My Name is Irina

Hi, i´m 29 years old and i have been overweight for more than 15 years, i think it was about time to start doing something about it.  I did things before but could not maintain my way of life for more than 6 months so this is another chance to prove myself i can do it and change my life, my health and how i look. I want to be more agile, look sexy again, i cannot deny it, i want to stop buying shirts that makes me look older or tight shirts that makes me look wrong and uncomfortable.

I want to be able to run, jump and dance like before and tie my shoes without gasping for air.  I know i used to be good looking and i wont say i do not look good, but not like i used to and i´m not even 30 so i hope i will be able to give support to others and find a few friends here too.

I know lots of ways to help people loose weight but the problem is, perseverance.  Health and sexy has not been enough for me, otherwise i would be thin, strong and healthy already, i need something more and i believe i eat a lot and do not take care of myself because i lack something else, because i need something and i think it is completely emotional and i try to get it by chewing food and feeling full.

Hello Irina!

My name is Shana.  Sometimes I have trouble with perseverance as well... I'm hoping to lose 30+ pounds before my first marathon in May. 

I'm 37, so it's a little harder to lose weight for me (I refuse to let that stop me).  You're wise to deal with this now, rather than later.

I am an emotional eater as well - it was always easy to rely on food, for soothing comfort - and a bit of self-punishment, self-hatred as well.  Like I didn't deserve better.  I have found some good ways of handling it for now, I'd be happy to share if you like.

If you'd like a friend for support and encouragement, let me know, OK?  Wishing the very best for you!

Shana