New chapter: my weight-loss journey

Today marks a new chapter in my life........

Last week, I was shocked to find that I had tip-toed over 14 stone! I'm gutted, but I have been struggling with my weight since pre-kids. At school, I was on both the hockey & netball teams, plus walked to and from school (about a mile each way). Then, I started working in an office at aged 17.......I was static most of the day, eating snacks at my desk and the weight slowly piled on. 

At school, I was a lovely size UK 10......pre-Tristan (aged 24) I was a 14....now I'm a 16/18. I'm not a big eater, but what I do eat is not healthy nor nutritious, and my only exercise (if you can truly call it that) is running around with my two children. 

So, as of today, I begin a month or two of Slim Fast to kick-start my weight-loss programme, plus at-home exercise (I've recorded some programmes from the keep-fit tv channel) every other day. I've tried healthy eating & diets, but I have very little (aka none) willpower, so thought the Slim Fast way (aka nothing but three 100-calorie snacks, two shakes, one healthy meal a day) is strict and I can't be easily led into naughty temptations. 

Once a month or two has passed (hopefully with decent results, fingers crossed), I can think about just embarking on a normal healthy eating diet. But first, I must be strict with myself and see results. I'm not aiming to be a size 6 supermodel (not gonna happen at 5ft 2", lol), but a healthy toned size 12/14 (approx 10-11 stone) would be a fantastic result. With my natural curves & boobs, I think it's a safe & healthy body size. 

Also, publicising my weight-loss journey via this public blog is a great way to kick my bum into gear! 

I also have two very important events to look good for..... 
* Mid-September is my dear friend's wedding, so need to look fabulous 
* May 2014 I'm Maid of Honour so need to look photo-ready So, that should be great motivation! 

So....here it begins: 
Day 1: 14 stone 1 pound 

Please do share your tips & tricks to healthy eating & exercise whilst being a busy mum in the comment section. Your help & support is most appreciated. 

Wish me luck everyone xxx