Been here a week, coping with pain.

Manikchia

Hello, I am just new to the site this week, but I love the diary so far. I have lost 4 lbs since I started (but there was a couple days of flu in there, so that may have had some influence)! I have 2 boys under 2 and would love to lose weight so I have more energy and less pain. I also find that we never end up getting outside all day long, and I'd like that to change. It's difficult when my youngest is only 3 months old. I'd like to lose about 50 lbs and get back to the weight I was before my first baby, and see how I feel from there.

The hardest things about weight loss for me are firstly getting the motivation to start MOVING in the first place; and when I do begin exercise; to cope with the pain I have. I have very flat feet, and balance and hip and knee pain has always been an issue. I also developed symphysis pubis disorder (a separating of the center pelvic joint) during both my pregnancies, which I still feel the effects of. I really like fun, upbeat exercises like dancing and kickboxing, but the pain is always an issue either during or the next day. I also love yoga, and try to do that as often as possible. Any suggestions are appreciated!

Thanks and good luck to you.

claire30

HI, and welcome to MFP!
Have you been to see a doctor about the pain, especially the SPD..s/he could refer you to see a physio i think?
Well done on your 4lb weight loss!!!