Hey All,
Hoping for some advice/strategies/book recommendations/anything really from someone who has been through this before. Sorry for the long background info below, just wasn't sure what all was important..
I am 28 F, 5'1 and went from 200 lbs down to 138 mostly through exercise, but also unintended diet changes (didn't feel like drinking wine after getting home from the gym, usually had a drink every night before this). I also planned my gym time during my usual snack sessions which helped a lot. My daily schedule was basically work - home to eat something light - gym - sleep. It was very effective, felt great, didn't have much of a social life but wasn't too bothered about it.
Right after I reached my lowest weight (goal was 140) I met my S/O - we did long distance for awhile, and because of the time difference and length of our calls, I ended up skipping out on the gym a lot. Tried to go in the mornings before work ~3 times a week, but found I was consistently gaining weight due to the time home in the evenings (if I am at home, I am eating/drinking. I know this is an issue that needs work).
Now we live together, and the weight gain has skyrocketed. I was the one to make the move across the country, and I am still hunting for a job months later. I spend way too much time at home by myself (constant snacking), and we drink much more than we probably should (a drink or 2 most nights). He has started mentioning that he needs to cut back on my cooking, because he feels like he has gained weight with someone here taking care of him, but I don't notice it at all on him (he has a very active job, not a big snacker). I know I have gained weight, and I feel like he is talking about cutting back himself to help me realize I need to do the same. I am VERY aware, and very embarrassed, and very ready to make a change. I want to be the me that he fell in love with, and I can't believe I have let myself fall so far (I have gained back 40 lbs since I met him).
I have joined a cross fit gym (totally new to me) and am working my way through the intro program, and every class kicks my ass. I need help balancing real life and my weight loss efforts.... I seem to either be ALL IN, or completely off the wagon and I don't know how to find the middle ground. Any help would be so so appreciated.
TLDR: Lost 62 pounds 2 years ago, gained 40 lbs back after meeting my partner. Need help balancing having a social life/relationship and weight loss.
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