It's Been Too Long

Sorry I have not been updating. Between exams and Easter break I just haven't thought about getting on here. When I got home for break I was finally able to weigh myself. I'm down 8lbs! When I saw the number on the scale I felt like i was running around telling everyone about my good news. My boyfriends mother is also trying to lose weight and it is nice to have someone I can relate to. Anyways, My support system is not that awesome. My mom, boyfriend, and roomate seem to be the only people cheering me on =[ I know shouldnt rely on people to keep me motivated and to just be behind me through all of this, but it sure would help me out.

Over break I stayed on track. I allwed myself to pig out on Easter but that's it. I played hockey and basketball as well as went on walks and jogs over break. I'm finding myself loving the exercise. I love the way my body feels after I just had a good workout. When I am at school, it seems like hitting up the gym is the last thing on my list to do because of all of the school work i need to be doing. I'm thinking i should fit in a half hour 3 days a week. Besides, a mental break would do me some good before i go crazy here.

A lot to lose and even more to gain,
AJ

So Far So Good

I'm feeling great about life right now. I think I am finally on the right track to get down to the weight that I want to be at. I wish I could weigh myself and keep track of how much I am losing, but since I am at school I don't have a scale in my room. It is probably a better thing that I don't weigh myself; that could discourage me if I am not losing the weight as quickly as I am hoping to. I made myself a promise to not eat anything except fruits and vegetables from the school. The food my school feeds us has to be full of fat, calories, and god knows what else. I am proud to say that I eaten nothing with sugar in, except fruits of course, since I have started this process only 3 days ago. I know 3 days does not sound like a lot, but if you are anything like me, 3 days without anything sugary, like chocolate or other sweets, is an accomplishment. I think my body loves me right now! I need support so I am hoping that people will follow my blog soon. Even though at this point I am writing to no one, I feel like keeping this blog will help me keep on track. Speaking of support, some of my friends are not the most supportive of my decision to lose weight. I don't know why they would be unsupportive! My roomate thinks what I am doing is a wonderful thing.

Everything to gain and A lot to Lose,
AJ

Update 1

There are skinny people everywhere on campus. I used to envy them. They can wear a small size, look good no matter what, and just plain old be beautiful. Looking at these girls made me upset. I made myself believe that because I wasn't that size, I couldn't be pretty. Now, after my hypnotherapy, I look at these girls as motivation. I know that someday i'll be able to be one of those girls who wear a size 4 or even 5. I'm not doing it to be like them, but i'm doing it for myself. No more comparing my body to those skinny girls on campus. I'll use them as inspiration and motivation.

Update 2

So I'm supposed to get at the least 20 mins of exercise a day; this even includes walking. So, this evening me and two other friends of mine went to the pool and swam laps. It felt soooo good. Don't get me wrong, i'm an active person. Just because i'. bigger doesn't mean im not active. I got out of the pool and my legs were tired as were my arms. I love that feeling. If I don;t lose weight this way, I don't know how i'll lose it!

Peace and Love

New Hopes Old Dreams

So this is my first blog and I thought that it would be a great way to begin my process of losing weight. I'm 19, female, and in college and currently weigh 185 pounds....that's way too much for my body frame. I'm 5'2" and i have been trying to lose weight for the past 3 years. Nothing has worked. Finally, my mom and I visited a hypnotherapist. we were hypnotized for weight loss and I am hoping with all my heart that it will work. There have been nothing but success stories so I am going along with the dream of being one of those stories. The process is healthy eating, desire, and exercise. Now, I know this sounds normal but they hypnotherapy will help me keep on track. I should be down to 120 pounds by september 20th 2010. I am hoping you will join me on this journey

Everything to Gain and A lot to Lose,

AJ