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Achieving a healthy weight when in chronic pain

Allbearsrock
Allbearsrock Posts: 1 Member
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Hi all! Have commenced today and am really looking forward to get in touch with people over 50 who are looking to obtain their healthy weight like me. I have just over 30kgs to lose in order to get to mine. I am particularly interested in chatting with people who are attempting this journey whilst in chronic long-term pain such as myself. This makes our journey complex as we need to battle our health issues at the same time. What strategies have worked for you?

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  • healingmysticmelody
    healingmysticmelody Posts: 58 Member
    I researched some stretches for the area of my pain and then purchased $70 athletic shoes geared towards runners which are also orthopedic. I can walk more than across the house without pain now. Started treadmill at lowest setting and no incline for ten minutes and then a few more minutes each day. It is helping! Journaling all meals. Bought food scale.
    The app is great!
  • lsronson
    lsronson Posts: 21 Member
    Hi there, I’m currently recovering from an MVA leaving me with whiplash and concussion…15 mos ago!! I’m looking for peer support while I try to manage my fitness goals while navigating my symptoms!!
  • Xellercin
    Xellercin Posts: 924 Member
    I'm not over 50, but I have a serious genetic disease that leaves me in severe chronic pain. I haven't been able to walk properly for years and am now on crutches full time, and that's not even the worst of my pain. I have to spend a lot of time in bed. It's pretty brutal.

    Still, I've always been able to lose weight because I can do that with just diet alone.

    What kind of strategies are you looking for?

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