6 Month Update
Posted: Mon Oct 04, 2010 8:53 pm
I posted my original story here: http://everydaysystems.com/bb/viewtopic.php?t=6562
I lost 60 lbs (roughly) over the course of 9 months in time for my wedding day. After receiving so many messages about people who felt encouraged with me sharing my BED (Binge Eating Disorder) story and several requests, I thought I would update.
Technically we've only been married 5 1/2 months, but now is the time to update because I just found out I'm pregnant!
Back to the weight loss. I have managed to keep off EVERY SINGLE POUND for the past 5 1/2 months. Actually every time my weight slides up a little, I just stick strictly to no-S and it comes right back down. I don't let myself go over my high weight and things have been huncky, dorie.
I have been more relaxed with no-S since being married (and not being worried about wearing a huge white dress in front of everyone). Relaxed in that I'll eat 5 or 6 warm baked cookies instead of the strict 2 ... etc ... I don't let myself binge or go buck wild (normally) either.
I'm also a full time grad student and that adds a lot of stress. But I've managed.
I have found that everytime I think "Oh I'll try this new thing or that new thing" I end up gaining weight and coming back to No-S.
The #1 thing I can say about no-s is that it has helped me overcome the emotional beating of having an eating disorder. I still binge occasionally (really very occasionally) but it's the guilt and self-hate that I no longer have that is awesome. Oh, and maintaing the weight is not too bad either.
Pregnancy weight I am going to play by ear (and doctor, and logic). Now is a time for me to begin healthyfully gaining weight. Those are two words I would have never put together before.
Without no-s I know I would be so worried about weight and other stupidity when I am so blessed to be having a baby and should be thinking about the babies health and well-being.
If you want to check out my blog (which I talk about food occasionally, but it's more personal) check it out at www.avirtuouswife.com
Finally, I am also feeling comfortable enough to share before/after pics.
So i give you before at 5'7 1/2" & 212 lbs:
And on my honemoon at 5'7 1/2" & 155 lbs (current weight):
Again, if anyone wants to contact me about BED or whatever. Please feel free to! (I don't check here too often so if I don't respond back try my blog or ask for my e-mail, which I check regulalry)
Thanks again for making this simple, awesome plan which I know is going to lead to a lifetime of health for my family.
-Ashleigh
I lost 60 lbs (roughly) over the course of 9 months in time for my wedding day. After receiving so many messages about people who felt encouraged with me sharing my BED (Binge Eating Disorder) story and several requests, I thought I would update.
Technically we've only been married 5 1/2 months, but now is the time to update because I just found out I'm pregnant!
Back to the weight loss. I have managed to keep off EVERY SINGLE POUND for the past 5 1/2 months. Actually every time my weight slides up a little, I just stick strictly to no-S and it comes right back down. I don't let myself go over my high weight and things have been huncky, dorie.
I have been more relaxed with no-S since being married (and not being worried about wearing a huge white dress in front of everyone). Relaxed in that I'll eat 5 or 6 warm baked cookies instead of the strict 2 ... etc ... I don't let myself binge or go buck wild (normally) either.
I'm also a full time grad student and that adds a lot of stress. But I've managed.
I have found that everytime I think "Oh I'll try this new thing or that new thing" I end up gaining weight and coming back to No-S.
The #1 thing I can say about no-s is that it has helped me overcome the emotional beating of having an eating disorder. I still binge occasionally (really very occasionally) but it's the guilt and self-hate that I no longer have that is awesome. Oh, and maintaing the weight is not too bad either.
Pregnancy weight I am going to play by ear (and doctor, and logic). Now is a time for me to begin healthyfully gaining weight. Those are two words I would have never put together before.
Without no-s I know I would be so worried about weight and other stupidity when I am so blessed to be having a baby and should be thinking about the babies health and well-being.
If you want to check out my blog (which I talk about food occasionally, but it's more personal) check it out at www.avirtuouswife.com
Finally, I am also feeling comfortable enough to share before/after pics.
So i give you before at 5'7 1/2" & 212 lbs:
And on my honemoon at 5'7 1/2" & 155 lbs (current weight):
Again, if anyone wants to contact me about BED or whatever. Please feel free to! (I don't check here too often so if I don't respond back try my blog or ask for my e-mail, which I check regulalry)
Thanks again for making this simple, awesome plan which I know is going to lead to a lifetime of health for my family.
-Ashleigh