Why are you trying to be healthy or lose weight?
Because I realized that the earth doesn't revolve around me and what I want, there are people who care about me and want me to stick around as long as I possibly can, and I'm going to try and oblige them. I also want to set a good example for my daughters. They are only 2 years and 8 months old at present, and I'm going to show them healthy while they're still impressionable enough to pick up on it.
What is your recent getting healthy, weight loss goal(s)?
I'd like to be able to run a 5k, but hurt my knee running on the ice this winter and haven't been able to run the same since. So I've changed that to running 1 mile on a treadmill. My current weight loss goal is to get under 200. It's been forever since my weight started with a 1.
What prompted you to get healthier and/or lose weight?
Mostly it was the birth of my second daughter. I'm not sure why, but it seemed to be a wake up call for me. Like "Hey there, you have two little people who are looking to you to be around for them. Don't you want to see them grow up and give you grandkids?!"
What is your favorite exercise or activity?
I really enjoy running, but I haven't been able to truly run in a long time. My favorite activity to do at my current weight is dancing. It's fun, and I get to be creative.
What is your favorite healthy snack or treat?
Yogurt. I LOVE yogurt. Put some fresh berries on top of it and it's amazing. Occasionally I add a dab of Lite Cool Whip as well. Sooo yummy.
What support do you have outside of 3FC to help you achieve your goals?
My hubby, who is trying his best to help out. And my kids, who somehow know just when to say to me "Mommy, you pretty!"
Has anyone ever made fun of you or said things to you about your weight/size?
Oh heck yeah. In high school a guy friend told me I had huge legs. I honestly think he meant it as a compliment (like as in I had muscular legs) but it hurt. I've been made fun of for my weight since grade school tho, my little brother and sister used to call me fat all the time.
What is one of the fun things you've done even though you were overweight?
Going to the lake and swimming, going down the water slide, laying out on the big raft in the middle of the lake, going tubing, running around the beach... All in my swimsuit.