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brastasi said: "[FONT=Comic Sans MS] Hi, I am brastasi. The name is a story within itself. I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself. I am a mother of three, with a son graduating this spring. I am changing my lifestyle to represent one of health, exercise, and motivation. O.K. in other words, I want to look great at 40! :) I have purchased a journal to write what I eat, the calories, fat, carbs, protein, and my goals. A real eye opener. I have also purchased a new treadmill and have been working out 30 min a day. Need to do more, but its a good start. I do need the support because it is a challenge to support myself day in and day out. Look forward to hearing from all of you. Brastasi"

determinedtolose said: "Hey welcome aboard, It is really good to have you. It sounds like you are on the right track for your weight loss and lifestyle change. Taking it slow at first is smart. It won't take long and you will have a fever for it and you will be going like gang busters. Keep to the forums and we will help you along the way. I too said to myself that I was not going to go into my 40s being over weight. I have untill October to get 75% percent of my goal. I hope to have accomplished 100% of my goal by next January. I have been at this for 5 weeks now and I feel I have accomplished a lot. Take it week by week and hang in there. We are all strong and can do this with a lot of encouragement form one another. Please keep us posted on your journey. Email if you need anything."

USEDtobetiny said: "Welcome Brastasi, It's funny but my last name sounds alot like your nickname. Where did it come from? I am glad to hear you are making positive changes. I have just recently done the same, and I am trying to keep on it. Coming to the forum really keeps me going. Everyone here has a similar goal of some sort, so you know you aren't the only one, and that it's a real issue to SO many people. But many of the people here are already proof that we make the choice to change and become the healthiest we can. So good luck to you, and congratulations on a great start. Stay with us!! Steph"

brastasi said: "Thanks for all the advice and comments. It is overwhelming and exciting to have such geuine support. Yesterday I looked at what I have written in my journal before dinner, and I was surprised to see that I had only reached about 800 calories before dinner. Watching what I eat, and then having to look at what I had written down keeps me focused. It does take time, but I have told myself that I have time for everything else, like watching T.V., reading a good book, going to purchase fast food, ect. Wow! honesty is the best policy. :o"

brastasi said: "The story behind my name is simple, I used three letters from each of my children to create a name. Each syllable is a syllable in their name. hmm... :rolleyes:"

brastasi said: "I am already there. Will be 41 in July. For me, this is not only about losing weight and looking great, but about health. I am borderline diabetic and my family has heart failure and high blood pressure. I do not want to feel 80 at the age of 60. I guess now I feel the pressure is on. It is do and now or accept myself the way I am. I know I can look better :D"

featherish said: "Hi! A son graduating in the spring has got to be exciting! ( How can time get behind us so quickly, anyhow? ) A journal should help you identify problem areas in your diet. That way you can take steps to fix them. As Determined said, start slow and work your way up. A treadmill is an excellent way to get started, no matter what the weather is. Happy to meet you!"

Heather said: "Welcome to the forums, Glad that you decided to join us! I know what you mean about wanting to look great when you look older. Losing weight is one thing that you can do to make sure that you look your best. Here's a *boost* from me!"

Heather said: "How long till 40, Brasati?"

Elaine said: "Hi! What is the story behind your name? Focus on your goals and work every day to achieve them and you will do great! A treadmill will help!"

Elaine said: "[QUOTE=brastasi]The story behind my name is simple, I used three letters from each of my children to create a name. Each syllable is a syllable in their name. hmm... :rolleyes:[/QUOTE] Cool. Way to be creative :) As for weight loss, one good peice of advice is not to get upset by a scale. I use it as a guide more than a manual. Letting the scale upest you is insane. Go by how you feel and how your clothes are fitting. Weighing yourself every day just affirms whatever the numbers say, and it fluctuates wildly every day."

UniqueMystique said: "......to featherish, Brastasi! Good to have you here."