Sorry I misspelled that. I don't know how to change it. I should have titled it morbidly obese - sorry.
Ann

I agree, I already know I am big why do they need to use such a nasty sounding word to describe it. That is great that you are going to the Y to take aerobics, it does get difficult to go work out everyday and I defiantly don't get the chance to work out every day. But I am planning on buying some workout DVD's as soon as I get moved in to my new place and that way I can work out in the comfort of my own home no matter what time of day it is.
Motivation is a real problem for me too and I have yet to find something that keeps me going.

Good luck!

I honestly think I prefer the word "fat" than morbidly obsese. At least the word fat doesn't make you sound like you are some freak of nature.
Water aerobics sounds fun. I've never tried it before. I haven't even been swimming in years because I'm so afraid to be seen in a swimsuit.
Is it a really good workout?

Just words... at least the term "malignant obesity" has been replaced with "super obesity" for those of us 200 lbs overweight.

Enjoy your water aerobics! Stars are a good idea.

good luck with your new program.

I disagree about treating your workout like your job because then you'll resent it! I just need someone to go with me and I'll feel more motivated to go, I know it. I hate going alone.

I was talking with my husband the other night while he was watching a TV show called Jockey's. They have to be around 109-112 for weight, no matter their height. I was like, wow, I'd have to lose a whole person to get down to that weight!! Can you imagine that, I'm carrying around a whole extra person!! UGH!

I enjoy walking but when I get out of the habit it's hard to get back into doing it. I think treating it like a "job" or a responsibility might be a good idea. It's like telling myself "there is no choice, it's something that needs to be done". I've read that to change your life you must change how you think so it just might work. Good luck to you.

Thanks for all the helpful replies. I know a person has to do the same think I think 30 times for it to become a habit and easier. I stopped going to the Y for a few weeks. It was hard to go back but I did. I just kept thinking whatever it takes I am going to get there and don't even think about it but just go. When I start thinking I get into trouble realizing I have so many other things I need to do even though this is the most important since my weight affects my health.

Why does a person sometimes not do what they enjoy so much? I love water aerobics even though I can't swim. It is a good workout.
I just had a heart stress test yesterday. I have to have them because I am overweight, a diabetic, have circulation problems and am on blood thinners, have high cholesterol and trigs too.

I just bought a new bathing suit at Walmart -I was surprised they had my size which is a 3X. My daughter had the lap band surgery and it works great for some and I hope it does for her. I know 2 people it didn't work for so far. One lost 8 lbs in 3 months and another lost 9 lbs in 4 months since they still turn to food like before.

I want to find someone who will be a partner with me for the Y so we can encourage each other to go. I don't want to go out to eat afterwards or shop with the person, just get to the Y and help get them to go too. We don't even have to do the same things. I am going to ask about this. I think I read they had this available and if they don't, maybe they will start a program like that.
HUGS
Ann in Nashville TN



Ann in Nashville

Oh, how I hate that word. About 7 years ago I had my gallbladder removed and I had the opportunity to get to see my medical records, I still remember the starting line..very clearly.
..."This morbidly obese woman, who weighs in at (well it was one of the thinnest weights I had ever been at)...presents with (you know the rest).

I was crushed. When I had my gallbladder out I was the thinnest I had been in about 10 years. I threw up daily, due to being sick, and was wearing a size 14. Morbidly obese? Hell, I thought I was doing good.

It's horrible that such a stupid word can send us all of the deep end. It just sounds so earth shattering or something.

Good luck with the water aerobics, I always thought they were fun.

I hate the word obese in any tense. I prefer chubby. Just sounds cute!!!!! Like I need to feel shittier about my weight issues!!!!! Hugs Denise