blizair09

Congrats on your success. You are an inspiration to many.

Will you stop when you have reached your goal or do you want to lose a little more?

Do you have a plan for maintenance?

Thank you

I really could stop now. While I can lose 7 more pounds, I don't really need to. But I sat 180 as a goal at the beginning, so I am going to see it through.

I have been working to increase my calories steadily over this entire journey. I am between 1700-1800 on an average day now with a maintenance goal of 2000-2100. When I get there, I'll probably inch my carbs up a little, but I can't imagine ever letting them go over 50 on an average day. I'm planning to avoid pasta, rice, bread, and sugar at all times. It's all too much of a slippery slope for me. (And frankly, I am perfectly contented eating like I do.)

In fact, I have been flirting with maintenance a little bit already. Especially on days that I go out and have drinks. I still eat as I would; therefore, my calories are a little higher, and the carbs are a little higher because of the wine, and I never have one issue. That is kind of good to know.

That's fabulous, Bliz! Congratulations, it's been a while since I've been on BP and I'm happy to see you doing so well