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DEL.ICIO.USAdios Mendoza!
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
For those of you who don’t follow baseball, the Mendoza line is a term for a batting average of .200. (No, I don’t follow baseball but I have a father who follows both that sport and my own weight loss campaign. Perhaps he is a particularly avid fan of the latter since the first pitch of the season has yet to be tossed?)
I think I can safely say Adios to my own personal Mendoza line as it has been three weeks since the number on the scale started with a two. I feel like I have crossed a barrier line of sorts … between the morbidly obese and the simply obese. As someone with a lot of spunk and energy, I strongly objected to having the adjective “morbidly” anywhere near my frame.
When I was gaining the weight, I rarely got near a scale. Now I must admit to being a bit obsessed: weighing and recording daily. Does anyone else find that his/her relation with the scale changes with body awareness? How often do you weigh? I like to know if I am now “morbidly” obsessed or actually about average … another adjective I try to avoid!
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By Maureen
March 7, 2007 8:27 AM | Link to this
More power to you!!! Even though I’ve only known you a short time, I’ve no doubt that you have the inner strength to accomplish your goal! It’s all about a commitment to that special person within! Ciao!
By Amy
March 7, 2007 9:06 AM | Link to this
Cyd- I have known you forever and know that when you put your mind to something, obviously, you can do it. Keep it up and Atlanta better watch out, a svelte Cyd could be dangerous!
By Laura Kay
March 7, 2007 9:08 AM | Link to this
Cyndee, bravo for you! I love reading your blog. When I started this AJC challenge I gave my scale to a friend because I also am known to weigh myself once, twice, three times a day everyday. I think you, Jen, and I should meet over a healthy lunch. Keep up the good work! Laura
By Cuzin Jo
March 7, 2007 9:10 AM | Link to this
You go, girl! We’re behind you all the way … which is apparently shrinking by the minute!
Looking forward to seeing the brave, new (never average) you!
By Janet Albert
March 7, 2007 9:22 AM | Link to this
Hey Cyd, I think you are totally gorgeous just the way you are but I am so proud of you for going down this path! Oops I;m getting dirty looks from air attendant as I have to shut my computer off! Lots of love, mexo
By A. Dinnerman
March 7, 2007 9:36 AM | Link to this
You started out pretty but by now must be GORGEOUS! I’m so proud of you! B.t.w., your writing skills are impressive! Will I see a book or article in the future?????? I love to brag about my relatives, you know…… Auntie A.
By JMP
March 7, 2007 10:14 AM | Link to this
I dont know baseball but I do know fat .. what you are doing is the most incredible thing you will ever do for you .. trust me on that one .. keep up the great work and stay out of the frig .. I cant wait to see much less of you in the v. near future! Step away from the Scale!! It can own you .. Just see how good you look in those jeans! You rock!
By Beth E.
March 7, 2007 10:48 AM | Link to this
Oh my goodness, the beauty of the constant battle. Since I am the sister of the boyfriend (and I’m sure I weigh more than he does as well, but he seems to love us anyway…sigh)I will throw my proverbial weight behind you as well!! I am still working on baby weight gain from my first baby, and she is now almost 8. I think I need some sessions with the Gee too!! Go baby go!! (Move away from the scale!!!)
By Jill
March 7, 2007 11:42 AM | Link to this
I hear from the relatives that you look fabulous! Good for you! I love that you are losing weight with a sense of humor! Keep up the great work!
By Kim
March 7, 2007 11:59 AM | Link to this
Cydnee - This is awesome - what fun - I will follow along and it will keep me motivated too! Good luck Kim
By wayne
March 7, 2007 12:22 PM | Link to this
Nope, not at all. I’ve tried to lose weight for years and have not been able to do so and keep it off. I now set a monthly goal andenter it on the last day of the month, I don’t diet, just watch what I eat, add veggies, low calarie but filling foods. Each morning I weigh, sometimes it fluctuates as much as 5 lbs, too much sodium! Being aware of your weight each and every morning sets the “meal planing” for the day. It works!!
By Anne
March 7, 2007 4:30 PM | Link to this
Way to go Cydnee! What an inspiration to us all!
By Susan Moyer
March 7, 2007 5:08 PM | Link to this
Cydnee my friend, I am so proud of you. You will be my inspiration! I can’t wait to read your weekly words of humor and humility as you continue to conquer this battle of the bulge! I have no doubt that you will not only succeed, but you will kick the booties of the other gals in the contest! Good luck!! Susan in SF
By Cheryl Orlansky
March 8, 2007 3:39 PM | Link to this
Cydnee,
I have many of my patients readng your blog so you keep it up. You are an incredible writer and inspiration to others. Keep weighing regularly actually forever, I think that is the problem with many people, what you don’t know won’t hurt you….. Cheryl Orlansky
By Jennifer A
March 9, 2007 10:25 AM | Link to this
Great post! I have an addiction to the scale as well, but I’ve been told by my trainer that it should be put in the attic — for now at least!
By diane and stan
March 12, 2007 11:18 AM | Link to this
when a scale is involved obsession is a good thing
By Lisa Schleifer
March 12, 2007 4:16 PM | Link to this
Great job Cyd. That is a lot of weight to lose. I bet you look and feel fantastic. I’m dying to know what a 20/20/20 class is? Keep me posted with your progress.