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I have been trying to lose this weight (about 25-30 pounds) on and off for about 3 years since I had my last child. I have 5 children. I sure could use some accountability as well. Really hoping this time is it!!!

I've gone through the same thing because of chronic pain. I'm just learning how to pace myself with my workouts and to not do things that will aggravate the pain and cause a flare-up. Mostly, I stick to lots of walking and a little strength training with light weights. I totally understand how the pain can stunt…

I had a problem with this when I was younger. For me self-acceptance was key. Just remembering how different and unique we all are. Something that helped me over-come this bad habit was sort of putting "blinders" on when I went out in a crowd or around people who I felt insecure around. Wherever I felt tempted to compare I…

I have had 5 children and my first one was at 20. I started at around the same weight as you and gained a ton of weight with each child. I got up to about 180-200 pounds with each one but the weight does come off. I do know how you are feeling. The changes our bodies go through is hard to process but I can assure you that…

Good Job!! I have 5. I am struggling to re-claim my body back after this last one. She is 3 years old. 5 children has definitely taken its toll. Seeing this post is very inspiring. Keep it up. Good job mama.

@Lounmoun Very good tips that I am definitely taking into consideration. I have been trying to figure out what to eliminate. Balance has always been such a hard thing for me...I believe a lot of my issue has to do with lifestyle and not prioritizing or balancing well. Definitely not getting enough sleep these days. I did…

This is AMAZING. Great job! I love how you say if you can do it anyone can. So inspiring.

Me too! I hear ya. Lets keep at it one PMSy exhausted day at a time...

@jo_nz the teens like taking walks with me or going out on their bikes. I try to stay active with them. But man, is it exhausting just doing daily stuff or outings. I often feel that is enough. We are in this together just one step at a time trying to reach our goals. I appreciate your suggestions. I love the idea to pack…

@garystrickland357 It does seem so counter intuitive...I know Ill feel better if I do this. I think for me its blood sugar as well. Although I've been to Drs about it and I was fine I think that may still be part of my issue. I think Im battling a lot of mental barriers in this. Afraid of the tiredness, afraid of the pain…

Thank you! Those are some very good suggestions. I have to remember how important it is to be flexible and creative with this. Also, I realized last night that if I really want to do this I am going to have to do it even though Im tired. Its a big obstacle and so is my fear of causing myself pain. Since I have been dealing…

@rheddmobile Thats awesome. I want to be like that. You sound very committed. Thank you so much. I @GaleHawkins Very Very true. We are all so different. What works for one may not work for another. Very wise words. I think that most of us just want to be healthy, to feel good and live a good life. Its so hard to be…

@GaleHawkins Great Job I think that is amazing what you did. And thank you so much for the encouragement. @manderson27I struggle with the same thing. The fear of pain is a big hurdle. I would love to try water based exercise. I used to do that during a couple of my pregnancies but now the gym is a far drive... wish I…

@mbaker566 it does sound like you have very good perspective on things. I love your well-rounded diet! I am going to look into restorative yoga. Very good to know that regular yoga caused aches for you.

jo_nz that is so awesome that you can actually run some now! I too understand how it is to be severely sleep deprived. After my last baby I had one issue after another and just the stress of my often hectic life as well. I just didn't have anything left in my tank either. I am still barely trying to do something. I really…

Hi there! I am 39 years old. Almost there... I have 20 pounds that I want to lose. Im still trying to lose the weight since having my last child 3 years ago!! Its been a lot of ups and downs. I really want to do it as I have lost the weight with all of my other kids. I just haven't been able to prioritize it. I also began…

Hello! I definitely agree that sleep is key and reducing caffeine is helpful for anxiety and sleep if that seems to be an issue. For me counseling helped A LOT! I spent about 3 years going about once a week, now just whenever I need to. It helped me learn different ways of thinking. I really do believe that our thinking…

Wow! You guys are so inspirational. I know its tough with pain and sometimes we have to be happy with gentle or very little. I have been walking. Walking is enough and it makes me happy. I do like dancing and just being active with my kiddos. I appreciate that many of you say that you are more focused on nutrition and…

Thank you ladies! All of these are great ideas. Thanks for sharing. I used to jog in place during shows too. I should get back into that. I also am going to check out the yoga challenge. I love dancing... I just have to remember to be flexible. I walked to brisk miles today! Feeling good and pumped up about getting fit!

What kind of exercises do you do exactly? And have you found that some make symptoms worse?

Ha ha! It IS a work out in and of itself that is for SURE! I want to lose the last 20 pounds from my last child I had 3 years ago. It has never taken me this long. I don't feel well a lot of time. I struggle with chronic pain but I try to be as active as I can and I surely am active with the kiddos. Just went to the…

Hi. I am new too! Weight loss is so hard. But sounds like you know exactly what to do. Im glad youre here and I hope you can get back on track and meet your goals again. I know you can do it.