Day 1

There are a lot of articles out there, setting out the health and welfare of people 40+ in the country. And frankly, it doesn't look good. Obesity, heart disease, diabetes. Yes, it's scary. I'm turning 40 in July...and I'm a good 100 lbs overweight. I have struggled with weight since my mid 20s and it's time I take control. I know it's going to be a struggle and I know there are going to be hard days. I just have to find a way to pick up the pieces and move forward, instead of always feeling sorry for myself and falling back into the same mindless eating habits.

Here are some things I promise myself this time:
1. I will not give up
2. I will not use food to comfort my emotions
3. I will find a hobby to keep my hands busy
4. I will make better choices when eating out
5. I will not eat past 8 pm

It's a start...small as it is.

Today's starting weight: 280 lbs (EWWW)
Small goal: 10 lbs loss by Easter (March 22)
Eventual goal: 150 lbs