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New here? Read this
So we are all in the same boat. We want to live healthier and make a change in our lives but we have to be honest... it is difficult. The first few days are easy as we are excited and motivated but after that initial motivation wears off, that is when the real test starts. Here is my advice - USE MFP and get involved on…
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Sugar withdrawal?
I'm two weeks in to my new lifestyle and it is going really well. I'm exercising a lot and eating right. I'm down 8lbs so far. I'm now noticing just how much garbage I was putting into my body (ie sugars, fats and sweets). Even though I'm putting really healthy and nourishing things in my body, I feel extremely tired and…
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Strange motivators....
As a 34 year old guy, I have struggled the majority of my adult life with my weight. Just like most people, I get on kicks/fads for a week or 2 and tell myself and wife that "this is the time, this time it is for real." Then a few weeks later I am back to my old self with no change. This last time, something hit me and hit…
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Change...I don't have an option
Hello, I'm new here. I have always struggled with weight and self image/esteem. I will admit I let my life and habits get out of control. I used to just laugh it off. Now I'm staring at my mid thirties and over 50lbs overweight. This summer my father was diagnosed with cancer. He is 70 but looks 45. Fantastic shape. If it…
