AF and exercise where to get help?

[Stueeee52]

Gained 5 kilos since lockdown yet have always cooked all my own food and rarely eat junk.

I Don't believe in diets as everyone who takes one struggles for months , looks gaunt for a bit them puts it all back on and more. I have no willpower, don't want to yo-yo or learn disgust of food.

Diagnosed with AF some years ago and scared to exercise although I know I need to lose about 20kgs.

I get very breathless if I do anything uphill. Perhaps it's the medication? ( Bisodol,amlipodin ****statin)

Worried I could have stroke/ heart attack/ diabetes before end of lockdown/year. Don't really understand AF and just get more scared when I look it up.

Wondering when it's safe to see a doctor again or how to lose weight without diet or exercise?

[moreless Administrator 7 stone]

Hi and welcome, Stueeee52

I'm afraid none of us is qualified to help you with your particular medical condition and I suggest you arrange for a telephone/video call with your GP so that you can put your questions to them. This may help nhs.uk/conditions/atrial-fi...

We don't believe anyone should diet, just follow a sensible eating plan, this may help you healthunlocked.com/api/redi...

All of the information you need about the forum can be found in Pinned Posts healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh... and I hope you'll be joining all the Events, Challenges and Clubs that we run, especially a weigh-in and the daily diary.

If you haven't already taken it, here's a tour of the forum healthunlocked.com/?tour=true

We've found active participation to be key to successful weight loss and, of course, it's a good way to get to know people, find inspiration and share support and encouragement.

Wishing you all the best

[Stueeee52 in reply to moreless]

Thanks for your detailed response. I'll take a look at those links and see how best to make some changes to my lifestyle yet stay safe . Regards Stuart

[Lytham 3 stone]

Hello, you can get some good ideas of what everyone else is eating on the Daily Diary, would you like to join us and post your plan for tomorrow? Here's the link, I hope to see you there! x

healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh...

[Stueeee52 in reply to Lytham]

Thanks for the reply. I'll look into your link and see how best to apply changes to my lifestyle. . Regards Stuart

[Lytham 3 stone in reply to Stueeee52]

Great ! x

[Weightloss30]

Hello!

Sorry to hear you are struggling. Of course, your GP should be your first point of contact so do not hesitate to call them.

My mum was also diagnosed with AF. She was told that exercise can help strengthen the heart but exercise, but to take it really slowly. She started with walking slowly for 30 minutes every day. Then, when that became easier, she added an extra 10 minutes of daily walking a week. Eventually she got quicker and fitter and started the C25K programme and although it took her longer than the initial plan, she can readily jog for 30 minutes! It’s all about building up from where you are comfortable. I also know there are lots of low impact workouts on YouTube that might be worth investigating!

Again, this is just from my experience so speak to your doctor!

Good luck