New Rebel in her 40ies

[Super_Lili]

Hello everyone,

 

I'm currently reading Steve's book and I thought it would be a good idea to start here right away instead of finishing the book first. I've already identified procrastination as one of my "enemies"

 

I'm in my forties, overweight (no exercise, too many takeouts/eating out and alcohol), tired and a bit broke (it all comes together, right?). I have this on-and-off history with leading a healthy, balanced life, but I've been living the "off" period for a few years now. 

 

So tonight, I've decided to change that. I mean, it's the first time I do something about it for so long. 

 

I know how easily discouraged I can be, so I'm focusing of the really basic stuff for now - I'm sure this will help me get better and give me the push to go further down the road to healthy living

I'll also post this in the Challenge section, but I think it summarizes quite well where I am now:
- Bring my lunch to work min. 4x/week

- Order in/Eat out max. 1x/week (alone) or 2x/week (with people)

- Drink alcohol max. 1x/week (with people)

- Take a cab max. 1x/week (alone) or 2x/week (with people) --- I live in the city, so that means a lot more walking for me!

 

So this is for the current challenge (until mid-August). After that, I believe I will probably be ready to add more exercise, such as the NF bodyweight training, but we'll see.  

 

I'm looking forward to get know you all better! I wish you the best on your personal quests  
 

 

[Elastigirl]

Great goals! I love to see women who are 40+ on these boards. I didn't do any strength stuff until I was on NF, and in my forties, but I really believe it is super important for women of all ages to be strong.

[Super_Lili]

Thank you, Elastigirl! I used to do strength training a few years ago and I plan on going back to it: it's so much fun and made me feel great! I just don't want to put too many goals for the first couple of weeks (and get scared! ;)), but I'll get there

[Vibrantella]

Hi from another rebel in her forties!   Good luck!

[Super_Lili]

Hello and thanks, Vibrantella! (Love the name!) It's nice to be in such a nice group

[JonnyGunns]

Welcome Super_Lili!

 

You are off to a fantastic start and you will do well!  So pumped to see other 40ish year olds getting after it and crushing their goals. 

[Super_Lili]

Thank you Jonny!