As being a tall 5'8 female. I'm almost hitting the 18 stone mark. I'm starting to struggle to do things. I'm a young mum at 28 years. So I can bring my 6 year old daughter along in my runs, as she's peddling her bike. I'm starting running and slimming world next week. I need to fill my cupboards with good stuff, not bad haha.
Feeling quite anxious about this, as being obese and starting running is looking embarrassing to me right now. But... I have to start somewhere. I'm not a fan of alcohol, not a weekend alcohol binger. It's more... Pizzas and Chinese. Which is getting cut down to once a month/two months.
But yeah.. Anyone starting out in a similar situation.
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I've tipped from obese to overweight this year - it's not easy to make lifestyle changes and it will test your determination but you'll be so glad you've made this decision.
Nothing to be embarrassed about, you're getting off the couch - take it slowly.
Go for it. The support on here is great. Post after every run however it goes. We’ll cheer you on or cheer you up 😊. There’s some great advice on here and remember it’s a slow jog not a fast run. This programme really is life changing. Good luck.
What a great thing to do for yourself and your daughter. Remember that no one is looking at you when you run. Just get out there and do it. And eating healthily is so important. Best of luck.
Thank you. I've been looking at pinch of nom recipes, which sound amazing. All batch cooking starts weekend to get myself prepared as I work over night ect.
Most people around us are in their own little bubble and barely see anything around them so there really are far less people paying attention than we think and most of those may even be thinking well done for getting out there! I try to remind myself that "what anyone else thinks is their problem"!
The hardest part is beating those little voices in our heads telling us we can't, we won't finish, it's too hard, it's not worth it, we don't have time, it's too cold/wet etc. That's the real battle, but as you get through each week you get stronger and more determined to bat away those thoughts and replace them with I can! I will! I really am! And it feels great!
I wholeheartedly agree with what everybody else has said. I for one used to look at runners who were 'old' or overweight and as a result, felt ashamed of myself for sitting on the couch. So just remember, it's people like you who inspire people like me.
You will have really tough days, thats for sure. We all do. But that's why we are all here. You're not doing this alone, you've got lots of people here to support you on your journey.
Just one more thing, running alone wont help you lose weight, so great that you're doing slimming world too, but what you will notice with running is that you will lose inches! And of course, you will quickly start to feel much healthier.
So good luck on your journey, and keep us updated on progress!
I’m heading to the gym for my first run this morning. I’m 5 3 and nearly 14 stone so everything wobbles when I run but I’m going to stick my earphones in and zone out and hope I can overcome the embarrassment bit. Good luck you’re doing a fab thing and much better to do it now while you’re young.
Fab!!! How did your first run go this morning. I've just left work from 8am this morning. I'm getting the woman I care for involved (not the runs, but the steady walks) on Monday when we're doing a 5 mile walk. I'll be doing the c25k plan in with it too.
Great decision! Everyone is self conscious when they start out, imagining themselves being laughed at by crowds of onlookers. Tell you what though, no one actually cares! No one will stare at you (except perhaps in admiration) and even if they did, so what? You’re out there doing it they’re not! You will be inspirational to somebody else who will get their self confidence together having seen you. You’ll probably never know it though!
We all compare ourselves to others all the time. It’s silly. A quote on the B210k forum I read once “comparison is the thief of joy”, so smile and have fun, forget everyone else.
Great mum/daughter time and what a fantastic lesson she’s learning from you! Well done!
Don’t go too fast too soon. Look after yourself. New you for a new decade. Believe it, you’ve got this.xx
There I said it. Used to be. I'm now around 12 stone and have no intention of going back there again.
Well done on deciding to do something about it while you're still young - I was 48 when I changed my lifestyle, now I'm 50 and just completed week 1 of c25k 😊
Have you seen the sister site to this one - nhs weight loss? That's where I stumbled into in 2018,desperate to lose weight and get healthy. It's a fantastic forum, full of supportive people who understand the struggle of trying to lose weight, it's free and open 24/7 😊 I can't recommend it enough, it changed my life ☺️
As the saying goes, you can't outrun a bad diet, but a new healthy eating habit along with c25k will give you so many benefits. Take a look and see what you think - you have nothing to lose apart from the weight 😊
I was over weight when I started and same as you I’m not a big drinker but love my junk food. I’ve lost quite a bit of weight and got down to a healthy bmi for my height.the running as played a part but the food I ate was what worked. I still have the odd pizza or Chinese . I use my fitness pal app to account for all my calories. Still have a treat as it will stop you craving. Good luck
You are off to a great start - reading posts like yours keeps me motivated too, so thank you so much for sharing. Only in the last few weeks have I started running close to home - I have preferred to run somewhere where I won't see anyone who knows me. Today for the first time someone recognised me and stopped the car to wave, and I didn't mind! I know I don't look great, and I've felt very self conscious, but I think I've finally got over my self consciousness - I've got bigger things to focus on, like keeping up a vague pace. As some people have mentioned above, most people aren't even looking or are interested - you're just another runner.
What an amazing example you are setting for your daughter - eat healthy, exercise often - you should be so proud. We're all cheering you on here - thanks again for motivating me to keep it up.
Good for you. Each of us was a First Time runner once, and we all made it through. I’m sure you will too. 👏🏼👍 Stay with the plan, run slowly, drink lots of water every day (not just run days) and have fun succeeding. Ignore what you think people might be thinking! Most of them will actually be wishing they had started too. You. Will. Do. It. 🎉
You’ve got this. I’m a 33 year old, 5’10”, 258 pounds woman. I was heavier when I started last year. How much heavier? I’m not sure. Anyway, if can complete this program then so can you! There are times on the podcast when Laura said run and I kept on walking. There are times I had to repeat weeks but I did it! I’ve completed the program and continue to jog/run at my own pace. I said all that to say you’ve got this! 2020 is your year.
I'm in exactly the same situation 5'-7" though. However I have a lot of years on you. I'm 62 soon to be 63 and I've tried running but it affects my joints too much. I've taken up aqua aerobics, non weight bearing and today I've just done my first yoga class, it was hard all my fat bits got in my way and restricted my movement somewhat. I belong to Slimming World and I'm going to carry on with my classes. I must believe in myself to do it. I know it will be so much better for my joints. I weigh in every Monday. So if you'd like we can try and shed some pounds in friendly competition. No pressure.
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