I'm a 49 yr old mother to 4 children living in a suburb north of St Paul, Minnesota. I have kidney disease and am preparing for a kidney transplant within the next year. My doctor has requested that I try to lose 30 lbs. before surgery. That is going to be quite a challenge for me because I've tried to lose the weight before, but I've managed to stay at 200 lbs. for the last 5 yrs. and my body is very happy at that weight.
I did get down to 190 two years ago, but only through daily strenuous exercise, which I can't do anymore, due to a hip condition I also have. My stiff hips limit my exercise routine quite a bit. I would love to ride a bike, but I can't anymore. All I can do now is work up a sweat marching around my living room while listening to my favorite upbeat music.
I am glad I found this board. It will be a great motivator in my life and everyone can help to hold me accountable to see that I stay on the right track and to inspire me to reach my goal.
Darla
I did get down to 190 two years ago, but only through daily strenuous exercise, which I can't do anymore, due to a hip condition I also have. My stiff hips limit my exercise routine quite a bit. I would love to ride a bike, but I can't anymore. All I can do now is work up a sweat marching around my living room while listening to my favorite upbeat music.
I am glad I found this board. It will be a great motivator in my life and everyone can help to hold me accountable to see that I stay on the right track and to inspire me to reach my goal.
Darla
