I spent 5 years...being active. I won't say working out because I really wanted the lifestyle. Running in races. Competing in martial arts. Doing sports. Lifting weights etc. But last fall I ran a half marathon then stayed home. I was overweight. I was disspapointed that years of exercise and activity had let to no weight loss. I was hungry. I ate as well as I could. I tried tracking. Eating less eating more. This often that often. Protein, fiber, nutrient dense, water etc. I lost hope. I lost motivation.

I am scheduled for surgery next week. I have ordered small containers, food scales, protein water and broth. I finally have some small hope. I can't wait to be active again. I can't wait to eat well and not go crazy because I'm starving no matter how much advice I follow.