shinigamiPUNCH Posted July 11, 2011 Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 Hello everyone. I have had an account on this forum for a few months now, but I've been too shy to post. I figured today was a good enough day so here I am. I am a twentysomething single mom, full time desk job, part time college, regular midwestern lady. I have a lot of random health issues such as migraines, allergies, and asthma. I am sick 3 weeks out of the month. Actually pretty typical when you think about it... In recent months I have been focusing on getting healthy rather than losing the 60 or so lbs that I should probably lose off my 5'4" frame. I have had some success, however it's all in secret so if I cave in and eat that piece of pie there's no one to hold me accountable (this was on purpose). I thought maybe it would be nice to meet some other normal people who are trying to enhance their lives through diet/exercise. I do get an awful lot of resistance rather than encouragement. Anyway, I'm glad to be here! I noticed Netflix has Star Trek: TNG on instant streaming so I may need a lot of encouragement not to watch it. Quote Link to comment
Crooked Posted July 11, 2011 Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 Welcome to the Rebellion! Unfortunately, you just made yourself accountable to a whole community of people who will be determined to help you succeed in your goals Quote Comeback Challenge Link to comment
bigm141414 Posted July 11, 2011 Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 Anyway, I'm glad to be here! I noticed Netflix has Star Trek: TNG on instant streaming so I may need a lot of encouragement not to watch it.*....gets out his poking stick of encouragement...*Otherwise, welcome! Quote "Pull the bar like you're ripping the head off a god-damned lion" - Donny Shankle Link to comment
shinigamiPUNCH Posted July 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 Unfortunately, you just made yourself accountable to a whole community of people who will be determined to help you succeed in your goals I think that's what I really need because it's so easy to sit behind all these lame excuses that frankly everyone has. That and a big poking stick of encouragement. Quote Link to comment
CapN_Tommy_Sunshine Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 Welcome to the Rebellion! Quote Link to comment
Drakenator Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 I think you will find that once you get moving forward, it gets easier and easier to continue. Before you know it, fitness and a new eating lifestyle will be second nature. Good job for taking that next step in posting and introduction. Quote My introduction: http://rebellion.nerdfitness.com/index.php?/topic/3523-not-kidding-myself-anymore/?hl=drakenator#entry40860 Link to comment
Kain Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 Welcome, I like your avatar! Quote Time to climb. Link to comment
Flash Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 Accountable is the key word, isn't it? Just like you I'm new to the whole rebellion thing as well, so we can do this together!! One thing I've noticed is that once you get 1 week or 2 weeks into it, you still get the odd moment of temptation but dont want to waste your hard work and cave in. it almost becomes easier to stay firm the longer you're doing it. Don't wast 5 weeks worth of sacrifice for a short term gain (gain in calories, that is). Good luck and from what I've seen so far, the support here is great. Long live the Rebellion!! Quote Link to comment
AndrewNalepa Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 Anytime you need help, just ask. Never be afraid to ask. I am sure that you will be crushing your goals with the panache of Jean-Luc Picard in no time. Or destroying them like Worf. One or the other. Quote Link to comment
shinigamiPUNCH Posted July 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2011 I am sure that you will be crushing your goals with the panache of Jean-Luc Picard in no time. Or destroying them like Worf. One or the other. OMG! "What would Picard do?" is now going to be my motto.Maybe just save the Worf days for emergencies. Quote Link to comment
Drakenator Posted July 13, 2011 Report Share Posted July 13, 2011 OMG! "What would Picard do?" is now going to be my motto.Maybe just save the Worf days for emergencies. He would say.... "Engage, Number 1!" Quote My introduction: http://rebellion.nerdfitness.com/index.php?/topic/3523-not-kidding-myself-anymore/?hl=drakenator#entry40860 Link to comment
Gathris Posted July 14, 2011 Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 I thought maybe it would be nice to meet some other normal people who are trying to enhance their lives through diet/exercise. No normal people here, only the extraordinary Welcome to being one of them. Quote It is by will alone I set my mind in motion. - The Mentats Link to comment
Deis Posted July 14, 2011 Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 I am tempted to call you Misa; is that wrong? When I was losing weight, I noticed that focusing on the scale, or on how I looked, made me very, very depressed. Focusing on what your body can do makes the whole thing much more enjoyable. On that note, any goals you want to reach? Any specific allergens or items you want to cut out or minimise in your diet, any specific physical achievements you want to reach (other than 'be healthy'?). Good luck! I would also say; go ahead and watch Star Trek. Just do push-ups, or stretches or something at the same time. Quote Link to comment
MegaCarp Posted July 14, 2011 Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 Very cool, welcome aboard. I can't say I know Star Trek:TNG as well as others, but I have watched my fair share of episodes. I think you took a huge first step by making yourself known and asking for help. As Deis asked, it would be great to know what your goals are. Beyond that, good luck! Quote Link to comment
shinigamiPUNCH Posted July 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 I am tempted to call you Misa; is that wrong?When I was losing weight, I noticed that focusing on the scale, or on how I looked, made me very, very depressed. Focusing on what your body can do makes the whole thing much more enjoyable. On that note, any goals you want to reach? Any specific allergens or items you want to cut out or minimise in your diet, any specific physical achievements you want to reach (other than 'be healthy'?).Nah you can call me Misa. That's fine with me.With the goals.. where to start? I know I need to do a lot of work with being satisfied with my body - changing how I view food and exercise and being over weight. I imagine I will still think I'm overweight if I lost enough not to be considered so (I am 30 lbs down and 60lbs left). Mostly right now my short term goals would be to be able to have what I would consider average physical ability: to be able to carry many grocery bags up many flights of stairs without getting winded, to spend a day walking around town with my boyfriend, to help lift heavy furniture when friends/family move, etc. As far as nutrition goes, I would be satisfied if I could get to a point where mostly everything I ate was healthy for me and made me feel good. I am allergic to soy, shellfish, and gluten for sure. I also have really bad allergies to dust/mold/pollen/pet dander so when those are going on I usually want to reach for wheat products to soothe myself. I also have a horrible sugar addiction. I find myself making poor choices often, even though I know what's good for me. Either I'm really tired or something hurts or I'm cranky or "someone spent money on me for this slice of pie! I have to eat it!" Even knowing that I'm allergic to gluten - it's been 2 months and I still haven't 100% cut out all gluten. But I tell myself... today is going to be a better day. I packed a great lunch so I'm excited.Whew I feel rambly now. Quote Link to comment
shinigamiPUNCH Posted July 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 No normal people here, only the extraordinary Welcome to being one of them.Aaah! I need to say that more often! We are extraordinary! Quote Link to comment
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