[chloriform]

I am a 22 year old college student/ hair dresser from central florida. I have always wieghed heavy. But now its affecting my sex life with my fience who is heavy as well. We are both trying this diet/exersize thing together. We have desided just to cut calories and not limit or be picky about the food. Becuase I feel for myself that dieting is hard enough with out saying stuff like no bread or sugar. I just think that 1500 calories for me and my fience is a good start. He gained about 160lbs in 6 months. I need to get him to a doctor but he like most men is hesitant. I am about to buy an eleptial machine.. I am hesitant about this becuase most people I say that to are like your never going to use it.. But I know me I think I will use it.. I do not think I will go to the gym I have tried and I went once. I feel that if it is there i will hop on it.. I am going to start slow.. But if anyone has any advice it would be wonderfull... THank you so much in advance

[maegdaeien]

Welcome to 3FC! It's great that you and your guy can do this together; it definitely makes it easier when you have daily support like that. The only problem is making sure you don't copy each other's bad actions as well as good-- "Well, he had some ice cream so I should have some too!" But I think it's also a great idea to buy the machine. You can set it up right in front of the TV, and then you can work out while you watch your favorite shows!

Good luck, and I'm sure you'll both do great!

[Angel33]

Hi,
Be thankful that you have someone to take this journey with. I am married to a man who is 6'4" and about 175lbs. We have been together for the past 15 years and he has always been thin. I will say that he has been a great motivator. We purchased a treadmill, punching bag and an exercise mat. He has been more than willing to either work out with me or at least show me what I'm supposed to be doing.
Good Luck to you both!

Leec

[Flipsyde]

Glad to see someone close in my age on the board! I'm also new, and have had difficulty in the past with intimacy because of my weight. Although the guy I am seeing now is thin, he is very supportive and helpful in my journey to losing my weight. Having a buddy, especially one who will participate with you, is so helpful! I have quite a bit of weight to go, but I am very motivated to lose it. Good luck to you both, and let me know how it goes!