Hi, I'm Jax!

karris43

Hi! I'm delighted to find this community. I had a huge shock when I stepped onto the scales a few weeks ago. I've had some hormone treatment that has ended now, and during this time I have gained a lot of weight. I'd like to make some friends to motivate me and keep me on track.

My main problem is that I have a very good body image and I love myself! :-) (not usually a problem, but when trying to get back to a healthy weight it can scupper any attempts because I don't see that there's anything 'wrong' with me when I look in the mirror and I never weigh myself). But I am over 50 now and beginning to worry about my mortality, and at this weight I can't be healthy.

So here I am, starting out. I have a herniated L4/L5 - 2 years after injury, so am doing the 'Couch potato to 5k' running plan on the treadmill. I have calculated my losing 2lb ish per week needs 1200 calories, I can easily manage this just by cutting out snacks, as I mostly cook all my own food from scratch, I just buy snacks and bake a lot of cake!

This is the first time in my life I have watched my weight. I have stopped smoking 5 years ago with the help of a forum, and I hope I will make some friends here. I have a lot to learn, but this seems like an excellent place to start. I'd like to make some friends to motivate me and keep me on track.

housewifeontrack

we are all here for the same reason,to loose weight and be healthy:)
welcome and good luck:)