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I suppose I should jump right into this: I'm a 25 year old female, 5'8" and about 145-150 lbs. I've slowly lost about 25-30 lbs. (started at 180 lbs) by exercising and eating healthily over the past five years.

It's been a difficult year to say the least - family and work issues, health problems, depression, et cetera. Things have gotten back under control, but the healthy habits that I had spent a long time building have disappeared. I was supposed to get back into the swing of things this week but of course I had a bag of chips tonight, bingeing due to the stress of not eating well or getting my workouts in earlier this week (makes sense right?).

I'm not here to complain. I want to get back into control and take accountability for my actions.

Here's a few Q&A's:

1. How much do you want to lose? Between 6-10 lbs. I don't have a scale so this might not be helpful! I'll be using pictures.
2. What is the timeframe for your goals? December.
3. How do I want to accomplish this goal? Balanced eating, running, and weight training.
4. Who or what can support you in reaching this goal? You guys - maybe. I've tried using my SO, but he isn't that great at supporting me when he wants to eat junk food :p He's one of those people that has a hollow leg.
4. How realistic is your goal? I think losing 6 lbs by December is reasonable, but 10 might be reaching too far.
5. When will you start? Tomorrow. Why start any other day?
 
Hi, Ally & welcome to the forum :)
Ally D said:
I suppose I should jump right into this: I'm a 25 year old female, 5'8" and about 145-150 lbs. I've slowly lost about 25-30 lbs. (started at 180 lbs) by exercising and eating healthily over the past five years.
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Well done! Give yourself lots of credit for doing that.
The last little bit is the hardest. You get so close & you have been so good & it's hard to stay motivated. I think it's a good idea to then look around for some extra support. Good thinking! The diary section of the forum is a great place for support. It is non-judgemental & caring. Once again, a great big welcome! Cheers, Cate.
 
Thanks Cate! I'm glad to be here. It seems like everyone is very kind.

Day 1: I would say that I kept my overeating under wraps. Although I didn't get to eat smaller snacks throughout the day like I would have hoped, I did get to eat 3 well balanced, portioned meals. Go me! I'm excited about that.

Small Goal For Tomorrow: A few more glasses of water. I waited until later in the day and was really dehydrated - no wonder I was getting a headache.

Exercise today: Riding lesson with P and Lyns. plus tons of walking at the barn and errands.

Feeling positive about today :)
 
Sounds good :) Another welcome from me and all the best on the home stretch. We´re rooting for you!

LaMa
 
People are kind here. They should be kind everywhere! I personally prefer to have 3 well balanced healthy meals each day & to snack as little as possible.
Well done on your good day. Take a water bottle everywhere you go. Hydration is important all year 'round. Often thirst is disguised as hunger.
 
Day 2 Update:

Even after going to the gym for a few years, my lack of coordination surprises me every so often. Exhibit A: Today I was "attempting" some sort of exercise and managed to smack my head onto a bench followed by some list of expletive words and then an apology for my language (so graceful as a lady). The bang was so loud that people around me stopped to ask if I was okay. Of course, I got away slightly dazed. I did stay to finish my workout...albeit somewhere in a corner of the gym out of sight.

I also bought a new pair of trail runners since mine hit the dust a while ago. I'll be running the 12 km at the Whistler Alpine Meadows race on Saturday. I'm excited and nervous because the terrain is supposed to be pretty tough and I haven't trained too much for that. Oh well. It will be what it will be. At least I have a better chance of surviving if my runners have tread.

Eating wise, I kept it pretty good. Made some shrimp paella for dinner and a healthy version of apple crumble for dessert. Not too shabby for someone recently smacked in the head.
 
Welcome to the forum. Ally. Good job on the weight loss! I am a runner too. Running at Whistler must involve a few hills or mountains-lol. It would be a beautiful run though, I am sure. Have fun at the run. That is the main thing! Nice to have you aboard!
 
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