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I went to the doctor for a physical today. When I first started going to him I weighed 248 lbs. I have lost quite a bit of weight since then. I thought he would be pleased with my results. Instead he said I had a "long way to go." And I need to "concentrate on dropping this weight now" because once I hit 30 it just gets more difficult. I would admit that it is more difficult to drop weight as we age, but this guy is being a bit more aggressive that I would like. He told me he wants to see me at 140 by this time next year. I haven't weighed 140 since I was in elementary school, and at that time I was 5 ft tall. I think 140 is a lofty goal. My mom had gastric bypass is 2" shorter than me at 5'7" and weighs 155. I'm my own biggest critic by a long shot, but I think this guy is on drugs. I have never been in better physical or mental health in my life. I'm happy and healthy (while over weight) I run 12 miles a day and enjoy running, it's a release for me. I just don't know if I have an additional 54 lbs to lose.
AHHHH! so frustrated!! What do you all think?
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I read somewhere that a good rule of thumb is 100 pounds for the first 5 feet in height, and then 5 pounds for each inch after that. So, you are 5-9 that would be 145. The doctor is overly optimistic, but they say that the less you eat, the longer you will live. I use a fat measuring scale, which says I am 40% fat, maybe if you can figure out your percent of fat you can have the goal of 25% fat which is on the high side of what women should have. Good Luck!
16 Jul 09 by member: abbadabba
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I think u need a new dr. lol. I think thats a lil much. I can understand if u were 5'4. I think u r doing a great job and keep up the good work despite what the dr say. I have learned that not all drs know best. Whats important is that u r happy. GOOD LUCK!
16 Jul 09 by member: ms_michelle
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Hey Courtney! How did it go with calling momma?
22 Jul 09 by member: Butterfly30
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Thanks for asking Butterfly. She was so happy to hear from me. She said she thought I forgot about her :( I'm going to do better to call her more often, but I sometimes have to wonder if her phone only recieves calls, because she never calls me. lol Either way your insight has inspired me to do better. Thanks girl!
22 Jul 09 by member: Courtney26
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Aw...You a so welcome Courtney! I am glad to know that you called momma! Yeah and sometimes I wonder that same about family and friends. The phone does work both ways!!!LOL Smile...
22 Jul 09 by member: Butterfly30
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