Hi there :)

Good afternoon!

I've recently joined myfitnesspal.com because I NEED HELP!

I've always been one of those people whose weight fluctuates. It normally has something to do with the seasons... In autumn I am slim, as it's been hot and I eat less and exercise more, and in the spring I balloon due to cold winters, rarely leaving the house and stuffing my face with toast (I know, I know).

Anyhoo - I moved to Spain in June 2010 and although it's a lovely place to be, I have found that I have chunked out... more than I've ever chunked out before

I blame all the beer, fried foods and terrible eating habits (huge lunches and late night eating). But more than anything, I blame myself.

I'm wheat intolerant, but I still eat bread as it is a staple foodstuff here! My symptoms are worse when I am stressed and overweight, so I am now cutting out wheat, or at least eating as little as possible. Whatsmore, healthy food here is expensive: there's no "light choices" or "diet" foods that I was used to in the UK. But the worst of all is the beer. I love beer. And it's so cheap and readily available... I'm having a hard time cutting it out!

I've waffled enough now, but I basically want to lose 2 stone/28 pounds/13kg in the healthiest, yet quickest way possible.

I eat pretty healthily, but my problem is exercise. I work in an office for 9 hours a day, and by the time I finish work, I don't fancy exercising. However I know that this needs to change. I am joining the gym with a friend next week; let's hope that helps!

I wish you all the best in your challenge, and if you ever need any words of encouragement or just a chat, please drop me a line!

Peace,

Zoe
xxx