Healthy Weight Loss

Leigh · 08-16-2011, 09:55 AM

Good morning everyone!

Well I'm noticing some changes in Myself and honestly, I dont know if I really like them. I'm having a hard time getting on track and over the last couple of days not only do I notice that My feet are swollen, but also My lower legs are getting fatter (the skin is much tighter). I haven't been able to stick to My goal of less pop and such, but I walked across the street to 7-11 this morning and I just couldn't help but feel that things aren't right. My right foot is especially swollen and its not easy to walk, its like 2 times the normal size and I know that isn't good.

I know that I need to change, for My health, and it scares Me to make these changes but I know that they have to happen. I want to go on Weight Watchers and would love to go to meetings but I know that I can't afford it, but the points seem to be working for everyone else so I really wanna give it a try though right now I'm not sure how I can do it. I'm going to start today by going back over all of the pages in this thread and writing down things I wanna try ~ tips, recipes etc which will hopefully start Me down the right path. I'm sick of being fat, sick of feeling sluggish and tired and just plain icky .......... something has to give and I'm no longer going to allow My health to suffer because of Myself.

I started this morning, by having water flavored with Nestea Singles in pomegranate and blueberry, plus over at 7-11 I bought breakfast ........ they sell packages of apple slices and red grapes there so that was what I had. For Me thats not the type of breakfast I'm used to, if I ever have any ~ I generally don't have anything in the morning and will then eat more than I should at lunchtime. I'm changing that and by having something this morning (the fruit), hopefully that'll be a good beginning. I know that I can come here and have the support of My dearest friends who will keep Me sane and motivated (and give Me virtual kicks in the ass when needed). Thank you so much to everyone here and to this thread for helping Me to keep going ~ I appreciate everything

PinkieLee · 08-16-2011, 10:07 AM

((((Matthew)))))

I'm sorry to hear that you are having problems with your legs & feet. Sometimes, reality has a way of kickin' our own asses and gives you a wake up call that you can no longer ignore! I know for me, it was my feet constantly hurting and being humilated when I couldn't sit comfortably in one of my friend's outdoor chairs. I told myself ENOUGH IS ENOUGH... I am the only one that can change my life. I want to... and I HAVE to!

You mentioned that you really wanted to try out Weight Watchers. I know that it can be pricey, and really isn't an option for you right now. But what you can do is check out Amazon. They have TONS of books, kits & WW tools to get you started where you can track it all yourself... some of the books starting off used at $.01! You can't beat that!!! Just type in Weight Watchers... and almost 3,000 items pop up!

If you want to try out the meetings, call your local chapter to find out prices. In my hometown, it's only like $9.95 a month for unlimited meetings... where you can weigh in, buy supplies and find support.

GOOD LUCK my friend!

Leigh · 08-16-2011, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by PinkieLee

((((Matthew)))))

I'm sorry to hear that you are having problems with your legs & feet. Sometimes, reality has a way of kickin' our own asses and gives you a wake up call that you can no longer ignore! I know for me, it was my feet constantly hurting and being humilated when I couldn't sit comfortably in one of my friend's outdoor chairs. I told myself ENOUGH IS ENOUGH... I am the only one that can change my life. I want to... and I HAVE to!

You mentioned that you really wanted to try out Weight Watchers. I know that it can be pricey, and really isn't an option for you right now. But what you can do is check out Amazon. They have TONS of books, kits & WW tools to get you started where you can track it all yourself... some of the books starting off used at $.01! You can't beat that!!! Just type in Weight Watchers... and almost 3,000 items pop up!

If you want to try out the meetings, call your local chapter to find out prices. In my hometown, it's only like $9.95 a month for unlimited meetings... where you can weigh in, buy supplies and find support.

GOOD LUCK my friend!

Yes they can be pricey and with being on disability, not getting alot per month would make it hard to join the meetings unless I can call them and see if they have payment plans or something for those of us with limited incomes. I plan on checking out a few of My local stores over the next few weeks to find as many books as I can on Weight Watchers, and even some cookbooks. I am not a good cook but if I have healthy choices and say if I can cook one meal a week, not only will I get better as cooking (will never be a chef tho lol) I can certainly learn some new things.

I will also check out Amazon for books and stuff, thanks for the link hun ~ I appreciate it :-)

Mister Bent · 08-16-2011, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Matthew

Good morning everyone!

Well I'm noticing some changes in Myself and honestly, I dont know if I really like them. I'm having a hard time getting on track and over the last couple of days not only do I notice that My feet are swollen, but also My lower legs are getting fatter (the skin is much tighter). I haven't been able to stick to My goal of less pop and such, but I walked across the street to 7-11 this morning and I just couldn't help but feel that things aren't right. My right foot is especially swollen and its not easy to walk, its like 2 times the normal size and I know that isn't good.

I know that I need to change, for My health, and it scares Me to make these changes but I know that they have to happen. I want to go on Weight Watchers and would love to go to meetings but I know that I can't afford it, but the points seem to be working for everyone else so I really wanna give it a try though right now I'm not sure how I can do it. I'm going to start today by going back over all of the pages in this thread and writing down things I wanna try ~ tips, recipes etc which will hopefully start Me down the right path. I'm sick of being fat, sick of feeling sluggish and tired and just plain icky .......... something has to give and I'm no longer going to allow My health to suffer because of Myself.

Matthew, I am sincerely concerned for your well-being right now. The symptoms you are describing in your feet and legs are nothing to take lightly, and I strongly suggest you get to a doctor, or at the very least do some immediate research. This is nothing to take a "wait and see" attitude about. I have some thoughts on what you could do to help yourself right now, but not being a medical professional, I hesitate to do so.

I think it's a really great start that you will go back through this thread and try to glean tips that you think will work for you. Over the past week or so, I've seen you post elsewhere on the site about what you've been eating and I understand what you're saying here about suffering because of yourself. It does seem you've been engaging in a kind of self-sabotage, something I think to which many of us here in this thread can relate. It takes many forms, and food is a common one, you are definitely not alone in that. Please continue to reach out to people in this thread, I think you will find a lot of compassion and support.

I do have one suggestion for you. See if you can calculate what you spend each week at 7-11, I know it is not a cheap place to buy food. Then see what a week of Weight Watchers will cost you. I'm reasonably certain you will find not only that you could trim your 7-11 budget and afford WW, but that the value would greatly surpass anything you can find at 7-11. WW often offers discounted rates, etc. And I'm willing to bet if you went to a local chapter, and stated your case, that they would work with you.

Please look into this, WW offers amazing support and once you see that first good loss, I believe very strongly that you will feel so much better and be your own source of inspiration. Please do this today.

Zimmeh · 08-16-2011, 10:20 AM

Hey Matt,

Add some probiotic yogurt as a snack. I have found the Chobani brand to have the least amount of calories and sugar. My favorite one is the black cherry and blueberry one. I count how many calories I eat on a daily basis.

I also agree with what Mr. Bent said, you need to see a doctor. When my dad passed, he weighed 365lbs and he suffered from pulmonary adema. This is the scientific name for water around the pericardium sac of the heart.

I'm always here if you want to talk.

Hugs my friend!

Zimmy

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Originally Posted by Matthew

Good morning everyone!

Well I'm noticing some changes in Myself and honestly, I dont know if I really like them. I'm having a hard time getting on track and over the last couple of days not only do I notice that My feet are swollen, but also My lower legs are getting fatter (the skin is much tighter). I haven't been able to stick to My goal of less pop and such, but I walked across the street to 7-11 this morning and I just couldn't help but feel that things aren't right. My right foot is especially swollen and its not easy to walk, its like 2 times the normal size and I know that isn't good.

I know that I need to change, for My health, and it scares Me to make these changes but I know that they have to happen. I want to go on Weight Watchers and would love to go to meetings but I know that I can't afford it, but the points seem to be working for everyone else so I really wanna give it a try though right now I'm not sure how I can do it. I'm going to start today by going back over all of the pages in this thread and writing down things I wanna try ~ tips, recipes etc which will hopefully start Me down the right path. I'm sick of being fat, sick of feeling sluggish and tired and just plain icky .......... something has to give and I'm no longer going to allow My health to suffer because of Myself.

I started this morning, by having water flavored with Nestea Singles in pomegranate and blueberry, plus over at 7-11 I bought breakfast ........ they sell packages of apple slices and red grapes there so that was what I had. For Me thats not the type of breakfast I'm used to, if I ever have any ~ I generally don't have anything in the morning and will then eat more than I should at lunchtime. I'm changing that and by having something this morning (the fruit), hopefully that'll be a good beginning. I know that I can come here and have the support of My dearest friends who will keep Me sane and motivated (and give Me virtual kicks in the ass when needed). Thank you so much to everyone here and to this thread for helping Me to keep going ~ I appreciate everything

08-16-2011, 09:55 AM	#1
Leigh Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She, Her, etc Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 7,767 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 9,029 Thanked 13,024 Times in 4,784 Posts Rep Power: 21474859	Good morning everyone! Well I'm noticing some changes in Myself and honestly, I dont know if I really like them. I'm having a hard time getting on track and over the last couple of days not only do I notice that My feet are swollen, but also My lower legs are getting fatter (the skin is much tighter). I haven't been able to stick to My goal of less pop and such, but I walked across the street to 7-11 this morning and I just couldn't help but feel that things aren't right. My right foot is especially swollen and its not easy to walk, its like 2 times the normal size and I know that isn't good. I know that I need to change, for My health, and it scares Me to make these changes but I know that they have to happen. I want to go on Weight Watchers and would love to go to meetings but I know that I can't afford it, but the points seem to be working for everyone else so I really wanna give it a try though right now I'm not sure how I can do it. I'm going to start today by going back over all of the pages in this thread and writing down things I wanna try ~ tips, recipes etc which will hopefully start Me down the right path. I'm sick of being fat, sick of feeling sluggish and tired and just plain icky .......... something has to give and I'm no longer going to allow My health to suffer because of Myself. I started this morning, by having water flavored with Nestea Singles in pomegranate and blueberry, plus over at 7-11 I bought breakfast ........ they sell packages of apple slices and red grapes there so that was what I had. For Me thats not the type of breakfast I'm used to, if I ever have any ~ I generally don't have anything in the morning and will then eat more than I should at lunchtime. I'm changing that and by having something this morning (the fruit), hopefully that'll be a good beginning. I know that I can come here and have the support of My dearest friends who will keep Me sane and motivated (and give Me virtual kicks in the ass when needed). Thank you so much to everyone here and to this thread for helping Me to keep going ~ I appreciate everything __________________ "When you fall off the wagon ... clutch the sides of it until you get a better grip!"

08-16-2011, 10:07 AM	#2
PinkieLee Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Relationship Status: I need ya boo, gotta see ya boo Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Big Money Texas Posts: 4,708 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 24,309 Thanked 13,074 Times in 3,049 Posts Rep Power: 21474856	((((Matthew))))) I'm sorry to hear that you are having problems with your legs & feet. Sometimes, reality has a way of kickin' our own asses and gives you a wake up call that you can no longer ignore! I know for me, it was my feet constantly hurting and being humilated when I couldn't sit comfortably in one of my friend's outdoor chairs. I told myself ENOUGH IS ENOUGH... I am the only one that can change my life. I want to... and I HAVE to! You mentioned that you really wanted to try out Weight Watchers. I know that it can be pricey, and really isn't an option for you right now. But what you can do is check out Amazon. They have TONS of books, kits & WW tools to get you started where you can track it all yourself... some of the books starting off used at $.01! You can't beat that!!! Just type in Weight Watchers... and almost 3,000 items pop up! If you want to try out the meetings, call your local chapter to find out prices. In my hometown, it's only like $9.95 a month for unlimited meetings... where you can weigh in, buy supplies and find support. GOOD LUCK my friend!