Hello Helena!
So you are a runner too? I am trying to get my endurance going and lose weight at the same time. It sounds like you have the right attitude about losing weight and wanting to be successful. Remember, the only opinion that truly matters is the one you have of yourself. Dieting is tough because everyone has their own ideas on how to go about doing it, what to eat, how much to exercise, and how fast you should be losing it. Try and tune them out, and just go with however you feel the most comfortable. Dont let others get to you (easier said than done). I bet your friend was being hypercritical of you because she was insecure about some of her own flaws; so it was easier to put you down than deal with her issues. In the end, you will be a stronger and happier woman and nobody will be able to take that away from you, ever. Keep up the good work! And let us know how you are doing.
~Carrie
