-- How much weight do you want to lose? I want to be at the good weight a 19 year old male should be.
-- What is the timeframe for reaching your target weight? Approximately 2 months.
-- How do you want to accomplish your goal (what methods do you want to use)?
Go to the gym regularly and work out. Also, stop being lazy! Do more house work, get off my butt.
-- Who or what can support you in reaching your goal? My family and these forums!
-- How realistic is your goal? Very realistic, because I have already lost 20 lbs.
-- When will you start? TODAY, Monday, November 1st, 2009.
What is your current height and weight? 185 lbs and 5'8
If you were at an ideal weight now, what would that weight be? 155
At what weight would you like to be at four months from now? 150-170 with good muscle build.
Why do you want to lose weight? I want to feel and look better, also to improve my self-confidence, since I know it's a major factor into doing so.
Do you want to lose weight for a specific life event such as wedding or reunion? If so, when is that event? Specific life event...Life
What obstacles could get between you and your weight loss goals? Mainly lack of transportation, then lack of support, laziness, lack of motivation.
Why do you think that you now have a weight problem? I used to be super lazy, which I'm not anymore.
What lifestyle changes do you think would help you lose weight? Watching calories, avoiding dangerous/fat foods.
Have you lost weight in the past? If so, what has worked in the past to help you lose weight? Yes, listening to music while working out is a major factor in helping me lose weight. Also, self-motivation to become slim.
Why do you believe that you did not lose weight or you gained the weight back? Before the first time I lost weight, I used to be lazy, and after being motivated for awhile, I quit.
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?
Would you try writing down all food and drink consumed for a given period of time?
Do you cook at home often? If so, what do you cook? Occasionally, meats and vegetables I find in the fridge.
How often do you go out to eat? Where do you go? Every week or every other week. Usually to the buffet.
What are your three favorite foods? Rice, basically anything with meat/vegetables, etc.
What are your three favorite restaurants?
What are three things you can do differently when it comes to food? Cut down on the rice, cut down on the sweet/fat foods, and eat a balanced meal with good portions.
If you woke up tomorrow and your body was exactly the way you want it, what would be different? I would feel self-confident and be able to be myself very well.
Do you eat when you are not hungry? Sometimes.
Do you binge eat (large amounts at a time)? Used to, and sometimes, when I'm not thinking about my weight.
Do you hide your food or eat in secret? No.
Do you eat when you are sad, nervous, or depressed? Yes.
Do you eat as a reward? Sometimes.
Do you eat while watching TV or using the computer? Most times.
What do you normally eat for a meal? A dish containing rice.
What type of snacks do you eat? Chips, etc.
In terms of exercise, what, if anything, are you currently doing? Cardio and Strength Training.
Where do you go for exercise? A local public gym? School/work gym? Home? Public Gym.
What, if anything, are your three favorite types of exercise? Cardio, Lifting weights and dancing.
What is your daily/weekly/monthly/yearly motivation to move towards your goals? JUST DO IT.
Do you have rewards for certain goals? Not any I can think of, except for the natural rewards that come with achieving my goals.
