Ok, first post in new diary.
What is your current height and weight?
About 13 stone, 5'10"
If you were at an ideal weight now, what would that weight be?
Probably about 10 and a half stone
At what weight would you like to be at four months from now?
I'm not going to measure it in weight. I am 42 " on the waist. Can't believe that! Apparently over 35" is a serious risk to health, and under 32" is best for you. So I want to be 32" (a straight 10" loss). But that seems to equate to about a 4 stone loss, and I would be too skinny at 9 stone. So, I don't know!
Why do you want to lose weight?
I want some confident back. And I want to feel attractive. And I want to be fitter.
Do you want to lose weight for a specific life event such as wedding or reunion? If so, when is that event?
Nope!
What obstacles could get between you and your weight loss goals?
Hmmm... take aways and chocolate! Down moments when I feel like I 'need' something. Stress, bordom and lack of motivation
Why do you think that you now have a weight problem?
Read the above! And having a bit of a party time with drink and pizzas while not watching the waistline. And then when all that buzz goes I felt a bit depressed and ate too much.
What lifestyle changes do you think would help you lose weight?
I need to think more positively. And get more exercise. Taking little walks and lunch time, and getting some sunshine these dark winter months so I don't lean on the chocolate.
Have you lost weight in the past? If so, what has worked in the past to help you lose weight?
Calorie counting has worked. And long walks with the gym at the end.
Why do you believe that you did not lose weight or you gained the weight back?
Just laziness and taking my eye off the ball!
What, if anything, has not worked for you in the past in helping you to lose weight? Why do you think it did not work?
I've never done an Atkins or a Soup diet - and I coudn't I like food! And I want to enjoy it in a positive way
Would you try writing down all food and drink consumed for a given period of time?
Yes I would. Might do that for a while in this diary. Or at least broadcast the results
Do you cook at home often? If so, what do you cook?
Yep - cook everything. Love roast veg. Prob grate cheese over too many things
How often do you go out to eat? Where do you go?
I don't think I go out often, but I might go more than I think! Normally when I am bored or depressed. Normally go to a pub or restaurant. Sometimes have a breakfast in a cafe
What are your three favorite foods?
cheese chocolate chips
What are your three favorite restaurants?
The Olde Mustard Pot, Sheiks, Pizza Hut
What are three things you can do differently when it comes to food?
Ask myself 'am I hungry?'. Eat smaller portions. Stop eating rubbish in the car and rushing lunches.
If you woke up tomorrow and your body was exactly the way you want it, what would be different?
Would like a flatter belly. And a little bit firmer all over!
Do you eat when you are not hungry?
Yes
Do you binge eat (large amounts at a time)?
Sometimes lots of chocolate. Used to get one chocolate bar for a treat. Then I get one treat to eat after the treat....
Do you hide your food or eat in secret?
If I eat in my car it is invisible! Or when there is no-one in the office with me.
Do you eat when you are sad, nervous, or depressed?
Sad and depressed yes, not nervous.
Do you eat as a reward?
Yeah, Friday night, just for making it through the week!
Do you eat while watching TV or using the computer?
Yeah, I like a 'treat' while watchin TV
What do you normally eat for a meal?
I am veggie, but mostly (veggie) meat and 2 veg-type meals. Love brown rice, but eat more pasta because it is (15 minutes) quicker!
What type of snacks do you eat?
Cheese and biscuits, crisps, chocolate, fruit, cereal bars, biscuits, cake,
In terms of exercise, what, if anything, are you currently doing?
Almost nothing! Used to walk around a lot at work. Now I've changed my job I don't do much
Where do you go for exercise? A local public gym? School/work gym? Home?
Sometimes go swimming - there is a pool and gym at the top of my road!
What, if anything, are your three favorite types of exercise?
Walking
What is your daily/weekly/monthly/yearly motivation to move towards your goals?
Daily - three meals, no snacks, smile more
Weekly - another week, enjoy the weekend
Monthly - see some weight off, feel healthy
Yearly - say that 2008 was the year I turned it round before I turned 30!
Do you have rewards for certain goals?
No! Not really! The ticker tape thing is exciting though!
What is your current height and weight?
About 13 stone, 5'10"
If you were at an ideal weight now, what would that weight be?
Probably about 10 and a half stone
At what weight would you like to be at four months from now?
I'm not going to measure it in weight. I am 42 " on the waist. Can't believe that! Apparently over 35" is a serious risk to health, and under 32" is best for you. So I want to be 32" (a straight 10" loss). But that seems to equate to about a 4 stone loss, and I would be too skinny at 9 stone. So, I don't know!
Why do you want to lose weight?
I want some confident back. And I want to feel attractive. And I want to be fitter.
Do you want to lose weight for a specific life event such as wedding or reunion? If so, when is that event?
Nope!
What obstacles could get between you and your weight loss goals?
Hmmm... take aways and chocolate! Down moments when I feel like I 'need' something. Stress, bordom and lack of motivation
Why do you think that you now have a weight problem?
Read the above! And having a bit of a party time with drink and pizzas while not watching the waistline. And then when all that buzz goes I felt a bit depressed and ate too much.
What lifestyle changes do you think would help you lose weight?
I need to think more positively. And get more exercise. Taking little walks and lunch time, and getting some sunshine these dark winter months so I don't lean on the chocolate.
Have you lost weight in the past? If so, what has worked in the past to help you lose weight?
Calorie counting has worked. And long walks with the gym at the end.
Why do you believe that you did not lose weight or you gained the weight back?
Just laziness and taking my eye off the ball!
What, if anything, has not worked for you in the past in helping you to lose weight? Why do you think it did not work?
I've never done an Atkins or a Soup diet - and I coudn't I like food! And I want to enjoy it in a positive way
Would you try writing down all food and drink consumed for a given period of time?
Yes I would. Might do that for a while in this diary. Or at least broadcast the results
Do you cook at home often? If so, what do you cook?
Yep - cook everything. Love roast veg. Prob grate cheese over too many things
How often do you go out to eat? Where do you go?
I don't think I go out often, but I might go more than I think! Normally when I am bored or depressed. Normally go to a pub or restaurant. Sometimes have a breakfast in a cafe
What are your three favorite foods?
cheese chocolate chips
What are your three favorite restaurants?
The Olde Mustard Pot, Sheiks, Pizza Hut
What are three things you can do differently when it comes to food?
Ask myself 'am I hungry?'. Eat smaller portions. Stop eating rubbish in the car and rushing lunches.
If you woke up tomorrow and your body was exactly the way you want it, what would be different?
Would like a flatter belly. And a little bit firmer all over!
Do you eat when you are not hungry?
Yes
Do you binge eat (large amounts at a time)?
Sometimes lots of chocolate. Used to get one chocolate bar for a treat. Then I get one treat to eat after the treat....
Do you hide your food or eat in secret?
If I eat in my car it is invisible! Or when there is no-one in the office with me.
Do you eat when you are sad, nervous, or depressed?
Sad and depressed yes, not nervous.
Do you eat as a reward?
Yeah, Friday night, just for making it through the week!
Do you eat while watching TV or using the computer?
Yeah, I like a 'treat' while watchin TV
What do you normally eat for a meal?
I am veggie, but mostly (veggie) meat and 2 veg-type meals. Love brown rice, but eat more pasta because it is (15 minutes) quicker!
What type of snacks do you eat?
Cheese and biscuits, crisps, chocolate, fruit, cereal bars, biscuits, cake,
In terms of exercise, what, if anything, are you currently doing?
Almost nothing! Used to walk around a lot at work. Now I've changed my job I don't do much
Where do you go for exercise? A local public gym? School/work gym? Home?
Sometimes go swimming - there is a pool and gym at the top of my road!
What, if anything, are your three favorite types of exercise?
Walking
What is your daily/weekly/monthly/yearly motivation to move towards your goals?
Daily - three meals, no snacks, smile more
Weekly - another week, enjoy the weekend
Monthly - see some weight off, feel healthy
Yearly - say that 2008 was the year I turned it round before I turned 30!
Do you have rewards for certain goals?
No! Not really! The ticker tape thing is exciting though!
The idea that your longer days are giving you a new boost is a nice one!
Hi there!