Battling my weight.

[Strutty65]

I am new on this group. Age 56, 5ft, 19st 8, BMI 53. Had a heart attack December 19 whilst on holiday in Morocco. No illness beforehand no signs. 3 stents fitted. I have been trying to lose weight since I was 18 which is when I started to gain weight, I have been a member of nearly all the slimming clubs and always only ever managed to loose a stone or just over. Then back to square one again. I thought having the HA would have scared me to death and give me the jolt but I do a few days and give in. I comfort/emotionally eat. That's me in a nutshell.

[moreless Administrator 7 stone]

Hi and welcome, Strutty65

Sorry to hear about your heart attack and struggles with your weight, maybe these could help? healthunlocked.com/weight-l... and healthunlocked.com/api/redi... and doctoraseem.com/the-truth-a...

All of the information you need about the forum can be found in Pinned Posts

healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh... and we hope you'll be joining all the Events, Challenges and Clubs that we run, especially a weigh-in and the daily diary.

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

[lea57-49r Maintainer 3st 7lbs]

Welcome Strutty65 and I wish you the very best in your weight loss.

[Strutty65 in reply to lea57-49r]

Thanks very much x

[Hidden]

Hi Strutty65, welcome to the forum! I know it's tough but you've been given a second chance, please don't waste it with old habits that don't serve you well. There's lots of support here, and ways to cope with stress and emotions that are really healthy and don't involve food: journaling, getting outside, going for a walk, having more "me time", talking to a friend... I'm not saying it's easy changing your habits; I'm in my 50s too and still struggling with it, but I do think it's possible if you really want to change, and become healthier/love and respect yourself more. All that. And joining here shows you're ready! You can totally do this! 💛

[Strutty65]

Thank you. I have a lot to live for.

(I'm going to tag Hidden so that she sees you're reply to her lovely message of support

When responding to somebody, click on the reply box and then reply. It all takes a bit of practise but you'll soon get used to it. Best Wishes Lucigret)

[Hidden in reply to Strutty65]

I'm glad to hear it Strutty! 😊 and thank-you lucigret ⚘