I started "smashing" last Tuesday 11/7. I'm at my heaviest weight at 360. I gained 50 pounds in the past year. Because I was basically bedridden from severe complications after a hysterectomy. The scars are fading away but the weight I gained wasn't.
Even at 315 which I was at for many years I was still able to work and enjoy life. I was actually a "fat supporter" for many years. I wanted to prove that I could do anything a thin person could.
But, now I am showing signs of severe health problems that obesity can cause for many people. I now have very high blood pressure 157/120 and severe pain in my legs and feet. And, then there is the back pain and shortness of breath. For the first time in my life I can't work 40 hours a week. I am struggling daily just to walk.
My body has now said ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. You DO have to lose weight or you will die.
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I am no longer a fat supporter. When you get older (I'm 41) your body will eventually start to lose it's strength because of the weight. I truly believe that because it's happening to me.
So, I have started FatSmashing and "I love it". I never thought in a million years that I could eat what we do on phase one and not give up after the first day. But "I AM DOING IT".
I didn't want to post on here until I knew that I was going to be able to do the diet. I've tried so many diets I really didn't have much hope that this one would work either. But, I wasn't even hungry!!!! that amazed me the most. I just kept eating more fruits or veggies and I was able to stay on track.
I am starting with a short term goal of 60 pounds and then will have 50 pound goals after that. I am excited and very commited to finally taking the weight off.
I look forward to sharing my successes with the group as well as offering support and encouragement to my fellow Fat Smashers.
Good Luck and Happy Smashing to you all!!!!