Okay - here we go

ukemom
ukemom Posts: 5 Member
edited September 2024 in Introduce Yourself
I'm a bit nervous, but decided I need some support in this endeavor. I'm new here today. I have some difficult circumstances. I weighed 150 pounds just a year and a half ago. Due to an ongoing illness that effected my metabolism, I put on 50 pounds in three months. I'm still struggling with the condition and have recently crept up to 215 pounds - I've NEVER been close to this weight. My doctor has suggested that I document my weight loss attempts. It looks like I'll be going to Mayo clinic and this could be useful info. I am frustrated and worried that I won't lose weight. I have some HUGE incentives right now - this summer I am going to Japan for two weeks. There aren't many people my size in Japan. Also, my oldest son is getting married this summer. I really want to be fit and have energy for this time!! I'm going to be praying the whole way through!

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  • ukemom
    ukemom Posts: 5 Member
    I'm a bit nervous, but decided I need some support in this endeavor. I'm new here today. I have some difficult circumstances. I weighed 150 pounds just a year and a half ago. Due to an ongoing illness that effected my metabolism, I put on 50 pounds in three months. I'm still struggling with the condition and have recently crept up to 215 pounds - I've NEVER been close to this weight. My doctor has suggested that I document my weight loss attempts. It looks like I'll be going to Mayo clinic and this could be useful info. I am frustrated and worried that I won't lose weight. I have some HUGE incentives right now - this summer I am going to Japan for two weeks. There aren't many people my size in Japan. Also, my oldest son is getting married this summer. I really want to be fit and have energy for this time!! I'm going to be praying the whole way through!
  • Hannah_Banana
    Hannah_Banana Posts: 1,242 Member
    Welcome! :flowerforyou: MFP is a great place to start your journey. This site has worked for so many that haven't had success elsewhere in the past. So... count your blessings, you found us!!! :wink: :devil:

    Participate in the boards, track every morsel that goes into your mouth, drink your water and try to get those exercises in and you'll do great. :drinker:
  • ukemom
    ukemom Posts: 5 Member
    Thanks for the encouragement. Do you have any FUN exercise ideas? I love to ride my recumbent, but where I live the weather isn't cooperating.
  • 3babybeans
    3babybeans Posts: 8,268 Member
    What a hard situation you must feel like you are in. :frown: Good luck to you in your weight loss journey & I hope whatever medical condition you have is quickly resolved! :flowerforyou: Welcome to the boards!
  • kerrilucko
    kerrilucko Posts: 3,855 Member
    Welcome and best of luck :flowerforyou:
  • Hannah_Banana
    Hannah_Banana Posts: 1,242 Member
    Oh, I hate exercise, but I have found ways to make it fun! I do pilates, which I love. I htink of it as 'yoga that burns more calories' and its fantastic for your core. Its relaxing, helps you gain flexibility and you can turn the sound off on your TV after the first few times and listen to calm music.

    I also love dance videos! I used to bellydance in Ren Faires so I do that. I want to take up something a little more high intensity though, like salsa! I've never thought about how out of breath and miserable I was when dancing! :drinker: :bigsmile:
  • ukemom
    ukemom Posts: 5 Member
    I love to dance. Thanks for the ideas. I should probably look for some new tapes. I use to do Leslie Sansone's walking programs and should probably get back to that, too. Actually, there is a picture of me in her book "Walk the Walk." I should probably post that picture for incentive, too! :)
  • ukemom
    ukemom Posts: 5 Member
    WOW! 63 pounds lost. Congratulations! You are quite an inspiration. :)
  • MOMOFTWO29
    MOMOFTWO29 Posts: 8,276 Member
    Hello and welcome to MFP. You will love this site if you don't already. I love it here. This site is so motivational, supportive, helpful, and everyone is so nice, helpful and friendly. I just wanted to tell you good luck on your weight loss journey, you can do this.:smile::drinker: :flowerforyou: :bigsmile:
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