MAINTAINING A LARGE WEIGHT LOSS - WHAT IS MY IDEAL WEIGHT? TODAY IS WEIGH IN DAY!!

today I discuss a bit about my weight loss journey and how I maintain my weight loss.
basically, it's not rocket science, I do very little different from my weight loss plan to my weight loss maintenance plan . . . just very minor tweaks to stop the weight loss.
FINALLY, after all these years of hell, I now have the solution to living a peaceful life!!
Be well,
Lulu

[@df6069]

I have no idea how KZbin recommended your channel to me but I clicked on one of your videos last week and have been catching up on your videos since then. Nothing like hearing your positive vibes. Thanks for sharing and for being so inspirational.

[@LulusWay64]

hi DF!!! thanks for your lovely encouraging note to me! I'm so glad you are here!! Lulu

[@Myzenlife65]

Thank you for this video. Such an inspiration to me today. I am 63 years old and over the past couple of years have been focusing on optimum health. I have lost 60 lbs and am off all medications. Your story helped me today keep going. 😊

[@LulusWay64]

hey Rose!! well, GOOD FOR YOU!! you took your health into your own hands, got yourself off those meds . . . what an example of what happens when you FOCUS on optimum health!! not just decide to do it, but actually DO IT!! I'm so happy for you, and you gotta keep going, because it's totally worth you!! you are my rock star!! Lulu

[@KatShotz]

Congrats! I read your message to Lulu of course. 60 lbs is hard to lose! Great job!

[@thearamatrose]

Lulu, you are so grounded, it's like listening to someone who cares telling you 'it's okay'. You truly are a blessing dear. Thank you for making your channel and posting so often, I really look forward to hearing your take on the day. God Bless you!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Tamara!! thanks so much for your lovely and encouraging note to me. so happy to hear that you are enjoying my channel. soooooo glad you are here! Lulu

[@sandycrabtree4795]

Love your msg😊❤ I look forward to your message every day. Wish I could meet up I'm in Florida.

[@TeresaTeeple-tu9lf]

I was really enjoying your van videos with the message of “just get out there and do it “ but I now believe that I was somehow led to your channel to hear what your sharing now, the healthy food plan, that it’s doable, watching you prepare your food, simple, easy, inexpensive, no gimmicks. You are very inspirational and I’m glad I found you

[@LulusWay64]

hi Teresa! thanks so much for your lovely note!! "just get out there and do it" applies to my message of vanlife and my message of healthy living . . . both of them, ya just gotta do it!! I'm grateful to include both of these passions of mine into the content of this channel!! I'm glad you found me too, Teresa!!

[@heavenswarriors3244]

Hi Lulu, your so beautiful and your grip on life is too. I really needed to hear your approach to food and really paying attention to what and how you prepare it. Eating to live, great idea. You are an inspiration for me to change.

[@heatherhopf8466]

So glad you made this channel, you have too much wisdom not to share.❤

[@kathy7531]

I’m so blessed by your calm no nonsense approach to life. I have struggled with my weight as well as eating very unhealthy foods for the past 30 years. Now at 65 I’m in very poor physical health. Today listening to you has given me encouragement and the drive to jump off the log, not just decide. I’ve decided so many times and never really left the mental space that was keeping me hostage. Thank you, and I will continue to gather encouragement from your videos. Have a blessed day!

[@LulusWay64]

hi kathy, thanks for your note. it's never too late to change things up. I hope you remain encouraged. I'm so glad you are here!! Lulu

[@debbiesue4287]

This is so inspiring and so similar to my struggles With weight. I just love how you handle things. You just declutter the whole process keep it healthy and simple.. Thank you Lulu have a wonderful wonderful weekend see you next time.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Debbie!! that's it EXACTLY!! "declutter the whole process", you put it so well!! I was always waiting for the next diet fad, the next perfect time to start, the magic pill, the next best seller on the subject, etc, etc. ad nauseaum!!! I decluttered!!!

[@Cjs_Travelin_Van-Na]

Yes, love that.

[@mariagaleas7227]

12 years ago I found FA and I went from 178 lbs to 138 lbs in three month, keeping the weight for a year. Gaining some pounts. When I saw your videos, your food remain me that time, and you inspired me to go back. This time I will try no loosing that much muscle.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Maria!! support groups are a fabulous way of staying inspired while embarking on changing your lifestyle and diet! good for you!! Lulu

[@linhdasagen6498]

It reminds me of FA too.

[@rt3156]

​@@linhdasagen6498 what is FA?

[@duncan461]

Thank you Lulu! Great video! You have lots to share and give.

[@MissLilasTeaRoom]

Once again dear lady you've inspired so many! Thank you! Love Ya, Miss Lila

[@vontrohs]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing your story!!! Just what I needed!!!❤

[@_gypsysoul]

Thank you for the inspirational conversation Lulu.

[@darlenemiller1927]

Thank you Lulu for your beautiful journey.🙏

[@teresawolf9335]

Thank you for sharing with us. I love your sincerity and honesty. I always look forward to your videos.

[@donnalittle3622]

Thank you for making these videos - so inspirational and down to earth at the same time.

[@nancyjohnson2070]

Thank you Lulu for explaining how to maintain your healthy lifestyle. There are always ways to tweak what we need. Where we can do better.

[@BrendaStowell-uj1hr]

Lulu, thank you for your inspiring words. Natural and effortless sounds so beautiful. Much love

[@LulusWay64]

hi Brenda!! yeah, it's only a struggle if I fight it. Lulu

[@WanderingTexzen]

Thank you for being you Lulu❤

[@taradoster3087]

I love that, lulu whatever we do is an adventure if we feel good. I salute you for living your bless life. One day at a time❤

[@LulusWay64]

hi Tara! thanks for your lovely note! life is just so simple, I complicated things for way too long, it's about redefining everything, it's a process, it's doable, and it's quite exciting!! glad you are here, Tara!! Lulu

[@janemichael9433]

This truly spoke to me today. I like the analogy of the three frogs so much. Making a decision does nothing without action. Good good thoughts! Thank you. 😊

[@LoOnTheGo]

Lulu listening to you speak is so calming to me. Thank you for being exceptionally you.

[@LulusWay64]

oh Lo, thanks so much for your very kind and encouraging note to me, appreciate it!! Lulu

[@rusty8719]

Excellent video, your an inspiration. Lots of wisdom.

[@cruzmuniz1823]

Thanks for beeing there for us!

[@LIFE_is_G20OD]

Thank you for sharing. Loving your videos. So glad you are continuing to share with us even though you're at home.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Marianne!! I'm grateful that I something else that I'm passionate about other than vanlife. so I'll continue to share subjects other than vanlife if there is an interest!! BUT, I reorganized my garage yesterday to prepare and get ready to begin the new van build, and I look forward to sharing that content too (home, but still on the subject of vanlife!!) glad you are here! Lulu

[@emiliagarcia6868]

Enjoyed the video today ❤️ Glad you're doing good 😊❤ Great information 😊❤

[@bettegould6655]

You’re very inspirational!! Love your videos especially your weight loss and health journeys

[@LulusWay64]

he Bette! what started as a vanlife channel has evolved! HAHA. I guess whatever one is passionate about will be revealed. I am passionate about vanlife and about health maintenance and sooooo many other things (those for another day!! LOLO

[@gloria5873]

Lulu thank you for your inspiring and wise words. I love listening to you and watching all your videos. You're the best! 👍 ♥

[@LulusWay64]

thanks for your encouraging note, Gloria!! Lulu

[@nataliecolbert5790]

Thank you for all the inspiration. I’m so glad I found your channel.❤

[@LulusWay64]

hello Natalie!! stay inspired!! I'm glad you are here!! Lulu

[@susanhiggins1940]

Thank u so much for sharing!!! You really make this so well. ❤❤❤

[@rosemaryromero3567]

Lulu, you are such an inspiration and a blessing. I'm 77 years young and I too feel so great for my age. I have to watch how I eat and I love working out every day and I do understand that working out is not for everyone. I'm so happy that I'm able to enjoy life with my family and 22 great children and 17 grand children. God is good and He's been very good to you.

[@lind5180]

Loved this. Thank you.

[@annieb3208]

Lulu....thank you so so much for sharing your weight loss journey and your struggles! You’ve helped me so much. I’m struggling with trying to lose weight. I have major health problems but most of all I just want to feel better so I can enjoy whatever time I have. Finding your channel and your wisdom has been such a blessing to me. And I also enjoy hearing and studying Wayne Dyer.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Annie!! thanks for your note. and I hope you find your way and that I perhaps may be an inspiration for you to begin your own take-back-your-health journey!!! take it back, Annie, because you're worth it!! glad you are here! Lulu

[@Kiwiwanderer]

Lulu, I think this is my favourite video. So many gems 💎 in this open, honest talk. My fave …” I’m very intentional in my actions and thoughts “. That is absolute magic ✨💫 I was like you…. 15kg on and off like a yo-yo over the years….now The quality of my food is 100% improved, my exercise is far more consistent …I have kept 10kg off for years but really I need another 10kg off ….and what you described so well and simply in this video is possibly the missing piece. Thank you

[@LulusWay64]

thanks for your note, glad you enjoyed the video . . . I hope you continue your healthy journey and take it all the way!!! you got this! Lulu

[@vickieellers1832]

Thank you for sharing your weight loss story, and thank you for showing us the chart, very helpful. I really enjoy your videos, they are very useful and encouraging.

[@LulusWay64]

hi vickie!! so happy to hear you are enjoying my videos and I'm glad that you are here!! thanks for writing!! Lulu

[@paulabarclay8754]

Lulu. You have inspired me to start the virta plan. Thank you. I love all your positivity. I lost my husband a year ago and it’s been really hard to care about much of anything since then. Your channel and YOU are helping me get back on my feet and try and enjoy living again.

[@LulusWay64]

hello Paula, thanks for your note! may your journey to peace and joy restore you to happiness once again, and your new food plan keep you well. stay inspired! Lulu

[@theadvertist]

Lulu......Thank you, thank you, thank you. I was doing well on my personal weight loss journey until about 3 months ago and the bread and sugar started creeping back in....even though I am vegan, you can still have an unhealthy diet and those two things were making their way back into my daily meals. I caught your video on your tiny house/master bedroom and started working my way back across your shows and am so glad I did. You've got me back on track, so thank you so much.😀 Love your channel!!!

[@LulusWay64]

hello!!! thanks so much for writing!! so happy to know you feel back on track!! YAY YOU!! yes, that bread and sugar just sneaks back in . . . like one bite and I'd be doomed!! I'm so happy you love my channel, thanks for letting me know that!! I'm so glad you are here!! Lulu 😊

[@marym9585]

You are inspiring...please keep sharing your regimes.....I love your channel ❤

[@mariavrancken9113]

Absolutely love your videos. So naural, down to earth and a breath of fresh air. I am so tired of being taken for a ride with everything to do with weightloss. Am going to try your meal plan. Thank you and may God bless you for helping others without wanting to make lots of money from it. ❤

[@LulusWay64]

hi Maria!! I'm so happy you are enjoying my videos so much!!! no money to be made here for me. I just started a vanlife channel and everybody started asking me about my food so I started talking about my food and weight loss. it's just balanced nutrition, the idea of balanced nutrition is a free idea!!! 😊

[@donniemitchell465]

Lulu ,thank you so much for sharing, so Encouraging ❤️🙏🏽👍🏽

[@lnix2433]

In my opinion, this is the BEST healthy weight advice on the internet! Thank you dear lady for making videos sharing your thoughts, experiences, and wisdom.

[@LulusWay64]

hello!! thanks for your supportive and encouraging note to me!! I appreciate it!! I'm so glad you are here! Lulu

[@jennymwitcher]

"It's not a burden to take good care of myself. " - Lulu Peace, agile, intention, effortless, grateful Beautiful words -- thank you!!

[@Michelle-bw1xg]

Lulu, you are a true inspiration in your van adventures, your food and in your spirit. I am obese and aspire to transition to full time van life within a year or so. Loving your role model of health and joy on the road, and commitment to self. I have a lifetime sugar/food addiction but have done similar food to yours years back and it works. Digging deep for the true willingness to do the work again, and find my way back to health. Food is for sustenance but done wrong it can serve other purposes, at a cost of course. Success is possible for sure, not always easy to make good food choices multiple times a day (vs. other addictions one can stop completely). Wishing all out there wellness!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Michelle!! thanks for your note! I think with food, we do need to "stop completely", with particular food items. that is truly the only way, for me, that those foods stopped calling my name, day in and day out! I'm glad you are here!! Lulu

[@Michelle-bw1xg]

@@LulusWay64 For me that is true too. Have a blessed day.

[@rebeccaofpollywogflatts8976]

Thank you for sharing your story. Stating the facts of what works for you sheds light on what may work for me. I am tired of being tired and 'bad'.

[@LulusWay64]

being tired and 'bad" is just so tiring!! keep the light shining bright on what may work better for you . . . what serves you well? ❤️

[@NancyandMako]

No good or bad so good!! I was bulimic for years and years and years and a nutritionist finally helped me! I am so grateful for my healthy body and I treasure it… no more deals I love that! I have removed sugar and alcohol from my diet and it is freedom for me! I am 68 years old and I agree I am healthy and so grateful! Thanks again for sharing your beautiful story!!! I struggle with meditation too but a very good friend said I can meditate in the woods while I hike and walk… so that’s what I do😊😊

[@LulusWay64]

hi Nancy! thanks for your note and for sharing a bit about yourself. I'm so happy to know you found a way out of your bulimia and that you're done with Let's Make a Deal too!! Lulu

[@kaymccain1593]

Hi Lulu, I like what you said, your staying strong. ❤

[@sandym8854]

Thank you for sharing, I struggle with food issues. Your food and cooking videos are good I like that you list exactly what you do. I have a lot in common with you from what I see on your videos. Thank you again and please keep sharing about your plan it helps me.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Sandy!! for me, when I stopped fighting, I no longer struggle. the "struggle" was because I kept eating junk anyway even though I didn't want to. now I just accept and love the food I choose and now it's all I want!! YAY!! I will keep sharing about my food because it's my #1 priority every day, so it's always showing up in my videos, because I take the time and always put food prep and mealtime at the top of my list!! 😊

[@sandym8854]

@@LulusWay64 thank you I really appreciate you sharing your experience,strength and hope it’s just what I needed.

[@dianneburns5876]

I’m really enjoying your videos I found by accident … love the way you repurpose so many items …

[@LulusWay64]

thanks Dianne!!! I'm happy you enjoy my videos, thanks for letting me know that!! I'm so glad you are here!! Lulu 😊

[@loricoupon3518]

Gosh I just love your channel. Filled with wisdom and joy. I'm really impressed by your weight-loss and maintaining it. I am a yoyo dieter my whole life even from a kid. When you first started you successful journey were you following the same plan.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Lori!! I'm glad you enjoy my channel, thanks for letting me know that!! yes, I followed the same food plan, just less of each portion!!

[@brendasweetapple7444]

Hi Lulu, I'm new to your channel and I Love it you make me laugh you give me hope to my future life with my weight and activity. I'm almost 55 and i'm way over weight tried many different ways to loose weight and it just scares me every time. Your attitude and your life style is my style and I can't wait to watch and here more about what your doing and where your going....:D

[@LulusWay64]

hi Brenda!! thanks so much for your nice note to me! I appreciate it! glad you are here. stay inspired!! Lulu

[@denisebrogan4364]

Awesome. Love you smile at the end. ❤

[@navigatingtime2222]

Well said Lulu. I’m in agreement with you. Stop being obsessed with the scale and keep doing the right thing with food intake and exercise. That’s all one should ask of oneself.

[@LulusWay64]

AMEN!!!!

[@debbiedrake1638]

Another good word, you shared today. Bless you❤️

[@redgingerbreadpam]

Hey Lulu....such wisdom & logical sense. Your voice is so soothing to listen to also.

[@LulusWay64]

hey Pam!! thanks for your note!! appreciate it! Lulu

[@lorettakilgore6773]

Thank you 💕 so much. You make My day gracious

[@JoHarmon-hg7wz]

I know exactly what your saying. I have been on every diet known to man and just kept gaining weight. I think I have finally found my balance and have lost 48pds I have a long way to go but I just keep on pushing. Some of my problem was bad advice from a Dr. of over 19 yrs. , but my biggest problem of course was ME! I love food, all the wrong kinds of food. I think the first steps is coming to grips with your problem and fixing it. I'm by no means starving I eat really well but the right kinds of food. I really enjoy your channel, brings a lot of days gone by in the Italian neighborhoods of NJ. LOL

[@LulusWay64]

hi Jo!! once I got to place where I saw clearly the insanity of me putting "wrong kinds of foods" in my body, food that did not serve me well and worked against all my aspirations and goals, only then was I able to begin making more sane choices that aligned with who I wanted to be. then I stopped struggling. then I didn't need to "keep on pushing". it began, over time, to just feel natural and peaceful and the ONLY choice. keep at it, Jo!! Lulu

[@annawitter5161]

You lost over 100 pounds and kept it off. This is enormous victory! You are such an inspiration to many. I am eating disordered and just love listening to you as you talk sense. God bless❤

[@LulusWay64]

hello Anna!! stay inspired and listen to the common sense of just eating balanced nutrition and making wise healthy choices!! you got this!! 😊

[@shirleydevers583]

Thank you for sharing.

[@debbiepeirce7509]

Thank you for sharing!! I too am trying to find my ideal weight. Your an inspiration to many woman

[@LulusWay64]

hi Debbie!! check out that chart on mayoclinic.org, you'll find it there!! stay inspired!! Lulu

[@glennacoriell6445]

Thanks so much for balanced thinking. I'm seventyeight and have worked to be balanced and natural , but this are has caught up me and I lost track of what I needed to be balanced. You have brought this back to me, I love that you are about living and joy not about a focus on all the beauty products to look young but embrace age with joy.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Glenna! thanks for your note!! yeah, I don't need a bunch of stuff to make me look younger, I just want things that make me feel good, and it starts with the food, balanced food is my best bet to feel good every day!! I'm not indestructible but I can do everything I can to be the best i can be, while I'm here!! Lulu

[@jeanwest1058]

Love this ❤

[@lesro7532]

Great video. I like how you went 100% on your health journey by eating the best healthy foods, and stopping the "poison" alcohol and sugar.. I have been in my health journey as well, but I am 80% healthy eating ,and 20% not so healthy. Today I turned 50 year old and I have decided to take it to 100%, I am not drinking alcohol anymore ,and I am eating healthy all of the time, no matter if it means cutting off a few friends ,at least until I feel stronger..... Thank you for sharing your videos.

[@LulusWay64]

when you change the way you eat, sometimes that means changing up your playmates, your playground and your play toys!! but it's worth it to just step back for a bit and get yourself super focused and committed!! please continue to share your journey with me, I enjoy about hearing it!! Lulu

[@outlawonadventure]

Hello Lulu! Great video! I have been on a weight loss journey as well the past 2 1/2 years. The program I have been on uses prepackaged fuelings in addition to whole food to help jump start your weight loss. As you are losing weight you work on small simple habit changes and mindset. I initially lost about 37lb but struggle with addiction to sugar and have been yo-yo’ing and so frustrated. I realized I’ve been using the prepackaged fuelings as a crutch, so now I am just eating Whole Foods despite having about 20lb to lose. Your videos have been extremely helpful and I totally agree with what you said about weight loss… it’s not about looking good, it’s about feeling good and enjoying a higher quality of life! I feel good and am active now, but know I will feel even better 20lb down! Have a blessed weekend!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Angela!! the only way for me to get out of the sugar for good was it give it up 100%. kinda like the way a drug addicts needs to put down the drugs, not just have it once in a while. I don't know what's in those "prepackaged fuelings" but if it's sugar, it's not serving you well, it's not fuel, it's poison!! I'm glad you're eating whole foods now and stay on track and you'll be on your way!! Lulu

[@outlawonadventure]

@@LulusWay64 the fuelings are nutritious, no sugar, they’ve just become a crutch. You are right about the sugar. I do fine as long as I don’t go near but one taste sends me on a binge that takes weeks to get under control. Totally not worth it!

[@alicial6072]

wow it's like you're talking about my life except for I haven't figured out how to get to my goal, I've lost and gained so many times and I'm on the gain right now, but I'm not giving up, I have to believe that someday I'll find what works for me, I always say it's a head game, just need to get my head in the game.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Alicia!! you got that right, it's all in the head!! once I got it in my head that it was pure insanity for me to put foods in my mouth that don't serve my well-being and work against my aspirations and goals, I began to make sane choices. Be well, Lulu

[@kerrischuh8000]

You are such an inspiration.

[@bkberggren46]

Bless you , Thank you ❤

[@princesspamela1959]

I came for the Van-ity... (Van build vids) And stayed for the Sanity... Thanks for the Experience, Strength and Hope ... This morning I got out my Dusty scale and weighed and measured out my breakfast... feels really good! Thank You❤

[@dotcrawford5929]

So Ian praying I will find the courage to meet up with a older group really want to step out of my comfort box! Lulu you are so real! so helpful,so inspiring,so beautiful thank you! I live in Mass.and will look for a group in this area

[@LulusWay64]

if you find a group in this area, let me know. I would organize one but I truly don't know where to start. where in Mass would be a place we could have a meet up with a group? are there any campgrounds with group camping areas?

[@carolw2068]

thank you Lulu!

[@jeanbaker239]

Great video Lulu! I am 74 and have lost 2 inches in height too. Thank you for honestly sharing. I checked the chart and have lots of work to do! I don’t want to be that frog😊

[@LulusWay64]

hello Jean!! thanks for your note, "don't be the frog"!!! Lulu

[@sue9252]

Congratulations on your diligence to keep your weight from creeping back up. I know it’s a hard thing to do for a lot of us. We all have our struggles. I struggle too but not with numbers. I put on a pair of jeans today that I wore last spring and I was happy that they fit exactly as they did last time I wore them. This past winter I started walking a lot more and that helps me to maintain. I stopped eating snacks like they were going out of style . That too helped . I eat the bulk of my food in moderation early in day between 11:30 ish and 2pm. I push supper to 6:30 ish instead of 5ish. If I’m hungry that I can’t sleep I have a small yogurt. If I go to bed early I fall a sleep on KZbin Lol! Then I don’t snack . Being mindful takes practice but it works for me. Maybe my regime can help someone that’s struggling. I find if you start to practice something sometimes it can become a habit. If at first you don’t succeed you try again.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Sue!! I totally agree with you, you can begin to practice something and eventually it will become a habit. just keep trying!! YES!! Lulu

[@sue9252]

@@LulusWay64 Hi funny because I was just thinking about what you might be up to seeing how you are back at your home base. Turned on my phone and there you are. Lol Anyway, another becoming habit is those 10,000 steps a day. After a little over a month now I know exactly how much I can’t sit down in order to get those steps in. It’s paying off . I’m a happy stepper. Hahahaha 🏃🏼‍♀️🚶‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️🚶‍♀️😁 Have nice day Lulu

[@Flyingdreams9688]

Lulu, you have such inspiring common sense. More power to you.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Deborah!! thanks for your nice note!! glad you are here!! Lulu

[@darleneharhara1382]

Love this approach . And you look amazing !

[@LulusWay64]

hi Darlene!! thanks for your note! I feel amazing and I'm so grateful every day!! Lulu

[@Cali-ForniagirlinMichigan]

Wow Lulu, I know I’m way behind with this video, but I was just looking back at some video’s I missed, this one hit home with me, it was sooooooo inspiring, thank you, thank you, thank you, I have been struggling past 5 years after my divorce trying to not feel hateful to myself, I’ve gained weight and just hated everything about me, now I’m crying, you are such a wonderful person and I can feel wonderful too if I take some of your advice God bless you my friend, your pal Susie

[@LulusWay64]

hi Susie!! thanks for your note. please stay inspired and try to find your way to self-love and wellness, take care of you because you are worth it!! Lulu

[@Cali-ForniagirlinMichigan]

@@LulusWay64 😁😊

[@cindylewis7072]

Great video Lulu! You’re such an inspiration… I wish we were neighbors. Much love !

[@janetstreit5307]

You are such an inspiration. I am doing it - managing my eating and weight. Started to lose weight seriously 4 years ago and have maintained a 70 lb loss for over 2 years. It takes making my eating an intentional priority every day, every meal, every bite. I just eliminated sugar and artificial sweeteners a few weeks ago and guess what? No more craving sweet. I love good, fresh (mostly local) whole food that is so delicious. Watching you inspires me I am not alone. Thx so much for sharing your life and eating.it is really supportive, my kindred spirit. BTW I am 69 and also have a great overall positive life attitude.

[@evettabush3435]

Yes, eliminating sugar took away cravings and lets me stick to healthy foods.

[@janetstreit5307]

@@evettabush3435 ♥

[@evettabush3435]

@@janetstreit5307 Lulu is so inspiring!🌞

[@LulusWay64]

hello Janet!! thanks for your lovely note!! you sound like you are working it!! YAY YOU!! "intentional priority every day", that's the ticket!! so glad you are here! Lulu

[@jessiehead6525]

Oh! A-ok! 🤓👍. Rock on, girl! I love the concept of approaching the scale as a tool to see if your plan is working or not. And if not, just make the necessary tweaks to the plan. Rather than using it as a way to put oneself down.

[@LulusWay64]

right Jessie! not only do we put ourselves down, sometimes we can get all cocky with "good news" from the scale, and then use it as an excuse or a good reason to eat more. it's all too crazy for me, I'm done with that!! glad you are here! Lulu

[@janeyoung2024]

Very inspiring, thank you 😊

[@shellyjay8954]

Thank you for the education. I was worried you were too thin. Now I understand. 👍🏼

[@reneeglickman9524]

You got this! We have a lot in common. I too have lost 100 lbs! I just turned 70 and I'm not going to let the old in. We both like "mrs Roper" dresses.

[@LulusWay64]

haha!! yes, the Mrs. Roper dresses!! when I got home, I washed it and hung it up and I can't wait for the weather here to get warmer so I can wear it again, it's so fun and comfy!! yup, let's not let the old in!! love that!! Lulu

[@dd1394]

Thanks for your wise words of inspiration ❤

[@georgiacorey954]

It all makes sense. You live intentionally & enjoy life. That is awesome!

[@kathleendumas9046]

I have seen your eating plan. I would also love something explaining how you cook all the veggies. You make it look so easy

[@LulusWay64]

I have several videos on cooking veggies, here is one of them to start with: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJPTdquhgc58ra8si=ZLUFN3knQ6E25cbR

[@shelleyclarke9325]

Good for you, Lulu! I’m 68 and have also lost lots (down from 272), however I’ve been terrible about sliding up and down the yo-yo string 30 or 40 pounds over and over. I wait until I hit the panic button. I’m going to try to use your example. I’m currently sliding down the string, and have a ways to go, darn it

[@LulusWay64]

hi Shelly!! the last 10 years of my eating career, I was fluctuating the 30 or 40 too. before that, I was playing with 80 or 100. but I just got so sick and tired of feeling sick and tired, I got so fed up with the yo-yo, beginning, starting, disappointed in myself again, I was just done with all of that. so here I am!!! and here you are!! YAY Lulu

[@grannypeacock1218]

Girl! We are kindred spirits. I hadn’t considered the “shrinkage” in setting an ideal weight range! I need to get myself measured. I kinda feel like I’m more compressing and bending than shrinking.

[@TaraannBudgetsandSelf-Care]

I love your channel

[@moscafroglover2127]

I love the frog analogy. That's me, I'm that frog. I can shout from the rooftops that I'm gonna make a change. But words are cheap. Action is where it's at. Thank you so much for sharing the weight chart. At 5'3", I am wayyyyy to heavy and my knees confirm it. I'm too young for my knees to feel this old😉 thank you for sharing your nuggets of knowledge with us LuLu. Ps. The 1st time lone camping is "so far so good",

[@LulusWay64]

yeah for things going well on our first lone camping!! it's so empowering and feels so good!! so happy to her it's going well!! ENJOY!! Lulu

[@RLeeVanCamps]

Glad solo camping is going well😊. It gets easier all the time.

[@moscafroglover2127]

@@RLeeVanCamps 🙌😊🌻

[@kimberlyknight4973]

Wow congrats on your weight loss. As I posted on another video I lost 100 lbs after the sleeve except for a current regain of 15 lbs I have maintained it for 5 years. After struggling with weight my entire adult life lose weight and regain all even after stage lll colon cancer I regained it all. My surgery is only a tool not a fix. We have to work at it to maintain the weight loss.The key for me is to stay active keep moving. I have survived cancer, I have a stent in my widow maker and have some serious orthopedic issues but I am not going back to where I was.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Kimberly! I've seen a number of people that I know have weight loss surgery, and not one successful for the long-term. so you are very wise to be clear that this is a tool, not a fix. so grateful you made it through all your health challenges, look at how strong you are!!!! and that you have no intentions of going back to where you were!! I'm so glad you are here! Lulu

[@Kiwiwanderer]

These are my fave quotes to live by and you certainly are living them all. “ Does it expand you or diminish you” ..James Hollis “The key is to keep asking yourself the same question, again and again and again: this is your life - what do you want to pay attention to?” - Catherine Price

[@LulusWay64]

wow, those are some great quotes, Tanya, thanks for sharing!! Lulu

[@karinhart489]

Healthy eating! Watched this episode while chopping veggies for my main meal of veg stir using mostly steam fry, 3 fried eggs in a tad olive oil, & sliced polish sausage made from 100% grass feed beef. Eating low, low carb (under medical supervision) I lost over 100 lbs, and have upped my activity mostly through walking. I have more # to loose, but it’s just a one day at a time, one healthy meal at a time. The Medicare supplement plan I’m looking at signing up for later this year includes a gym membership like planet fitness, so I’m figuring out a small circuit routine to work on some of my weaker muscles when I stop for a shower on the road & boondocking. Enjoy your day.

[@krishoffer8984]

Love these insights! I weighed in at 227 today, approaching my highest weight. Need to lose to be agile and comfy in my camper.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Karin!! it sounds like you've hopped on same train I'm on!! keep chugging along, you are doing amazing!!! so glad you are here, and please continue to share your journey with me/us here, I love hearing about it!! you got this!! Lulu

[@danadickey4513]

This is a vast topic.... I think most of us struggle with weight. I most definitely have.. despite my long, fast, harsh workouts. Over the years I've learned to calm down and just be gentle with myself. For me, changing my diet was key. I was determined to do this... mostly eating veggies and some fatty beef, or salmon in small portions. Of course, I lost friends, drinking buddies... some laughed at me .... also asking "What are YOU NOT eating now!!" Some of the blow back was angry. I learned alot along the way... about myself... others. Yeah, it's a journey. But it's soooo worth it. It's so tough for me to slow down... Meditation... also tough for me so I go for a walk... to me that's kinda like meditating... I never get it perfect ... I'm working on letting that go.... walk in gratitude...every step is a prayer... count my blessings. I SOOO wish everyone to find their way in life. As corny as is sounds... I'm glad I found you, Lulu! Do you know how awesome you are! Thank you for your courage to put yourself out there. Much love.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Dana!! I agree, the journey is worth it!! I love your gentle approach to your health, and your meditation sounds lovely. you are awesome too!!! I'm so glad you are here! Lulu

[@roseklinger2897]

Lulu this was so thought provoking! Thank you so much, my mind is working on this. I love how you point out the difference between “deciding” to make a change and DOING it! Can I ask…was there an external event (leaving a relationship, etc) that spurred you to begin your healthy body journey eight years ago?

[@LulusWay64]

hi Rose!! all the times I decided to lose weight in my life has always been because of an external event, that would be my motivation. but that was never for the long-term. the long-term successful change came when it wasn't about anything other than just being so darn sick and tired of being sick and tired. I was tired of drinking all the time and eating so much and always breaking promises to myself on a daily basis. I just broke and was D-O-N-E!!!! that was 9 years ago. (the 8 years I mentioned in the video was how long I have been maintaining). I'm glad you are here, Rose!! Lulu

[@roseklinger2897]

@@LulusWay64 that’s great to hear! I’m really enjoying your channel and your philosophy! 😊

[@murialpack5350]

Thank you for being you! 😁

[@evettabush3435]

I'm working on a new lifestyle of low carb and intermittent fasting. I've shrunk 2 inches in height as well. Down to 5"1'. I have a lot of weight to lose but can see it happening now. And see the way to maintain my loss as well. It's worth it to feel better and I hope to eliminate 2 blood pressure meds as well.

[@LulusWay64]

he Evetta!! thanks for your note!! hop on the train with me!! it's a great life. it's here for you too!! eliminating those meds would be lovely goal to aspire to. keep me posted when one of them is eliminated so I can celebrate with you!! Lulu

[@elsathal7359]

Thank you for sharing your journey 💞 sweet potato dreams 🧚‍♂️

[@LulusWay64]

Elsa!! "sweet potato dreams", now that's way too cute!! thanks!! Lulu

[@elsathal7359]

@@LulusWay64makes for glorious mornings

[@elsathal7359]

@@LulusWay64 😉

[@brendahone2509]

Thank you for the talk. I was 5'3 and now am 5 foot. I am making changes in my eating habits. I am finishing my bottle of Western dressing. When its gone its gone. Will just use olive oil and balsamic on salads. I know with a diabetic husband I cant eat like you all the time. You should be praised for your dedication and hard work to get where you are. I went gluten free for a year and used zucchini as my pizza base or a portabella mushroom and enjoyed it. Both my husband lost weight. We don't do bread much but.... I think my hard part will be giving up a BLT sandwich.(we did go back to gluten). I guess I could make a BLT salad and be satisfied. I can see you have made a change in your brain as to eating food. I hope to get where you are. Bless you. I do believe you have helped many on how to look at food. Enjoy your day!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Brenda!! just keep considering your options and ways to improve your eating and perhaps one day that shift/change will happen in your brain too!! it's such a relief and so peaceful!! Lulu

[@brendahone2509]

@@LulusWay64 My diabetic husband want to try to eat your way too. Your impacting many. Thanks!

[@lindaalaniz7129]

That's what I'm trying for. Thank you. Peaceful. 😊

[@LulusWay64]

hi Linda!! keep trying, keep trying to choose better for Linda, cuz you are worth it!! glad you are here! Lulu

[@rayofsunshine107h]

Great point about eating complex carbs va carbs

[@LulusWay64]

hello Sunshine!!! yes, big difference!! I enjoy my complex carbs, it makes my life less complicated!! Lulu

[@salvationmtn0784]

Great advice

[@Kim-sg2vx]

Relateable.

[@KatShotz]

So agree!! I gained almost 40 lbs during Pandemic lock down and then diagnosed COPD I’m workin on getting back to the 130’s. I was 134 before Pandemic. I weigh everyday. I like the B once a month. Thank you!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Kat!! glad you hear you are working on it!! we're all a work in progress!!!

[@KatShotz]

@@LulusWay64 for true! If we stop ? We are dead. Not really but might as well be. I had to give myself a good kick in my Fanny to wake up.