the run-up and the run-down

I don't exercise. This is another part of my life that needs to change. I personally become a different person when I exercise on a regular basis. Partially because I have more confidence because of the weight loss results I see, partially because of the simple fact that exercise releases endorphins that simply make you a nicer and happier person, and partially because we are not meant to be sedentary in nature. Our bodies need exercise. I plan to begin by choosing a more rigorous exercise plan titled "slim in six". Once again, I have used this plan and know that it works for me because of the past goals I have accomplished...and slowly destroyed over time. I believe that I have failed to mention that I am the mother of a beautiful 1 year old girl, who I delivered as a C-section, and have since been using as an excuse not to work-out. The day has come when I have to sacrifice my laziness for the sake of my well-being.

on the menu

I need to be more healthy. Plain and simple. I eat horribly. I feel tired ALL the time. To combat this, I plan to change my eating habits. Easier said than done, I know. So I am going to lay it out for you right away. There is a company called MXI corp. This particular company produces what is known as "Xocai Healthy Chocolate". I have been let in on a great opportunity to start using a weight loss system that will not be launched to the public until August. The system consists of eating two shakes a day and limiting your calorie intake to 1200 calories for a woman and 1500 calories for a man. I personally know that this particular system works for me because I actually started it 2 weeks ago and lost 7lbs and 1.5inches off my waist in 1 week... I know what you're thinking, "okay, why aren't you "skinny Danielle" yet then?" It's called self-sabotage, my friend, and I will be talking to you about that more later. When something works, it may change you and if you're not ready for change, you will make sure it doesn't work. I am ready to change now and I am ready to be held accountable and hold those who need it accountable also.

"the skinny Danielle"

My dream is for someone to refer to me as the "skinny Danielle". You may wonder why and I will tell you. The facts are simple: the "skinny Danielle" would be better. She would be more loved. She would be more attractive. She would be more accepted. She would be more involved. She would be a better wife, lover,mom, friend. She would turn more heads. Her husband wouldn't have to tell her over and over how much he is in love with her...she would just know. It wouldn't take her 2 hours and crying in front of the mirror to get ready. She could wear anything and look great. She would be content. She would be happy.

The truth is that none of that is the truth. All of that is my perception.

I am ready to be healthy, inside and out. I know it sounds corny, but I am ready for a change. In all my "weight-loss" efforts I have never tried to change the way I feel about myself mentally also. I am starting now.