Ever wonder why women gain weight when they get in a relationship? Me too. What is up with that?
Case in point. I weighed 123 lbs when I met my boyfriend. I was svelt, slim and wearing a size 5. That was a pretty big deal for me since I’d lost about 40 lbs a year earlier. Well, fast forward another year and guess what…I didn’t gain it all back (I won’t let myself) but I did gain 13 lbs!!! WTF! How could I gain 13 friggin’ lbs? Yeah, I know, that only pubs me at 136 lbs, but that’s 11 more than I want.
So to combat this little hike in my weight I’ve implemented some changes in my life. No more eating after 
nine just because my boyfriend (a martial arts instructor who burns calories like a mad man) wants a late night snack. No more burgers at McDonalds or fried nuggets at Sonic. No more eating 10 million times a day just because he’s always hungry. And no more sitting around working on my computer for hours on end without getting up and doing something physical. It’s time I got my body back.
So, starting Monday I started each morning with a jog/squat thrust ritual. I take a break every few days to go on a brisk walk. Today I weigh 134 lbs. Only 9 more lbs to go till I get to 125 lbs (my ideal weight).
Anyone else experience this annoying phenomena?
September 5th, 2008 at 12:51 am
Yup. My husband says he actually prefers me this way, so it’s like I’ve got a license to gain weight. I’d be happier with myself if I weighed at least 40 lbs less. But I loooooove food, hate exercise, and my busy life means I often eat what’s easy — even if that means Whoppers from BK and salt & vinegar chips… I think the only thing between me & morbid obesity is having a toddler to chase around the house! :>] (Oh, and did I mention hubby is also an excellent cook? lol)
September 7th, 2008 at 4:57 am
I’m going to start the 50 million pound challenge today. I hope to stick that out. I hope to goodness whenever I do get in a relationship that I don’t gain weght. Cause sista girl know that she loves her food.
September 10th, 2008 at 6:56 am
Hi Lindy - That’s nice. You get some comfort room that way.
Especially if the man can cook really well.
I love food too. All types of food. When I lived in MD (used to live in a suburb of DC) there was every type of ethnic food you could imagine. So many dishes to taste, so little weight I wanted to gain. Moving south was probably a good decision for me.
Hey Kolby - How is the challenge going? I’ve been more active and eating better foods so I’m doing okay. Going to the beach next week though…