My name is Shawn (female) and I have struggled with weight loss since hitting my late 40s. It is frustrating, depressing and shameful. I have always maintained a healthy weight and looked good until now. And for the last two years, I have gained 30 pounds! My job use to be exciting and keep me moving, but after COVID hit, I've spent a lot of time at my desk in a hostile atmosphere. I no longer feel like I am a useful part of the team as my boss is not supportive and a micromanager. I basically sit at my desk and keep my head down to avoid confrontation. Our entire office feels this way. AND we have all gained some weight. I'm looking for some support and conversation to help keep me motivated to focus on being healthy again. I've tried EVERY diet on the planet and nothing works (Optavia, South Beach, Keto, etc.). My son wants our mother-son dance to be hip hop and fun (I use to teach Zumba) and I have made up a routine in my head. I just need to find time to practice and hopefully not pass out while doing so. Any encouragement and conversation is welcome!

Hi im new and want to lose weight

Hi Mrs.Shawn. I'm sorry you have to be in that type of work environment and hope it gets better or you are granted a better job opportunity else where to where you no longer have to work there. But I noticed your post and the fact that you taught dance stuck out to me so I couldn't help but reply. My name is Imani and I too have gained weight, 40 pounds to be exact. But I too had taught dance but to younger kids when I worked at a daycare prior to the pandemic. But now I work from home, which is one of the reasons I picked up the weight.