Thank goodness for Jenny Craig.
At my weigh-in today, I lost 2 pounds, bringing my grand total to 18 pounds.
This is great and I’m very grateful to the amazing women at Jenny Craig, but I am totally disgusted with myself.
How did I let myself get to this point? A point where 18 pounds barely makes a difference? A point where I could be a heavyweight contender?
Stephanie, my counselor who I absolutely adore — and who is adorable, thin and hilarious, and you’d never guess she lost 60 pounds — really listened when I told her I felt like this. Of course, she told me I should be proud of what I’ve accomplished so far but she also understood my frustration with myself and said she’d often felt like that before, too.
Just having that honest, personal conversation made a big difference to me.
I am sharing this because I want all of you who are struggling with weight to know that you’re not alone, that so many of us have been there — are there — and that every baby step counts.
I always focus on the positive so I’m not sure what it was this morning that brought me down — probably the fact that I’m now at the weight I was at when I started Jenny Craig last time around. That means I not only gained back all my weight but I also added 18 pounds.
No more.
I’m putting it in writing and making myself accountable. I may be starting this fight in the heavyweight category but I’m going to win it as a lightweight.
*I received a discount on my Jenny Craig food in order to do this review. There was no compensation. The opinions expressed are my own and not influenced in any way. Note: Clients following the Jenny Craig program, on average, lose 1-2 lbs per week.
Losing weight is the hardest thing out there. I’m proud of you, and like you at every size!
MWAH! xo
That is fantastic. Keep up the good work 🙂
18 pounds is a great loss. Keep on keeping on. You are doing well.
Congrats! I agree that maintaining or losing weight is a constant struggle at midlife.
I always tell people that are taking this journey that they should be proud of themselves for recognizing and then trying to do something about it. Even if they are not perfect they are at least trying.
Awesome work! Losing weight is very hard, and keeping it off is equally hard and you are doing an amazing job! I’m in my mid-20’s and losing 60lbs and gaining 20 back and trying to fight it off is hard.
I am a habitual dieter and I love that you are sharing your story with us!
You’re doing so well! Keep on living a healthy lifestyle. You can do it!
18 pounds is still an accomplishment to be proud of! I’ve been there too though, wondering how I got to this point and why I can’t lose weight.
18 pounds is awesome. Congrats to you! I can’t seem to lose any.
Beating yourself up unfortunately burns no calories (otherwise we ALL would be at our goal weight). Give yourself a hug and be proud of the 18 pounds. I think that’s amazing. I think that YOU are, too!
Congratulations on the 18 lbs! No point on looking back where you were before, just look ahead, you are doing great!
Losing 18 pounds is huge (no pun intended). I hate the battle of the bulge, just hate it. It keeps getting harder and harder to keep the extra weight off. Keep up the great work, Lois!
Bless your heart, it’s a big deal. Nicely done!
Losing weight is so hard. Pound by pound and day by day.
Jenny Craig has helped so many people to lose weight safely. They really have such a successful weight loss program.
Wow! Good for you, that is amazing! I knew you’d do well! I will for sure be looking to join JC when the time comes for me. This is fantastic!
You’ll get back to where you want to be. The last time I saw you, you looked fabulous and I’m sure you still do.
Weight loss is the hardest frontier to conquer. Ridiculously frustrating. I battle with it all the time. I wish I was a s fat as the first time I thought I was fat! Keep going…..GOOD LUCK!
I haven’t heard of Jenny Craig in years, keep up the good work!
I am so happy I came across this. I need to find a way to eat better.
You need to give yourself a break and be proud. Losing weight is one of the toughest things to do and you are doing it. Take one day at a time and don’t forget to allow yourself a cheat day every now and then.
18 pounds seems like a big deal to me. Something to be very proud of. But I’m always harder on myself than on others too. So I can relate to your disgust. This, too, shall pass.
18 pounds is great! Good job, keep up the wonderful work!
Losing 18 pounds is nothing to sneeze at Lois. I’m proud of you for making the commitment!
18 pounds is really fabulous. Don’t be so down on yourself. Sounds to me like this program is working for you and you have to look at the bigger picture…10 more weeks could mean a total of 36 pounds. The weight did not just magically appear overnight and it won’t disappear overnight.
Love that you’re doing it with accountability from the get-go. Wishing you tons of luck and support!
Sounds great! You sound encouraged! Good luck!
We all draw our line in the sand somewhere! Good for you for getting back to healthy. I’m doing the same thing right now, not with Jenny, but still a healthy, steady program. Good luck to you! I wish you the very best success and don’t forget to show us your progress so we can cheer you on!!! I believe in you!
I have been trying to eat healthier this year. I have always wanted to try Jenny Craig. I have a few friends that had amazing results on it. Congratulations on losing 18 pounds.
I have thought many times to see about Jenny Craig. I’ve done weight watchers, lost on my own, and of course its all come back.
I feel frustrated and lost. I could lose 100 lbs and still be overweight. Good for you doing this
I, too, have returned to fatland. But I”m just not gonna’ punish myself. I’m gonna’ pick up the pieces and be happy about it. It’s generally no fun, but I’m going to find a way to make it fun. Good luck!!!
Congrats on your weight loss success! 18 pounds is impressive. Thanks for the inspiration.
Congrats on your loss! Just remember that it’s far easier to put on than take off, so please don’t beat yourself up over it.