I NEED A KICK IN THE BUTT!

Hi guys, I know I am going to get slammed. But maybe that is what I need to get going. I read the post's of everyone walking a 100 miles a week (not really a 100!!) And I feel so ashamed of myself I have lost 94lbs since surgery (10/13/03). I know I should be exercising and watching what I eat, for some reason I just can't get the motivation to do it! I feel great, so I know I should get off my dead a$$ and do some walking or SOMETHING. I always make excusses for not doing it. Now, I am pretty good about the eating. I stay away from bread, high fatty food and sugar. Does anyone have any motivation suggestions? BESIDES the obvious; this wonderful gift I have been given. Is there anyone else out there going through this? Thanks Renita 323/229

A kick in the butt, indeed, I think not! You know this new journey we're on is not an overnight fix. Like you I have trouble exercising (old habits die hard) but I watch what I eat and walk at work and other places. You're doing great, almost 100lbs since October! Be proud of yourself, stand tall and be your best and if you don't make it to the gym, then there's always tomorrow. I've lost 130 lbs since my surgery 10/21 and I have my moments in the sun and glory and then some not so graceful moments; everyday is a new discovery and everyday I challenge what I can and move forward. Good luck on your continued journey to the new you. Bill

Renita, If there is any kicking to be done it wont come from me. I also do not exercise like I was told to. NO TIME... I am doing great at the weight loss and my body fat is going down not the muscle as my doc checks it every time I see him to "make sure" I am loosing the right stuff. Some of us live an active life and some don't. I am on the go constantly with my job and family. You have lost a tremendous amount of weight in 6 months. You seem to be feeling great. Take pride in those accomplishments and get off the guilt trip because you're not exercising. I'll bet that when you get below 200 you will feel more like "moving that body". I just recently "climbed a mountain... for real... a mountain". I hiked up to the Appalachian Trail. I never could have done that 6 months ago. I used to have so much joint pain it was a chore getting out of bed in the morning. I tracked up that mountain like it was nothing. Promise... it will get better and you will feel like doing more in a few more pounds. Don't beat yourself up over it... you are doing just fine. Take Care... Judy Lap RNY 10/13/03 233/158/130

No Butt kicking from me the most unmotivated person here on some days I am so surprised when the scale moves. Kathy Glad you posted this I don't feel so bad anymore.

Fellow inconsistent october buddy here! I exercise like a friggin' maniac, then...NOTHING! How can I kick your butt when i won't lift a foot to kick my own!

Hey Renita we all get down and out sometimes the most important thing is that you acknowledged there's an exercise problem. Start off slow just walking around the block a few times and then go from there. Set yourself up on a schedule and try and stick to it. I get up at 5am M-F just to get on the treadmill for 45 minutes. Thats the only time of the day that I have to exercise because I am a full time student (19 credits this quarter) and I have 4 children so you know my days can be hectic. But if I don't get up 1 day out of the week I don't get mad I just make sure that I don't get lazy. Also you can check and see if there is some sort of walk club in your neighborhood or at your local mall. I met a WLS man that was less than a year out and he had lost about 135 pounds and was nice and toned and the only exercise that he got was going to the YMCA swimming for an hour 3 times a week. I sure wish I could fit that in my schedule. But anyway just start off slow and don't compare yourself to others and you will be fine.

I have to DITTO the other responses. I, too, am like you! I havent exercised YET, either. I'm always going to "Tomorrow.".... and still waiting! I feel shame because the weight is dropping off and I am looking good but I need to fully utilize this 'tool' by doing my part and exercise, if only a walk around the block or getting on my exercise bike (that's in the corner den getting dusty)! So, after someone kicks your butt, kindly send it to my AZZ, too!.....LOL

I knew I could count on my WLS family to back me.....LOL THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Ya'll are so kind, I do feel better.Thank you for being honest about your own situation.I told myself this morning, it is time to get it together. I have to start or I am going to look like ELASTIC WOMAN!!!!! LOL. Take care~Renita