College Student Needing Motivation to lose weight

Hey! Im in exactly the same boat add me and we can kick start each other's motivation

I just finished my sophomore year of college but I could definitely help you out!

Hi, I also just finished my freshman year of college and would love any friends who would like to receive and give support!!

while most colleges won't have things like avocado, kale, or spaghetti squash, they can and do have plenty of healthy options. i know my school had a salad bar at lunch and dinner. and with a little creativity and spontaneity, you can make yourself some decent meals. lemon chicken being served? grab a breast, and slice it into your salad. oil and vinegar should be available. see if they have low calorie ranch or thousand island or whatever your favorite dressing is.

breakfast can also be good,if you avoid the fried stuff. is there oatmeal being served? i bet there is.

dessert was served at all the meals, if i remember correctly. try and avoid high calorie options like muffins and cupcakes, and ice cream and whatever. they're good treats, but not for every meal.

but in the end it's about how much you eat, not what you eat.

Also, I am hoping to eventually get to the point where I can run in different 5K races. Like colors runs and stuff. A lot of my friends participate in them and I would love to join them, but I need to increase my fitness level before I can even think about it.

a girl after my own heart.

sign up for one of those races. if that is not motivation to start getting your *kitten* in gear, i don't know what is!

it's a 5k. it's not so daunting a distance that you can't be ready by september. no, you might not have the best time, but i bet you can run the whole thing, if you work hard and put in the effort.

One thing I advise is to work working out into your daily schedule.
I didn't really work out in high school, but college came and by now my friends know that I go work out every single day at a certain time. Just make it a habit and stick to it. College campuses don't ONLY offer bad food choices, although I know the reality of it. Try incorporating more salads and healthier choices into your daily diet. Maybe start out with just one day, not going for that pizza and a chicken sandwich and salad instead. Or reach for a fruit instead of a cookie. Small steps can go a long way, and soon enough you'll incorporate healthy eating without even realizing it!
Another thing is, you can multitask. Bring your phone to the gym or bring notes (I love doing this), so on days that you want a lighter workout, you can actually study at the same time! You'll feel great and have had accomplished a lot! Grab your roommate or a buddy and figure it out
You've got it within you!

Hi! I was on the exact same page as you when I finished up my freshman year of college last year. I dealt with the same problems; meal plans and dining halls, and that intimidating on-campus gym.
Exactly one year ago to this day is when I started my fitness journey, and I never would have thought I could make it this long! I'd be more than happy help you out, support you, and hopefully be a source of inspiration for you.

Hey Madison! I'm a first-year university [college] student myself so I get what you're going through. I definitely agree with what others here are saying, incorporating exercise goes a long way to keeping you on track with your goals. Our food is not always 100% under our control, but one of the most important things you can learn is how to make the best choices about what to eat when it isn't. Good luck, and please feel free to add me