I have been diagnosed with PCOS (Polycystic ovary syndrome). This is nothing new. I was diagnosed years ago. Many women with infertility find that this is the cause of it. To say the least, it is a huge bummer. One thing I have struggled with, because of it is weight loss.   Of course, I would love to say it had nothing to do with me not exercising, but that would most definitely be a lie. I am a procrastinator. I didn’t make exercise a priority. I felt defeated and tired wishing that I could lose weight. 

For the past 29 days I have made a huge change, I decided that I am NOT Defeated. I have repented of my laziness (although not completely of my procrastination) and have been taking steps to eat healthier. At my sister in law Becky’s invitation, I started using the app myfitnesspal on my phone. This has been a huge help to me, as I am a very competitive person. I am not really competing with anyone else though, just myself. So far I have lost 12.5 pounds! I still can’t believe that number is real. I am so happy. As I procrastinator, I must admit, that putting off exercising and counting my calories definitely did not pay off.

No one can make you want to lose weight, to change a habit, to eat healthier, or to strive for a better life. No one but yourself. Until I decided that I was not going to be defeated by PCOS and my laziness, nothing was going to happen. I recently read a quote on Pinterest that said “Discipline is just choosing between what you want now, and what you want the most.” What I want the most is to be healthier. To look in the mirror and see the same image I see in my mind’s eye.

One of my favorite bands is Relient K and their song “For The Moments I Feel Faint” is in my playlist for when I work out. It is a great motivator and is often how I feel. Without the Lord I cannot do anything. I cannot reach my goal of weight loss, I cannot  walk/jog a faster mile, and I cannot get my behind off the couch to put the shoes on. He is with me in the biggest things and the smallest and without Him I am nothing.

“For The Moments I Feel Faint”