SammyGetsFit
New member
Hey everyone!
This is my first post and I figured I would start with a little introduction. My name is Sam, I'm from NY and I have struggled with my weight of the past 8 years or so. I'm very petite, only 4'11, and currently weigh almost 160lbs, which is the heaviest I've been.
When I was 24 I was diagnosed with depression. At that time, as far as by body was concerned, I was a healthy 115-120lbs. Even though I was not in the best state mentally, I was still working out regularly, and even though I was a huge junk food eater, I was able to maintain a steady weight.
After my diagnosis, I began taking Zoloft, and noticed a slow but steady weight gain. It's been 4 years, and within that time, I have gained about 40lbs.
I'm no longer a huge snacker, but my cravings turned to fast food. I was eating McDonald's at least once a week or more. I knew it was becoming an issue when I became friendly with the drive trough guy, and felt ashamed each time I ordered a meal. It even got so bad that I was driving to different locations to avoid anyone recognizing me, and lying to my family that I had eaten a healthy dinner.
I am so thankful to my therapist and doctor for helping me improve my moods, and that I don't feel upset and tearful all the time anymore. It's been very significant and totally life changing. However, whenever I look in the mirror, it knocks my self esteem down a few pegs that the reflection I see does not match how I feel inside.
About a year ago, I found a wonderful group of ladies called Fit Girls Guide. I stuck with the program for about 2 months, and was beginning to notice changes. But then of course I fell off track with the holidays and eating out with friends often. So I've decided to rededicate myself to the program and try to stay positive, exercise regularly, eat healthy, and true that the results will come.
I read somewhere once that it takes 21 days to break or make a habit. So I'm trying to give up by fast food habit and started doing beginners yoga! Taking it one day at a time and being forgiving and gentle with myself.
Anyway, I'm excited to become a member of this weight loss community and share in the success of others!
This is my first post and I figured I would start with a little introduction. My name is Sam, I'm from NY and I have struggled with my weight of the past 8 years or so. I'm very petite, only 4'11, and currently weigh almost 160lbs, which is the heaviest I've been.
When I was 24 I was diagnosed with depression. At that time, as far as by body was concerned, I was a healthy 115-120lbs. Even though I was not in the best state mentally, I was still working out regularly, and even though I was a huge junk food eater, I was able to maintain a steady weight.
After my diagnosis, I began taking Zoloft, and noticed a slow but steady weight gain. It's been 4 years, and within that time, I have gained about 40lbs.
I'm no longer a huge snacker, but my cravings turned to fast food. I was eating McDonald's at least once a week or more. I knew it was becoming an issue when I became friendly with the drive trough guy, and felt ashamed each time I ordered a meal. It even got so bad that I was driving to different locations to avoid anyone recognizing me, and lying to my family that I had eaten a healthy dinner.
I am so thankful to my therapist and doctor for helping me improve my moods, and that I don't feel upset and tearful all the time anymore. It's been very significant and totally life changing. However, whenever I look in the mirror, it knocks my self esteem down a few pegs that the reflection I see does not match how I feel inside.
About a year ago, I found a wonderful group of ladies called Fit Girls Guide. I stuck with the program for about 2 months, and was beginning to notice changes. But then of course I fell off track with the holidays and eating out with friends often. So I've decided to rededicate myself to the program and try to stay positive, exercise regularly, eat healthy, and true that the results will come.
I read somewhere once that it takes 21 days to break or make a habit. So I'm trying to give up by fast food habit and started doing beginners yoga! Taking it one day at a time and being forgiving and gentle with myself.
Anyway, I'm excited to become a member of this weight loss community and share in the success of others!
What does the programme involve? Is a mix of exercise and calorie counting?
