katie26 Posted June 8, 2015 Share Posted June 8, 2015 Hi everyone! I'm a teacher who is prioritizing health this summer. I'm 26 and have the full summer to prioritize all the things in life that are normally cast aside when teaching. I see this as a huge gift! I want to feel confident in my own skin and naturally energetic. According to a BMI chart, because i'm 5'5" and 165 lbs, i'm overweight. I have tossed around the idea in my head to lose 26 pounds before my birthday in May 2016. While on the Whole30, I am nervous of social situations and eating out mostly. Houston has some of the most incredible restaurants, and I want to spend quality time with my friends out at those restaurants. I'm just going to have to order cleanly and suggest good restaurants. My biggest problem currently is not making scheduled, filling meals at home. In the evenings, I usually get very very hungry as a result. I also need to drink more water. I have PCOS and low thyroid levels. Lately I have noticed memory loss, which is frustrating when I am trying to tell a story and can't remember the key details. So on the Whole30, I most look forward to sharpened brain function, because I believe food can heal our bodies. Also, I want to learn portion control and sophisticated meal planning. This way I can fuel my cells and help my body function optimally. I also really want to lose weight. I definitely don't feel attractive at this weight. And being 26 and single doesn't feel good. I have high hopes for what food can do for me, and I really want to be successful over the next 30 days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbaa Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 And you WILL be. You can do it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saraphina13 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Hi Katie! I just came across your post and wished I had seen it sooner! I started around the same time you posted and I am also a teacher, 30, 5'5" and 165! I am working through my reintroduction phase and w wondering how you were doing! Doing the whole 30 at the end of the school year is crazy but it made my choices pretty simple! Regards, Kelsey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monee2000 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 While I'm not a teacher, I am in the middle of my Whole30 (Day 15 today!) and also live in Houston, so I thought I'd say hello. I've found it possible to find options at most restaurants, even if I have to be a little creative. Hope you're doing well! P.S. I'm 36 and single, so I hear ya on that comment as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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