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| Wed, 09-21-2005 - 5:34pm |
Hi Everyone,
I'm a returning member here, and again with a new name. For those that remember me, I'm Cheryl, the woman that just LOVES to go to Hawaii every year and has an ULTRA cute dog. lol.
I recently ended things with my bf (xbf now), and well, although we're remaining friends, I have my bad days, and figured, I should start working out again, because that should help with my depression too...and I need to lose the weight. I'm turning 31 next month, and I hear how hard it is to lose the further we get into our 30's. Ugh. So I'm trying, no, I'm GOING TO lose this weight, so my weight isn't a problem down the line.
My goal is the same, I'd like to lose 25lbs and re-evaluate then to see if I want to lose more, or if I'm okay with where I'm at. My initial goal is the New Year. I want to lose at least 20, but of course, as much as possible (in a healthy way) would be nice.
Small goals seem to work for me. So, I'm starting off with my normal. Hit the treadmill at least 3-5 days a week, and be on it for a minimum of 20 mins. (I may borrow my xbf's dad's treadmill. they're not using it and i figure, that means there's NO excuse, becuase i don't have to go anywhere or be seen by anyone lol). That's my exercise goal.
My food goal is to cut back on the fast food, and if I eat out, make better choices. So, first step. Cutting back on the soda again, and making better choices.
This is all for one month. :) Next month. My goal is to eat a healthy meal, once a day. At least 3-5 days a week. And exercise 4-5 days a week.
In reality, these goals are high, because I know I won't make them, HOWEVER, it's a mind game. If I AIM for 5 days, I'll hit around 3. If I am for 3, I'll hit maybe 1. Mind game with myself.
Okay, now I"m going to go catch up on the board, since I haven't been here in a LONG time. My life is changing, and I think it's time my body changes with it (besides, if I lose weight, much easier to snag a new guy.......lol).

Cher!!!! Wonderful to see you, and I have to say from your new name I immediately thought it was you!
Sorry to hear about the (ex)bf and yourself-- sounds like you're well on the way to being ready to get out there again though.
We've missed you!
You know we'll be here just cheering you on in any direction you need- looking forward to seeing you around again-
Moderation IS Key
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Welcome back. I was wondering what happened to you. Great goals. I may have to borrow them. Stay happy.
Robyn
Hey Cher!!!!
I was thinking about Slim in 6, however, I have no room right now. And I noticed I get tendanitis in my shoulder. So, going to try running for now. see how that hurts me. lol.
and yup, i sooo know about the 30's not being as "friendly" so, i wanna be in shape before I hit 32 (next october). because well, it's easier to maintain, than to lose as we get older. right? right.
yeah, as i sit here on my butt at 7:30pm surfing, instead of running. lol. Tomorrow. :)
And my cutest dog? He's fat, like his momma. I figure, get me down first, then start walking him WAY more. I figure, I can "maintain" by walking him. Just need to get him and me out there, cuz he's about mid-life now, so same thing i'm sure. metabolism slowed down. maybe i should chnage his food to something "ligther". lol poor guy. but he's doing well.
as for my breakup, it was amicable. we're trying to remain friends, it's hard, because i know i still want him to do bf things. just a time of healing and re-adjustment. so far, rocky, but still good. it's only been about two weeks. lol. so y'know, much more time to vent,go crazy, and get over it. then, back to the dating world.
i'm catching up.....it's a lot!