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I guess I can do an update. I'm still struggling to get completely healthy, but I'm making more of an effort right now. I'm realizing the hardest thing for me to conquer is cravings. I was going out for fast food daily, even sometimes twice a day, for a while. This last week, I went three times. That is not healthy I know, but it's better.
I'm also working to cut out caffeine and sugary drinks.
I am going to exercise classes with my friend. The first two I went to last week were great with only my friend and I and one other person (and obviously the teacher), and led to a one and one session with the teacher, who may become my personal trainer. I appreciate how he works with me because he is focusing on the overall picture - my life, mental well-being, stress and anxiety - instead of just fitness. The third class was at a different location, with more people and a different teacher. Didn't like that one as much. Filled with people who just want to go as hard as they can - I felt one guy constantly looking down on me ("this is just the warm up!"). I am pretty sure I over exerted myself because that was Thursday and my abs are still a bit sore.
I think working on reducing stress and anxiety will play a big part towards my progress.