Hi everyone! The name is Sarah, and I, like others here, am unhappy with my weight. I'm short, 5'2 1/2", though I sometimes round that up.
I currently weigh 156 or so. I haven't weighed myself in about a week just because I'm scared to jump on the scales. I'll weigh in in the morning for an official amount.
I've never had a healthy relationship with my weight or body. I've always been curvy and my family used to tease me as a teen, calling me apple booty. Keep in mind I was only about 105lbs at the time, I just had it all in the right places apparently. LOL. I struggled with bulimia and fasting into my early 20's. Thankfully there are no lasting effects, other than the thought that, if I'm not careful, I could very well backslide into it.
I'm a stay at home mom to 2 kids. I put on most of my weight right after I got married and then more with each pregnancy. At my all time highest I was 178lbs. That on a 5'3" frame is a frightening thing.
I have ADHD, which I am being medicated for. You'd think that the meds would make me lose weight since they are stimulants, but nope. They actually make me tired! I don't think diet drugs are the way to go, at least not for me. I have NEVER had a good experience with anything promising "weight loss fast!!" so I'd prefer to do it the old fashioned way. I'd rather eat healthily, which I have massive trouble doing since I love cheeseburgers and anything butter or sugar related. I'm not entirely caught up on the way I look anymore. I don't look bad, just a little more plump than I should be. It took a long time, but my happiness doesn't hinge on my pants size! My husband thinks I look great (bless him, lol) but he's supportive of getting healthier too since he's battling weight issues as well.
I just want to be at a healthy weight. Being able to run an 11 minute mile is also a goal.
WOW I've typed a novel here. I suppose if there's anything else you'd like to know, ask.