Fat Girl Gone Fit

Today’s a hard day, but a good one. Today I accept the #21lbschallenge!

Starting weight: 270.4 lbs

How much I want to lose: 21 lbs

How much I think I’ll lose: 18 lbs

*My 270.4 looks and fits nothing like it used to and while I’m proud of that, I’m also conflicted with the reality. I’ve done the weight loss thing for me once already and I kicked it’s ass. Learning through the process how to love me: not for my shape but for what I could do, regaining confidence I’d lost long ago, and pushing boundaries I never thought I would reach. I did it for me and now I’m doing it for me again.

I won’t lie to you though, the process wasn’t easy. Losing weight didn’t fix the part of me I hoped it would but it did help me see a lot more in myself and appreciate the people who saw me regardless of the size I was.

When push comes to shove, the pounds are the least important part. I hope everyone who chooses to join me in this challenge is doing it for themselves.

Hey everybody! This post is coming to y’all a little later than I was expecting but, you know, life. Let’s get right into it!

DISCLAIMER:

I’ve had this idea in my head for a few days now so this is all very spur of the moment. Because this challenge has been extended online, I have envisioned it to include a series of five (or six) posts on whichever platform you are receiving it on (tumblr, instagram, or facebook). Now, I know that a lot of you who have chosen to participate might not be comfortable with posting your pictures so I do not expect you to do so. It took a long time for me to feel comfortable sharing a text post about my weight loss adventures, let alone a photo of myself. At the end of the day, this challenge is for your benefit. DO NOT stress yourself out over the little things. If you’re more comfortable just updating me on your progress, feel free. But for those of you who do choose to share, use the hashtag “21lbschallenge” so we can follow along on your journey. And, most importantly, have fun with it!

CALENDAR DATES:

12/1/18 - The challenge begins! Accept the challenge and take your starting figures.

12/20/18 - 20 day progress update.

1/9/19 - 40 day progress update.

1/29/19 - 60 day progress update.

2/18/19 - The challenge ends! 80 day update and final figures.

GUIDELINES:

A step by step guide on what you need to make your posts and provide updates.

Post 1 (12/1/18): Accept the challenge.

Take your starting pictures (front & side view)

Take your starting weight and/or measurements

Set a goal: how much do you want to lose?

Answer the question: how much do you think you’ll lose?

Post 2 (12/20/18): 20 Day Progress Update

Take your 20 day pictures (front and side view)

Take your weight and/or measurements

Share your weight loss so far: how many pounds and/or inches have you lost 20 days in?

Answer the question: what’s one thing that’s been difficult thus far?

Post 3 (1/9/19): 40 Day Progress Update

Take your 40 day pictures (front and side view)

Take your weight and/or measurements

Share your weight loss so far: how many pounds and/or inches have you lost 40 days in?

Answer the questions: How are you feeling 40 days in? Is the difficulty from your 20 day check-in still there?

Post 4 (1/29/19): 60 Day Progress Update

Take your 60 day pictures (front and side view)

Take your weight and/or measurements

Share your weight loss so far: how many pounds and/or inches have you lost 60 days in?

Answer the question: what is your go to workout?

Post 5 (2/18/19): 80 Day Progress Update

Take your 80 day pictures (front & side view)

Do a before and after comparison of your first day and 80 day pictures

Take your finishing weight and/or measurements

Share your total weight loss: how many pounds and/or inches have you lost after 80 days?

Answer the questions: how do you feel about your success/effort in the challenge? Did you meet your goal? If you had to do the challenge again, what would you do differently?

*Post 6 (dates may vary): Challenge Complete

Congratulations, you hit your 21 pound goal!

Take your success pictures (front & side view)

Take your weight and/or measurements

Answer the questions: How do you feel after losing 21 pounds? How long did it take you to complete the challenge? Will you finish out the 80 days? If so what’s your new weight loss goal for the remainder of the time?

FINAL NOTES:

Build up a Buddha min and have some soul food

Different oils and how to use them

Common Oils

Argan Oil – good for everyone; high in Vit E, great for helping heal scars, eczema, and dry scalp. Oleic acid helps regulate sebum production, and linoleic acid promotes healthy skin turnover, which can be good for acne control.

Avocado Oil – intense hydration; lots of fats and fatty acids; may be too hydrating for certain skin types

Castor Oil – promotes hair growth

Chamomile Oil – Sensitive skin; soothes redness and irritation

Coconut Oil – very moisturizing; however it’s comedogenic so it works well for the body, but may not be good for the face (but if it works for you, go for it!)

Jojoba Oil – all skin types; mimics natural sebum so it’s a good balancer for all sin types

Rosehip Oil – skin discolouration & scarring; also good for helping combat environmental stressors like dry air and wind; improve skin elasticity, boost skin cell regeneration,

Tea Tree Oil – acne (but NEEDS to be diluted if you have 100% tea tree oil)

Grapeseed Oil – oily skin & acne; help regulate oil production while keeping skin moisturized; also has anti-aging & skin-brightening Vit C

Maracuja Oil – anti-inflammatory; brightening (has lots of Vit C); sun damage, discoloration, spots, and fine lines; also said to help with anxiety, insomnia and stress?

Marula Oil – irritated skin; v. soothing & hydrating; high in oleic acid; high in anti-oxidants;

Sweet Almond Oil – great for sensitive & dry skin

Less Common

Dilo Oil (found by Kate Sommerville); good for firming

Black Currant Oil – skin that needs repair; anti-inflammatory; even good for eczema

Camellia Oil – Lightweight hydration; absorbs quickly; great for sensitive skin

Pomegranate Oil ­– anti-inflammatory; reduces redness; brightens skin; packed with Vit A, D, E, & K; goof for combination skin

Hemp Seed – light moisture; good for dry, aging skin

Pumpkin Seed Oil – blemish prone skin

I did 3 reps (know I could of done more) at 205lbs today as my final set thanks to my waist belt. Which also made me realize, I can move up in weight and need to get my knee sleeves.

Anywho I’m stoked!!!

Raise your ✋ if you love sweet and savory together. . If you love that flavor combo, you will fall in LOVE with the sweet and savory flavor combination in these Apple, Bacon, Onion & Cheddar Breakfast Squares. . Just 10 ingredients, 1 bowl and you are on your way to making the easiest, gluten-free, low carb breakfast around! . INGREDIENTS: . ▪️5 large eggs ▪️1/3 cup egg whites ▪️1/4 cup unsweetend almond ilk ▪️6 slices sugar free bacon we used pederson brand ▪️1 medium apple grated ▪️1 medium onion grated or finely chopped ▪️1 clove garlic minced ▪️1 tbs olive oil ▪️1/2 cup sharp cheddar leave out for paleo/whole30 option ▪️3-4 tbs fresh herbs we used thyme, sage and rosemary ▪️salt & pepper to taste

There’s an awful lot of posts/websites that have lists of herbs by name which is great if you want the correspondences of lavender but not so great if you’re looking for herbs that correspond with health. So here:

ANIMAL MAGICK:

Catnip, Peppermint, Valerian

ASTRAL PROJECTION:

Cinnamon, Jasmine, Mugwort

BEAUTY:

Lavender, Rose, Catnip, Orange

CALMNESS:

Cypress, Vanilla

CONCENTRATION:

Rose, Rosemary, Thistle, Dill

CONFIDENCE:

Cedar, Dill, Geranium, St. John’s Wort, 

CLARITY:

Lavender, Cypress, Clover, Rosemary

CLEANSING:

Lemon, Clover, Sage, Lilac, Cedar

DREAMS:

Peppermint

EMOTIONAL HEALING:

Cypress

FEMININE ENERGY:

Daisy, Maple, Poppy, Rose, Thyme, Blackberry

FIDELITY:

Nutmeg

FRIENDSHIP:

Lemon, Sweet pea, Passion Flower

GOOD MEMORY:

Rosemary, Clove

GROUNDING:

Coffee

HAPPINESS:

Lavender, Catnip, St John’s Wort, Peppermint

HEALING:

Lemon, Cypress, Allspice, Saffron, Cinnamon, Cedar, Thyme, Violet, Spearmint, Peppermint

HEALTHY ENVIRONMENTS:

Vanilla

HOPE:

Chamomile

JUSTICE:

Nutmeg, Violet

LONGEVITY:

Lemon, Cypress, Acorn, Sage

LOVE:

Lavender, Violet, Apple, Chamomile,Saffron, Cinnamon, Clove, Clover, Lemon, Juniper, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary, Vanilla, Strawberry, Rue, Ginger, Mistletoe, Thyme, Maple, Spearmint, Willow

LOYALTY:

Thyme

LUCK:

Vanilla, Chamomile, Nutmeg, Allspice, Violet, Strawberry, Olive, Poppy, Rose, Oak, Orange, Peppermint

LUST:

Celery, Cinnamon, Mint, Lemongrass, Olive, Nettle, Parsley, Dill, Violet, Vanilla, Saffron

MASCULINE ENERGY:

Allspice, Almond, Basil, Garlic, Hazel, Holly, Olive, Mistletoe, Cedar

MOON:

Lemon

MONEY:

Nutmeg, Peppermint, Jasmine

PEACE:

Lavender, Violet, Olive, Chamomile, Coffee, Clover, Passion Flower,

PEACE OF MIND:

Coffee

PROTECTION:

Lavender, Coffee, Oak, Clover, Acorn, Violet, Peppermint, Acacia, Willow, Thistle, Peony, Cypress, Lilac, Mint, Juniper, Ivy, Olive, Raspberry, Sage, Rose, Rosemary, Foxglove

PSYCHIC POWERS:

Celery, Acacia,Saffron, Cinnamon, Yarrow, Peppermint, Bay, Thyme, Mace, Star Anise, Lemongrass, Nutmeg, Bay

PURIFICATION:

Rosemary, Lemon, Saffron, Chamomile, Anise, Thyme, Parsley, Cedar, Turmeric, Peppermint, Lavender, Marjoram

RELEASE:

Peppermint, Spearmint, Fern, Mugwort

RENEWAL:

Peppermint, Spearmint, Ivy

SLEEP:

Celery,Thyme, Peppermint, Valerian, Chamomile, Passion Flower, Lavender, Rosemary

SPIRIT CALLING:

Sweet grass, Wormwood

SPIRITUALITY:

Arabic Gum, Gardenia, Sandalwood, Cinnamon, Frankincense

SUCCESS:

Cinnamon,Ginger,  Frankincense, Clover, High John

TRANQUILLITY:

Chamomile, Cypress

WISHES:

Bay, Violet, Spearmint, Sandalwood

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