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42 yo, 5'6" and have gained 15 lb in 2 years

vasumodi
vasumodi Posts: 23 Member
edited November 2024 in Introduce Yourself
I think it's stress and metabolic and the fact that I have been working from home for 2 years. I've gained 15 lb in 2 years and believe me it comes on suddenly - like 7 lb have been gained just since April. I never did exercise but now I know I have to, so I've begun. I weigh 139 lb and have a bloated belly and it has been bad for the way I feel and look - I don't fit into anything any more and I just feel generally ugh. So I've begun a restricted diet and a 45 minute 3.5 mph walk at least 3 days a week - I cannot manage everyday - yet. Hope to share my journey with others. PS: I live in India. I think bad air pollution has a bit to do with this, and stress.

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  • bredaclarke67
    bredaclarke67 Posts: 45 Member
    Similar position. In my forties and saw weight pile on over the last 3 yrs. Healthy eating and a bit of exercise is my approach too. Stay motivated and don't give up☺
  • vasumodi
    vasumodi Posts: 23 Member
    Thanks, breda!
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