Military Women? Present and Former?

Former army here. Gained weight with first child lost it all got out of the army stayed in shape until I became a single mom of two who worked two jobs. I nstopped making time for myself and my fitness and let the scale creep up 30lbs in a year. Now I'm fitting healthy eating and exercise back in and so far I have lost the 12 of the 30 I gained. I hated running in the army but now it's my passion. Maybe cuz I hated running at someone else's pace

So much inspiration in here! I'm hoping to be fit enough to join the Canadian Forces in 2014. Not sure which part yet. c:

Recent Army retiree here! The last year I've put on quite a bit of weight, because your last year (for us anyway) is pretty much a transition period and I wasn't forced to take an APFT or even DO PT for that matter. I think all my stress just fell off and the pounds jumped on! This time though, I'm focusing on health. I'm not going to worry about what the scale says, because for 20 years, every six months I would stress myself out wondering if I'm going to make ht/wt and/or body fat. That takes a major toll! So, I'm eating healthier, allowing myself treats, and trying to do a little physical activity every day. I'm about to start nursing school so my time will get even more limited but I'll do what I can. Once clinicals start I'll be on my feet a lot so that will help.

Thanks to all veterans and current service members. You are part of the 1% that serve, be proud of that! There is no more honorable profession than that of military service!

This probably sounds cliche, but thank you, ladies, for your service to our country, we are indebted to you more than we can express. God bless you!

Very well said, thank you ladies.

Currently in the AF. I was only working out because I had to. Then I realized that our PT test doesn't have very high standards and felt that I should push myself a bit harder. Now I'm getting back into running and have been doing crossfit for about 6 months. Best I've felt in a lot time!

Air Force (94-98) and Minnesota Army National Guard (2002-08)

I joined the AF Nurse Corps when my ex-husband left me for another woman thinking if I moved away he could come with me and be far away from her making it easier to stay with me. I also thought at the time that I wanted to be told what to do and think. I found out that neither was true and I should have known better. I am not military material, or at least wasn't at the time. But I did frequent the gym because it was free and I liked that it wasn't fru-fru. I got really strong then because I had no man to rely on and I thought I needed the strength for everyday life (so I didn't need a man) and for potential self-defense. I did need it for the first item, but not for the second, fortunately. Yes, I gained 40lbs within the first 7 years out. I've been exercising pretty regularly ever since, but not doing the strength training the way I was in the military. I was able to loose about 20lbs with pretty strict food intake, running, aerobic classes and continued strength training, but then I got a desk job and gained it back. My new (16 years now) husband is the family cook and he generally cooks nutrient dense, low fat foods. I sometimes have to ask him to serve me less, but otherwise at least dinner is reasonable. I'm responsible for the rest. That's where MFP and you all come in.

Hello there

I'm in the Canadian Military now, Reg Force. Just did a search to see how many other military people are here.

Left the navy two years ago. I was a carrier sailor for 5 1/2 years, so my knees are shot from the ladders. My shoulders are shot from falling down a couple of them. My back is messed up from lifting things I shouldn't have because it was expected that I do everything the guys did. Running is just pain. Mostly I'm trying to use calorie control. Found MFP by searching for a free diet diary app for my phone at the suggestion of my MOVE! team.


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