I don't know about you guys, but I've always had a problem with the stereotype that over-weight people are LAZY eat fast food all day and do nothing to try and lose it. ITS NOT TRUE!!!!
I have struggled with my weight since I was a child. I was born into a culture where food is a big deal and the center of many celebrations( like many cultures) . My family did not have much money growing up, therefore we ate a lot of white carb's, fatty meats and quick food. Not all the time, but alot of the time. I also come from a big family ,when I say big I mean BIG. Most of the people in my family are overweight. Both of my parents were overweight. We have the "fat gene" lol Being around all this well I was young. was tough. But I never felt that it was wrong or bad to be fat...cause I was surrounded by big people... And alot of love.
Then I grew up. Began to learn that being a fat woman or teenager was not accepted in society as a good thing. I had people in school call me fat, of course what fat person didn't? I was popular, had wonderful friends and a great family who loved me. I never felt alone and fat. I just knew that people did not accept big people . I didn't really give a shit?
I became a woman. It stopped being about LOOKS and more so about my health. My heart, my blood pressure, diabetes , heart disease etc. I want to lose weight and I need to lose weight to be healthy to live a longer life,be around longer for my son. I am not getting any younger. I am not a lazy pig. I love to exercise I love to swim and I love good nutritious food!! But like every other person in this WORLD, skinny, tall , fat short ... we all have a tough time doing this. There are NO excuses for not maintaining a healthy lifestyle..none. Time is the WORST one Ive heard of in my life. We all say it.. " i have no time" BULLSHIT ! You make time. Yes its ALOT of work juggling a family, children's homework, husbands , 2 jobs etc. But if you want it bad enough and you make it a priority in your life, you will make time. So simple....we just have to DO IT. ( putting my money where my mouth is , as we speak!! lol)
I believe that we all should try our best to maintain healthy lifestyles. Its NOT about physical appearances, it really isn't. Its about your LIFE , your quality of life, the longevity of your life. and for the little people who want us around for awhile. Start slow, find a "chubby buddy" to take classes with, go swimming with, go for walks with ! Make it fun.
Most of all be around people who support you , love you and truly want the best for you. That is the best push that a person can get. Don't surround yourself with selfish, ignorant and negative people.
I will be starting back at swimming on Monday! Anyone want to join me, let me know! Eat lots of greens, a healthy amount of carbs, and lean meats! And have that chocolate bar once in awhile!! It's okay. Don't worry about the number on the scale !! Its about how you FEEL , how your clothes fit, how strong you feel and how EMPOWERED you feel! Do not set your mind on a goal weight in the beginning , just get going ! Don't worry about that till later!
So do it ladies, find a chubby buddy, get healthy don't EVER be embarrassed, DO YOU! Don't let your weight stop you from doing ANYTHING! xoxo
