2009 will be different!

[Shasta]

I can't wait to get back to Disney. My DW and DD went in Jan of 2008 after loosing some weight. I am in such better shape, I can't weight...! Ha!

We have been to Disney five times since my DD was born. She is now 9 and all but the last time, I remember being concerned with being able to show them a good time, while not holding them back because of my limitations due to my weight/health.

Last summer, my doctor told me he would have to add another BP med because I had maxed out the one I was taking. Something hit home and I began to work harder to live more healthy. I bought a bike and stuck to healthy eating. (NOT A DIET) I can eat healthy for life, I don't want to diet for life! I now ride 100-150 miles a week and am still loosing weight. I am now loosing it much faster naturaly but that is to be expected. I can't wait to get back to Disney in June of 2009 (Booked) and let me concern be if my DW and DD can keep up with me!
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a2/pshasta/Oneyearweightloss.jpg

[Tiger Lily 03]

Congratulations on your achievement!

You are really doing it! Thank you for sharing your story. It is true that it is not something to consider using the "D" word, rather a lifestyle choice of healthy eating.

Amazing picture comparison.

[Raenstoirm]

That is awesome! What an achievement.

[PRINCESS VIJA]

Congratulations!!!! You look awesome! Way to go on working on being healthy, the rewards are going to be endless now.:thumbsup2

[Shasta]

Thank you all! As you all know, it is a day by day commitment and I never take it lightly. I still have some to loose. I want to get down below 200. If I see 199.9 one time, I'll freak out! I spent 8 years over 300 so that is my big goal. With winter here and my bike collecting dust, I'll not see it until next summer but that is ok. Dropping BP and cholesterol meds alone was a prize!

Never give up, it can be done!

[lisaviolet]

Fantastic! :thumbsup2 You look great.

[FireDancer]

Great job! I agree whole-heartedly that having an active healthy lifestyle is much better than going on a diet, it sounds so much more permanent. Keep it up. I also think it is such a great example for your kids.

[ohMom]

AWESOME! thanks for posting the pics -- you look fantastic!!

[perfectmatch300]

Shasta, you're doing great! I hope you find something to replace those miles on the bike over the winter to keep you going. I'm sure your WDW experienve will be way different than it was before because you will be able to get around so much better. Keep up the good work and keep us posted.