Let’s Get Physical

Obese weight loss and healthy lifestyle journey. SW: 280lbs. GW: 150lbs.

[cookieleigh]

Day 6

My whole body was starting to hurt. Not my muscles, but my joints. My bones ached today. I was exhausted. So I ate pretty healthy (I was doing good until I inhaled a turkey sandwich right before bed), and relaxed a little.

I dunno how rest days work and if that was the right call, but it felt needed. And the best part is - I’m okay with it. It felt good.

Also - it’s weird to be back on tumblr. Wasn’t expecting Supernatural to still be taking over another ten years later. Why are there SO many manscaped ads? Also, what have I done to get all this targeted Catholic content???? I’m not catholic!

[cookieleigh]

Day Five

Lazy Sunday but I still closed my rings! I can relax and still meet my goals. Went a little over my calorie budget but we had a little cheat meal.

[cookieleigh]

Day 4

Went on another walk with the goodest pupper today! I've never walked so consistently before and I'm proud of myself! I'm only walking a mile or so, but it's a lot for me. You have to start somewhere I guess. Just walking has my heart rate up to 180bpm!

These hello fresh meals are saving my life right now honestly. I haven't consistently been eating anything fresh that's not made of bread or covered on cheese in ages. Again - it's a start! I make sure to get meals with lots of veggies. My stomach feels much better as well.

I'm exhausted but in a good way.

[cookieleigh]

Day Three

Started my new dog walking gig and I was DYING. But I did it for the sweetest goodest pupper and he kept me motivated! I’m freaking exhausted. Small salad and small toastie for lunch, and a Hello Fresh for dinner (not sponsored but I’m open to it HF OKAY??)

Closed those ring! Stayed in calorie range! Good day three!

[cookieleigh]

Day Two

I got a job walking my friends new dog once a day! We live in the same apartment complex, so I can go after I’m done with work! It’s a great excuse for me to get out of the house and bonus accountability! I can’t let that sweet baby down. Look at me go!

I also DESPERATELY wanted to order pizza after a long day of work. I even opened the app and put my order in the cart. I had a few Hello Fresh meals in the fridge, and I realized - what am I doing??? Cooked a healthy dinner instead.

I’ve always turned my nose at meal kit delivery - I’m an amazing cook! I can cook the same meal for way cheaper! But guess what! I DONT. There’s the rub. Having the meals so convenient is so TEMPTING that I HAVE to cook them instead of ordering takeout because the annoying thing is… they’re delicious too. Ugh. (This is not a sponsored post - but if Hello Fresh is reading this, I’m interested)

I’m proud of myself today!

[cookieleigh]

Day One

This is a hard picture for me to look at, and even harder to post. This is 275 lbs.

 For the longest time, I didn’t think it had gotten that bad. I was a little heavy, sure. I’d look at the number on the scale and think “this is only temporary”. I’d watch an episode of The Simpsons and Homer would get on the scale and the joke would be such a HIGH number and I’d think... well I weigh more than that, why is that funny?

I get winded walking around my apartment now. When did that happen? I look at a set of stairs and wince because I know how hard and fast my heart is going to be beating once I get to the top - and it scares me.

It’s time to make a change. I refuse to live like this anymore. I don’t recognize this person. I am tired of being tired. Everyone says that! I understand why.

I’m probably going to beat myself up for not being perfect, but my therapist says that as long as I do my BEST every day - whatever that means for me - then it counts. I’m going to try to work on that.

Thanks for letting me post this journey on the internet. I feel like if it’s out there, I’m not doing it on my own.

Goals:

Close my Apple Watch rings every day. 700/30/12

Monitor calorie intake (this is only because right now I struggle with recognizing how much I am actually eating! I hope that this will change because it’s tedious and I hate it)

Drink 2 Liters of water/day

Day 1 Update: We did that shit!

[cookieleigh]

Made some creamy Tuscan chicken and roasted asparagus for dinner tonight. Won’t be able to have this again for a while so indulging a little. My stomach is protesting already. Worth it.

With how much cleaning I did today, I feel like I probably burnt it off. I’ve never been so tired in my life.

[cookieleigh]

Week One Goals

Food:

Meal Plan and Prep!

No eating out/ fast food

Exercise:

Close Apple Watch Activity Rings.

Move: 700 Exercise: 30 Stand: 12

Sleep:

8 Hours

Self-Care:

 Brushing/Flossing 2x Day

Shower Every Day

Skincare Routine Every Day

Meditate Every Morning

Drink 2 Liters of water per day

[cookieleigh]

Day -1

Tomorrow is a holiday and I’m having a big family meal, so today will be a prep day, tomorrow will be a day to enjoy, and Monday will be Day 0.

 Working from home has been a blessing and a curse. My activity has been almost non-existent, so we’re starting off with small goals.

After work today I’m going to go grocery shopping, do some cleaning, and self-care!

[cookieleigh]

Hello! My name is Leigh! I didn’t start struggling with my weight and health until my mid-twenties when I went through some trauma and struggled with some mental health issues. I’m now 31 years old, and getting to a turning point. I’m fast approaching 300 lbs, and that is not how I want to live my life.

I’m hoping that by documenting my journey here, and surrounding myself with like-minded individuals, I can stay motivated and encouraged.  Feel free to comment, message, follow etc!