Brand New Start

Thanks for the update, Sabrina.
I was just wondering how things were going.

Things have not been going according to plan. I have reverted to all my old eating and binging habits. And I'm as lazy as ever with no desire to exercise. I keep saying I'll start tomorrow but tomorrow never comes. I absolutely have to make some serious changes. I'm finding this very hard!

stress demands release ...
via a coping mechanism or some outlet.
Some people drink alcohol, some overeat,
some kick the dog ...

stress demands release ...
never heard tell of evaporative stress ...
great new product, though
You could put your kid through University,
Sabrina!

Roadie

You could do it ! And also , I haven't read all posts but complex carbs (starches) are important for you because it gives you energy (carbs are the best source of energy). Just limit sugar intake (simple carbs/double carbs) and you'll be fine in losing weight , just make your diet healthy and at the same time mix with some exercise!

I am resurrecting this thread as I have started over and so far it is going well. I am on day 3 of my new lifestyle of eating well and no drinking and so far it is going very well. I haven't started exercising yet but allow me to use the excuse of how hot it has been. At the moment, exercise physically pains me in various places, especially my hips but I know I need to persevere.

My supper last night was lean pork chop (grilled), baby corn, carrots, mange tout, cherry tomatoes and cucumber. No carbs (I had carbs in the morning). I got peckish much later but as it was close to bed time only had a small low fat yoghurt.

I am determined to stick with this. This is MY year to lose weight and regain that confidence and self esteem that I lost so long ago. And regain the respect of my husband which I know I have lost.

I can do this. I will do this. This is my time. I will keep updating.

Good going! Never a better time than the present. I have started over too and will be with you in spirit as make healthier choices. Best wishes, you can do this!

Still going strong. I did have a couple of drinks on the weekend but did not stray from my eating plan. If anything, I ate a little less than I should.

One of the plans I went on advocated seeds (pumpkin, sesame, sunflower) - at least two tablespoons a day. So I bought some as I love snacking on them. Only problem is that they were roasted and I ended up eating the whole pack in 2 days. That kind of defeats the object in terms of calories and fat content. But they were so yummy. So I won't be buying seeds again.

I haven't started exercising yet but I will soon. Promise.

imagine with all your mind (& a fine, creative mind you have) ~ believe with all your
heart (a warm, loving heart) ~ achieve with all your might (a teenage son--& you're
still alive!)
Roadie

Sabrina,
I'm new here and have just skimmed through your story in these posts. I'm also overweight and for a week now have been trying to eat less. I know that you're having trouble getting to the gym and I can so relate. Personally the thought of exercising around others (or even being in the same changing room) scare the wibblies out of me.

I'm no expert, but can I make a suggestion? Have you tried walking more?

You mentioned earlier in the thread that you were tired after a trip to the store. Maybe you could make that trip (or something similar) a daily event? It needn't take long, and probably isn't as good as the gym, but it may get the heart beating and burn a few more calories off. I'm going to try to walk the long way home from now on, doubling the length of my walk home.

Just a suggestion that may help you get into exercise without the stresses of the gym. Maybe you could get your husband to join you for a bit of moral support? It may stop the comments.

Hope that helps. Good luck and we're thinking of you and willing you to succeed.

I finally got the courage to weigh myself and I am at the same weight I was a year ago. So that was good. Only problem is I have now gained a little since weighing and I can't understand why. I have had a few cheats here and there but am sticking to eating well for the most part. I should not be gaining. I should be losing!

(((Sabrina)))) Sometimes we go through some fluctuations and why for example, my doc recommended that I not weigh myself as often as some weight loss programs recommend; it was driving me crazy all the changes up/down. Do what you need to change things up, whether it be finding healthier substitutes for some things or cutting back portions if those have increased or more water before meals or varying exercises, even little changes at a time can make a big difference. Meanwhile, hang in there!!

Don't weigh so often. We're older ... give our bodies and body chemistry a chance to settle down. Stress, anxiety keeps us from becoming our natural selves at this age. It's okay. give it time. It takes more time, now.
Roadie

I have finally lost the kilogram I gained. I am back where I started and I have been eating well for the past month and a bit. I have had some hiccups along the way, nothing major but probably enough to slow things down a little. Late night snacking has stopped altogether and I am still sticking to one to two carbs a day from eating carbs all day long. I am drinking plenty of water. 2 L plus!

I'm still too lazy and unmotivated to get out there and exercise. I know I will bump things up a bit when I start!

Good for you, Sabrina. You can't do it all at once, that's not realistic. You're making a sensible start & sticking with it. Proud of you!
roadie

I had two bad days this week where i overate on carbs and sweets. Not much but still no good. I've done better today. Aching to see some results but all i seem to be doing is maintaining.

Work has changed hip their strategy. No more regularly scheduled check days ... Instead, unannounced, surprised spot checked. So nerve-wracking but the results on the first one better than I expected!
Hang in, Sabrina. The older I get, the more of those flat "maintaining" periods my body insists on taking between the ups and downs. C'est la vie.

Hi Sabrina,
I just read your entire thread and can't believe how similar you are to me, I have started to see a dietician and she is slowly getting me out of the "dieting" mentality and into regular eating patterns. My main problem was exercising, I loathe it! I despise it, and it is showing. I quit my job about 9mos ago and I have become lazy and lethargic.

Someone recommended a book to me called "Thinner Next Year" for women by Chris Crowley and Henry S. Lodge, MD. This book literally changed my life and my feelings about exercise. I now try to get in about 45 to 60min daily. I am so excited to have found this book so I just wanted to share. Your local library should have it but if it is anything like ours they won't........lol. I got it off amazon for a few bucks. They have a pink book for the women and a blue book for men. Hopefully it will help you too!

Finally got back to my starting point too. It's so easy to put on weight and so much work to lose it. I use myfitnesspal to count calories it's really easy and available as an app for smart phones. Exercise is not my strong point at the moment but I ride my exercise bike for 30 min a day.

Congratulations on your journey. I just saw your post and think that it is great you are using this forum as a type of diary. What a great idea! The motivation of people here and writing how you are doing must be very helpful. Just starting is the hardest part. hugs. You are doing great!