Motivation to start

[LMC_88]

This is my first post, I’ve been dipping in and out just reading for awhile.

I had a baby last year, now a mum to 3 girls 🙈 we have older step children too and a busy family life. I’m really struggling to be consistent. Six months after my 2nd baby I went to the gym ate consistently well and lost 3 stone. This time around I’m struggling to stay on track and everything keeps derailing me and I have no energy at all and just feel exhausted all the time.

Last time I counted calories using MFP and had a personal trainer. I can’t afford a trainer this time but I know how to lose the weight, have goals to aim for, know I’ll get more energy by being healthy but I just can’t seem to get the ball rolling and find a routine and be consistent. I feel miserable being overweight, unattractive, dreading the summer and seeing everyone showing off their bodies. Any support would be appreciated!

[Lytham 3 stone]

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[focused1 Maintainer 13kg]

I would just shut the door to the house and the housework . I had 5 boys under 11 and once I was in - I was in all day . It is difficult with children but now the weather is better I would try and leave the house where there is food and temptation . I ate more in the house as I knew it was there . I was shattered as I was constantly cleaning , trying to find activities which then needed putting away . Pack a picnic which can be slightly different for you . Have a good walk, break the journey with a park in mind . Group classes are getting going again so if you can make that time once a week to go to one without the children . I like Zumba as it is for all ages and ability . I haven't found one that isn't welcoming . Plan your meals and only shop for what you need . Children will eat fruit which you could all share chopped up . Try lighter popcorn instead of crisps for them if you do buy these snacks then if you do fancy a handful you are eating lighter .I hid behind - I buy these for the kids ...

[Josiewales2021]

Hi there I fully understand your problem well I am a full time carer for my wife and I have been constantly trying to loose weight we have just come back from holiday and I was helping my wife into the pool and heard some one saying that people like us shouldn't be out in the pool with the beautiful slim people like them this upset me which is why I am here I did think of drowning the little darling but out of ear shot of my wife did say that we can loose weight they will still be ugly we all know how to loose weight but there is a lot of nice things to eat you have 3 children I believe that is the reason why you need to be slimmer and healthier so you can run around and play silly games etc you know how same as me it's just doing it is the problem good luck and I hope we both get our dream by Xmas day all the best Paul xx

[NICHOLE7338]

I am a registered nurse and baccalaureate student. I am here to learn more about patient experiences and their challenges with weight loss. Is there any resources any your community such as a recreation center? These centers typically offer exercise programs.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Best,

Nichole

[BridgeGirl Administrator SS Supercook 2 stone in reply to NICHOLE7338]

Hi Nichole, are you on a weight loss journey yourself? How are things going?