Started my Journey to Fitness Sept 19 2013

Hi all,

I started my journey to weight loss and getting fit on September 19. At that time my official weigh in at my Dr. Office I was 376 lbs and I am 6' 5 1/2". I am 46 years old and have not been very active since I was in my early 20's. I kept seeing others do diets, lose weight and then gain it back. I also didn't believe I had the ability or determination to do this so although I was not happy with myself I didn't do anything to change.

My Dr. suggested the Lifestyle program at the clinic so I finally made an appt to start it. My lifestyle coach weighed me and discussed with a group of us the reason for the program and then set up individual appointments. In that first appointment she gave us sheets to start our food diaries. I rolled my eyes at the time and that night I felt pretty defeated before I started. I am a big guy and for me to do this it seemed like I would have to starve. However, starting a couple days later I began to fill in the food diary and instead of eating whatever I wanted and then being disgusted after I saw it in my diary I told myself if I had to write it down then I wasn't going to eat it if it wasn't healthy.

A few days into this process, something (still am not sure what) flipped the switch in my brain so that now I am craving a lighter and fitter body. I am craving vegetables and fruit and other more healthy foods and have absolutely no desire for Fast Food and Junk Food.

In my first 5 weeks I have lost 25 lbs with my ultimate (initial) goal being 100 lbs to lose. I will not quit and achieve this goal and maybe even more. I hope all of you are achieving your goals!!