Hello, I'm 35 and overweight. I'm 5'10" and 227 pounds. This is my highest weight ever and I'm basically miserable about it. I've been quite sedentary, apart from working once or twice a week, for over a year. I used to be much more active (running, aerobics, speed walking) but I've been in a slump and a rut. I spend a lot of time on the Internet and eat a lot of fast food. The sedentary lifestyle and too many calories have put me in this state and I need to end these destructive habits.
I know a lot about exercise and nutrition. I've been overweight on and off since I was a teenager. I'm a nurse and work in recovery and wellness in the cardiac field. I know what I *need* to do but I don't do it. I know I need to be a good example for my patients that are trying to lose weight and improve their cardiovascular health. I have no excuses. I'm in good health (excpet for being overweight) and have no limitations. I have a lot of free time, I have easy access to exercise equipment at work, home, and at the gym. There is no reason why I can't make an effort to lose, but I just haven't. I'm lazy. I give a very half-hearted effort, or none at all.
I eat out a lot. This is crazy because I like to cook and I'm not a picky eater. I love fresh food, fruits, and veg, but I've been in a lazy rut where I'll just cook two or three nights a week. One of my goals is to make dinner at home the majority of time and bring my lunch to work.
I've been working with a personal trainer twice a week for the last four months. I feel much better physically and I feel like I have more muscle tone, but I have not lost one ounce. Actually, I have gained. I don't do enough cardio and I eat too much.
I have a husband and children and this rut and inactive lifestyle isn't good for anyone. I want to be a good example for my kids. I want to get out of the chair and out into the yard and into life.
I am joining 3FC for motivation, support, and accountability. I'm hoping to joing a weight loss challenge for an extra push.