Weight loss : Not quite day one.

Thank you to the both of you for commenting I just find it really hard as I rarely get to eat properly as im constantly trying to run around after my daughter the only times I get to myself is when she has a nap in the afternoon so the only meal I really get to eat is my lunch at around 2ish. I really want to succeed in losing some weight because its giving me so many problems with my health. I get backache when I wake up in the morning, im constantly getting headaches, I don't sleep enough and I cant stay on my feet for too long as my legs hurt. I just want to be able to run around with my daughter without getting so out of breath. With me its more a case of eating the wrong things at the wrong times or not eating full stop rather than portion sizes. I just cant seem to find any motivation. That why I am here to get support from other people who are trying to lose weight like I am. I think with seeing other people do it is going to help me a lot more than if I was to do it on my own.

It's one step at a time. If you find it difficult doing it for yourself, do it for your kid. I find showing my kids a healthy lifestyle is a good motivator on the low days. Get a stroller and go for a walk. I know it is tough with the age you kid is, but you'll find ways around it. Also, not sure if there is one close by you, but the Y in my area offers free child watch adn are pretty affordable. A lot of people I know use them.

I don't know if what I have to say helps; but I hope so. Changing your life style can be tough; here is what I have done. I have chosen my favorite healty foods like cucumbers, pistachios, bell peppers & non fat cottage cheese to name a few. Whenever I feel the need to eat, I reach for one of those; another great option is popcorn - being a whole grain it's not terribly bad for you. I struggle with smoking. Hopefully you don't smoke. At any rate, fill your fridge with veggies that you enjoy eating; also, I love greek yogurt, if you have not tried it - it is a must. I enjoy the blueberry yogurts and I add fresh blueberries for the added health punch! It takes time to adjust to new habbits; I have faith that you can do it too!!!!!! Follow me if you like or choose to mentor me so that you can see what I am eating. There is a large community of support out there, use them as often as needed; we are there for you. Peggy Sue