Dear Carla,
I'll be happy to be by your side! We all need support every once in a while!
I too, have recently commited to making a change in my health for the better. Believe me when i say it is going to be
hard..but not impossible! You are starting off well.. controling portion sizes is a little step toward your big goal! Make sure you know what IS a portion size and how much you need a day!
Lean meats, for example, one serving is 3-4 oz.
Grains, for one serving is 1 small bagel or 1 piece of whole grain bread.
Fruits, for one serving is 1/2 c of fresh fruits or 8 full oz of real fruit juice..
and so on and so forth...
keep account for all of the calories you eat..calorie counting is another way to help control your portions and how much you eat. Knowing how much calories of something is will help you greatly with your counting and portion control. Try buying a calorie book (I recommend CalorieKing available at Barns & Nobles or any book store) or you can go to calorieking.com..all you have to do is type in the name of the food and BOOM! There's how many calories it is!
Third, ALLOW yourself a cheater day! On this day, eat what you want and let loose! Don't go nuts and have 8 helping plates of spegetti..but be resonable and have those chips you've been craving all week or that leftover pizza. Have some McDonald's or TacoBell if that's what will satisfy you.
Forth, BELIEVE in yourself..have others believe in you..like you said..it is much easier when you have supportive people by yourside. MUCH easier. Have a friend or family member do this with you..not just to lose weight but to become healthier and to feel great! Say, YOU CAN DO THIS!!
One of the most important variable in this equation is EXCERSIZE! Tho, i try not to think of it as excersize.. think of it as a healthy lifestyle helper. Think of it as "fun time" or "fit time" anything positive to make yourself get on the tredmill and run a mile or two. *Good for the heart btw* Watch tv while your on the tred, or listen to some music..
I'm sure i can go on but I think you get my point..you'll find LOTS of things to help better your journey. Do some research!
I hope you can accomplish your goal and goodluck!!!! Hope to chat with you more on 3FC!
~Hannah