Sue81

I’ve just weighed in and I’m down another pound. I have had other things on my mind for a while now but that is as sorted as it is going to be so my focus is back on the weight loss. It’s a long weekend here and typically the weather isn’t great but I’m going to try to make the most of it.

In terms of the goals I set out for myself in my last blog here are the actions I am taking to make them happen.

1. Get back on plan and lose the weight
- I went to the supermarket yesterday and had a good stock up. I nearly collapsed when I saw the total but the only way for me to do this is to have nice food which is on plan. I’ve had my porridge (oatmeal) this morning and have my meals planned for the rest of the day. I’m considering getting a veg box delivered rather than buying it from the supermarket, I tend to stick to the same veggies and this might be a way to get some variety. There is also a fishmonger at the end of the road which I might take a look at. I love fish and seafood but I’m not a fan of handling it in its raw state.

2. Get a full health MOT
- One of the reasons I follow the GI diet is because I have PCOS. The symptoms are reduced when I follow the diet and take some natural supplements. As I’ve just taken them this morning I’ll let you know what I take;
Multi vitamin and mineral
Vitamin B Complex
Zinc
Magnesium
Chromium
Co-enzyme Q10
Agnus Castus
Milk Thistle
Saw Palmetto
I’d particularly recommend the Saw Palmetto to anyone who suffers from hirsutism.
I’m going to go see the doc once I’m back into the swing of things.

3. Get some help for my people issues
- Having done some research on the net I think I suffer from social anxiety. I’m sorting out membership to the National Phobics’ Society which will give me access to cognitive behaviour therapy. It seems to be the recommend way to go. I’m also trying to make small steps in my social life. I’ve agreed to go to the cinema on Wednesday with some girls from work, (now I just need to turn up!).

4. Get more active
- Assuming the weather is okay I’m going to take a walk into town on Monday and while I’m there I’m going to look out some exercise equipment. Now the weather is (supposedly) improving I’d like to take a walk during my lunch break but as I work at an Airport there is nowhere to go. I’ll have to take a look and see if it is possible.

5. Get on the housing ladder
- This one is on hold for now due to the general state of the economy!

Well I’m in a positive mood for the week ahead. I might even wash the car!