The pessimist maybe realist in me sees that you can grow in any environment, but then your capped depending on the environment you’re in.

I don't know much about that but please careful how you do it and if possible ask a trainer or physician or something. I have relatives in their late 20's that have knee issues and can't sit on the floor comfortably because they started working out heavy out of nowhere and they were winging it.

It’s a balance between hard working nature + being steady and focused so as not to get overwhelmed.

Try the Peloton app subscription. I think there is always a free trial available. I went from very little exercise to riding indoors almost everyday and loving it. There are a lot of different coaches, find whoever motivates you and matches your fitness style.

Start with a good stretch! And check out some of the HIIT for beginners on reddit. I've found that quite inspiring and something you can start at home if you want. But I've found going to excersize classes with a bunch of other people has been the best motivation for me.

Stationary bike can be the starting point. Set a timer for 5 minutes and just do it.As you increase your stamina, you can increase the time on it as well. Good luck

(I am 53m, 5'11" [1.8m])

Three years ago I was 295 lbs. (134 kg) It was the start of the pandemic, so I couldn't go to a gym or buy any equipment--and I didn't have anything.

I started slowly, setting a goal of 6000 steps per day and doing 30 minutes of a mostly body weight workout four days per week (Squats, knee pushups, elbow planks, and water bottle curls). The only change I made to my diet was to cut sugary drinks.

After a couple of months, I started working with a personal trainer and nutritionist over Zoom and chat, gradually increasing my step count, improving my diet (and not ever starving myself) with small, but regular changes that I could live with, and adding weights and exercises to my routine.

I ended up dropping to 192 lbs. (87 kg) in about eighteen months before gaining back about 22 lbs. (10 kg) of muscle (I'm currently up an additional 15 lbs./7 kg because of my seasonal affective disorder, but historically I drop that every spring).

tl;dr Incremental changes over a longer period got me to where I am happy with how I look and feel.

And the credit goes to you as well! Awesome job!

If you want to go hiking, I recommend to start walking a bit more if you don't do it already. This is so you train your muscles that you use when walking. Maybe finding a buddy is as it is the easiest way to do it with. You can also train your stamina with your home equipment, but where to start is different depending on your health and lifestyle.

the best start is with someone to give you motivation

Good advice for masochists. It also means getting beaten down over and over again.

I feel the same way... I really wish that I didn't care SO much what people think. It can be a real hinderance.

I'm very proud of you. And truly happy for you.

I’m convinced the submitter has no baby boomer family members.

Good grief.

And this is why I live a bitter life.

That's been the approach for 14 years now. Usually trying someone new isn't even my choice, I just get dumped.

You know it can grow through the grate, right?

I totally understand your PoV. This was my third attempt at seeing a professional. And I have been trying to get proper help since 2015. Finally it happened for me in 2022 but don’t give up and go for meds. They are lifesaver. I wish you all the best and if you want to talk then drop me a PM.

I started with therapy and after a few sessions she realised that I needed meds. So referred to me a psychiatrist who started me on a course and that got me instant relief. I mean it changed my life. I would say meds really make it easy for you to get out of this cycle

Maybe wait till the plant grows through the grate to post this. This isn’t saying what you are trying to say.

Cheers!

Me too! Me too

Cheers! I am happy to see so many people wishing me well.

Thanks a lot! I hope everyone gets the help needed and beat this cruel disease