Hey ladies, wanted to share my 8 month transformation so far as a pumping/breastfeeding and working mom. Also, I documented a full week of eating and training and just posted it on youtube. It does mention calories so do not watch it if that's a trigger for you. Would love your feedback/comments on the video!
@petr0s I think your transformation is great and one that definitely requires dedication!
I just can not stick to a diet that is monotonous. I tire of the same meals quickly. That seamed to benefit you a lot.
I think after gaining and losing and going back and forth a few times in my life with weight, getting used to healthier foods is definitely the hardest part for me.
For ex: I just can’t get myself to liking PB2 and I wish I did because I LOVE peanut butter. I also tire of oatmeal a lot! I’m also not a half of the plate veggie eater. But these foods are the reason you probably get satisfied and satiated and I believe it’s key to sticking to things!
Super motivating video though! I would comment on your video except I’m private outside of Reddit. just wanted to tell you how much your video got me motivated for this week!
@petr0s I appreciate how even though you talk about calories it’s actually reflective of what women should be eating while they’re working out AND pumping/breastfeeding. I see too many women who are convinced that they need 1200-1400 calories a day and get frustrated at not getting results and it breaks my heart.
I made the decision a few years ago to stop tracking food/meals because I got into a bad restrict and then binge cycle, but def remember having very similar meals (still addicted to the Walden farms syrup... can’t stand maple, that synthetic syrup is ).
I’m glad this is working for you and you’re able to find balance and enjoy your life. Also, so jealous of your home workout equipment. As soon as I stop pumping I can’t wait to go to the gym and get back under a squat rack, but until then making due with our home dumbbells.
And this is me 3.5 months postpartum . She’s 4.5 months now but I’m not tracking anything or really taking any progress photos—I snapped this one before a date night because I was feeling myself (if the leopard bra wasn’t already a call out of that).
@petr0s This is just the inspiration I needed! I’m 6weeks PP and have been feeling so despairing about all that jiggle I have to lose. I just feel like I hardly know where to start. You said you consume over 2000 calories a day? How tall are you?
You look incredible! It’s encouraging to know what can be attained with some hard work.
@chelsea_harper congratulations mama! I'm trying to boost engagement on the video since I worked way too hard on it...so if you comment there I'll absolutely answer.
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