Carolyn CordonWeight loss, my problem, your problem, society's problem
May 12th 2009 23:22
First things first – do you really have a weight problem?
We are constantly bombarded by images of stick thin models of perfection. These unreasonable pictures can set us (women) up for self-hate and a search for comfort (more in next chapter). Then there’s the guys with abs of steel that the blokes are supposed to aspire to.
These unrealistic images (often photo-shopped to within an inch of their lives) can be stressful if a person feels this is how they have to be and look to be loved/successful/happy. Reality check - real people have lumps and bumps and tummies and bums. You are a real person. The answer is to find out from your doctor what they feel is a reasonable weight level to aspire to for your own health.
Once you have the news from your doctor, it is time to work out how best to use that information. Did your doctor say you could do with losing a few kilos, and give some advice on what to do? Well then, that’s your job to do.
Did your doctor indicate you have a problem and you needed to exercise and eat a better diet. Well, go there. If exercise is going to be part of your plan towards better health, explore exercise options that interest you. There is no point signing up for gym classes if the thought of doing them fills you with dread. Start small, and build on it. Walking is a great way to lose weight and get fitter. It’s cheap, and almost everyone can do it.
Did you doctor tell you there is a severe issue with obesity and your life depends on you taking action now? Listen to your doctor. If this is the case for you, your doctor should give you lots of help and advice. This is a bigger issue than I can deal with here.
Ask your doctor. Get the facts, not the fables.
We are constantly bombarded by images of stick thin models of perfection. These unreasonable pictures can set us (women) up for self-hate and a search for comfort (more in next chapter). Then there’s the guys with abs of steel that the blokes are supposed to aspire to.
These unrealistic images (often photo-shopped to within an inch of their lives) can be stressful if a person feels this is how they have to be and look to be loved/successful/happy. Reality check - real people have lumps and bumps and tummies and bums. You are a real person. The answer is to find out from your doctor what they feel is a reasonable weight level to aspire to for your own health.
Once you have the news from your doctor, it is time to work out how best to use that information. Did your doctor say you could do with losing a few kilos, and give some advice on what to do? Well then, that’s your job to do.
Did your doctor indicate you have a problem and you needed to exercise and eat a better diet. Well, go there. If exercise is going to be part of your plan towards better health, explore exercise options that interest you. There is no point signing up for gym classes if the thought of doing them fills you with dread. Start small, and build on it. Walking is a great way to lose weight and get fitter. It’s cheap, and almost everyone can do it.
Did you doctor tell you there is a severe issue with obesity and your life depends on you taking action now? Listen to your doctor. If this is the case for you, your doctor should give you lots of help and advice. This is a bigger issue than I can deal with here.
Ask your doctor. Get the facts, not the fables.
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