What was the 1st thing you changed?

attitude... I didn't know it all, it wasn't working what I did in the past.. I stoped believing all the crap on the tv. etc..

I gave up fizzy drinks, crisps, Chineese food, chipper food.
Started walking more and joined this site and set myself a calorie goal

Reading an article in a magazine lent to me by a friend. Myfitnesspal was mentioned and here I am!

First was how I thought about myself. I was the only one who was going to be able to change me.
Second goodbye soda and junk food like chips and fast food.
Working out was never a problem. I love to do that.
It was controlling portions that became the most important part of my weight loss journey. And discovering this site. This tracking everything has been amazing for making me accountable to me. Now I see exactly where I was going wrong and I have learned that you don't have to stop eating all your favorite foods. Just eat them and be under your calories for the day and fabulously, you'll still lose weight.

Cut out fizzy drinks - now i can't stand them. All i drink now is water and, on occasion, fruit juice

the belief that I couldn't do it.

This.

I had to change my mind before I could start changing my body.

This+++ and I had to humble myself. I was always fit, always in shape, now I had to completely start over from the bottom. I had to face the fact I was NOT the guy I used to be and then start small with the little bit of exercise I could do and work my way back up

the belief that I couldn't do it.

How did you do this?
This is my brick wall.

I can't say what did for that person but in general Belief in oneself often comes from success or achievements, even small ones. So if you don't believe in your ability just yet, you could increase your belief by setting yourself small but realistic goals and with each small achievement your belief in your ability should grow. Also if you have a setback and try to overcome, your belieft and your commitment will get stronger.

Usually once one has lost weight once, even if you pile it all back on, then know you can do it again. It may take several attempts to pull off the big coup that wouldn't be unusual in any endeavour in life really. Don't make your goals too difficult i.e. don't try to lose a lot in a short amount of time. Pick a fairly short amount of time say 2 or 3 months and pick a modest loss to aim for.

My wife :-p

In October 2008 after reaching my highest-ever weight, I bought some "cute" exercise appropriate clothes and a new pair of New Balance and started walking in my neighborhood. That was a major first step for me in what has turned out to be a very different life and a loss of 134 lb so far (including pre-MFP changes I made).

The first thing I changed was the mindless munching of crap. Cookies, cake, ice cream. I have a serious sweet tooth. I have given it up almost 100% for now. When I get closer to maintenance it will slowly be added back in moderation where there was no moderation before.

The next thing that changed was my attitude. I can do this...I AM doing this...

What was the first thing you changed in making steps to a better lifestyle? And go...

Bought Dr. Bernstein's Diabetic Solution, tested ALL foods and logged the glucose reactions (not just for diabetics), ditched ALL grains because they spiked my glucose. That started it all and my feeling amazing began.

My diet. I was doing the Daniel Fast and lost almost 12 pounds in a month without exercise. That's when it clicked, eating clean and non processed food does wonders.

The best thing I ever did was make a commitment to bring my lunch to work everyday. I eat healthy items where I used to eat out almost everyday. Plus it saves a ton of money.

Organization is essential. Plan meals, pack lunches. Pre-planning helps me.

Calorie count