I can do this...again.

AceCC86
AceCC86 Posts: 71
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I've been struggling for as far back as I can remember with eating, depression, and depression ABOUT eating. I lost 40 lbs in 2008, and not only managed to gain it back, but gain it back PLUS 20 lbs. It's time to take control of my life back. And control of my body. So here I go again, but after a month of logging and reading these amazing success stories I know I can do this. I started at 205 lbs. this was a huge reality check considering I was down to 150 lbs. in 2008. I'm down to 192 lbs. I have a long way to go to reach my goal of 130 lbs., but seeing the amazing stories and transformations here has inspired me. So many strong, brave people that have done just what I need to do and more. I can do this.

I went for a run 2 days ago for the first time in 10 years. I didn't make it very far, had to walk for most of the time I had set aside for my workout, and I'm still sore. But I WILL do it again today. The amazing feeling afterwards is worth it. I could use a pill or therapy to make myself feel better, but it would be covering up the issue. I can do this in a natural, healthy way. And I will.

I'm hoping that writing in these communities will help me to feel accountable for what I'm eating and how much I'm working out. You are all so inspiring, and I do hope to make friends who have the same struggles and same goals. Logging every day helps, but it's great to know that I'm not alone and that there are people who understand how hard (yet how empowering) this journey is.

With that said, I need to get off my couch now and go enjoy some active time outside! Never thought I'd be saying that....

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  • happiecoconut
    happiecoconut Posts: 1
    I need to start up again too. I have been eating better for the past 4-6 weeks and lost about 6 pounds but I havent been motivated to work out. I need to so I can feel better but after my 10 hour shift and a 45 min drive home I'm done for the day. I know I will have more energy to do more if I start working out. If I could just get past those 1st few weeks of hating it.
  • AceCC86
    AceCC86 Posts: 71
    It's so hard! I'm in restaurant management and work 12 hour days 5 to 6 days out of the week. I've started by committing to working out on my days off. I think that once that becomes a routing then I'll want to make time to do it on workdays as well.

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