30 pounds must go

halllar

Hello everyone I am a 53 year old runner who has gained 20 pounds over the last two years. I ran a marathon in 2008 at 160 pounds but even then was still 10 pounds overweight. Since then the stress between my job and home life has really cut my normal motivation to stick with a good diet and workout plan.
Although nothing has changed in my work and home life I have decided to again take charge of the one thing that nobody can take from me. My body! I know how to do it I have done it before and I will do it now. The first step is to get control of my eating and I am hoping to use this site (and some of you) as motivation. Hopefully along the way I can help jumpstart some of you on your quest. I have been running since 1995 so I have lots of information on that subject and love to share and talk about it. My biggest problem with eating is portion size and evening snacking. This site should at least help keep my calories in line.
I really have no desire to run another marathon at this time but I have always secretely wanted to do a triathlon. I am not sure I have the time nor drive to get me there but hey, we all need a dream. The first step though is getting back into some kind of shape.

Wish me luck,
Larry

KristyHumphrey

Good Luck Larry! I have over 30 lbs that must go as well and have been struggling to do just that. Welcome!

xTenaciousJx

Good Luck Larry!! I've lost almost all my 30lbs from running so it definitely helps! This is a great site for keeping your food in check and having an amazing support team here goes a long way.

chljlleal

Hi Larry, welcome to mfp!

I wish you all the luck in the world on your journey.

Feel free to add me for any support/motivation.

muderfocker

Trying to lose 30lbs also....feel free to add me.