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In reply to the discussion: I used to be fat [View all]TBF
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gained a lot of weight with the second baby (after being an athlete and not having these issues previously).
So, six years later I probably have 20 lbs. to go to be at a really good weight for my height. Still a little overweight w/BMI of 27, but so much better than it was.
Oddly it's been the onset of arthritis that has gotten me moving because I know it will be less pressure on my knees if I weigh less. Changing eating habits (incredibly important) and walking a lot have been my primary strategies.
But it's definitely difficult to lose weight when you get so heavy.
ETA - And in my case arthritis is the only other issue, others have things like diabetes or other medical issues that complicate matters further.