it sucks. <br /><br />You inspire me so much every day, because even when you are knocked down you find a way to get back up. Yes you can't run and you miss everything about it, but you ARE still exercising and finding new ways to push yourself. Even if your heart isn't it, you aren't giving up. I think that's amazing.Kristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06166689210558948213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-62939499203487353602011-06-29T09:54:04.568-05:002011-06-29T09:54:04.568-05:00Oh, Shelley. I'm sorry. I totally understand t...Oh, Shelley. I'm sorry. I totally understand though. And I'm glad that you "keep it real" on your blog because we're not always chipper and happy about our situation 24/7. And this is a good place to vent.<br /><br />That being said, you look great. I think it every time I see a picture of you. But there's nothing wrong with wanting improve. I think with swimming and biking (and *ahem* watching the carbs) you'll get where you want to be.Kelly the Happy Texanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05141980277979631252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-75822422252804558792011-06-28T15:15:36.569-05:002011-06-28T15:15:36.569-05:00Yes, it sucks to be an out of control porker! I kn...Yes, it sucks to be an out of control porker! I know from experience. This was a well-written post. It was worth the deletes and start overs to read a well tuned post. But yeah, the whining has got to go. Go read that book about the guy who spent his entire life in an iron lung. That will help change your whine (wine!!! did someone say "wine?")Levihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07369763028982948026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-46806749119571715492011-06-28T10:11:02.307-05:002011-06-28T10:11:02.307-05:00I've been where you are for about two weeks no...I've been where you are for about two weeks now. My problem is - I can't get my head on straight. Lots of small steps forward and big steps back. All I know is to keep up the good fight.Darcy Wintershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13762044938727103931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-40442477501988505172011-06-28T10:04:43.656-05:002011-06-28T10:04:43.656-05:00Shelly,
Sorry to read that you are depressed beca...Shelly,<br /><br />Sorry to read that you are depressed because you are not losing the weight and not looking the way you want to look.<br /><br />Studies have shown that depression is a common side affect of not losing the desire weight. As you know losing weight it a long process that takes a lot of patience, dedication, and a complete lifestyle change. When an individual is not losing the desired amount of weight, depression can follow. You might consider reworking you diet as you mentioned, incorporating resistance training, and doing those things that make you feel good about weight loss. You indicated that you felt better about your weight loss when you were running.<br /><br />Finally, keep the faith and continue your weight loss journey. Instead of make weight loss goals, set goals like I am going to run X number of miles each day, I am going to eat X number of fruits and vegetables portions per day, and cut out all sugar from your diet. Make changes in you weight loss routine on a regular basis to keep your journey interesting.Larry Romeohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06845001067634292126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-25979665150300408372011-06-28T09:36:12.807-05:002011-06-28T09:36:12.807-05:00ohh Shelley, I understand you! I feel pretty much ...ohh Shelley, I understand you! I feel pretty much the same...<br />wish you the best! <br />PS: keep posting.. don´t care if are "whinning" post, or whatever you called them... It is always a pleasure to read you!<br />Marinawreckkkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12903631823792689287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-91705901959830774542011-06-28T09:16:28.053-05:002011-06-28T09:16:28.053-05:00I know exactly how you feel. After four months of...I know exactly how you feel. After four months of working at running again, I finally feel like a runner again.. but it takes forever to get back. <br /><br />Writing down how you feel lets you release it instead of letting it accumulate on your body as weight. If you haven't tried Denise Linn's Soul Coaching book, I would look into it. Will help you feel better.<br /><br />I am so glad that you are still swimming and as you said a few posts ago, your arms are starting to take shape.... we are just used to focusing on what we want to change and not what is actually changing.<br /><br />Big hugs from Europe.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06958607316582695051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-21954491388170433472011-06-27T22:32:10.661-05:002011-06-27T22:32:10.661-05:00"I know it gets old to read the same old whin..."I know it gets old to read the same old whiny posts without wanting to tell that person to shut up and just do something different." ....Way too close for comfort. IT IS SO NOT YOU....as for me??? uhm??? yes??Lauriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07916464882158313685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-63849133831453221602011-06-27T21:08:55.306-05:002011-06-27T21:08:55.306-05:00Hang in there. I am thinking about you. Always.Hang in there. I am thinking about you. Always.Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01542230897888388433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-7409164492507220712011-06-27T20:14:03.823-05:002011-06-27T20:14:03.823-05:00Shelley, No more complaining, you can do it. You h...Shelley, No more complaining, you can do it. You have made so much progress and have inspired me.<br /><br />Look get a new outfit, dye your hair red and lets emphasize the possitive. <br /><br />Yes, you CAN DO IT!Sistergirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15953555977790444949noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-91229244592442319602011-06-27T17:31:29.933-05:002011-06-27T17:31:29.933-05:00I can't add any words of wisdom. I know how yo...I can't add any words of wisdom. I know how you are feeling though.Katie J ♥https://www.blogger.com/profile/15076043147542620428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-35038026824628873162011-06-27T17:03:04.411-05:002011-06-27T17:03:04.411-05:00Shelley! All of a sudden I remembered it was Mond...Shelley! All of a sudden I remembered it was Monday and I didn't check your blog first thing this morning. Ack! Old age..its setting in even before I am officially retired!<br /><br />Anyway, I think you know I totally relate. TOTALLY. Seems like a lot of us are going through this right now. Will this make you feel better?--you don't have to be depressed about the 'old lady wrinkly skin' yet.debbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17967505760808535408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-1527650083073162582011-06-27T16:50:59.009-05:002011-06-27T16:50:59.009-05:00Oh Shelley,you are just being real and that's ...Oh Shelley,you are just being real and that's what is so wonderful about you and why so many of us 'connect' with you. I KNOW how frustrating it is to have circumstances put up road blocks to our goals and even to the things we love in our daily life. No comfort I know but if I've been able to just keep going then I have NO DOUBT that you can do the same. It will change. Hugs.Sandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14970731228348143635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-45342034205024822362011-06-27T15:36:50.444-05:002011-06-27T15:36:50.444-05:00I too am not in the best place with my body right ...I too am not in the best place with my body right & I keep wishing there was some magical quick fix, but there isn't. What's working for me? Clean eating, sweat sessions and yoga (lots of yoga because I leave there feeling SO strong and awesome.).<br /><br />Are you strength training at all? I know you have to be carefully of your ankle, but I would search self.com and fitnessmagazine.com for low stress leg workouts. You could still do all the same ab/arm workouts like pushups and jackknives and that will rev your metabolism. :) Also, drink lots of water!! :) Hugs Shelley - your body is adapting to your new workout routine.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-40764907444808053532011-06-27T15:31:55.562-05:002011-06-27T15:31:55.562-05:00There's nothing better than just putting it ou...There's nothing better than just putting it out there... :-)<br /><br />And I am with you on the zits and the hair, although mine has turned into something like sheep wool or something...I call it premenopause hair!<br /><br />And then there's "feeling" fat because my back hurts..which, for some reason, makes it hard to hold my stomach in.<br /><br />Yeah...I feel (a little) better now. I hope you do too! :-)~Karen C.L. Anderson~https://www.blogger.com/profile/12079770255834481857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-36409942631128971972011-06-27T15:17:33.399-05:002011-06-27T15:17:33.399-05:00We all feel this feelings sometimes. I hear you an...We all feel this feelings sometimes. I hear you and I know how it is to be frustrated and depressed, even if it is a little. You are on the right track and doing what you can. That's fine. And never apologize for being honest. It's what we love about you. :)Dr. Fat To Fithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14954538312143531261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-14840458716673885212011-06-27T13:09:39.186-05:002011-06-27T13:09:39.186-05:00Shelley - I know its so dissapointing that you can...Shelley - I know its so dissapointing that you can't do what you really want to do which is run.<br /><br />BUT, check out www.bodyforlife.com<br /><br />I did it a number of years ago and one thing that stuck in my head from it is the only way to change the shape of your body is through resistance exercise. If you are shaped like an apple and do only cardio - you'll be a smaller apple. You don't need special equipment, most of the exercises can be done at home.jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17084523464130876230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-86967762380300161532011-06-27T12:54:14.606-05:002011-06-27T12:54:14.606-05:00First of all you don't complain a lot! This is...First of all you don't complain a lot! This is your blog and you can write what you want. I appreciate you being honest instead of acting like nothing is the matter. <br /><br />It's kind of funny that you write this post now because it is exactly how I'm feeling. The difference however is that you are doing everything in your power and I don't (yet). But I am depressed about my body too. I didn't let R. take much pictures of me this vacation because I don't like myself right now. <br /><br />So I'm going to take Lori's advice too and hopefully you do too. You can get out of this and you will. Just keep looking forward, you can do this and so can I. Together we can! If you want to chat about it, you know my email. <br /><br />Love you Shelley and big hug for you. You are still one of my biggest inspirations!Franhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10287705328335828286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-91796093512015301942011-06-27T12:30:49.230-05:002011-06-27T12:30:49.230-05:00Awww! So sorry you have the blues Shelley. So un...Awww! So sorry you have the blues Shelley. So understandable, I guess we all have our ups and downs. Hope it passes soon and that you see yourself more as we see you (gorgeous, funny, an inspiration, etc, etc)again VERY soon! Take care!!! Paco, give Mom a hug, she needs it today!!!Roz @ weightingfor50https://www.blogger.com/profile/01170490131384171109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-80911288317350619172011-06-27T12:06:59.419-05:002011-06-27T12:06:59.419-05:00Precious You - Maybe that's just The Crazy Bra...Precious You - Maybe that's just The Crazy Brain just a-whispering in your ear. Happens sometimes when we are tired and stuff.<br />Really, you have been going through alot of emotional (and physical) things lately!<br /><br />I hope it passes soon. And you can get back to a more rational <i>and happily realistic</i> view of yourself.<br /><br />I am teaching myself to learn the difference, and walk past the belligerence of my ego....kinda like we Phatties all had to learn to walk past cake and ice cream! Like a False Craving!<br /><br />Sorry if my comments sounds silly and Pollyanna-Like...I hope the message comes across.. can't find the right words!Anne Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10435482289459434828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-52082466921077101152011-06-27T11:18:23.739-05:002011-06-27T11:18:23.739-05:00Sorry you are feeling bummed about so many legitim...Sorry you are feeling bummed about so many legitimate issues. It's good that you can express your feelings by writing - not that writing makes those things go away but it does help with coping.<br /><br />Thanks for sharing - honestly. I feel or have felt the same about my age, skin, weight loss rate, my thighs (my boobs, my arms, my face...) Misery really doesn't love company. I just appreciate your willingness to be so blunt about feelings. <br /><br />That said, here is a Texas-sized virtual hug for a wonderful person (no advice, promise).<br /><br />JanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-53327769001546841892011-06-27T11:01:52.358-05:002011-06-27T11:01:52.358-05:00It just makes you human Shelley! You are doing al...It just makes you human Shelley! You are doing all the right things. You'll tighten up in no time :)Tinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13857836351568153432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-78131950031449206242011-06-27T10:22:28.735-05:002011-06-27T10:22:28.735-05:00You have truly transformed your life! I have a lot...You have truly transformed your life! I have a lot of admiration and respect for you and what you have done. Big changes. And I think it is normal to cycle through down times occasionally. I do hope you feel better very soon. The lifestyle you are living will help pull you out of that funk, but in the meantime, be kind to yourself and know you are an awesome person just the way you are.Lynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06926887495148083672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-37903975721566297002011-06-27T09:53:33.236-05:002011-06-27T09:53:33.236-05:00I supplement the pool with cycling and weight trai...I supplement the pool with cycling and weight training and that helps me firm up... also aqua exercise classes that are lead specifically work on core muscle groups and talk to you about alignment and avoiding injury in the pool... If you get bored and one of this is offered...take it. They have one here that is set against the current in a a lazy river at one of the rec pools and it is no piece of cake let me tell you.xhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12346245087447662377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-48089159711584162982011-06-27T09:00:05.720-05:002011-06-27T09:00:05.720-05:00Yep, been there, done that. Everyone goes through...Yep, been there, done that. Everyone goes through peaks and valleys - mine was last week, even if I didn't talk about it as much on my blog.<br /><br />I am a slow weight loss person too, but I just have to keep on keeping on - I know my daily choices will eventually get me where I want to be, even if it isn't as fast as I would like it to be.<br /><br />Hugs!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com