Motivation is all I need.

[frazerholly]

i have been diagnosed with diverticulitis and hiatus hernia, I am also asthmatic i have allowed myself to gain weight and now obese I understand this is my lifestyle choice and losing weight is the answer to aid my recovery and keep well, i find i lack motivation, i use every excuse i can, i am working full time, looking after my mother who is nearly 90 years old, i do a course all day Saturday and leave no time for myself,

I have lost three of my siblings over the past 15 years losing the last sister in 2014, I was hit again with daughter committing suicide last year, I am now starting to get fed up of hearing excuses and i know the answer is to get up and get going and be healthy i have to be here for myself, as well as be strong for the rest of my family.

I aim to start walking and build up my stamina, and my goal is to lose the minimum of 2 stone this year, I have done this to myself so I need to undo it. I have joined the council gym, and will start swimming and once i have lost some weight will hopefully be able to run.

[denvajade]

Good on you! It is so easy to put on the weight, harder to lose. But if you are determined it will happen. You have had some tragic things happen and this can cause comfort eating. I am goin to follow you and watch your progress, starting swimming is great go for it!

[2stoneup]

You sound motivated and 2 stone in a year sounds infinitely achievable. I wouldn't be surprised if you lost more. Good luck!

[YellowRose55]

Hi frazerholly

Welcome to the weight loss forum.

Take a look at the Welcome Newbie post in the Pinned post section at the right hand side or at the bottom if your on a mobile. Have a look at the nhs 12 week plan, many members here have had success losing weight on this plan. Use the BMI checker to work out your daily calorie allowance.

Below the Pinned posts are the Topics where members share a range of weight related subjects.

Take your measurements at the start along with a photo so you can see the changes on the days the scales don't move.

We have daily weight ins so why not come and join us. You can find them on the Home page in Events. Just click on the post and post your starting weight, your aim for the week and any loss/gain or maintain for the week.

To get the most out of the forum be active, share experiences, tips and ideas. Read some of the posts they are good for inspiration and very motivating.

Have a good first week.

Rose

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello and welcome frazerholly 😊

You have had s tough time so please be kind to yourself 😊 Two stone on a year is very achievable and you have done excellent plans in place 😊 If you have any questions just ask 😊

Best wishes

Anna

[lucigret]

Hello frazerholly , welcome to this wonderful forum. You have been through a horrible time! You sound as though you have a plan of action and a 2 stone lose sounds sensible and doable. Going to the gym will make sure you have a bit of time for you. It's not easy to find time when you're a carer and a Mum, I know, I have been a carer for the past 30 odd years to my eldest son and now my elderly Mum. It's just trying to get a balance. Just making some small changes will make a difference. Wishing you good luck in your weight loss journey.

[Cuddlygran]

You've got a lot going on there sweetheart. And had a huge amount to cope with loosing loved ones. My heart goes out to you. Most people would have crumbled but you haven't. Yes you have health problems but you know that loosing weight and a healthy lifestyle will help no end. Don't get me wrong l am not being flippant, it's hard work changing. But you need to do this for you. You have gone through enough pain. Now is time to heal your mind through healing your body and making your whole self feel better. Use the lovely people on this site who will be behind you every step of the way. Very best of luck new friend. You can do this.