Thread: Irish Molly's ipotrim and GL Journey thanks to Minimins

Jim, I have read many of your posts and you have always been very honest about your own journey. You are always so supportive to others on here.

I just hope it helps others Molly.

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I just thought I'd update this thread. I noticed that I last posted in Sept 2010. Another year has passed and I have done pretty well in managing to maintain my weightloss. Other than planned periods of excess like holidays or Christmas I pretty much stay stable. I expect a bit of a gain over Christmas but, like last Christmas, I will quickly bring that back under control by the end of January.
I feel great and I'm told that I look it too!! Piling on all that weight left me feeling very low about myself. I avoided mirrors at all costs and now I love looking in them!!
I still follow GL to maintain my losses. It's simply a matter of eating regularly, eating fresh and unprocessed foods and limiting very starchy carbs. I keep a strict eye in portion sizes and try to drink at least two litres of water every day. I weigh weekly but only worry about a gain over a four week period.

For me, maintaining is about not letting one bad day lead to too many more. In following GL principles, I never feel deprived or hungry. I now subconsciously watch my intake and just do not feel like I am on a "diet". I think more in terms that I have found a combination of foods that don't pile on weight for me.
So, losing the weight is possible and keeping it off is also possible. You've just got to find what works for you.

You're an inspiration, Molly! It's wonderful that you've been able to maintain your weight loss for over a year. Thank you for sharing your story!



Mandy

Thks hon. I see you've just begun your journey back to your old self. You will get there. Just think for a few seconds before you reach for something naughty or take a few sips of water. It may be just enough to stop you. Good luck.

Originally Posted by irish molly

Thks hon. I see you've just begun your journey back to your old self. You will get there. Just think for a few seconds before you reach for something naughty or take a few sips of water. It may be just enough to stop you. Good luck.

Thank you, Molly!



Mandy

Molly, I always go on strict induction prior to known excess eating events I like to have a few pounds in the bank before christmas, so I'm currently 3lbs under posted weight.

Jim, that's a very good plan. It's better to have it to gain than work to lose it. I must try and adopt that approach. I guess as long as we can keep a rein on ourselves we will manage well enough.
You're doing great and still a fab support to so many.

Thanks love