Realizing: Sometime you gotta be like Nike and just do it

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directorjt

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"Sometimes you gotta be like Nike and just do it"


Honestly, this is the phrase I've been mentally chanting to myself over the past month. To put it in perspective: I am a professionally and scholastically successful 21 year old as I have already started building a career and am near completion of my degree. However this is overshadowed by being an overweight, lacking confidence and causing mental/emotional problems that prevent me from truly being able to live life to its fullest.


I am currently 5' 9 and weigh 250 pounds. Weight has been a struggle for some time now- as the years of video games, school, and working long days (up to 60 hour work weeks) has ultimately led me to an unhealthy lifestyle that consists of eating like crap and a near complete lack of physical activity.


Three weeks ago, I finally decided to live the phrase and really make a difference. My epiphany was due to my realization that no one else can do this for me and that the longer I wait the worse it will get. I am going to be visiting a doctor in the next few days to get blood work done, as I am extremely concerned that the neglect to my body over the past 4 years was so extreme that it has led me to become pre-diabetic or worse. I am 100% certain that I have really high blood pressure (as I know from previous doctor visits)...Honestly, I have never been so stressed in my life- well- I know THAT doesn't help the blood pressure either... (and work definitely takes its toll- since I've stepped into management I swear it's gone up).


The first week I lost ten pounds and I got people telling me they saw a difference. However I let off the gas and stopped reading this forum, stopped caring and kept making excuses... two weeks later here I am back at 250.


Tomorrow morning I am getting this done. The constant roller coaster of emotions is ending, as I am realizing that if I don't get this fixed... my long term health is at risk....


I genuinely appreciate the posts of those of you on this forum... I lurk in the corner the majority of the time, as I use this forum for inspiration. I apologize for the venting and ranting... but it feels good to talk about this.


Any advice you might have on keeping focused will be sincerely appreciated. Also- I am really concerned about becoming diabetic and having long term problems. If you have any experience or knowledge to give me an idea if the damage I've done is reversible or if it's too late- I'd really appreciate it (again- I am not substituting your advice for a doctor's visit- that's happening in the coming few days).



Regards,

JT
 
Reading your post made me want to tell you a little bit of my story... I was over weight most of my adult life being 5'2" and 170 lbs wasn't fun and everyone always told me to lose weight. I was very athletic in high school, being a softball player, so no one ever expected me to get so big. The reason I am telling you this is that EVERYONE told me that my weight wasn't the problem and that all I needed to do was be happy with myself, but the truth was that when I lost weight... even a pound or two.... I really got happy and very proud of myself! I do believe that it is how you see yourself that matters, but I also think that having that scale and knowing what you did that made just a pound or two come off really makes you feel like you've accomplished something! (even better than all the degrees!) Also, I'm not sure about diabetes as you are talking about it I think type 2? My mother has type 1 and I know it is really bad to have, it messes with your circulation and you can lose toes and even your feet if your not careful! Plus I know your life would be much better if you never had to deal with it at all! I'd love to recommend a program to you but I'm not sure if I can...(o well) it's called DietPower and you can look it up on any search engine, it took me 2 years but I lost 50 pounds! I wish you the best and I hope you keep me informed!!!!
 
Originally Posted by directorjt


"Sometimes you gotta be like Nike and just do it"



Honestly, this is the phrase I've been mentally chanting to myself over the past month. To put it in perspective: I am a professionally and scholastically successful 21 year old as I have already started building a career and am near completion of my degree. However this is overshadowed by being an overweight, lacking confidence and causing mental/emotional problems that prevent me from truly being able to live life to its fullest.



I am currently 5' 9 and weigh 250 pounds. Weight has been a struggle for some time now- as the years of video games, school, and working long days (up to 60 hour work weeks) has ultimately led me to an unhealthy lifestyle that consists of eating like crap and a near complete lack of physical activity.



Three weeks ago, I finally decided to live the phrase and really make a difference. My epiphany was due to my realization that no one else can do this for me and that the longer I wait the worse it will get. I am going to be visiting a doctor in the next few days to get blood work done, as I am extremely concerned that the neglect to my body over the past 4 years was so extreme that it has led me to become pre-diabetic or worse. I am 100% certain that I have really high blood pressure (as I know from previous doctor visits)...Honestly, I have never been so stressed in my life- well- I know THAT doesn't help the blood pressure either... (and work definitely takes its toll- since I've stepped into management I swear it's gone up).



The first week I lost ten pounds and I got people telling me they saw a difference. However I let off the gas and stopped reading this forum, stopped caring and kept making excuses... two weeks later here I am back at 250.



Tomorrow morning I am getting this done. The constant roller coaster of emotions is ending, as I am realizing that if I don't get this fixed... my long term health is at risk....



I genuinely appreciate the posts of those of you on this forum... I lurk in the corner the majority of the time, as I use this forum for inspiration. I apologize for the venting and ranting... but it feels good to talk about this.



Any advice you might have on keeping focused will be sincerely appreciated. Also- I am really concerned about becoming diabetic and having long term problems. If you have any experience or knowledge to give me an idea if the damage I've done is reversible or if it's too late- I'd really appreciate it (again- I am not substituting your advice for a doctor's visit- that's happening in the coming few days).





Regards,

JT
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Hello!! I just recently turned 21 and i know what its like to let your weight ruin your life!! Well your making the first step by posting on here:) Forget all your failed attempts at this, this time YOU WILL DO IT FOR REAAAAAAAL. I know you can do it:)


Hope the doctor visit goes ok, and your health is in check:) All the best
 
Visiting the doctor tomorrow...


I have been making excuses all week for reasons to not get on track (between school starting back up and work being hectic)... see there I go again! lol


Anyway, I am going to the doctor tomorrow and I need to get going with all this. Thank you all for your input so far.
 
ASometimes the smallest changes have the biggest effects, if you think that you don't have time to workout, than maybe start by just eating right.

Some people lose weight by just eating healthy, you can still have a deficit if you eat less than you burn daily. It's also the first step and you can add some cardio later when you have time.
 
AI echo what MLB said. Myself, I kept saying I'll exercise, I kept trying to push myself. Now, I'm making babysteps. I made better food choices, and I've lost 14lbs in the last month and 1 week. If you're struggling with exercise, just take a deep breath, and focus on better eating habits. If you stick to it, it really does become routine! Also, water, water, water! If you like soda, or any other drinks (coffee, juice, what have you), try to cut the intake down and go with water. It helps to lower cravings, and it's so good for you.

My small goal is to lose 20lb before I get into the exercise. I still do some walking here and there, but, you need to go at YOUR pace. You're doing good so far! The first step is still a step in the right direction.

Good luck at the doctors, I hope you receive good news. If you are diabetic, listen to your doctor, they can usually help you with the changes you need to make.
 
AHey, JT. I hope everything turns out OK on your check up. A lot of the things you said in the OP resonated with me since I went through the same anxiety,emotional stress, lack of confidence. What are you getting your degree in?
 
I know how that is. I had lost 60 lbs, then stopped (for some stupid reason, sheer laziness I believe) and started gaining it back. Well, then I was depressed that I was gaining weight back, so I would eat, then I'd be upset I was eating, so I'd eat more... etc etc. Horrible cycle. Then I finally decided enough was enough, lost a few pounds, got pregnant. I now have an almost 7 month old who takes up almost all of my time. I'm starting by watching my calories and it's been working so far. I'll add exercise as I go on and hopefully when she becomes less needy.


Highest weight for me during the pregnancy was 228.2, I am now 191.6 and want to get down to 130-140 (I'll see when I get there seeing as I've never been that light before).


Good luck to us both!
 
Hey JT i know full well all the emotions you expressed in your OP so just thought id give you some encouragment on your weight loss plan. Having done so much with your live and your only 21 i'm sure can achieve anything you set your mind to including weight loss! so keep up the good work i look forward to reading your progress


P.S. I love the title, its brilliant!
 
Hi everyone,


Thank you all for your encouragement and input. After visiting the doctor- I feel completely relieved!!


I have great blood pressure and do not have diabetes. However, this doesn't cut me loose from needing to get in shape and lose weight.


This actually worked as a motivator for me, as I do not want to go down that road again of fearing those conditions!


I went shopping at fresh & easy (God's gift to mankind)- where I bought an assortment of fresh fruits/vegetables, chicken and all the healthy food essentials.


I am using my phone as my tool for all this. I have set my alarms to specifically go off 30 minutes earlier each day to wake up, have a healthy breakfast, and pack my lunch. So far- not too bad!


@MLB / Loch - I think you are both 100% right. If I am not able to exercise consistently (yet...) that doesn't provide an excuse for not eating right. Thus my healthy eating regiment is back in full force. And I wish you the best Loch with your goals!

@Day - I am getting my degree in business management and I am looking to follow that with a Masters degree as well. I am glad to know others can relate to me with these struggles as well... it feels like you're the only one sometimes (not to be emo...)

@Risty- Best of luck to you! I think that all of us can hit our goals if we keep ourselves motivated and engaged with our plans. I look forward to seeing your progress!

@Jessie- I sincerely appreciate the kind words and encouragement. I am excited to get back on track. Welcome to the forum as well!


I will keep everyone posted with my progress and any struggles.


I weighed in this morning at 249... I am looking to make some big moves. I will post my updated weight weekly.


Thanks everyone, and let's get errr done!
 
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@Irishprincess + Mrspms - Thank you ladies for your input. It is very encouraging to have others out there who understand the struggle and can relate, but are doing something about it at the same time. Congrats MRSPMS on your progress, and princess, I wish you the best with yours!
 
I'm glad your check up at the dr went well! I'm glad you still want to get healthy after knowing your results were good!
 
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