How do you put "your" needs before your job?

[maryrose 2]

Hi Ladies, :redface:

I know this probably sounds like a dumb question, but I just can't (or maybe won't?) seem to make time for myself. I work 6 to 7 days a week unfortunately because of circumstances out of my control right now.

I just don't know how to come up with the time or energy to step this thing up to get the last 35/40 lbs off. I know it's up to me to get my lazy butt moving, I just don't know how I can do it.

I hope I don't sound like a complainer, I guess I just need a swift kick in the buttocks!

:smile:

[mcgreen 0]

I'm sympathetic to where you are, MaryRose! For me, once I got into 'normal sizes' of clothing and was no longer obese, the intense drive to exercise and watch my diet sort of went kaput. For me, I still exercise but its the diet that has fallen off and I've recommitted to following my calories and limiting the skittles to 2 packs/week rather than 1-2 packs/day! eek!

I work similar hours to you and go to the gym at 5 am (get up around 415).

I suggest you look at what you are doing now and try to schedule some time to move more (if you aren't exercising on a regular basis)- before work seems to be the best for me cause after work, I'm beat! If you are already exercising and its your diet- try to recommit to logging every bite you put in your mouth.

You've done GREAT! You can definitely get to goal.

[TulipStar 2]

it's just a little kick start that you need to do it. Think about how good it will feel to finally reach goal... you can do it!

[aubrie 6]

My health club is about two city blocks from my house and I have to drive right past it to get home. It's amazing what guilt does to a person as your consider driving right on by....... LOL

[maryrose 2]

thank you all for the encouragement! I just get so frustrated when I see how much better others are doing! I know I should not and I'm really happy for everyone. I know that sounds bad. I guess I'm just in a rut. You all help me so much..thank you!

[Melody2006 1]

Time to get a pedometer and do 10,000 steps a day. Get the Omron HJ-720ITC (The best one out there). Get it from Amazon.com (the cheapest place to get it ~ like $30 with shipping.) and you can get the exercise you need anywhere/any situation. The last few pounds are always the hardest! Get a fill if you need to. Start being strict to your plan again. You'll get there doing these things!