Last year I was lucky enough to do a Claritin ad in Family Circle, and this time I got picked to be in Glamour Magazine.
They did an open call on Twitter in search of women at their “happy weight”. I saw it. I clicked the link. And then I submitted my picture with a quick bio, yet I thought to myself, “They’re never gonna pick me for this.”
But they did pick me. Well how about that! I got to go to New York for a photo session in Times Square.
I’m on page 46 of Glamour Magazine’s January 2012 issue. It’s the one with the Kardashian b!tches on the front. You should go grab a copy. The article features 6 women, including myself. We’re each holding a sign showing our weight.
It’s really interesting to see the other chick’s weights and do a little comparing (sorry, I couldn’t help myself). It was a great visual lesson on how height and body composition play a big part in how a person looks. Go check it out. You’ll see what I mean. And at least two of these women used to be over 200 pounds. Their weight loss is amazing. It’s very inspiring.
So, hmmm. I wonder if I’ll ever get another opportunity like this again?? I sure hope so! It was a lot of fun. ((giggles))
Emergefit says
November 30, 2011 at 11:31 pmGood for you!!! Love the pic too!!! Grrrrrrrrrr
bossygirl says
November 30, 2011 at 11:34 pmThis is great Josie!! You look beautiful!!! You are my shero!!!! #dedicated2fitness
Quix says
December 1, 2011 at 12:10 amWoohoo go you! You look so amazing and happy there. Congrats on being picked!
Barbara says
December 1, 2011 at 7:54 amCongratulations!!! You look amazing. What a fun experience that must have been.
155 is my super happy fantabulous haven’t weighed it since my wedding day super goal. I’ll settle for 160 though. 😉
Sagan says
December 1, 2011 at 8:18 amCongratulations!!!! So proud of you 🙂 That is super cool.
Amber @ Busy, Bold, Blessed says
December 1, 2011 at 8:23 amCongrats! You look amazing and you deserve it 🙂
JourneyBeyondSurvival says
December 1, 2011 at 8:33 amYou are gawjus dahlin. I turn Southern when I gush. Congrats! You are inspiring.
444 says
December 1, 2011 at 9:01 amAwesome! I’m so proud of my friend for being in the magazine I used to read cover-to-cover every month when I was a young’un. You’ll be inspiring young’uns everywhere now.
:o)
Also, I’m shooting for 155 now (slid back to 161.) That picture will be my jealousy-incentive/inspiration now!
444 says
December 1, 2011 at 9:03 ammy smilies always come out wrong. That was supposed to be:
: o )
Yum Yucky says
December 1, 2011 at 3:36 pmwoman, you’re only 6 away from 155. you can do it in a jiffy!
Sherry says
December 1, 2011 at 9:24 amWhat a hottie! You look like you feel great! Looking great is one thing (and you look fantastic), but feeling great about it is the best part.
misszippy1 says
December 1, 2011 at 9:45 amCongrats! You look fantastic–well deserved!
Marzipan says
December 1, 2011 at 9:46 amYou look GORGEOUS! Extremely awesome. xoxo
Yum Yucky says
December 1, 2011 at 3:37 pmThank you, Mara! And might I add that you’re looking pretty fab in those sunglasses. xo
Faith @ For the Health of It says
December 1, 2011 at 9:51 amAww, congrats! That looks like so much fun 🙂
Karen says
December 1, 2011 at 9:54 amSo cool! And you look amazzzzzing,.
Pocket says
December 1, 2011 at 10:56 amGuess who’s running to pick up a magazine today? ME! I’m so happy for you
Ebbs says
December 1, 2011 at 10:58 amCongrats and you look so good! 🙂
Melissa says
December 1, 2011 at 11:07 amWoot! You are a rockstar! I’m glad they are showcasing you because you are amazing! Seriously, Josie, you inspire me everyday. I love your positive, balanced attitude and how encouraging you are towards others. Way to rock it, girl! And you lot HOTT!
Yum Yucky says
December 1, 2011 at 3:38 pmThank you. Melissa! Your inspiring words are more fuel for me to keep on rockin’ in!
@somerskys says
December 1, 2011 at 11:09 amI AM SUPER!, SUPER!! PROUD OF U JOSIE! BE CAUSE LIKE I SAID B 4 AND CAN VOUCH! 4 HOW UR HEALTHY EATING, UR WORKOUTS, AND POSITIVE MINDSET RE-MADE, U I AM A PROUD! PROUD! BUDDY. JOSIE, YOU REALLY LOOK BEAUTIFUL!! AND U R! TRUELY AN AMAZING PERSON :o)
Todd says
December 1, 2011 at 11:49 amJosie, that’s friggin’ awesome! Congrats!
KCLAnderson (Karen) says
December 1, 2011 at 12:35 pmYou are just such an amazing woman…I am so proud of you. Congrats on all you have accomplished!!
Yum Yucky says
December 1, 2011 at 3:39 pmThank you, Karen. That means a lot coming from you. =)
Cort the Sport says
December 1, 2011 at 1:04 pmThat is the coolest, great pictures!!!
Melissa D. says
December 1, 2011 at 1:09 pmI’m a new reader of your blog and new fan. Â Congrats, Girlie!
Yum Yucky says
December 1, 2011 at 3:40 pmHi Melissa! It’s nice to meet you. Thanks for joining in on the Yum Yucky fun! xo
Jody - Fit at 53 says
December 1, 2011 at 2:00 pmYou look so amazing Josie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yes, weight is deceiving! I see shows where they show the same weight on different people – you show it well!!! 🙂
How exciting!!!
Will you be signing copies??? 😀
merrymishaps says
December 1, 2011 at 2:02 pmThat’s awesome. Congratulations!
Erin says
December 1, 2011 at 2:14 pmYAY! Way to go girlie!
Tara Burner says
December 1, 2011 at 2:45 pmWoot!!! you ROCK it girl!
Kenlie says
December 1, 2011 at 3:38 pmThis is soooooooooooooo awesome! 🙂  You are soooooooooooooooooooooo awesome!Â
Lisa says
December 1, 2011 at 3:41 pmWhat an AWESOME interview! I love the photo! Go you!
skippymom says
December 1, 2011 at 4:33 pmYou look FABULOUS! [What’s new?]Â
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I am so happy you posted that pic’ because as much as I love you and want my own copy I REFUSE to buy, watch or be akin to anything with the “Will Whore For Money/Fame” Kardasians. Â I just can’t bring myself to purchase that issue of Glamour. sigh.
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Looking great girlie! So proud of you.
lisa says
December 1, 2011 at 5:07 pmwooo!! go you! and you look absolutely stunning!!!!!!!!
cuppypower says
December 1, 2011 at 10:02 pmYou look stunning! you have done good I am sure the elfs will be paying you a visit this year! <3
Coco says
December 1, 2011 at 10:02 pmI can’t wait to see the magazine. I bet you have the best smile of everyone, You look simply radiant! and HAWT!
Lee says
December 1, 2011 at 10:32 pmThat’s really cool. Â I’ll have to look for the magazine in the grocery store.
FatFighterTV says
December 1, 2011 at 11:01 pmHey hot stuff! I’m so excited for you!!! I’m def going to buy a copy – will you sign it???
Yum Yucky says
December 1, 2011 at 11:39 pmsigning copies? girrrl, you so silly.
Cassie says
December 1, 2011 at 11:15 pmgo head girl! how fabulous for you.. so happy for you.. keep doing what you’re doing for you and for others..Â
Yum Yucky says
December 1, 2011 at 11:40 pmthank you, Cassie! I love the ride I’m on. don’t intend to ever stop what I’m doing. 🙂
MizFit says
December 2, 2011 at 6:33 amOMGOSH!
YOU LOOK AMAZING HAPPY ZEN AND GLOWY.
xo
444 says
December 2, 2011 at 10:03 amThe thing that’s great about Josie is that she doesn’t make you feel like a loser if you eat a Twinkie (or Sno-Ball in my case, that’s my weakness.) She’s real, not phony. That’s why we love Josie – because we can be ourselves around her. She’s our REAL friend, not some mean diet-coach shaking a finger at us. She dips into the goodies now and then, and isn’t ashamed of it, because that’s real life, and life is meant to include some evil in it now and then. And she looks awesome, too, proving that you can be a real person and be healthy and look stunning all at the same time.
Look, I’m taking about you in third-person. You must be a celebrity now ! ! !
yumyucky says
December 2, 2011 at 11:41 amBest comment ever. I’m going to be extra fancy and add your comment/quote to my “about” page (and also link to your blog). You’ve REALLY made my day. =)
emma says
December 2, 2011 at 1:57 pmCongratulations !! I love your blog and I have picked up so many workout ideas, and healthy products that are helping me on my weight loss/health/getting my sexy back journey. You are a REAL inspiration 🙂
Flo says
December 2, 2011 at 11:18 pmOMG GRATS ON GLAMOUR!
i long to be in a magazine someday
lovely pic!
Sheri @Motivation For Fitness & Health says
December 3, 2011 at 2:21 pmYou lucky girl!!! You earned it and should be proud!
Coco says
December 3, 2011 at 10:03 pmI picked up the magazine today — yours is the best story!
angela says
December 10, 2011 at 8:14 pmThat’s so cool, look how sassy and famous you are! Love it!
GB Girl says
December 13, 2011 at 10:24 amWoohoo! I haven’t cracked open my Glamour yet but I definitely will now. 🙂
Diella says
April 4, 2012 at 12:27 pmHA! I accidentally found this page. I was with you during the shoot (girl on pg. 49, Glamour Mag.). Great experience, great way to celebrate weight loss 🙂 Â