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michelle27

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I'm 26, 5'4 and 248 lbs. I'm overweight. In the past 3 years I've had 3 miscarriages.I got married may 18 (between may 18-July 18 i have gained 5lbs) In 6 years total I have gained a whopping 63 lbs. My husband says I look good, but I am unsatisfied with myself.I have become lazy, stubborn, and unhappy. However I am trying to make changes. I'm trying very hard not to overeat. I've decided that now is the time for me to become healthy so that I can have children.

The problem is, I need to exercise, and I have very little intrinsic motivation! I haven't any exercise equipment,but i have an ipod and a yard. I'm not sure how to go about recording my journey as I haven't checked out anyone's diary yet. I think this is what I am going to do: I am going to post my food/drink intake each day, and also post my exercise log, or lack thereof. If I'm bad, I'm going to confess.

I can no longer complain about being overweight if I'm not doing anything about it, so it's all up to me now, and I am intimidated but also excited. My mini-goal weight is 185 lbs. I want to get down to 135lb, but will be alot happier with myelf at 185lbs.Thanks for listening everyone.
 
Hi Michelle,

Welcome to WLF. Doing this for yourself is great! You can't do it for any one besides yourself and your future.

Starting a diary is a great start. Mine makes me feel accountable all the time... Its also a great place to spill my guts about anything. You also get tons of support and advice there.

~Jenna
 
Hi there Michelle!

I started here at WLF a couple weeks or so and I have to say, it's been one of THE best tools in helping me to focus on my weight goals. The best thing you can do, is just skim other diaries/ journals and grab a few pointers. Also, you'll meet great people! You can do this. :D

-Sheryl
 
The problem is, I need to exercise, and I have very little intrinsic motivation! I haven't any exercise equipment,but i have an ipod and a yard.
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There are a bunch of different podcasts available for exercise routines and for runing and walking - check Itunes podcast section _ I believe most fo them are free...

and do start a diary -it's a great way to get support and for us to get to know you and vice versa -

welcome to the forum
 
Walking is a great exercise to start with! You already know how to do it, you probably have all the equipment necessary (shoes, comfortable clothes and music). It's easy to vary the routine and the intensity (walk longer, faster, find different routes: some hills or steps) and with some swinging-arms it involves all of the major muscle groups.

An hour of brisk walking burns 150 - 300 calories depending on your size, speed and terrain, but the benefits are greater than the calories lost, you are out in the world, fresh air, sunshine all good.

If you live in the city or a congested area you can always drive to a beautiful spot to do your walk. If Hubby will come along, so much the better!

Enjoy the Journey!

David C
 
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