hello

hello everyone,

i am 22, 5'6, and 130 lbs.  I remember feeling healthiest at 115 lbs, so that is my goal.

I'm thinking I just need to exercise more, cut out fat and alcohol.  Any pointers?

Hiya

I'm 5'7 and 140lbs, was 126lbs before summer '09 and looking to get back there, if not, down to 119lbs. 

At the end of August I was 148lbs. I exercise 5 times a week - 3 minimum - 30mins overall each night.. including cardio & weights. I walk at LEAST for 40mins a day. I used to drink every friday night, 2 or 3 beers and spirits. I haven't had any alcohol since the beginning of October now.. and I feel so so much better! 

Personally, I eat a good breakfast - usually a big bowl of cereal, maybe once a week a fried egg sandwich which is about 280 calories. I try not to eat too much between lunch and dinner, maybe only have a coffee but if I eat I'll have fruit or a sandwich on strictly wholewheat bread only, no mayo, no cheese etc. Dinner I'll have a meal somewhere between 600-1000 calories. If I have pasta it's wholewheat. No bread, limited cheese, limited butter, and if I have a rice dish I'll eat the sauce, veg and protein first and am usually full after that and a couple of mouthfuls of rice. 

I haven't lost any weight for 3 weeks now but am trying to stay motivated as I have been monthly measuring my waist, hips, bum and thighs. Overall in a month I lost 8inches despite no actual weight loss, I think it's probably muscle gain. I find I'm far less hungry now which is a definite plus. 

The best part is I have awarded myself 'fat friday' every week where I am allowed to eat whatever. It's better to do this then allow little treats throughout the week as I find I get full and tired of trashy food very quickly in one day but could eat and eat and eat it over a few days. 

Sorry for life story and essay! Hope it helps