New here - looking for a diet buddy...?
05-20-2011, 07:00 AM
#91
FitDay Member
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Michigan
Posts: 3,742
Welcome to the forum. I hear you on the "sticking with it". Pretty much every Monday of my life I started a diet, only to fall off the wagon on Thursday or Friday (if not sooner). One of the things you'll see over and over again on this forum is that people are not trying to "diet" per se, they are trying to make healthy changes to their lifestyle. For me it's all about habits, forming new healthy ones and getting rid of bad ones. You might try the 7-day accountability thread for a way to stick with it day to day.
01-03-2012, 12:59 AM
#92
FitDay Member
Join Date: Dec 2011
Posts: 2
Looking for some Diet Buddies!!
I am 35 yrs. old, Single mom of 2. I just graduated from Nursing School and I am looking to start my new life. I know I need to loose a ton of weight, but its easier said than done. I played the yo-yo diet all my life. I am now at my heaviest at 380. I am totally commited to make this year the year I get "me" back. Looking for friends to talk to while on this journey of my life. I plan on doing shakes 2 times a day and then chix breast and veggies for dinner. I also want to start an exercise routine. I have an elipical in my basement that is just holding clothes right now. Good Luck to All who has also decided to get healthy this year!!
~Alorea~
~Alorea~
01-03-2012, 09:35 AM
#93
FitDay Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 1
Hi! I'm in need of a diet buddy too.
Taking time for ourselves is probably the hardest thing we have to do - harder than resisting the treats, or getting off the couch. I work 2 jobs, 1 full time and 1 supposed to be part time, plus I have a new house to cook and clean in, a boyfriend whom I adore and I volunteer a LOT. So, as much as I don't believe in New Year's resolutions, I'm making an exception. This year I need to pay some attention to my health. I'm 197 pounds. I feel tired, achy and blah too much of the time. So twice a week I'm going to go to the pool and I'm going to join an art class. Because I can
What are you going to do to take time for yourself? How are you going to find "you"?
Taking time for ourselves is probably the hardest thing we have to do - harder than resisting the treats, or getting off the couch. I work 2 jobs, 1 full time and 1 supposed to be part time, plus I have a new house to cook and clean in, a boyfriend whom I adore and I volunteer a LOT. So, as much as I don't believe in New Year's resolutions, I'm making an exception. This year I need to pay some attention to my health. I'm 197 pounds. I feel tired, achy and blah too much of the time. So twice a week I'm going to go to the pool and I'm going to join an art class. Because I can
What are you going to do to take time for yourself? How are you going to find "you"?
01-03-2012, 09:44 AM
#94
Super Moderator
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Slidell, Louisiana
Posts: 8,232
Welcome ladies to FitDay. There are plenty of great people here to help you along the way. We also have a great women's section where we do a weekly motivational (accountability) thread. Some really great women there... and me, but I don't bite (too hard). Stop by and say hello. If y'all have any questions, just ask.
In Weight Loss Tips we have a 100+ pounds to lose thread. Just know there you are not alone here, there's always someone that's in your shoes or has been in them. Hopefully they returned them in good condition so you can use them to walk or exercise in.
In Weight Loss Tips we have a 100+ pounds to lose thread. Just know there you are not alone here, there's always someone that's in your shoes or has been in them. Hopefully they returned them in good condition so you can use them to walk or exercise in.
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01-04-2012, 09:07 PM
#96
FitDay Premium Member
Join Date: May 2010
Posts: 2,621
I am 35 yrs. old, Single mom of 2. I just graduated from Nursing School and I am looking to start my new life. I know I need to loose a ton of weight, but its easier said than done. I played the yo-yo diet all my life. I am now at my heaviest at 380. I am totally commited to make this year the year I get "me" back. Looking for friends to talk to while on this journey of my life. I plan on doing shakes 2 times a day and then chix breast and veggies for dinner. I also want to start an exercise routine. I have an elipical in my basement that is just holding clothes right now. Good Luck to All who has also decided to get healthy this year!!
~Alorea~
~Alorea~
Glad to have you aboard
Please do check in to the 100+ to Lose thread, if you like--plenty of us there who are (or were) in your situation and understand what it's like and the challenges you face.
Rejoice in the knowledge that you CAN succeed in this battle and using FitDay is probably the smartest thing you can do to help make it as easy as possible.
If you need help or advice, just ask.
Regards,
Michael
01-05-2012, 10:22 AM
#98
FitDay Member
Join Date: Dec 2011
Posts: 532
Welcome Alorea! I guess you can see a bit about my philosophy in my signature. I have to start slow & steady. Daily routine -- step by step.
IDEA: What about changing 1 thing at a time? I think about what can I add MORE in my life? Often when I add MORE into my life, it replaces the not-so-good. For example, right now I'm working on adding more non-starchy vegetables in my life, thus it fills me up & I eat less sweets.
Best wishes as you journey toward a healthier you!
living.smiling;66997 ~
Welcome aboard the Fitday Forums! It's good to see that you're treating yourself well. There's lots of wonderful encouragement around here --hope you continue to stick around. Best wishes!
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