27f 5'5'' SW: 215 CW: ~162 GW: 149.9 desk job, but workout 5x week
Howdy everyone - my weightloss journey has been something. Topped the scale at 215, and immediately (after seeing a photo of myself wherein I did not recognize my own body) started changing habits to get down to about 175. Over the past two years I have lost another 15 or so. More important to me is that I am more active than ever before in my life. I am running 12-16 miles a week, currently training for a half marathon (which could be going better...), and am seeing a personal trainer 2 days a week to increase overall strength. Most days - I feel pretty amazing and strong.
I got down to about 155 after a Whole30 in April, which is VERY close to my goal weight of 150, but this summer I have been vacationing, and drinking, and indulging basically every week without exception. I've been keeping extremely active but my weight's nudged its way up toward 163-165 on my bad days.
I will continue running 4x week, and the strength 2x week. I am re-committing myself toward portion control/calorie counting for the fall so that I can shave off these summer lbs and carve out my ideal body. Is this realistic - to be at goal weight by winter while getting shredded? I am challenged with frequent hunger, particularly when I am exercising, and it will lead me toward eating anything nearby instead of carefully planned meals. Additionally, I like to indulge in a cocktail(s) or glass of wine(s) a few nights a week... I know this is a habit I should change, but I've been putting it off and putting it off. I like food that is good for me (I also like food that is "bad" for me)... but it's not always super easy to have it more readily available than the not-the-best-choice.
For me, it has been important over the past few months to not obsess about CICO or net carbs or sugar or fiber or protein because it consumes all of my thoughts. Like... it puts this filter on how I view all foods and leads to pretty intense food shame when I eat something out of compliance with my chosen food filter. I want to balance my desire to obtain this ideal body shape and also be realistic and patient with myself in creating sustainable habits. I'm also fearful that letting down my guard in this way to make room for my life-happiness and fulfillment has resulted in this weight gain.
Any advice on this final cut would be hugely appreciated -- I'm looking forward to the day when I'm asking for maintenance advice.
Thanks team for the support and community xxoo
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