So, we meet again

Bon48858
Bon48858 Posts: 1
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Greetings from MI.


So we meet again, I was here once before, and I had results. Then life happened, and I gave up.


I went to my doctor, as I was told to step on the evil mechanical device, I was sick, when I saw that my weight was 257 (I guestimated it when I created my account) I had held my own at 240.

This is where, I will add, that I have a thyroid issue, but this isn't a deterrent for me, I am 50 as well, not a deterrent.

I'm at a stage in life where I physically ache, my knees can't take much more (I'm sorry if it sounds like sound like poor me, not my intention, just stating my facts) I can't take much more of this. Since the added weight, I attempt to walk, and I feel the heaviness in my step.

My spirit is broken, I know something has to stop and begin.

I even entertained the thought of weight reduction surgery, then, it won't change the reason I over-ate to begin with. I went through a depression eons ago, was treated, am well but continue eating, I developed terrible habits. I understand, that these habits must be broken.

I'm going to attempt to make my food diary, open, sometimes I am shamed, this will keep me accountable. I'm going to start by eating regular helpings, I'll go from there,

People can quit drinking, smoking, but we can't quit eating. Can make it hard, As heavy as I am, if I take in just over 1200 calories a day it seems as if I would lose more than 2 pounds per week. I just want to fit into my "Fat" clothes again.

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  • ParkerH47
    ParkerH47 Posts: 463 Member
    Thats a great start!

    The great part about this being your second time around is that there is PHYSICAL PROOF that you know how to succeed in losing weight. Theres no question that you can do it again because you've been there already. The struggle comes with maintenance, making sure that you actually change your habits so that you are not using MFP as a crutch but as a guide, so that you can exist at a low weight without MFP.

    Hope that makes sense!

    Good luck!
  • Gr8ChangesAhead
    Gr8ChangesAhead Posts: 836 Member
    One good choice after another, one step after another. Do you have access to a pool that would be beneficial. Add Me as a friend, will offer you support along the way
  • REDMANIV
    REDMANIV Posts: 348 Member
    Hello I am Fred! Congratulations on making it back to MFP. I definitely can relate to most of the things that you shared in your open post to us. It is very brave to list your challenges out there however that is a very important step to moving forward. I would love to be a part of your encouragement team if you will have me. I have cycled in weight for most of my adult life and like you the aches and pains that my body are starting to display to me are not enjoyable. I also drew a line when I realized that I was about to grow out of my "fat" clothes again and I refused to buy anymore clothes. So here I am...59 days into trying to change my eating and I have achieved some results however it has been a struggle. I really have to watch my portions now and I really REALLY enjoy eating. I just keep telling myself that it is worth it to eat less. Anyways enough of my rambling....welcome back and please feel free to add me : ).
  • thegreatcanook
    thegreatcanook Posts: 2,419 Member
    MI here as well! Add me and I'll cheer you on!

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