Group: New Members Greet & Meet - Introduce yourself

New Members Greet & Meet - Introduce yourself
Created: 2011/12/31, Members: 1539, Messages: 27038

Officially introduce yourself to the community by sharing your goals, obstacles or accomplishments. Don't be shy.. we're all here for the same reason. The more support we share the easier it will be to reach our goals!

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christine1970
christine1970
Posts: 1
Joined: 2003/12/17
United States
2003/12/17, 03:29 AM
Let me start off by introducing my self. My name is christine, i am a 33yr old female born with a physical disablity called Spina Bifida. I walk with crutches and braces. i am really looking for support in losing weight. it's become really hard for me to walk since i have put on some weight any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. i am currently living in Budpest Hungary. thanks christine
agamble
agamble
Posts: 1,029
Joined: 2003/09/22
United States
2003/12/17, 06:33 AM
Hello Christine and welcome to ft. Diet and exercise are key to weight loss. A proper diet yields the greatest results coupled with moderate physical activity. Search the message boards for information on diets. There are many suggestions that will get you started in the right direction. As for exercise, you should be able to work your upper body, arms, shoulders, chest. This based on the information you have given. As for your lower body, do you perform any type of physical therapy related to your disability? If so, your physical therapist should be able to give you direction in that area. Please fill in your profile and maybe someone here can help with more specifics. If you are willing and dedicated you can make make progress to meet your weight loss goals. Hope this helps. Good Luck.
starbell
starbell
Posts: 279
Joined: 2002/11/13
Canada
2003/12/17, 02:49 PM
Hi christine, nice to see you moving ahead and creating a healthy lifestyle for yourself. LIke agamble suggested is the best route to take. Be sure to talk with your Doctor as well.