Five Reasons to get fit! :embarassed:

MayaNelson

I was thinking last night of all the reasons I want to get fit - and specifically those that relate to my health overall. Here is my embarrasing list.

5. All the little aches and pains - plantar fa****is, hip pain, low back
4. Sweaty - even the slightest activity makes me sweat. Given that I carry most of my weight in my legs and belly. For me this means a sweaty crotch. Embarrasing. Feels like I'm a baby
3. Opting out of activitiies I used to love - hiking, backpacking, camping - even social activities like going to parties. I'm embarrased to show up.
2. Strangers eyes and judgement - anytime I go out to eat, or take any action I see the eyes on me. Wow, look what she's eating. Hence I eat in private, often in my car or before I get home. Oh, so bad.
1. Partner withdrawl - and by this I mean support and intimacy. I'm trying again and want and need support - not a "yeah, that again" reaction. I feel and want passion in my life, but I get rejection. I don't want to be alone for the rest of my life.

I know some of these things will change with weight loss and getting fit physically. Others will need some emotional work.
I'm going to think about these things more - and then put out something on blogspot.

Love you

Maya

leomom72

keep them in there forever..thats your motivation, and your reason to never want to give up ( even tho you WILL actually want to give up ) its things like this that have kept me on track for so long..best of luck to you :flowerforyou: YOU CAN DO THIS !!:drinker:

upsidedownpear

Maya, you're spot on !

#2 to #5 are my story! Yeah, keep them on.. use them as your inspirations and motivations and not embarrassments !

lbigham1

Hi Maya,

Don't be embarassed. This is just the seed you need to grow and change. We're all here with you (and for you). Stick with us. You'll do great!

Amber82479

Hang in there. I know what a difficult fight this is, especially since it takes so darned long, but you can do it!! I'm going to go out on a limb and suggest two books that might be good to read. I have a problem with addictive eating and I found these books enlightening... If you're not into it, or if that's not something you struggle with, feel free to ignore me, just throwing it out there because these books made me feel, for the first time, like I'm not alone The first is "Confessions of a Carb Queen" and the second is "Locked up for Eating Too Much". both fantastic books written from very different perspectives and both are true stories from the authors lives.

Anyway, I digress. I think you have some clear goals in mind and with the amazing support you'll get from the fantastic people on this site, I know you'll achieve them!

**HUGS**

kikkipoo

All great reasons....and there's probably 10 million more, but is important to know what your driving force is. I think we have all been through those same feelings and under the same scrutiny. I know I've been through more than one or two More like 1000 diets in my life and it does get old to those who have seen us make attempt after attempt and never really succeed....but the fact is no matter how many times we do this we are a success for coming back. That is the key to a lifestyle change, never giving up. The bumps will happen. Aim for 80%. Nobody can be perfect, but hey, I think I can be 80%....and with that will come weight loss and the changes you are looking for without making yourself feel like a failure. Good luck!

froggzy1015

We all have imperfections and shouldn't be embarrassed by them. You sound like you are right on track to a healthier and fit you! Good luck on your journey!

kandrews24

Well said. I can think of many more and some even more embarassing! And the good news is that all your fitness dreams really can come true. I can't tell you how wonderful it is to be fit and to be able to tie shoe laces easily and do so manymany daily chores with easy. And I've only lost 47 lbs so far. You can do this thing!

MayaNelson

Thanks all! Wonderful words.

Thought of another one - maybe #6: Chairs! Not fitting in and worrying if they are going to break. On a recent family get-together, my 85 and 90 year old aunts sat in cheap plastic seats so that I could put my big butt into the heft wooden chair. Added to it that they both crawled into the back of the car as we drove around as I think they were worried that I couldn't do it, or wouldn't fit!

Hey - thanks for the book references. Already ordered!

Maya