I have 2 disks out in my lower back, but I find as long as I exercise and walk I am OK. If not, I have terrible pain down my left leg and spazums in my lower back, which, according to a Ortho. Surgeon, is from pressure being put on my sciatic nerve from extra weight. How is that for a motivation for you? I am a walker as my user name implies. I walk about 5-7 miles a day..today 5. I need to stay healthy for more than just wanting to look good on vacation or fit into a certain dress. I do it so I am not in constant pain. I was watching the Dr. Oz show on Obesity yesterday, and I came to realize that when I was 45 pounds heavier, not only was my back and legs in pain, but my inside organs were as well. Just because we can't see the damage inside, doesn't mean it isn't there. We all need to realize that this being healthy isn't a "just for now" thing to do. IT is a choice we are all making...to live longer and get the most out of life that we can, make happy memories at Disney and in all parts of our lives.
I can't stand living like this and am determined to get back to a healthy weight and be the active person I was before the weight gain.
I know that with some encouragement I will be healther for my cruise in 10-09Have started getting some exercise in a bellydance class - Now for upping the ante - maybe long walks with my DH. Have tried WW & know I can lose, but new system doesn't work well for me. Lost close to 100# 5 years ago with the points system that was in effect then. Thinking about getting out all the old materials & starting over again.
