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Getting there!
A month and a half ago I was in Arizona visiting my daughter. I hardly had any energy to walk and sightsee. I returned home miserable with swollen ankles. This past weekend I went on a three hour hike. It wasn't easy. It nearly killed me. Lol. I'm down 18 pounds. Still need to lose 65 more, but it was so motivating. No…
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help! high blood sugar & high triglycerides
I've been on my fitness pal and doing well. I've lost 27 pounds with about 25 to go. I'm exercising. Cardio and starting to add strength training. I've been so proud of my hard work and great results. Then I had a routine physical with routine bloodwork. My doctor called to tell me my blood sugar is high(160) and so are my…
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Getting back on track after gaining back weight lost
I'm living proof that you cannot ignore your health. I can list the excuses why I've gained 10 pounds back of my 25 pound loss. Stress, too tired to go to the gym, working too much, kids gone and I'm alone alot. They are all just that.... excuses. My health has to be my first priority or I won't be able to enjoy the rest.…
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Self Sabotage...... what the hell is that about??
I know HOW to do it. I know that I CAN do it. But I go through periods where I just shoot myself in the foot and I don't know why. There is a lot of talk on this site about calories and exercise and I LOVE the info. But one thing I haven't seen much talk about is the mental part. I worked hard and lost 26 pounds (with the…
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Lack of Motivation
Hi Everyone. I'm new here. I've had a lot of stress in my life. Teenagers! Anyway, between that, personal medical issues & job stress. I've turned to food for relief. I used to be in good shape. Went to the gym regularly and ate healthy. Can't believe I've gotten myself here. Weigh more than I ever have and can't get…
