Starting 2011 Right

It's Sunday January 2, 2011 and tomorrow I will begin my journey to a healthier me. I've let myself go over the past few years and when I look in the mirror I do not like who is staring back at me. My goal is to lose 20 pounds. 20 pounds may seem very little to some but I believe that the same feeling of not liking who you have become resonates with many of us here.

I know it will be a rough start. Smells of "bad" foods will invade my senses and try to entice me into old habits but I will remain strong. Okay, okay, I may have a weakness every now but I am aware of the ultimate goal-a healthier me. I am aware of two main issues that have caused weight gain over the years; portion control and lack of exercise. There is only my husband and I yet I would cook like I was feeding a family of 4 or 5. I would serve twice the normal portion size and still have leftovers! Moreover not exercising certainly added to the equation of my weight gain. I am excited about beginning this journey and my husband will be right beside me. Working this program together will only further increase my chances of success. Good luck to everyone who is looking to achieve his/her goals.