Obesity Support Group

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Hi, I'm new here and just wondered if anyone had any advice on where to start when wanting to lose weight and get healthy. I don't even know how much I weigh anymore. Last I was weighed I was 325 but I know I have gained a lot since then. My feet and knees always hurt and am always tired. I want to be healthy again and don't know where to start. Any help would be appreciated.
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Hi, welcome. Well I am trying too just like you. I have started walking and eating healthy. Maybe start with a light walk and healthy eating. If you need to chat I am here.... Hugs Denise / Good Luck!!
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I had to give up the sweets and soda I am heavy and it hurts my feet and knees. I also have bad back. slow and steady is the way to go
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If you need support and motivation and accountablity we have started a post called The OFC Challange where we post our weight or what ever you feel comfortable posting every monday you are more than welcome to drop in and post good luck.
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Congratulations, you already started by joining us! Go easy my friend and start small. Just do small steps to a healthier you, like take a walk, eat a salad or some fruit. Make it something you WANT to do not have to do, there is more energy in the want to and you will feel good after you committed doing a good kind gesture for yourself.
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I agree with what everyone else has said and one idea I got from here on DS that has helped me is to think positively! You can do it! You are worth it! Change it possible! Best wishes!
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Thank you for all the wonderful support. Everyone here seems like such great people. I am going to first of all stay out of the Halloween candy for starters! I am also going to go for a walk every day. Any suggestions on when the best time for a walk is. Morning? Evening? We have a dog and I'm sure she will love the walk too.
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Holloween candy is a trap for most of us. When my sons were young, I would give them ONE day to eat all the candy they wanted... then I'd throw the rest in the trash. Yes, they did get a huge sugar buzz, even sick to their stomache, but it was OK, they never ate it all! Getting rid of that candy kept me from picking at it for days.. or weeks.

Walking is good anytime, of course. You might think of taking a few short walks with your dog rather than only one walk. It would be easier not to skip a day. Plus, your dog would love it.
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Hi and welcome!
I'm with Bobbi - I added multigrains and more veggies and gave up sweets and white bread and junk food and sugary soft drinks. It's working. I'm trying to exercise more, even if it's doing more housework or parking farther away from the office. I have a bad back and my knees pain when the weather changes.
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