Weight loss/back pain vicious cycle - in limbo as requested breast reduction

Hi, sounds like you are really missing the exercising. I wonder if you could run on a different (softer) surface which might help your back? I stay off roads for this reason and I also try not to run on trails all the time.

How about some yoga? Ekhart Yoga/Yogatic have some free videos on their website and loads of free videos on YouTube. And there's the NHS Strength and Flexibility podcasts

Another possibility might be cycling - you might be able to get hold of a bike through Freegle.

Breast reduction is potentially a very serious step if you're not past child-bearing - in a nutshell it could increase the chances of any children being overweight. Probably not at the forefront of your mind right now, but needs to be discussed before surgery.

Good luck! You've a lot on your plate at the moment and it sounds as though something to lift your mood should be the top priority.

Hi Angel

I come from a family of buxom ladies, I am lucky I can get front fastening bras that hold me in, but my daughter bless her can't, she has to buy her over the shoulder boulder holders from Marks and Spencer, which as we all know isn’t bargain basement price.

She's doing an apprenticeship as a care assistant so she needs the strong support

I don't know where you get your bras but she's. 36gg and pays £15 each from m&s and they do really strong sports bras, they also do a good range of bras in the shoe tailor catalogue for similar price.

I hope this helps. Have you thought of going swimming? It works all your muscles and your whole body, which will strengthen your bored muscles, strengthen your back and ease. Your back pain!

I'm giving you my special poem that I give to people who are in need of some comfort and support.

When angels sense you need them

And angels always do

They come unseen from everywhere

To help and comfort you

They hover close beside you

Till all your cares are gone

Till they can see you're ready

Once again to carry on

Then some of them fly away

And take their gentle touch

To other hearts that need the love

Of angels very much

But one at least stays with you

As your constant friend and guide

For guardian angels never leave you

They are always by your side!

Take care and angel blessings

Hi, the shock absorber running bra is the best sports bra that i know of and i wouldnt be without mine, and it might help to keep the boobs under control when running!

As for the back pain, having suffered really bad constant back pain, i found that core strengthening exercises have helped massively alongside the running. Have a look on you tube to find something that works for you.

I would hate to have to stop running so i feel for you, but do try the core exercises, i cant tell you the difference it has made for me.

Good luck

Maybe its not all or nothing with the running. Nordic walking can be a lot more intensive than walking if you want it to be.

So you could walk - core - Nordic walk - core and then you should have made an impression on the back pain - and allow some running back into the mix!

Also with the issues related to exercise maybe you need for a short time to really go to town on the nutrition because blitzing high intensity exercise is not really an ideal option for you!

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How long do you run for, and what is your average pulse rate whilst running? What surface do you run on? Do you use running shoes that offer appropriate support?