This is what I look like now:
Why the photo history? Because I joined Weight Watchers today. The actual meetings...in public...with others like myself. Don't think I ever imagined that I'd be there, but...in the past 10 years...I've gotten married, had 2 children, finished my doctorate.....and gained 75....yes, 75 pounds. My battle with myself over my weight is something that I've typically kept to myself. I can't explain the sudden need for disclosure, but maybe if it's public, I'll be more committed. I know that I can't be a 22 year old hippie again (as I was in the picture), but I can be the active, healthful person that I used to be. It's hard to find the time and motivation and energy to fight the inertia (particularly when Mr. Noah Louis still gets up in the middle of the night), but I want to be fit so that I can enjoy my boys to the fullest and so that I can be a good role model for them...so that maybe they can avoid these battles in their lives. I'm starting tomorrow. Operation Slimdown.
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If I may make a recommendation, check out your local YMCA, or other local gym. I was fortunate to buy a condo only one mile away from our local Y, and it makes the daily workout that much less of a hassle. There's a good mix of people at mine--not all buff bodies--plenty of people just starting out. And they offer several classes, included with the membership fee.
Good luck! I'm rooting for you.
PS If you're really feeling committed, I'd also recommend getting a trainer. It might be out of the question with two boys, but I've done a lot better, and made more improvement, having someone who is expecting me to be there and pushes me when I am.
Hey Nate-
I appreciate the suggestions..I'd love to join a gym, spinning classes are my favorite, but there doesn't seem to be the time right now with working and having the 2 boys. We do have a treadmill that I should utilize more than I do. I've got to start there, I think, for now;-) All is going well so far, though, I'm still on plan/going to meetings, etc. I'll keep you posted!
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