The Process Continues

I'm in my seventh month and I was met with some issues getting my prescription refilled with the 15mg of Mounjaro and if I paid close to $1,000 it would be filled. I don't have any insurance any more and I can't afford it. I also can't get any private insurance at this time because my income is too high and I wasn't able to get it refilled. I was able to speak with my physician and I will start in several weeks on a different form until this issue is resolved with Mounjaro. I gave myself my last shot of the 15mg Mounjaro on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, and I haven't had any issues with this dosage. Today February 5, I tried on a shirt that my boss gave me several weeks ago and I'm glad to announce it fit very well the arms are even loose so I count it as another WIN!!!

I have lost more inches this week so far and 2pounds. I am concerned about the 2 weeks I will not have any medication I believe in my system but my physician explained to me there is enough in my system to keep me until I can be seen. I believe I have the willpower to make this a welcoming because I can't eat because my stomach has shrunk.

Here is to a pause but also sustainability 

    ~My latest Picture February 5, 2023~ 

J19

It is the Fabulous Fifty and Feisty Day and I'm happy the Lord has allowed me to see this day. I have placed these pictures in this time to keep encouraging myself and maybe one day someone else who has struggled their entire life with weight loss. You can do it, if you give up, get back up and keep trying and keep trying. 

from 307 down to 252 = 55 pounds of success. 

I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!! 

KEEP PRESSING ON YOUR GOALS!

DO NOT ALLOW OUTSIDE INFLUENCES TO DICTATE WHAT YOU CAN AND CAN NOT DO.

YOU GOT THIS!!! 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

Weigh In Day

 Weigh In Day 

January 11, 2023

    I have NINE (9) days until my birthday and I have surpassed my goal by 9 -10 pounds. 

As of today I weighed in the morning at 253, I have been between one and two pounds all week and I believe I figured out what I was doing wrong. I have started the 15 mg of Mounjaro and I have felt full most of the day and although I haven't had anything to drink except Karma Water for my stomach health that has probiotic's and it is great but these are some things I must continue to do and here is my list: 

First, I treated myself to a coke zero for a couple of days and I haven't been drinking enough water either. It is the winter months and water hasn't been on my radar but now that I am aware of the issue. I am making a personal pledge to include it in my day. 

Second, I need more exercise in my life... I love jumping on my trampoline, but I need to start walking to the end of my driveway everyday it is not raining to help tone up my body. My legs are showing signs of needing to tone up although they don't look bad but they could look much better than were they are right now!! 

Third, I have already began to shop on the clearance rack at most stores and I LOVE IT!!! 

Things I have noticed I can do now that I could not do at first with the added weight... 

I can walk the stairs without holding on to the handrails, but although I give out of breath but I like the idea that I can do it and I have to keep it up because I need that in my life because it is good for heart health. 

My Life is worth everything and I owe myself the best of the best life I can give it and that is eating right, making healthy choices and taking care of my body!!! 

 I must continue on with the winning life!!! 

It's a New Year, Better me 💜

I have been working on myself since last year around August maybe September. I saw my doctor and I was able to start on weight loss treatment called mounjaro. I just finished the last of the 12.5 mg of mounjaro this first week of the new year. I took my shots in my leg and I could tell immediately it was doing its job. I have had the following symptoms on this dosage feeling full, I can not overeat, and if I did I would be sick. I did have a regular bowel movement. I have learned or am learning to eat a very small meal about the size of a happy meal and I remain faithful to water and probiotic/wellness water that is good to the last drop.

Here are the latest pictures I have taken close to 6 months into my journey. Now that I have hit my 50-pound weight loss challenge for myself. I am pleased with the results and I will keep going because for my health I need to pursue and go after the ultimate goal.

The Winning Life 2023 is full speed ahead!

Looking Thinner

I want to continue to inspire myself to be the best me possible. Today I wanted to share a recent photo of what 35 pounds looks like on me. I want to reflect on where I have come from and where I'm going and here's to me changing in the right direction. 

35 pounds lighter and I feel great. I'm working on me and here's to 50/50...

Getting Closer December 2022

I'm reminded of what the new me will look like. Today 5 months into my Mounjaro journey I am officially 35 pounds lighter. I finally started having some but very brief symptoms of constipation but an apple, a day to keep the doctor away, and an increase in my green veggies was what I needed to get back on track. I am at 265 and I will start my new 12.5 mg shot next week. I'm drinking plenty of water because sometimes I am very dry or thirsty. It doesn't appear that I will make 50/50 but I'm going to work extra hard over the next several weeks to drop another 15 pounds. I believe if I increase the workouts it could work. We will see if I'm correct I will let you know in 2023.

See you soon the winning life is still pursuing get dreams of a healthier life.

Coming into 4 months..

I can't believe the changes I'm experiencing and I'm super proud. I just want to share this recent photo of myself. 2 months ago I started a new job and I wanted to be healthier me. I'm coming into my year of jubilee (50) and I wanted something extra special for me and now three and half months later I am excited of the continued changes and progress I'm making.

I'm working on me...

Things are Changing

The Slight Change 

I have been on my New50 weight loss journey and there are some changes that I have noticed about myself. 

First, I have noticed once again that with a much smaller bathroom than the one we had a first it is easier to get in and out the bathroom. 

Second, change is I'm able to get back in my older smaller clothes that I couldn't get in during the pandemic and post pandemic. 

Thirdly, I noticed in our new home we have stairs and I used to hold the banister but now I don't have to hold it anymore and the climb is so much better. I actually like walking them. 

I have noticed on the 7.5 that I'm eating less and making better choices and drinking lots of water. I have not gotten really sick on this dose because I have learned or should I say I'm learning how to eat less and be happy with the choices I make throughout the day! 

I'm very proud of myself not sure if I have loss any weight because this is just the first week with the new dose but if it changes I will let you know. 

The highlight of this day is that I spoke with my cousin from St. Louis and she informed me that she can tell from pictures posted on social media that I'm losing weight and I couldn't be more pleased and happy to hear that Great News!!! 

New 50 Challenge because I have a new outlook on my Weight Loss Journey!! 

I'll Keep You Posted, See You Next Time!!! 

 

New Month New Start

I have officially started 7.5 this week. My last visit mt blood pressure was elevated. I was placed back on my blood pressure medication until I'm a little smaller. I think my blood pressure was elevated due to the lack of water.  I have purchased a 48 Oz of water bottle to help combat the lack of water and as of today it seems to be working and I'm enjoying drinking water. I am very excited that I feel very hydrated now and I can't wait to see where I land on the new dose.

The life that WINS...see you next time!!!

3 Month and counting...

10/13/2022, I had my 3-month check-in... Although, I took the last of my 5mg shot this morning. I had a follow-up, and I was 8 more pounds smaller for a grand total of 22 pounds of weight loss on Mounjaro. I'm having issues of drinking the recommended amounts of water but of course who doesn't. I started my protein shakes and trying to figure out how much to eat without over eating is still a struggle but I'm maintaining so I want get constipated. My blood pressure this visit was a little high, but I'm to keep it monitoring it. When I got home I took 2 Tylenol and went to sleep and I feel much better I will check it tomorrow and I'm sure it will be better. Being on Mounjaro is almost as if I had the lap band surgery but better. I hope this treatment never ends for people who would like this alternative....

I'm still working on me, and I will start some weight training coming up because I want to look even better by January...

 .                   Now and July 2022 

In the words of my husband that I love dearly...I see less of you!!!!

                                         The winning life 2k22 

2 Month Check-in

Weight Loss Journey Check-In

 September 29, 2022 

I decided to check-in because it has been over a week since I check-in and I want to know what is going on with me... I'm not sure how many times I will come in and share with you my weight but just know I'm keeping up with me!!! 

I took my second shot on 5mg of Mounjaro today and I have been asked by my doctor to weigh in on those days. 

Today, I weighed in at 282 and I'm not sure how much I have lost but I can tell the difference in my clothing and they are just falling off like the fall leaves. 

I'm very proud of myself and keeping up with things... 

My eating habits are really down and I have been mostly eating fruits, water and protein shakes. 

I have tasted some veggies and they have a great taste and I'm okay...

I have had some problems with my BM being kind a hard but it was not to bad. I've had to increase the water intake more and that is a plus for me and my skin complexion. I've learned not to over eat and not to eat to get full but to kill maybe the hunger pains if any. 

I can't wait to see my doctor in the middle of the month of October to see how much I have lost but I'm sure I will not disappoint once again. 

14/15 pounds last month anticipating the same results coming up!!! 

See you Soon,  The Winning Life Continues!!!