It continues to amaze me how much 'dieters' have in common. Each story is totally unique, yet we share so many struggles! As you read Phyllis' story you may see bits and pieces of your own emotions and experiences. One thing I relate to the most is the extremity of her gains and losses and how MANY times she's tried again. And, as a WW leader I've seen so many colleagues leave as old habits continue to haunt them. It's not easy. It's life. BUT it CAN have a happy ending! Read Phyllis' story and let it encourage you as you write your own. Yes, you can begin one last time ... Kim
PHYLLIS' JOURNEY
I was a happy new mother of a little girl born December 1964. But I developed toxemia during my pregnancy and I gained 91 pounds! When I got home from the hospital it was a rude awakening because none of my clothing fit. I tried Weight Watchers, diet pills, Atkins and Slim-Fast – all to no avail. The next time I joined Weight Watchers, I had to leave as I was expecting my second child, a little boy.
I finally had a light bulb go off and I joined Weight Watchers ... and reached goal. I had lost 89 pounds and joined Weight Watchers as a lecturer. But my struggles continued. I started playing the yo-yo games and was gaining the weight back and had to resign.
This time, my 16th attempt at losing weight, I finally reached goal on March 20, 2010! I started at 249 and lost 89.8 pounds. I want to thank my wonderful husband, my family, Kim and her staff and all the kimmies for all their support and motivation.
I worked for Curves as a Manager and trainer for 9½ years. I've retired, but I still go to Curves 5 days a week. I also walk with my pedometer at least 10,000 steps a day.
For me, success is working out, tracking everything I eat, planning ahead, going to meetings and watching all Kim's meetings.
It's all about commitment. If you really want to do this you have to admit that it's not going to be easy. I felt if I said it was going to be easy I'd set myself up for failure. This is definitely a lifestyle change, not a diet.
Phyllis' motto: "Inch by inch it's a cinch. Yard by yard it can be hard."
Comments
Phyllis M1 said,
August 7, 2010 7:18 PM
Dear Philly, I can't believe I haven't written on your
beautiful 'STAR STORY'. Not only are you so lovely, so
successful and so motivating, you are a great friend.
Love you very much. Phillie
benny said,
July 24, 2010 2:49 PM
I officially became a member of the kimmies may of 2010 and began tracking my food and weighting and measuring.Now I actualy right in kims journal.I weighed 350 lbs according to my old scale.I bought a new digital scale and as of last week I have lost 20 lbs.Something is different this time.I tell myself dont get cocky.With Gods help I intend this to be the last time.Learning to let the fat go and everything it meant.
grammaviv said,
July 23, 2010 4:02 PM
Vivian Upson
Congratulations, Phyllis. Very inspiring. I am really struggling right now. Thank you for sharing.
Dee dee (not verified) said,
July 23, 2010 7:51 AM
Congratualtion, I am also a WW member more than once also and I applaude you because it is hard to stay on track sometimes. Thanks for the story to keep me motivated and stick with it.
smiggles3 said,
July 22, 2010 7:48 PM
awesome Phyllis -- I love it that you never gave up --- you are an inspiration.
elaine
spenner said,
July 22, 2010 3:39 PM
Phyllis,
Just wanted to say congratulations! You look GREAT and I'm sure you FEEL GREAT! You should be proud of yourself! You are a true inspiration and reminder that I need to make this a priority and stay committed 100% if I wanted to be successful. Thanks for being such a wonderful role model and support.
Big Cheers,
Shelley
Phyllis C said,
July 22, 2010 3:34 PM
I want to thank kim and all the kimmies that wrote on this blog. Thanks for the compliments and good wishes. All together we will work to reach our goals. We must remember to focus, commit and have preserverance and it can be done. I always say to myself no stinkin thinkin only positive self talk. Once again thanks again and remember inch by inch its a cinch and yard by yard it can be hard.
Ginny from Royal Oak MI (not verified) said,
July 22, 2010 2:14 PM
Great, Phyllis! I myself have been on WW for almost 22 months and have lost 107 so far. I still have a bit to lose and it's going much slower these days, but it's going! Just got off a plateau of more than 3 months but I didn't give up! I had been on WW 5 other times but it was many years ago and the program was so restrictive that I couldn't wait to eat everything I was missing. Now I feel like I can continue to make this my lifestyle forever, not that it's always easy, but I am the one who makes the choices and that makes a huge difference! Appreciate your story because I know so many people who need to have hope that it can still be done no matter how many times you've failed or how much you have to lose or even if, like me, you're a senior citizen. I thank God for helping me to do this hard work of totally changing my way of dealing with food and exercise one day at a time. Good for us!!
Debbye said,
July 22, 2010 10:38 AM
Wonderfully encouraging, Phyllis. Thanks so much.
Mariane said,
July 22, 2010 9:06 AM
Phyllis, this is just awsome. I have only reached a small goal of mine once (but at least I saw it!) and have gained about 10 lbs back, but boy does that 10 lbs feel different!! Did you ever notice that? I feel very bloated or my fat has moved or something.....
Good going!!! MaryToot
snyeske956 said,
July 22, 2010 7:54 AM
I'm so glad you gave it that last try Phyllis, now we all know what we may see as impossible is POSSIBLE because you didn't give up....YOU DID IT!!! Your such an inspiration!!!
(((HUGS)))
Susan
kim said,
July 22, 2010 4:50 AM
I am SO proud of you Phyllis! Thank you for sharing. It's not easy, but such a wonderful way of giving back. You ROCK STAR! Keep it up!
Kim :)
Love to have you write a maintenance blog as soon as you're ready – I'll chat with you about it when I call.
NightowlTJRD said,
July 21, 2010 10:07 PM
See Phyllis, it came out great!! And you were worried!! I love your story because you give me hope that it doesn't matter how many times you try, if you believe in yourself you can make it to your goal!! You are a wonderful friend and a great inspiration!! And I think you were cute in your "Before" picture too!!!
Way to go my dear friend!!
Love you!!
Tammy :)
KAlexander said,
July 21, 2010 7:26 PM
Congratulations Phyllis, it is great to put a picture to you face as I have chatted with you a couple of times. I to have tried a lot of times, some with great success and others not so much. This time I am in it for the long haul. KAlexander
Diane M said,
July 21, 2010 6:42 PM
I have seen you fight to get to goal Phyllis.I am so proud of you.You always beleive in me I am so lucky to have you as a friend.Congratulations on making it to goal,and for being a star this week and always.
didi said,
July 21, 2010 5:56 PM
Oh Phyllis!!! What a terrific story!!! All your hard work paid off!! wishing you continued success on your newest journey-MAINTENANCE!!! WOO HOOO!!!!
Marycheebs said,
July 21, 2010 4:33 PM
Awesome story PhillieC!!! You rock girl!!!
Love ya bunches and thanks so much for the inspiration and support!
Mary
oaky148 said,
July 21, 2010 3:24 PM
I talked with you last night on chat. I have been waiting to read your success story. As Kim said, someone may relate to it, and I am one of them!
Phyllis, you inspire me! Through thick and thin, you wouldn't give up. Through trials and tribulations, you wouldn't give in. You can now look in the mirror and say "I Won"...and I am sure you know the tools by heart to keep yourself to where you want to be. Hope to chat with you again soon. JOYCE
oktami said,
July 21, 2010 2:43 PM
Phyllis, Congratulations!!! What a great inspiration!
pepper300 said,
July 21, 2010 2:34 PM
Joining the Kimmies has been a fabulous experience ! It's success stories such as yours Phyllis that keeps me motivated & happy with my life changes. I am so happy for you !!
Gloria718 said,
July 21, 2010 2:29 PM
Phyllis, I too had toxemia during my pregnancy with my son--so I totally relate! Very inspiring story. I hope to reach my goal someday also. Love your motto.
gloria
cosmogirl said,
July 21, 2010 11:44 AM
Phyllis what a great story. Congratulations!!! I know how awesome you feel. Please join us on the maintenance blog so we can further support each other. Wendy
It's not what happens in the moment,it's what happens in the moments after.
Wendy from CT
Annette Martinez (not verified) said,
July 21, 2010 11:37 AM
"Yes, you can begin one last time ... Kim"
Thank you Kim!! For reminding us to Never Give Up!!!
Thank you Phyllis for your example of commitment!!
I appreciate you both!
Annette
StamperGirl said,
July 21, 2010 11:32 AM
I love your motto Phyllis. Way to go.
Pat
"Though you can't go back and make a brand new you start, you can start now and make a brand new ending."
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