Slow, Steady, and Still Moving Forward: My Weight Loss Journey
I’ve never been the overnight success type.
If weight loss were a children’s book, I wouldn’t be the flashy hare sprinting past everyone else. I’m much more a mash‑up of The Little Engine That Could and the tortoise — quietly puffing along, whispering “I think I can” on repeat, and refusing to quit even when the pace feels painfully slow.
And honestly? I’m okay with that.
Where This Journey Really Started
This journey didn’t begin with a goal weight, a dress size, or a timeline scribbled on a calendar.
It started with something far more basic:
- I wanted the energy to handle everyday life without feeling depleted by noon.
- I wanted to sleep better at night — real rest, not the kind where you wake up just as tired as when you laid down.
That was it.
No dramatic before-and-after photos. No lofty promises. Just a quiet desire to feel like myself again.
The 14-Day Reset: My Jumpstart
Enter the 14 day reset.
I didn’t expect miracles. I wasn’t chasing fast results. I simply needed momentum — something to help me push the train out of the station.
And that’s exactly what it did.
The reset gave me:
- Structure without overwhelm
- Clear starting lines instead of vague intentions
- Enough early wins to remind me that progress was possible
It didn’t change everything overnight, but it kickstarted my belief that slow and steady could still get me somewhere meaningful.
When Daily Hormone Essentials Took It Up a Notch
As my body adjusted and my consistency improved, Daily Hormone Essentials quietly stepped in and helped take things to another level.
Not in a loud, flashy way.
Not in a “blink and you’ll miss it” transformation.
Not in a “blink and you’ll miss it” transformation.
But in the way that actually matters:
- Better support for my body
- More sustainable progress
- A sense that things were finally working with me instead of against me
- Oh, and did I mention how it impacted my marriage? (Even typing that has me blushing, so you'll need to message me for those deets - my southern lady roots won't let me post them here.)
The Wins That Matter Most
Here’s where I pause — because these are the moments that feel almost sacred to me.
- 💍 I can wear my wedding band again — for the first time in years
- 👖 Down two pant sizes
- 📏 30+ inches lost overall
None of these happened quickly.
All of them happened honestly.
All of them happened honestly.
Each one is a reminder that the tortoise was right all along.
What’s Next: Balance and Burn
I’ll be adding in Balance and Burn next — not because I think I have to, but because I want to.
I believe deeply in being able to give people an honest assessment based on my own experience — the good, the neutral, and the challenging parts too.
If I’m going to talk about something, I want it to be grounded in real life, real effort, and real results.
Still Moving Forward
Some days I feel unstoppable.
Some days I feel like I’m crawling uphill.
Some days I feel like I’m crawling uphill.
But every single day, I’m still moving.
I’m still that little engine.
I’m still that tortoise.
I’m still that tortoise.
And this time, I’m not racing anyone.
I’m just showing up — slow, steady, and confident that progress doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful.
If you’re on a similar path, I see you. And I promise: slow doesn’t mean stuck.
It just means you’re building something that lasts.
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If you've been thinking about a raw diet for Fido but are hesitant because you think it is difficult, I promise it doesn't have to be.
In the beginning, I measured everything, but years later, I pretty much eyeball it.
- 1 apple, core and seeds removed
- 1 large carrot (I use ahredded because it mixes better)
- 5 oz spinach
- 2 whole eggs (yes, you want the shell in there)
- About 1 cup of whole plain yogurt
- 2-3T ground flaxseed
- 2T olive oil
- 3-4 chicken livers (or other organ meat)
Mix it all in food processor
Combine with about 1.5 lbs ground beef
Make into patties and freeze, then thaw as needed.
Obviously, the size of patties and/or amount you feed your dog will depend on his or her size.
And, of course, this is where I'm supposed to recommend you consult your vet. 😊
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In the spring of 2022, I happened to see a Facebook group offering support and a 14 day challenge to get your lymph system flowing. I had already been looking into natural ways to help my lymph pathways because I was waking up with bags under one eye and not the other. So when I saw the group, I thought “Accountability with other friendly people always helps, so why not?”
What I didn’t even know when I initially jumped in was that the group was run by a RN who would end up providing me with a ton of helpful videos, deep dives into the science (if I wanted them), great informational posts, and a daily checklist to keep me on track.
Now, I know lots of people joined that group because they heard about possible weight loss. Some people did experience that, but that’s not why I decided to try it. I wanted that mystery swelling gone. Within two days, I realized that my body had not been sweating properly. My system reset quickly and started eliminating toxins as it should. The swelling went away. And while I didn’t lose weight exactly, my clothes weren’t as tight because the fluid retention was gone. What definitely did change was better sleep and increased energy levels - and who doesn't want that?
I’m so excited that the support group is coming back again for this spring. If you would like to join in, email me at ginny@sageginny.com for the FB access. Also, you can grab the items you need below.
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