BMI, running, and a new pair of shoes

Lots of changes in my life over he past winter caused me to gain weight. I normally fluctuate around the holidays, but most of this was due to stress and I was, in a word, unhappy. For the first time in a long time I didn't like the way I looked and felt the anxiety I used to feel being a teenager all over again. I knew I had to do something.

I decided to start slow. I started putting everything I eat into Livestrong.com. Livestrong.com calculated my calories, my BMI, and tracks my weight. I was terrified at first. Having to face those numbers, admit that I stress eat, and see how out of control I had gotten was not fun. But it was what I needed.

I have started running. I never thought I would again, and it's still hard for me. But, I got myself a fancy new pair of Nike running shoes and I've been going down to the track at the Recreation center near me. It's been a big change.

It will take me years of changing my habits to get me out of plus sized category, but I am a big advocate for being healthy. I knew when I decided that I was unhappy with the way I looked that I was now unhealthy in more than one way. Now it's time to practice what I preach and get my mind and body in better shape.