Taking Care of Ourselves Begin by educating yourselves and those around you. There are many books and videos about body image. Insist that your doctor respect that you are the expert on your body. Doctors are there to assist you in improving your health, do not give up your rights because he or she has a degree. Don't use your weight as your measure of health.
Fitness is about the ability to move.
Good nutrition and regular exercise will improve your quality of life without having to watch the quantity of your body. Stop waiting until you lose weight to start enjoying your life. Make a list of ten things you would do if you really loved your body. Pick one and start doing it now. As you progress you can choose other things from the list.