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Hello! 100+ lbs to lose and excited!

AlleighBrown
AlleighBrown Posts: 11 Member
edited November 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hey guys, my name is Alleigh and I have a little over 100 lbs to lose, my goal is 2 lbs a week.
Over the last few years I had 0 control over my life it felt like. I was constantly staying at friends house and able to control what foods were available to me, my work schedule was insanely unstable making it hard to plan meals, and I was so stressed I was constantly exhausted and craving unhealthy food, thinking I had "earned it" after having such hard days. On top of all of it my hormones fell out of wack and with all of these things I gained weight like crazy. 50 lbs in a year I think!
I talked to my doctor and got on some thyroid medication to help with my blow metabolism and energy levels and from there got in a new apartment and new job. I have so much more control over my life and decided it was time to get control of my weight.
I've joined a gym and so far been loyal for 3 full weeks, just started planning my meals and been loyal for a good 5 days now :) already do. Already down lb and a half! Very excited to start this journey and this app and sworkit are my total saviors!
Since starting my life style change of food and exercise I have noticed a huge change, I feel more positive and have SO much more energy
Right now I'm struggling with the temptation to try adding weight loss supplements to my diet, it's tempting to try but I know it will just hold me back in the long run.

Looking for people to track progress with and swap healthy tips and such!

Replies

  • Clobern80
    Clobern80 Posts: 714 Member
    Yes, do not use diet supplements. CICO is free and is the best way to go. Eat less, move more. Add me if you like and good luck.
  • Working2BThin
    Working2BThin Posts: 9 Member
    Add me if you'd like. I'm just restarting myself. I don't know exactly how much I have to lose, but I know it's well over 100 lbs. Once I reach that marker, I'll see how I feel and set a more specific goal. Right now my goal is to feel good and get active.
  • Brenda_1129
    Brenda_1129 Posts: 56 Member
    I agree, do not use diet supplements. You seem to be on a good track now. Just stick with it. I sent a friend request.
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