Hi all,
My name is Gina and I am currently struggling in my current weight loss program. I gave birth to my first child in June and have been trying to get the last of the baby weight (plus the weight I was trying to loose before baby!) and have found new issues that I didn't have before.
Obviously time is a factor with a 5 month old around but have started going to the gym @ 5 am so I can get my exercise in before I go to work. However I find that i am just not doing what I need to do on the food part. I know I need to plan ahead but find it difficult to with my crazy life style and now throw in a baby.
My husband works nights so I don't have any help in the evenings when I get home and find it much easier to eat junk then try to cook an actual meal. I know this is nixing everything I am doing in the gym and am fustrated but feel overwhelmed on where to start.
I would love some suggestions on where to begin or maybe some helpful threads to look on.
Thanks for you help!

gina

Hi Gina!



One step at a time. First of all, congratulations on the work you're doing at the gym at 5AM!

It's true that exercising isn't the only thing that we have to do in order to lose weight, but we can't overlook the great benefit that it provides, especially when we use it in conjunction with good food habits.

You mention being an evening eater because it is easier. So a few questions and maybe a suggestion or two. Do you eat breakfast and lunch? What do you tend to eat for those two meals? Do you snack? If you find that the junk that's laying around your house is tempting you far too much, then I ask "Why keep it around at all?" The junk isn't good for anyone, and if it's causing you to derail why bother with it in the house? To make sure you have a proper meal on hand at night, I might suggest thinking about making a large batch of something that will last the week. Soups & chili. Salads & servings of whole wheat pasta. Keep them frozen or chilled and take out a portion for dinner.

You may want to check out a few groups as well. There are aged-based groups, as well as the 100 lb Club. Then there are areas that focus on specific plans that you might want to follow, from Calorie Counting to Atkins to Weight Watchers or South Beach. Lots of areas to choose from.

Take your time in finding a place you'll find comfortable. I'm sure you'll be able to settle down & let us know more about yourself.

Best of success!!!

Hi Gina!

Yes, congratulations on making the commitment to get to the gym! One step at a time, and what a GREAT first step to take! Your body is thanking you.

Look around, find a spot, and settle in. Can't wait to get to know you better!

I'd probably be starving come 10 AM, too. I found that when I used to work at the office, I would have to plan a snack between 9 & 10, and it was usually a decent sized snack, too. Cottage cheese, or yogurt, with a large pear or apple and then some carrot sticks or broccoli. All of that was my snack.

Don't forget about vegetables to supplement any single meal with. They can be surprisingly filling.