Mid-20s vegetarian trying to lose my "grown up" weight

lobo_a_gogo

Not much to say, gained about 30-40 lbs when I was doing my student teaching. Anyone else gain lots of weight from shifting to a "grownup" life style from a "college" lifestyle?

Anyways, that was over two years ago, and something needs to change.

I've started by tracking my calories, trying to eat abour 1440/day and biking and swimming a few times per week. I'm the type of person where I can't just work out for the sake of working out, I like to do fun things (bike, swim, play four square, basketball, etc).

I'm the maid of honor in a wedding at the end of the summer and I need to fit into my dress, I could use some friends on this thing to help hold me accountable!!!

darkling_glory

Welcome! Join us in the Happy Herbivores group!

Robin1109

Vegetarian here too!

I also experienced the adult weight gain. I was so sure it was all going to fall off after college. Part of my decision to give up meat revolved around the really terrible things I would reach for when I didn't have time to make my own meals or I just couldn't be bothered to. Feel free to add me! I'd love to swap recipes too! I'm always looking for good vegetarian dishes.

TKHappy

HI!! You are welcomed to add me!! I am a vegetarian and since January I have lost 22 pounds, for a few years I struggled with weights between 185-130 (rollercoaster really)!

Aesto

Hi,
I am a teacher too. I have been teaching for 5 years. I gained about 15 pounds over those 5 years. After being on MFP I have lost that weight and then some.... Counting calories was the biggest thing for me. I just didn't realize how much I was eating. I also pay attention to my portions now. I know you can do this. Add me if you would like some support. Good luck!!

horrorghoul

Count me in to.