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Theresa's quest:)
- Thread starter Theresa
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Hey everyone.
Just a little update. Apparently, I am way off in my self-perception....I have tested my BF% with calipers numerous times and my BF is just fine.....usually between 14 and 15%...only once I got a high measurement of 16%. I realize now that I am actually content with how I look....I look pretty good for a 34 yo mom of two...so, I'm going to stop complaining. My abs are much flatter than I give myself credit for...I think my perfectionism took over there.
Since I measured my BF (and trust me - I didn't believe it for SO long...read the book and online resources for measuring NUMEROUS times assuming I must be doing it wrong!), I have realized that I obviously have a distorted view of my body...It has really helped me to see my body in a more positive light. It is certainly not worth the whole cottage cheese experience (haha). I am still working out HARD everyday. I have also learned SO much about what to eat and what not to eat...as well as how much to eat. I found that as I stuck with the diet, I became more rigid and more obsessive about it...that was not good for me.
So, as I have always done...I will live in a world of moderation...but a much more educated one now. I am eating a lot healthier and thinking about meals from a healthier perspective. Although I never ate poorly before this experience...I was happy to learn so much about the impacts of certain foods.
I have really enjoyed getting to know you all...I will certainly check in now and again as you all really helped me in this journey. I think I am a new person in a lot of ways....and all for the better!
Thanks for all the support and thoughtfulness!
Just a little update. Apparently, I am way off in my self-perception....I have tested my BF% with calipers numerous times and my BF is just fine.....usually between 14 and 15%...only once I got a high measurement of 16%. I realize now that I am actually content with how I look....I look pretty good for a 34 yo mom of two...so, I'm going to stop complaining. My abs are much flatter than I give myself credit for...I think my perfectionism took over there.
Since I measured my BF (and trust me - I didn't believe it for SO long...read the book and online resources for measuring NUMEROUS times assuming I must be doing it wrong!), I have realized that I obviously have a distorted view of my body...It has really helped me to see my body in a more positive light. It is certainly not worth the whole cottage cheese experience (haha). I am still working out HARD everyday. I have also learned SO much about what to eat and what not to eat...as well as how much to eat. I found that as I stuck with the diet, I became more rigid and more obsessive about it...that was not good for me.
So, as I have always done...I will live in a world of moderation...but a much more educated one now. I am eating a lot healthier and thinking about meals from a healthier perspective. Although I never ate poorly before this experience...I was happy to learn so much about the impacts of certain foods.
I have really enjoyed getting to know you all...I will certainly check in now and again as you all really helped me in this journey. I think I am a new person in a lot of ways....and all for the better!
Thanks for all the support and thoughtfulness!
Glad you are finding your path. We are always here if you need us. Good luck! Stay healthy!