Helping My Dad get on a Healthier Track
By neededhope
@neededhope (1085)
United States
July 14, 2011 9:13pm CST
The other day I had a revelation of me needing to help my dad losing some weight and get a bit healthier. I started thinkin of my nephew in 20 years from now where would I be. And than I started thinkin about my dad. And started realizing that he may not have that long of a life because of his weight. It hit me so shockingly on my heart I could not not listen to it.
So I talked to dad about my concerns. And he was actually willing to try and change. I told him if he helps me lose weight and keep on it I'll help him. We kind of need to push each other and we'll make it.
So it's a long start but it's something. I love my dad and don't want him to be taken from me so early in life like my grandfather was with me when I was about 13. I don't want that for our children nor my nephew.
Its been a few days and so far so good. Just gonna take time.
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4 responses
@catof1 (683)
• United States
15 Jul 11
That is a very good idea. My dad still has two kids in the house we range from 12 to 38. It's funny how we are spread out. My brother (15) and sister(12) lives with them and I am over there all the time to help out. My dad and and us kids go and bike ride every sat. NOw I may not be able to go as far as they can all of the time, but we do go. And during the week we do a lot too. In the fall we do even more physical work. My dad is turning 60 in the fall and it has put me in for a loop. Im 31 and just can not fathom life without either of my parents and I know I'm going to be a mess if I already freak out about it. Good luck
@neededhope (1085)
• United States
15 Jul 11
Yea it freaks me out now and he's just in such bad shape for being 55. I'm gonna turn 30 this year so kind of just feel that need to say 'hey dad I love ya but i'm worried bout ya'
He was so understanding maybe cause he didn't want me to cry cause I was tearing up telling him. Or maybe he's concerned himself. Either way I'm happy he's willing to try. As long as I keep there as his backbone. Just hope it doesn't stop after a week and just keeps going.
@catof1 (683)
• United States
15 Jul 11
Ya I know what you mean. There are going to be days and weeks that are kinda slow, but as long as you at the very least walk and watch the food intake and what type it should work. The deal is to slowly work your self into it,esp if he is out of shape. It could be more harmfull to do a lot of exersise and with the extra weight. A reclining bike would be great for him to as well as a pool.
@neededhope (1085)
• United States
16 Jul 11
I completely agree. But unforunately we don't have any of those to use. So.. the best thing would be is walk. It's the #1 most effect fitness that keeps you to it. Right now we aren't exercising as of yet. But we are drinking the water as much as we can get. This week than next week I'm gonna try to get us to go for a walk at least 3 times for an hour each time. I think with conversation this shouldn't be so bad I hope :) But of course depends on how my dad feels I don't want him to over due it. That would go the opposite direction than what we are doing.
@ladym33 (10979)
• United States
15 Jul 11
I wish you and your father both a lot of progress with your weight loss efforts. It is good you are teaming up and have each other to lean on. I recently lost 18 pounds because I found out I was diabetic. The doctor says if I lose 15 more that I can probably go off all of my meds because I will be within my ideal body weight then. I just basically stopped my afternoon chocolate habit, I limit my carbs, and I work out every day. I wish you guys the best.
@neededhope (1085)
• United States
16 Jul 11
I know it's gonna be hard sticking to it but I also know in the long run it'll be worth the effort. This coming week we are gonna start the fitness part or so my plans are. Hoping he's game for that I know we both could use the physical activity.
@bounce58 (17385)
• Canada
19 Jul 11
I think this is wonderful!
My dad is half way around the world. And as much as I want to do healthy things with him, it's just physically impossible.
It's great that you will be there for him. I just wish my kids would be the same way when I grow older, and go to the heavier side.
@SIMPLYD (90721)
• Philippines
15 Jul 11
That's the nicest thing that you can do for you dad - helping him lose weight.
Sometimes, we only realize how much longer we want to be with a person, when we see their lives at risk. Hence, at the earliest, we must make sure that each and everyone of you in the family should be healthy in order for your all to enjoy each other longer.
Keep up helping you dad in losing weight. You are his inspiration!
