What was your rock bottom to get heathly?
chrissjourney
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Hi,
I've been thicker all my life (well from young child) and while I have no major health problems I'd like to keep it that way. I am not diabetic but I am insulin resistant and both of my parents were diabetic so I worry about getting there. I am 39 years old and both my parents passed early in life (one at 48, cancer, and one at 52, diabetes complications). I also have a younger child. Knowing all this YET I still make bad food and drink choices. I think to myself what does it take to make me change?? Anyways I was wondering what was your rock bottom that finally made you decide to lead a healthier lifestyle?
I've been thicker all my life (well from young child) and while I have no major health problems I'd like to keep it that way. I am not diabetic but I am insulin resistant and both of my parents were diabetic so I worry about getting there. I am 39 years old and both my parents passed early in life (one at 48, cancer, and one at 52, diabetes complications). I also have a younger child. Knowing all this YET I still make bad food and drink choices. I think to myself what does it take to make me change?? Anyways I was wondering what was your rock bottom that finally made you decide to lead a healthier lifestyle?
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A 42 inch waist, and my ex-wife and a writer that I respect telling me what disgusting hunk of *kitten* I was.0
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For me is when I hit 260 pounds. I don't know why that was my breaking point. Not when I got sleep apnea, not when I had high cholesterol, not when I was diagnosed with a fatty liver. It was the 260 pound mark. Which I finally am under.4
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Gallowmere1984 wrote: »A 42 inch waist, and my ex-wife and a writer that I respect telling me what disgusting hunk of *kitten* I was.
Aww. Words hurt! Looks like you're doing great now though so good job!
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For me is when I hit 260 pounds. I don't know why that was my breaking point. Not when I got sleep apnea, not when I had high cholesterol, not when I was diagnosed with a fatty liver. It was the 260 pound mark. Which I finally am under.
It was that number that got you huh. I hang around the same number all the time...not much more, not much less. Good job on getting under it...I bet it feels great! Thanks.
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It was a culmination of alot of things.
I wanted to expand my family but could not because I wasn't getting my period, thanks to my hormones being out of whack due to obesity.
I, in general, was not happy with myself. Appearance, mood, etc.
I'd visited my SIL previous and we went "hiking" up to a beautiful waterfall close to her home. When I say hiking, it was really just climbing up a few rocks, less than a quarter mile. I barely made it. I was winded, everything hurt and I felt like a failure.
I was having balance issues - falling, rolling my ankle... falling included down the stairs, several times... one time bruising my tailbone.
I'd just had enough of all that. I was ready to do whatever it took to lose the weight. I wanted to be happy with myself, have another baby, etc. So I set a goal, read great advice on the forums, logged my foods, stuck to it and succeeded.
*Had my 2nd Child Jan 2015, Fixed my balance issues, have run a couple 5ks, hiked frequently, dropped from a size 16 jeans to 4/6, and am in general, much happier with myself. Did it fix everything? No. But it fixed ALOT.12 -
chrissjourney wrote: »Gallowmere1984 wrote: »A 42 inch waist, and my ex-wife and a writer that I respect telling me what disgusting hunk of *kitten* I was.
Aww. Words hurt! Looks like you're doing great now though so good job!
They were exactly what I needed, and it would have been good to hear before I was 25, but c'est la vie.3 -
For me, it was trying to find something to wear to a party and realizing that even my "fat" clothes were tight.1
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It was a culmination of alot of things.
I wanted to expand my family but could not because I wasn't getting my period, thanks to my hormones being out of whack due to obesity.
I, in general, was not happy with myself. Appearance, mood, etc.
I'd visited my SIL previous and we went "hiking" up to a beautiful waterfall close to her home. When I say hiking, it was really just climbing up a few rocks, less than a quarter mile. I barely made it. I was winded, everything hurt and I felt like a failure.
I was having balance issues - falling, rolling my ankle... falling included down the stairs, several times... one time bruising my tailbone.
I'd just had enough of all that. I was ready to do whatever it took to lose the weight. I wanted to be happy with myself, have another baby, etc. So I set a goal, read great advice on the forums, logged my foods, stuck to it and succeeded.
*Had my 2nd Child Jan 2015, Fixed my balance issues, have run a couple 5ks, hiked frequently, dropped from a size 16 jeans to 4/6, and am in general, much happier with myself. Did it fix everything? No. But it fixed ALOT.
I too struggle with my hormones. I have PCOS and it's so hard to lose. My pattern is giving up because nothing happens. You're inspiring from a 16 to a 4/6...that's awesome! Thank you.
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kschwab0203 wrote: »For me, it was trying to find something to wear to a party and realizing that even my "fat" clothes were tight.
I have even been here. I have opted out of outings because I didn't feel comfortable in anything I put on. You would think that would be enough for me but nope. I'm glad it was for you though!1 -
It was when my doctor tried to put me on some high-protein / no-exercise program (with counseling, etc.), and when I said "no, I'll take this year and lose it on my own" and he basically said "you won't be successful"--well, that's when I got serious. I'm losing this weight (70 pounds so far this year) out of pure spite so that I can show him on my next check-up that I did it....28
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Yes! The "I'll show you" attitude, I love it! Congrats on the loss and for showing him.stephenearllucas wrote: »It was when my doctor tried to put me on some high-protein / no-exercise program (with counseling, etc.), and when I said "no, I'll take this year and lose it on my own" and he basically said "you won't be successful"--well, that's when I got serious. I'm losing this weight (70 pounds so far this year) out of pure spite so that I can show him on my next check-up that I did it....
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The fact that I would end up wearing the same pair of khaki pants for the next 40 years.4
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I've struggled since my mid-teens with my weight. after i turned 30, I had several issues develop, the first being an underactive thyroid. Went on meds for it, maintained my weight for a while, but got complacent, particularly while my mom was dying of cancer, just didn't pay attention. I knew I was heavier than I'd been in a while, but I wasn't aware of how much. I saw a photo of myself at a friend's wedding shower & I barely recognized myself. I looked swollen all over. I rejoined WW at the time and worked hard. Lost a bunch. Then over the course of 15 minutes I had 2 separate leg injuries, each requiring crutches & months of PT. Gained some, but not all, of the weight back. After my injuries it seemed even harder to lose, but I kept at it, because I WAS losing and everything I was doing for WL also had other benefits. In January I found out my progress was so slow due to insulin resistance. Went on the medication and now I've lost 34# this year. You might have to work harder with your own issues, BUT IT CAN BE DONE. You really just need to want it enough to do the work. After tracking for 8+ years, it isn't a pain for me, it is just a habit. What keeps me going, even when I am struggling, is that my mom died in her mid-50s (about 10 yrs older than I am now) and she didn't take care of herself until it was too late. I don't want that to be me. Besides, I've worked so long and hard on my progress so far that I don't want to give up now. As long as the scale keeps moving towards a healthy weight, I will keep trying. I will get there eventually.
If you are looking for motivation and struggling, perhaps sitting down & making a list will help. Keep it in your wallet where you can reread it for extra inspiration when you feel like giving up.5 -
I'm only 21 and all my life ive been "big" Year by year,Stone at a time and I was consistently bullied throughout my teenage years at school ect. I even refused to eat in public in fear of being "Fat shamed" I always looked at my friends or people around me and wished I was them. Not being able to accomplish the dreams I wanted because I have low self esteem and confidence issues and even going out to purchase clothes I couldn't find any that fit me,even if I did,they are tight and uncomfortable and not exactly your fashionable items. Underneath my exterior I have so much personality that I want to express with the way I dress ect and I feel at a standstill. Both my parents have diabetes and I was informed a few years ago I had a "fatty liver" but still I hid in the shadows not realizing how big I actually am, I don't want to be this person. Due to my own personal reasons,depression as one,i comfort eat. After many failed attempts at "diets" 13 days ago ( Not long I know) I decided,enough was enough and with 2017 around the corner I want to use it as a platform for change and finally look and feel healthier! I need all the motivation/encouragement and advice I can get! its such a long journey,but I'm tired of feeling repulsed by myself,theres not one thing about me I can say I honestly like! self hate?? but all of you are an inspiration to push myself! x8
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Got to a point in my life things kind of just *kitten* slapped me in the face and i got stubborn XD Was seriosuly just like something changed overnight for me. Was pretty strange how simply i took on all the new healthy haabits.
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10480542/i-think-im-superwoman-3#latest posted it here if you care XD2 -
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I've struggled since my mid-teens with my weight. after i turned 30, I had several issues develop, the first being an underactive thyroid. Went on meds for it, maintained my weight for a while, but got complacent, particularly while my mom was dying of cancer, just didn't pay attention. I knew I was heavier than I'd been in a while, but I wasn't aware of how much. I saw a photo of myself at a friend's wedding shower & I barely recognized myself. I looked swollen all over. I rejoined WW at the time and worked hard. Lost a bunch. Then over the course of 15 minutes I had 2 separate leg injuries, each requiring crutches & months of PT. Gained some, but not all, of the weight back. After my injuries it seemed even harder to lose, but I kept at it, because I WAS losing and everything I was doing for WL also had other benefits. In January I found out my progress was so slow due to insulin resistance. Went on the medication and now I've lost 34# this year. You might have to work harder with your own issues, BUT IT CAN BE DONE. You really just need to want it enough to do the work. After tracking for 8+ years, it isn't a pain for me, it is just a habit. What keeps me going, even when I am struggling, is that my mom died in her mid-50s (about 10 yrs older than I am now) and she didn't take care of herself until it was too late. I don't want that to be me. Besides, I've worked so long and hard on my progress so far that I don't want to give up now. As long as the scale keeps moving towards a healthy weight, I will keep trying. I will get there eventually.
If you are looking for motivation and struggling, perhaps sitting down & making a list will help. Keep it in your wallet where you can reread it for extra inspiration when you feel like giving up.
You are def an inspiration! With the thyroid and insulin resistance both strikes against weight loss and you beat them....good job for sure!1 -
I was on my second set of scales as i'd 'outgrown' the old set and I still managed to 'zero' them.
One full loop back to zero was my moment to say 'enough'2 -
When I realized I was avoiding the (mirrored) closets in my house because I truly loathed myself for getting so enormous2
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It wasn't rock bottom for me. It was a hole and a pile of rocks. Seriously. I had drainage issues that regularly flooded my garage so I had to dig down to the drainage pipe, take the dirt to the dump and filled it in with drain rock. About halfway through I bought a fitness tracker and saw where my heart rate was going. Well, I moved the rock (~12.5 yards) and have just kept dealing with my weight ever since. Been since September and down 40 lbs or so.
I'm amused by the doctor story above only because I'm not going to the doc until I'm down in weight. Maybe when I'm 250 or so. Just such a pain to find one in this town that I don't want the conversation to be about my weight when I know (at this point) I'm dealing with it.3 -
I'm pretty lonely so I tried onlinedating a couple of times to meet some girls but nobody wanted to talk to me. So I figured If I stop eating I'll lose weigth or I'd just die. Both are fine with me I don't care. Nobody cares about me.0
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Aww, you pull at my heart strings! While I was lucky enough to never been bullied growing up I totally know the insecure with yourself part of it. Also not having much of a choice in close at size 18 because back then (I'm 39) being big was less common I guess and so everything was not age appropriate for me. Even though your journey has just begun you are so young and you keep going girl! You got this!!embraceyourinnerbeauty wrote: »I'm only 21 and all my life ive been "big" Year by year,Stone at a time and I was consistently bullied throughout my teenage years at school ect. I even refused to eat in public in fear of being "Fat shamed" I always looked at my friends or people around me and wished I was them. Not being able to accomplish the dreams I wanted because I have low self esteem and confidence issues and even going out to purchase clothes I couldn't find any that fit me,even if I did,they are tight and uncomfortable and not exactly your fashionable items. Underneath my exterior I have so much personality that I want to express with the way I dress ect and I feel at a standstill. Both my parents have diabetes and I was informed a few years ago I had a "fatty liver" but still I hid in the shadows not realizing how big I actually am, I don't want to be this person. Due to my own personal reasons,depression as one,i comfort eat. After many failed attempts at "diets" 13 days ago ( Not long I know) I decided,enough was enough and with 2017 around the corner I want to use it as a platform for change and finally look and feel healthier! I need all the motivation/encouragement and advice I can get! its such a long journey,but I'm tired of feeling repulsed by myself,theres not one thing about me I can say I honestly like! self hate?? but all of you are an inspiration to push myself! x
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I'm pretty lonely so I tried onlinedating a couple of times to meet some girls but nobody wanted to talk to me. So I figured If I stop eating I'll lose weigth or I'd just die. Both are fine with me I don't care. Nobody cares about me.
People do care,you don't know me,but I care about you. Everybody in life should have some happiness. Those people choose to be self centred! Keep going
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grmckenzie wrote: »It wasn't rock bottom for me. It was a hole and a pile of rocks. Seriously. I had drainage issues that regularly flooded my garage so I had to dig down to the drainage pipe, take the dirt to the dump and filled it in with drain rock. About halfway through I bought a fitness tracker and saw where my heart rate was going. Well, I moved the rock (~12.5 yards) and have just kept dealing with my weight ever since. Been since September and down 40 lbs or so.
I'm amused by the doctor story above only because I'm not going to the doc until I'm down in weight. Maybe when I'm 250 or so. Just such a pain to find one in this town that I don't want the conversation to be about my weight when I know (at this point) I'm dealing with it.
40lbs is major! Good job on "dealing with it"!
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JessicaMcB wrote: »When I realized I was avoiding the (mirrored) closets in my house because I truly loathed myself for getting so enormous
I feel you here. My work is total glass and that reflection gets me every day.0 -
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I'm pretty lonely so I tried onlinedating a couple of times to meet some girls but nobody wanted to talk to me. So I figured If I stop eating I'll lose weigth or I'd just die. Both are fine with me I don't care. Nobody cares about me.
Well I'm really hoping just for weight loss for you. There is a special someone out there for everyone, you just haven't found yours yet. I truly hope things get better for you!4 -
For me, it was a a diabetes and RA diagnosis, combined with being the highest weight I'd ever been. I started at 250 in March 2016, now I'm down 63 pounds. I've developed some additional health issues, not weight related...cancer. However, I am convinced that being healthier, under 190, has helped me fight this latest issue. Losing weight doesn't get rid of all the problems I have, but is one thing I can control and feel good about!4
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chrissjourney wrote: »
For some its a massive moment and for others like me it probably seems quite insignificant. Regardless the fact you're on here would suggest you've already had yours.1 -
I think I've hit rock bottom a few times now. The most recent, and the one that stands out the clearest, is the time I went to the mall looking for something cute to wear for date nite. Picture Tracy at 187 lbs, standing in the change room, in tears. I had just turned and got a look at my *kitten*, and was absolutely devastated. Nothing looked right, and my butt didn't even resemble a normal butt anymore. In the end, the girl found me a little outfit that fit nicely, I got to the cash to find out it cost $400 bux!!!! I paid it. In tears, embarrassed that nothing fit, and embarrassed to admit I couldn't really afford the stupid outfit. I've worn it exactly ONCE. That was almost 4 years ago.4
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