Hi Alli Friends!
I have been lurking for two weeks.
I have been doing the Alli Pills for two weeks.
I have been logging my food intake and making substantial changes for two weeks.
I just barely registered with 3fatchicks (whose site I love) to post on this forum thread! LOL!
Why I waited 2 weeks, I don't know.
Well, some info on me.
I weighed 265 in December of 2006 when I lived in Guatemala. That changed.
Not sure what my exact weight is right now or what it skyrocketed too.
I estimated 285 maybe higher. Last week, at Ikea, I weighed on one of their cheap dial scales. I think it was 280. There was so many people passing by, I was embarrassed.
The really neat NSV's for me since starting Alli.
1- I was consuming 3600 calories on a "good" day and didn't know it, until now.
I have now reduced that to an average of 2200 calories. I know its not the 1800 calorie goal. But, I am not worried. I have an 15 month old daughter who can keep me busy enough to burn those calories daily!
2-For the first time in my 36 years, I am not seeking a quick fix. Sure, help from Alli. But, nothing fad. I love using the fitday.com and seeking to get my fiber and my protein and my carbs and fats all balanced. It is so cool.
3-I consume fruits and vegetables with pleasure.
4-I only drink about 20 ounces of soda (usually diet) vs the 40-100 + ounces. Pepsi was a big thing for me. Now I actually drink 80 oz of water per day. OMG.
Last Year, I weighed 345 lbs. Prior to that, I think I reached 380+. I have been working on weight issues for a while.
But, this is the next step. The organization of knowledge, support of Alli, like minded Forum Friends, Exercise and a refinement of my eating habits into an total goal of well being and feeling good.
Beyond wanting to weight 175, I want to feel energetic and healthy and have lifes bounce. KWIM?
Long post, but I wanted to say hi and introduce myself.
Jennifer
