[missionskinny]

So I am new to this site and like everyone else trying to lose weight. I have had many attempts at losing weight but have unfortunately failed at most. The most I have lost was around 15lbs... but gained it back. I have managed to keep off about 10lbs. I am recently engaged and would love to look great on my wedding day. May 7th 2011. The most hindering thing in my weight loss is the fact that my fiance and I love beer! I know how horribly fattening it is but I cant help myself sometimes lol. I would also love to learn some healthy dinner receipies that I can make for me and my fiance. I have a gym membership but have a hard time staying motivated so any motivation advice would be great!!!

[patchworkpenguin]

Welcome. Since Chicks can be overwhelming at first, I suggest you look for a support group or challenge to join; a small group of friends to help keep you motivated. Find one you like that fits your needs, or inspires you, and just post to join.

[Onederchic]

Hi and welcome to 3FC.

Good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

[guamvixen]

Beer, I remember that old friend. During my weightloss journey I drank that 64 calorie beer. It's not the greatest beer, you can definitely tell it only has 64 cals, but it would give me my fix when I needed it. Now i don't drink at all! Good luck! Does your fiance have fitness goals too? I suggest you all support each other if you do, otherwise, just tell him to motivate you or support you when you feel the urge to stray off the diet.

[beerab]

Maybe try cutting down on the beer first? Like if you drink 4 a day (let's just say), try cutting it down in half every few days and then when you are down to one a day finish them up and don't buy more.

I had to do this with chips- I was eating a large bag daily. Then I went down to the small bags and finally stopped buying them. It was hard but I did it.

[missionskinny]

I dont drink everyday-- but when the weekend rolls around and we have friends over I dread in the morning thinking of how many calories I have consumed... especially since our favorite past time is beer pong lol. Another issue I have is my fiance has no fitness goals, and he always tells me I dont need to lose weight and he loves me the way I am, and isnt very good at helping me stay on my diet goals I appreciate he trys to make me feel better but I am not happy with MYSELF and I wish he would be more supportive over what i am trying to do. Instead of encouraging me to eat pizza and not go t o the gym!