Hello

SLLRunner

I downloaded MFP about a month and a half ago because I knew I needed to once again start taking responsibility for what I eat. About a decade ago, I lost about 60 pounds but have gained about 20 of it back over the last three or so years.

I have always exercised, so that is not the problem. In fact, I run and do strength training three times a week and briskly walk the other days. The problem, for me, is eating more than I burn off. Gosh, I love food.

In any event, I don't do regular weigh-ins, but rather go by how my clothes fit. After 5 some odd weeks, they are fitting looser and I'm feeling better and lighter. I'm logging my food and exercise in every day and once again becoming accountable. If I lose a pound, a half a pound, or two pounds a week, I will be happy. It's the progress that's important to me.

My goal is to continue these better eating habits, the ones I learned when had a trainer and they taught me how to properly eat. While working out 3-4 times a week, I ate between 1350 and 1450 calories a day and I lost weight at about 2 pounds a week. It was fun, enlightening, and a great experience.

So, anyway, I'm here. :happy:

douglasnorton

Wishing all the best on reaching your goals! Feel free to add me and we can help give support and motivation to each other.

laserturkey

Welcome! Sounds like you have the right mindset and a solid plan to get where you want to go. :-)

SLLRunner

Thank you both!