Iam determined... - Obesity Message Board

GertieMae · 10-21-2003, 05:25 PM

Hello-

This is my first posting to this board.I have had a weight problem all of my life.Ive gained approximatly 250-300 pounds in the last 8 years.

I have a wonderful,funny,warm,loving personality and am a friendly-outgoing person that makes friends where ever I go,yet have Self-Esteem issues.

I want to eat constantly!!It doesnt matter what it is,healthy food-junk.Im of average heighth for a woman and have large bone structure.

Im flabby and my belly hangs..I HATE IT!!!Soooo today I watched what I ate made sure I had plenty water and didnt snack between meals.

I ate 2 Apples,cooked Carrots and for Supper I made chili and Cornbread.I know I know Chili and Cornbread isnt good to eat BUT I ate a small bowl and small square of Cornbread.

Everyday Im going to watch what I eat,eat sensibly,limit snacks(Unless its raw veggies)and drink plently water.

I need some type of exercise regime but may settle for walking and exercising inside at first.I think I finally reached the end of my rope.

I dont want to develop serious permanent health problems,I dont want to worry about Sleep Apnea,I dont want to die young or continue to have stares and whispers.

Ive made a choice and as of today Im setting goals to do something about this problem.

I need all the support I can get.

nikki2kids · 10-22-2003, 11:33 AM

GertieMae, way to go! I think making that decision is the hardest part and you have already done it. I know you can do it. Just take it one day at a time and you will see results. You sound like a lovely person. It's too bad our society makes us feel unworthy just because we don't fit into a particular mold. On the other hand, losing weight is better for our health so I am thrilled that you made the decision to do it. I joined Weight Watchers two weeks ago and I am happy with it. I'll get weighed today and I'll see if lost anything this week. I'm going to stick to it. Please keep us posted on your progress. Good luck.

magicmom · 10-22-2003, 01:10 PM

It's so wonderful that you have made the choice for yourself. Chosing to change your eating habits is the first step. It's all about portion control. I know how you feel, low self-esteem and all. I am on my way to losing the weight also. Atkins seems to work for me, I've already lost 17 pounds. I am so excited about it, and can't wait to see the weight come off each week. I still have a long way to go.

Good luck, you can do it...

HONEYDEWS · 10-24-2003, 10:24 AM

Hi Gertie!

Good for you to make this decision! Sometimes we just have to hit rock bottom before we finally start to climb back up. Food is good, there is no doubt about it and it is a comfort to many of us. But when we finally decide that we are worth more than that, there are things we want to do and can't because the weight gets in our way, and we want to be healthy for one reason or another, kids, or just to be able to LIVE. I have started the South Beach Diet, it is working well for me as I am diabetic and it is such a great way of eating for diabetics. I have not found it difficult at all and I plan to eat this way for the rest of my life. In the first 7 days I lost only 3 pounds but that is 3 pounds I will never have to worry about again! I am in week two and looking forward to my weigh in on Wednesday. Sometimes we have to try many different eating plans to find out what works for us and what we can live with.........we are all so different - genetically. I will start back to the gym soon and that will kick up the loss too. But I am pulling for you Gertie! Even getting out to walk around the block is a start..........get out there and enjoy life - enjoy being you!!!!

Honeydews/Dewshoney