I am holding myself back.

Camper_Dad
Camper_Dad Posts: 1
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I am holding myself back. I have come to the realization that I am considering my weight in most decisions in make lately. We talked about going to an amusement park. My first thing was to look at the rides and figure out what I would and wouldn't be able to fit in. I was looking for a new camping chair. The first thing I looked at was the weight capacity. I was looking for a hammock for the back yard. None filmy weight. I am disgusted with myself for many reasons. First that I let myself get into this shape. Second, that I am having to make these arrangements when planning things or buying things. Third, because I am holding my family back, or at least I feel that way. I am pretty mad at myself right now. Thank you for reading my rant. If anyone would like to be friends for motivation or support I will be around for quite awhile.

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  • Chevy_Quest
    Chevy_Quest Posts: 2,012 Member
    This is the "moment of truth"
    It took some guts to post what you posted.

    Welcome

    Fee free to friend me!

    Chevy_Smart:drinker:
  • Zendoodlebug
    Zendoodlebug Posts: 9 Member
    Feel free to add me too.
    Only you can change these things, start by Loving yourself a little more and keep positive
  • ewhip17
    ewhip17 Posts: 515 Member
    This is the "moment of truth"
    It took some guts to post what you posted.

    Welcome

    Fee free to friend me!

    Chevy_Smart:drinker:

    ^^This is exactly right.^^

    I was there too. Still a work in progress but at the risk of being overly dramatic, I'm now a better husband and father....
  • StrongLife
    StrongLife Posts: 525 Member
    Like your honesty...now go get em!
  • hearthwood
    hearthwood Posts: 794 Member
    You made some very good points, that most people don't have to make those kind of decisions, and ones that I have never really had to think about myself. I watch a lot of the overweight shows on television, and no one has ever mentioned that--(i have to think about what kind of chair I am going to be sitting in) will it support my weight. They all state: How did I let myself get into this kind of shape, along with what have I done to my family?

    It's difficult to admit that to yourself. You've done it. And I think half the battle to weight loss is facing that reality. It's the grab the bull by the horns and do something about it moment.

    Anyway, it's just calories in versus calories out. It's impossible NOT to lose weight if you're consuming less calories than you're burning. Eat less--move more.
  • Cheekies_
    Cheekies_ Posts: 319 Member
    Love your truth! I know it's not easy. :flowerforyou:

    Feel free to friend me.
  • Chevy_Quest
    Chevy_Quest Posts: 2,012 Member
    @ewhip17
    I was there too. Still a work in progress but at the risk of being overly dramatic, I'm now a better husband and father....

    ^^ That is exactly what I am finding too! Good Job!
  • Fsunami
    Fsunami Posts: 241 Member
    You pretty much nailed some of the reasons I finally decided to adopt this lifestyle change.

    Feel free to friend me and we shall row the boat together.

    Remember, you can only eat one piece of the elephant at a time......

    Fsunami
  • _HeartsOnFire_
    _HeartsOnFire_ Posts: 5,304 Member
    Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done, it's always your choice.
    -Wayne Dyer

    It's about moderation not deprivation. There are no good/bad foods, only bad eating habits. Do or do not, there is no try. You have to want it, you have to work for it, you have to realize that only you can do it.

    Read these:
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1346163-change-your-mindset

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1235566-so-you-re-new-here?hl=so+you're+new+here

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974888-in-place-of-a-road-map-2k13

    TL:DR the link right above this one then ->http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/975025-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet


    If you have 75+ lbs to lose 2 lbs/week is ideal
    If you have 40-75 lbs to lose 1.5 lbs/week is ideal
    If you have 25-40 lbs to lose 1 lbs/week is ideal
    If you have 15 -25 lbs to lose 0.5 to 1.0 lbs/week is ideal
    If you have less than 15 lbs to lose 0.5 lbs/week is ideal

    Want to lift heavy things?
    http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/

    Stronglifts Summary
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/560459-stronglifts-5x5-summary

    Stronglifts Womens Group
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/4601-stronglifts-5x5-for-women
  • gingercaroline76
    gingercaroline76 Posts: 21 Member
    Welcome! I'm back again to do this and will be here awhile too! Add me and I'd be happy to support you in any way I'm able :)
  • Winston817
    Winston817 Posts: 1,335 Member
    You have already taken the first step from the bottom. Will gladly be friends and help get you motivated and in the right direction. .way to go!
  • heybebe88
    heybebe88 Posts: 26 Member
    Thank you for your bravery in admitting these feelings not only to us, but more importantly, to yourself! "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" - and this is your first step! You can do it, one step at a time!
  • JG762
    JG762 Posts: 571 Member
    I am holding myself back. I have come to the realization that I am considering my weight in most decisions in make lately. We talked about going to an amusement park. My first thing was to look at the rides and figure out what I would and wouldn't be able to fit in. I was looking for a new camping chair. The first thing I looked at was the weight capacity. I was looking for a hammock for the back yard. None filmy weight. I am disgusted with myself for many reasons. First that I let myself get into this shape. Second, that I am having to make these arrangements when planning things or buying things. Third, because I am holding my family back, or at least I feel that way. I am pretty mad at myself right now. Thank you for reading my rant. If anyone would like to be friends for motivation or support I will be around for quite awhile.

    BINGO!
    The first and most difficult step is to get your "Mind Right", sounds like you have that well in hand!

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