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[Paulam72]

Hi everyone. I am really struggling with weight loss and really need to make some life changes. I have fibromyalgia and planter fasciitis in my feet so exercise is now a minimum. I work everyday as a TA in a school so I am not sat still all day but I obviously need to do more. Is there anyone who can help with exercise options that's not so painful for me?

[Ceals]

Welcome

This is an amazing forum to be part of. Many of people on here have different areas of concern but we are all trying to get to, or maintain, our desired weight. As you get to know us, and share experiences with us, you will find what a super supportive bunch we are, and that we don't pass judgements.

Here are a few suggestions about how to get the most out of the forum.

The first place to look is at the Pinned Posts section to the right of your screen (bottom if you're using a mobile), read the Welcome Newbie thread first and move through to the challenges, where we hope you'll find at least one that will appeal to you.

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Have a look at the NHS 12-week plan; many people have had success with it. Also use the BMI checker to find your target calories, it's important to eat enough. This can be a major turning point, realising you can eat anything as long as the calories are accounted for and are within your personal limit.

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If you have any questions please just ask. The more you join in and connect with people the more you get out of the forum.

I wish you well as you get started with a new lifestyle.

Ceals

[Satsuma 2 stone]

Hi Paulam72 As I have plantar facictis also I find Pilate's and Yoga most helpful .. I also attend Boxing and fight my way through the pain for added adrenaline boost. I have a dodgy hip affecting my leg and exercising has so helped it .. Use it or lose it is a mantra I use often

[Paulam72 in reply to Satsuma]

Thank you. 😁

[ary88 Restart June 2024]

Hi Paulam, ask your GP about referral to physio, a friend has the same condition, and does daily non weight bearing exercises to her foot, and they are making a difference.

[Paulam72 in reply to ary88]

Oh really, thank you. 😁

[Hidden]

How about swimming? It's a great all over exercise.

[Paulam72 in reply to Hidden]

Yeah I thought that would be good. It's just getting the time to travel 20mins to the nearest pool. I live in a new town with not much around. I really need to manage my time, working full time, carer for my disabled daughter, no family help and hubby goes away a lot... 😩

[Hidden in reply to Paulam72]

Sorry it's rough. My husband has been out of town for three months now and I am parenting on my own and working full time. It's so hard being alone.

[Paulam72 in reply to Hidden]

Yeah, good in some ways but not in others. I am more organised with the children but as for my eating and looking after myself, it goes out the window!! I think I will have to think about my food in advance.