Transformation of the Day: Rosie misplaced 47 kilos. Well being is her motivation, however she additionally wished to succeed in her weight reduction aim earlier than her milestone fiftieth birthday. She wrote to us from the UK to share how she took motion.
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I joined your Fb web page a few years in the past due to all of the inspiring tales. They helped a lot, so right here is my story.
My identify is Rosie. I’m 50 years previous and from the UK. I began my journey in January 2024 after feeling unwell for the previous couple of months of 2023. My physician wished to prescribe medicine, however I didn’t wish to take it. I wished to see if I may assist myself by dropping pounds.
I used to be on the heaviest I had ever been over 16st. (224 kilos) I additionally had ache in my hips. I discovered it troublesome to bend down to select issues up from the bottom, and I felt embarrassed to exit.
What was your motivation?
My motivation was that I might be celebrating my fiftieth birthday in December 2024, and I wished to appear and feel nice for that celebration.
I misplaced 4 stones (56 kilos) 10 years prior, however over time, I gained the load again. Nevertheless, I knew what to do to drop some weight. I ate smaller portion sizes and fewer carbs. I additionally drank loads of water, ate more healthy snacks, and moved extra.
I initially wished to lose 4 stones this time round, however I misplaced 2 and a half stones (35 kilos) between January and Might. I may match into garments I hadn’t worn in years and was pleased with that.
I went on vacation in June, and after that, I couldn’t discover my motivation once more till November, once I abruptly realized my birthday was solely eight weeks away. I felt I may give it one other push to lose between one other 7-14 lbs. I managed to realize it, but it surely wasn’t simple as a result of it was the start of the festive season. There was every kind of temptation all over the place.
What’s your beginning weight? What’s your present weight?
My beginning weight was 16st 3lbs. (227 kilos) My weight now could be 12st 12lbs. (180 kilos)
What’s your top?
My top is 5 ft, 6 inches.
What’s your exercise routine?
My foremost train is strolling. I discover it so therapeutic. I stroll for round an hour every day on Saturdays and Sundays. I additionally maintain energetic throughout the week by strolling somewhat than taking the bus or the automobile.
This time, my weight reduction journey has been completely different. This is my third time shedding a vital quantity of weight as an grownup. This time, I’ll maintain my eye on the ball and never slip again into dangerous habits that made me acquire the regain weight. I like to make use of an app to file my every day calorie consumption. I really feel so good now I’m not going again to the previous me!
What recommendation would you wish to share?
If you wish to drop some weight, don’t put it off. Do it now. There’s by no means a perfect time.
You’ll acquire a greater, more healthy life. Don’t take into consideration the time it would take to lose the load. The time goes to cross anyway!