ccunn005 Posted April 6, 2015 Report Share Posted April 6, 2015 Hi my name is Christina and I have been battling my weight pretty much ever since I graduated high school and had my daughter right after. I was not overweight, 140 lbs but gained 40 lbs. I started doing TaeBo videos and lost all the weight. Then I started Nursing school and developed stress eating habits. Gained 30lbs in 2 years! Pretty much have gained weight ever since then. I've tried Jenny Craig, lost 23lbs tried to transition to regular diet, then developed gall stones. Had to have my gallbladder removed. A couple years later, I tried the Mayo Clinic diet and lost 13lbs. Gave up on the healthy eating and gained 20lbs back. So here I am today at 225 lbs at 5'3 feeling enormous. Having to shop in plus sizes and petites is difficult. This year I bought my first size 18 jeans! And not to mention the fact my belly is starting to hang out of my shirt. My daughter, now 15 years old, really has motivated me to start this running program over spring break. I want to get fit so bad! I'm real excited about this app. I feel like it can really help me lose some weight and get fit. I just have to stay motivated! I tend to start things full speed ahead and then give up after a while. I'm the queen of excuses "I worked 3 12 hr shifts" or "the weather is not good". Hope I can stick with this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TrishE Posted April 6, 2015 Report Share Posted April 6, 2015 Welcome ccunn! That first step to start the journey is the greatest you can make for yourself but the mindset to make it a lifestyle is the most important, its also the most difficult. Trust me we all have been at that point where we have rocked back and forth between weight lost and weight gained. Its hard for everyone. Just remember when you make running a habit, it becomes a lifestyle and when it becomes a lifestyle then you cant live with out it. The best advice Ive ever gotten was to get into your workout clothes before you decide whether or not you are going to work out. It changes your perspective when you see yourself ready to go and helps on those really hard days. Just remember to be patient, eat right, drink water and run. Try not to worry so much about the weight, if you do those things itll take care of itself. I wish you the best of luck Remember we are here for help and encouragement if need be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccunn005 Posted April 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2015 TrishE. Thanks so much for your words of encouragement. I like the idea of putting on workout clothes to motivate. boricua3177 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TrishE Posted April 6, 2015 Report Share Posted April 6, 2015 Its my pleasure Ive picked up a lot of tips and tricks along the way. I dont know what Id do without them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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