60 years old, Quit smoking almost 12 wks ago need encouragement

laurawright983

Hoping to get encouragement and motivation , I can't do a lot of exercises because I got injured in car accident, walking feels like my bones driving through my spine and I know my weight doesn't help

sugaraddict4321

Welcome to MFP and good luck with your goals.

dejavuohlala

Good luck stay strong and focused, log every day with honesty. Please don't get impatient it takes time to make the changes to maintain for a lifetime change. You can do this. Good luck

sirrahc34

I'm (or will be in a few months) 65 and quit 11 years ago. I gained weight, substituting food and letting it become my new 'habit'. Gained 30 pounds. Of course, it resulted in other health problems that happened
S l o w l y. Well, I started (back) on MFP about 6 months ago and began a walking regimen. Down 17 pounds...15 more to my goal. It is not easy, as I developed bad habits over the years, not the least of which was making excuses. But I know it IS up to me! You too. It's up to you! I know about the pain you're feeling in your spine...I have arthritis and sometimes I wish I could remove my lower body for a while...but, it's not as bad now as it was 6 months ago. Talk with your doctor or a PT about exercises you CAN do(water exercises help me). It can also be a substitute for the cigs. Also, so you'll know, stretching counts. Start slowly, be gentle. You're important! HAPPY NEW LIFE!!!!

Healthydiner65

I sent you a friend request. I am 64 with bad back and blocked artery in leg. You are doing great. It's a marathon not a race and we in it for the long haul. Good luck!

Miz_T

Double high fives, honey! I quit smoking in 2012 after smoking for 32 years. It's a challenge, focus on the quitting the first year, the second year double down on the weight loss. That's what I did, I joined here in 2013. Keep cinnamon sticks around, they help.