How many of you have just felt lost. My grand plan was to buy some Alli and begin using it. After purchasing it a few days ago, I started making note of how I eat. I really don't eat a high fat diet. My problem is late night snacking and love of candy. I'm going to return the Alli. Is it feasible to start with not eating after 8pm? My daughter bought me some exercise video's for Xmas (I asked for them). I plan on trying them and going to the gym in my complex to walk for 30 minutes 5xweek if not daily. Diet, I'm kind of lost but my plan is to purchase some slimfast to keep in the fridge, lots of fruits and veggies as well as baked chicken or fish, no late not eating and kick the candy.
It's not fair to blame weight gain on anyone however. This time last year, I was already eating on the same plan listed above and walking (inside/outside the house) then I got serious with a man (moved in together). (Did I mention I had lost 20lbs when I met him.) I was excited about my weight loss and shared my difficulties with him and as the relationship progressed asked him to support me in my efforts. What I received from him were late night homecooked meals of pasta with heavy cream sauce, cheeses and anything fattening. I could always have said no but "I kid you not" it was every night. He actually discouraged me from my morning walks at the track. I won't get into the many methods of discouragement. I recently ended that relationship and I'm living on my own again, thank goodness. That was the first time I have ever lived with a man except for my ex-husband.
Anyway, as I'm typing this post/vent - I realize that I do know how to lose weight. I've also learned that a persons mate should support them in more than just words and I have to love myself enough to stand for what I need. Continuing the love affair with fat only endangers me.
Thanks for letting me vent.