Hello All...

Today I decided enough is enough. I'm tired of this.

I feel more unattractive then I have ever felt in my life. I hit the 250 mark and that's it.

Believe it or not, I really don't eat much. I don't know if it's a metabolic issue or what... The economy took my job a year ago, since then I've worked ten different places... Most of which have been temp jobs. But the stress if constantly being the new girl everywhere I work... constantly being trained... constantly not knowing how long I'll be there. It gets old.

Earlier tonight I told myself, 1500 calories a day, and at least 1/2 hour of exercises. I know that probably doesn't seem like much, but it's something... And I told myself I would just try for a month and see what happens. But I think even committing for a month is too daunting. SO... I'll try it for a day. Then if I get through that day I'll try another day, then another day. Then another week... and I'll see what happens. And I joined here because I want to be held accountable if I fail.

Today I ate 1,560 calories, walked a half hour and did 7 minutes on the stair master. That 7 mimnutes was enough to break a sweat... it's a start. Tomorrow I'll try for ten.

First, to 3FC!
Second, it sounds like you are going to count calories, so here is a suggestion. Open an account at Fitday.com. It's free. You will be able to start a food and activities journal. You just imput everything you put into your mouth each day as well as whatever types of exercise and other activity that you do. They will make a graph showing you how many calories you are using compared to how many you are eating. Also, you can set weight goals and they graph that too. On the weight goal section for example, if you weigh 250 today and would like to weigh 240 by Dec.25, 2010 they will tell you exactly how many calories per day you would need to eat to be able to accomplish that goal. One thing to remember though, you do want to make realistic goals so that you don't get discouraged
And finally, this is an awesome site! You will find inspiration, motivation, encouragement, advice AND friendship here.
Hugs and support on your weight loss journey

Judy

Welcome! Islandchick was NOT kidding when she said this was a great site. It looks like you are ALREADY making a great start. Keep up the good work, and looking forward to hear your successes

I haven't signed up for a fitday account yet, but I plan to later today.

I just did 8.5 minutes on my stair master... Got the heart rate up to 144 beats per minute.

I plan on taking a walk later too.

THanks for the warm welcomes you two.

Welcome! This place is GREAT and I know that it has helped me a LOT!

We have similar stats, although I started 8lbs heavier than you are!

Good luck on your journey! Just think... where will you be in a year?

Hi and welcome to 3FC.

Good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

So... I lost 4 pounds.