Newbie with Severe RA

keant

I am new to this site. It was recommended by a coworker. It really worked for her so I'm giving it a go. I have always been overweight but I am now morbidly obese. I have to find something that works. I hope that this is it. I was also recently diagnosed with diabetes, of course. I love bread, cheese, potatos, red meat and anything else that is bad for you. I'm not a big cooker. I live alone so cooking just isn't a priority so I make due with quick, fattening meals.
On the plus side I have 2 wonderful nephew that I have to get in shape for. They are 6 and 8. I want to be able to go outside and play baseball and basketball. I want to take them to Disney World and actually ride rides with them instead of having to rent a scooter because my knees hurt too much to walk. This is day 2 of my journey, my final one I hope.

laracummings

Hi Keant,

I love all those things too. I'm about to go home from work and had no snack today and boy do I miss it. But we can do it! I have two toddlers that need me and your nephews need you! They especially need you to take them to Disney!!

Good luck to you! I'm rooting for you. ~lara

keant

Thanks Lara. I appreciate the support. Believe me, I'm going to need it.
Good for you skipping the snack. I didn't but I did log it on my diary. Still below my calories so I get to eat dinner.:happy:

Jamie145

Welcome!! U will love this website!! i have faith in u Keant, u can do this! We are all here to supoort and motivate each other thru ups and downs! This is a good place to be!
feel free to add me

BillNich

Keant,
Congratulations on your brand new change in life. It's not a diet it's a life change and I am proud of you for making the decision. You can do this!!! I am currently at work running a biggest loser challenge and I have 20% of the employees getting involved, it's so inspiring watching people change!! YOU CAN DO THIS

cdl8

Welcome and good luck! This site is fabulous and full of great support!

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yodapooper

Hi!
I'm on my second week and I really like this site. You can find friends who encourage you all the way and help when you need it.:bigsmile: I try to exercise each day but sometimes I can't but I still track everything that goes in my mouth. I have bad knees and a bad hip but I know that getting off my butt will and walking or riding my bike will help with the pain....You will do it this time!! Good luck in your journey.

keant

Thanks to everyone for your support and encouragement. I am starting this opptimistic. You are right, I can do this. Also thanks for the friend request, I can use all I can get. Hope everyone has a wonderful day!