Paul and I have lost some weight since last fall. In fact, about 20 lbs. each. We still have more to go but I can say that we aren't burnt out, our cravings aren't out of control and we aren't eating weird food. We have discovered our own weight loss program and guarantee that I will work for anyone who needs to get to a healthy weight. People are noticing and I have to admit it feels good. Many people have asked what diet we are doing. In the past we did South Beach but the cravings took us DOWN after the initial 2 weeks. We've join gyms with circuit training and other "guaranteed" programs. And let's face it, some of the stuff out there is down right dangerous and unhealthy.
I believe everyone has to find what works for them. Just get healthy! Sooo, do you want to know what has worked for us? Do you really want to know our secret? Lean in close, closer, closer... I can tell you the acronym to make it sound official
GAG ESEC (no gag does not refer to any type of eating disorder). Are you ready for this earth shattering new idea? Here it is:
Get
A
Grip
Exercise and
Stop
Eating
Crap
That's it! It's not a new idea, it's a lifestyle changing one. It's not fast, but after a while it is addictive and your body feels so much healthier. We all know what needs to be done, we just lack the will power to do it. And you have to do both exercise and eating right for it to work. Some programs claim you can eat anything and everything you want and still lose weight, there's a lie in ther somewhere! We live in a world of quick easy fixes, but we all know that lasting change takes time, effort, and will power. We decided it was time to change our present and our future. Paul ran a 10k last week and is gearing up for a half marathon on Memorial day. I am so proud of him. We want to be able to keep up with our kids and enjoy being active. We want to teach them healthy life habits. For the future, we want unlimited possibilities for travel. We want to be eligible for missionary service in any part of the world without health restrictions. We want to plan for and enjoy the future.
3 comments:
What a fun blog. I like your kids cute sayings on the sidebar. My hubs and I are on the same eating program. Feels good and in control.
Stopped by from MMB.
This is awesome Brooke! I have to admit I kind of rolled my eyes when I read your title of "New weight loss program" because I think all those fad diets out there are so silly. It really does have to be a lifestyle change, and it sounds like you guys are doing such a great job at being healthy for the right reasons and in the right way! Good for you!
Great job Brooke! I thought you looked thinner when I was at your house the other day, but never got to mention it. I love the acronym. I think you are really onto something. I've been thinking I need to try it. The exercise is going well. The Not Eating Crap is harder for me. That's my next goal.
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