Exercise the Journey

I have started back on loosing weight after coming from 185 pounds and gaining back to 205 pounds. This time it is not motivated by extreme stress from a failed marriage but a need to control my weight so that I can sleep better, look better and control my anxiety and depression. I have found out that you can produce Seratonin naturally by aerobic exercise instead of being on medication. So I started back on this quest of mine to get to 175 pounds. A new goal that I think is possible even though I have not weighed this since I went into the Air Force back in 1984.
I have an advantage this time, I have Xiomara my girlfriend to encourage me to stick it out. She is a great help especially when I would rather not than go at times. Right now I am encouraged because I have made it past my 190 pound mark to just under 188. This makes me feel good because I can see the difference and feel it too. My clothes are getting big on me and I can now start wearing clothes that I couldn't before.
I am saying all this because I do go up and down with my emotions and anxiety. I want to keep track of this journey I have started to see the struggles and rewards of a healthier living. I can say having someone in your life that sees that taking care of yourself and putting time into it is a good thing is a big help. I look forward to spring when I can get outdoors to hike and bike.
I have noticed that my attitude has changed since loosing weight and I can imagine how I will feel when I pass the 180 pound mark I have set. I am endeavoring to maintain a new life style that will last, this is my record.
I have noticed that when anxiety gets to me and I do go to the gym it is the greatest remedy, you burn it off and feel much better and are able to handle the cause of the anxiety with a clearer head.
So today I am off again to the gym looking forward to it, one hour for a healthier life.
James