SunshineGirl03
New member
Hi all,
I'm starting this weight loss diary and I'm hoping to get as much feedback as you can give! That's why I'm here.
I'll start by answering the questions that are provided.
What is your current height and weight?
5'9, 170 lbs.
If you were at an ideal weight now, what would that weight be?
I'd say around 130 lbs.
At what weight would you like to be at four months from now?
At least halfway to my goal, so around 145. The smaller the better, though.
Why do you want to lose weight?
I don't feel as good about myself as I used to, and I want to look in the mirror and feel like I can put on anything I want to and look nice.
Do you want to lose weight for a specific life event such as wedding or reunion? If so, when is that event?
Cruise - September 13th, 2009.
What obstacles could get between you and your weight loss goals?
Lack of self control.
Why do you think that you now have a weight problem?
Because a good weight should look good. And I don't think I look good.
What lifestyle changes do you think would help you lose weight?
More exercise and eating less garbage.
Have you lost weight in the past? If so, what has worked in the past to help you lose weight?
Never done this before.
Would you try writing down all food and drink consumed for a given period of time?
Yes, I'd do that.
Do you cook at home often? If so, what do you cook?
Not often enough. I don't know how to cook healthy meals.
How often do you go out to eat? Where do you go?
Too often, it's a thing of laziness and convenience.
What are three things you can do differently when it comes to food?
Limit myself on how big the portions are...eat less fatty and unhealthy foods, and cook the food myself in a healthier way.
If you woke up tomorrow and your body was exactly the way you want it, what would be different?
40 lbs lighter, more toned.
Do you eat when you are not hungry?
Sometimes.
Do you binge eat (large amounts at a time)?
Yes.
Do you hide your food or eat in secret?
No.
Do you eat when you are sad, nervous, or depressed?
Not any more than I usually eat.
Do you eat while watching TV or using the computer?
Yes.
In terms of exercise, what, if anything, are you currently doing?
I am a nanny, and I have just started taking pretty long walks with the baby when it's not absolutely freezing outside.
Where do you go for exercise? A local public gym? School/work gym? Home?
I haven't really started any big exercise yet.
What, if anything, are your three favorite types of exercise?
I like to walk, hate to run. I like pilates ( from what I've tried with workout videos).
What is your daily/weekly/monthly/yearly motivation to move towards your goals?
The cruise that is coming up in about 8 months has me desperate to lose the pounds.
Do you have rewards for certain goals?
No, I'm clueless about all of this still.
Any advice on where I can start, recipes, calorie intake advice, etc would be VERY appreciated. Thank you all.
I'm starting this weight loss diary and I'm hoping to get as much feedback as you can give! That's why I'm here.
I'll start by answering the questions that are provided.
What is your current height and weight?
5'9, 170 lbs.
If you were at an ideal weight now, what would that weight be?
I'd say around 130 lbs.
At what weight would you like to be at four months from now?
At least halfway to my goal, so around 145. The smaller the better, though.
Why do you want to lose weight?
I don't feel as good about myself as I used to, and I want to look in the mirror and feel like I can put on anything I want to and look nice.
Do you want to lose weight for a specific life event such as wedding or reunion? If so, when is that event?
Cruise - September 13th, 2009.
What obstacles could get between you and your weight loss goals?
Lack of self control.
Why do you think that you now have a weight problem?
Because a good weight should look good. And I don't think I look good.
What lifestyle changes do you think would help you lose weight?
More exercise and eating less garbage.
Have you lost weight in the past? If so, what has worked in the past to help you lose weight?
Never done this before.
Would you try writing down all food and drink consumed for a given period of time?
Yes, I'd do that.
Do you cook at home often? If so, what do you cook?
Not often enough. I don't know how to cook healthy meals.
How often do you go out to eat? Where do you go?
Too often, it's a thing of laziness and convenience.
What are three things you can do differently when it comes to food?
Limit myself on how big the portions are...eat less fatty and unhealthy foods, and cook the food myself in a healthier way.
If you woke up tomorrow and your body was exactly the way you want it, what would be different?
40 lbs lighter, more toned.
Do you eat when you are not hungry?
Sometimes.
Do you binge eat (large amounts at a time)?
Yes.
Do you hide your food or eat in secret?
No.
Do you eat when you are sad, nervous, or depressed?
Not any more than I usually eat.
Do you eat while watching TV or using the computer?
Yes.
In terms of exercise, what, if anything, are you currently doing?
I am a nanny, and I have just started taking pretty long walks with the baby when it's not absolutely freezing outside.
Where do you go for exercise? A local public gym? School/work gym? Home?
I haven't really started any big exercise yet.
What, if anything, are your three favorite types of exercise?
I like to walk, hate to run. I like pilates ( from what I've tried with workout videos).
What is your daily/weekly/monthly/yearly motivation to move towards your goals?
The cruise that is coming up in about 8 months has me desperate to lose the pounds.
Do you have rewards for certain goals?
No, I'm clueless about all of this still.
Any advice on where I can start, recipes, calorie intake advice, etc would be VERY appreciated. Thank you all.