We are pleased to announce that on March 4, 2025, an updated Rich Text Editor will be introduced in the MyFitnessPal Community. To learn more about the upcoming changes, please click here. We look forward to sharing this new feature with you!

New and struggling

orcabear31
orcabear31 Posts: 3 Member
edited November 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hi everyone my name is Lani. I have steadily gained about 30 pounds over the past 2 years unfortunately, bringing my to my heaviest weight (even heavier then either of my pregnancies); weight maintenance has been a struggle since my hysterectomy....sorry if it’s TMI....I also have neck, back and knee issues that tend to hold me back; any tips on low impact? my main issues are my mid-section and thighs, and for me it’s hard to stay motivated especially with my ridiculous and erratic schedule; so I’m reaching out here in this community for support and tips and motivation. Thanks for listening. I’m so ready for a new and healthy me!

Replies

  • Erinloveable
    Erinloveable Posts: 46 Member
    Anyone who thinks this is TMI is very immature. We are all here because of our bodies. I don't know anything about exercise as I am made of mostly blubber but I wanted to say that you shouldn't feel embarrassed talking about what effects you. I talk about my period and the fact I can't poop all the time and if anyone said it was TMI then I know I am talking to the wrong person, I don't apologize.
  • allwaysruth
    allwaysruth Posts: 7 Member
    I like going to the pool that helps me a lot.
  • trivedipurva95
    trivedipurva95 Posts: 15 Member
    Hey. Let's be friends. And help each other be healthy. And i can relate to you in so many ways. :)
  • MarvinsFitLife
    MarvinsFitLife Posts: 874 Member
    Sorry to hear you have those issues since you can’t do vigorous exercise your meals must be in clean and at a deficit not 1200 cals lots of calorie calculators on the web
  • flippy1234
    flippy1234 Posts: 686 Member
    Walk, walk, walk. You CAN lose weight and firm up from walking. Also, eat at a deficit. Eat healthy foods that nourish your body. Just think healthy.
  • themrsb192
    themrsb192 Posts: 16 Member
    Hello! Let’s motivate one another! I could use a good motivator and I’m a great one as well. I’m a wife and mother and don’t wanna be stick thin just want to feel healthy again I’m 33 and post hysterectomy so I could use the help. Thanks! Please add me so we can motivate each other.
  • MotherTruckerKeto
    MotherTruckerKeto Posts: 57 Member
    Hi! I have a lot of the same issues with knees, back, thyroid issues, menopause, I also have a batshit crazy schedule. I’ve been able to figure some things out though that have helped me get rid of nearly 20 pounds in the last 2 months. Let’s be friends, support is important! ♥️♥️🤪
  • makkimakki2018
    makkimakki2018 Posts: 414 Member
    edited July 2018
    Try stationary bike and cycle in the upright position as much as you can. If thats uncomfortable try a recumbant bike. Both are low impact but can burn as much calories as running.
This discussion has been closed.

Categories