Obesity Support Group

This community is dedicated to those of us struggling with obesity. Obesity is thought to be a significant risk factor in certain health conditions, leading to increased mortality. Find the support you need by sharing your story, asking questions, and learning from others on how they have coped.

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ScaredSIlly31 10/25/2010

I need motivation. Im 30 and at 262. I have a 1 yr old baby who is my life. But ive been suffering from obesity and anxiety. Ive never been this big. Its like the fatter i get the sicker i feel. Im talking about lightheaded, tired, back pain. I want to work out but even that is physically hard. Does this happen to you?
If your working out what are the steps your taking to keep you from feeling like crap?!

deleted_user 10/25/2010

Well.....working out will build endorphines and you will start to feel better but you must be consistant. I was in the same situation as you are now and a year later and working out 5 days a week and eating healthy I have lost 60 pounds.....it takes lots of time but it will come off and you have to start someplace so no better time like the present. It can be hard at times but you can do it!!! Put the baby in the stroller and go for a walk trust me you will start to feel so much better and if you need to go to a Weight Watchers meeting so you have support. I used to go to the meeting when I first started now I just follow the plan and do it on my own. You can do it and you will start to feel better and see results which will make you keep going!!!! Hugs and best of luck!!!!! Denise

ScaredSIlly31 10/25/2010

Thanks Denise. The whole winded feing sucks! I want to do this. For my baby

deleted_user 10/25/2010

I understand believe me I do.....but now I am running 3 miles and I never in a million years thought I could do it but I can.....and before long you will too!!!!! It just takes time and consistancy!!!!! You can do it just take it one day at a time and imagine how much better you will feel a year from now if you start today!!!! Hugs and if you need anything I am here!!! Denise

deleted_user 10/27/2010

The words "working out" can be so scary, trust me I know. I have to set the scene for this one....I live in an apartment complex, about 16 apt's per building. When I took my first walk it wore me out to just walk around my building, I never thought I'd get any further. Today I walk 2 miles every morning and 2 miles every evening. I walked around the building for about 10 days, as soon as I noticed I wasn't out of breath "as much", I added a few steps.

I've also incorporated fresh fruits and veggies with every meal. Flushing out the bad food will make you feel so much better too.

Just put one foot in front of the other - you can do it! Good luck to you and your precious baby.

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