Hi Everyone! I'm new to these boards and would love to reach out for some support (and of course offer some too!). I'm a single 33 y.o. who lives in Philly and works as a school counselor. My ultimate goal is to be a child and family therapist although it's way down the road. Gradually over several years I have lost about 30 lbs. Mostly just from changing the horrendous eating habits I had in college and leaving the couch a little more often
I tend to do the best when I'm planning what I eat for the week either a few days or a week in advance. I usually plan my meals using Weight Watchers points, as I find the structure and forced portion control really helpful. My biggest pitfalls in weight loss are planning, eating impulsively, when I eat out I tend to eat way past the point of full, and making time for exercise and overall CONSISTENCY.
I've noticed the scale creeping higher and pants being tighter. I want to nip it in the bud and just finally lose this weight. Ever since I can remember I've been anywhere from pudgy to heavy. I've never been fit or thin. I don't even know what it would feel like. My reasons for wanting to lose the last of the weight are: confidence building (especially with dating), wearing more stylish, fitted clothing, and having more energy. I also come from a long history of obesity and obesity-related illness and am fighting this legacy tooth and nail.
I'm really making a commitment to plan my meals and exercise (mostly running and weights) at least 3 times a week. I also just got Judith Beck's book and am going to try some of the ideas in that book. I would love a buddy or someone to email back and forth with.
Thanks for reading and I can't wait to get to know you all