Great idea, there is so much doom mongering.  I'm 5' 7" and 140 lbs.  That puts my BMI in the middle of the green band so I'm very happy with it.  I don't really diet, just take care what I eat and it helps that I like fruit and vegetables.  Last year I started regular exercise and I do 25 minutes every morning.  I thought people my age were supposed to talk to their doctor before taking up exercise but I didn't bother.  I'm 64 and I'm just starting to learn about flirting.

Keeping in shape is good for you, in body and mind. I cycle around 50-60 miles a week. and it makes a big difference to me.would like to go swimming as well but i dont quite have the confidence to wear a swimming costume just yet.

I don't have the confidence to wear a swimming costume while I'm pre-op!  I'll get there.

Quote from: Cindy on September 16, 2013, 05:09:06 AM
One reason for this thread is that obesity kills more trans*people than any other factor. OK obesity is a world problem, but it is a major problem for both FtM and MtF.

I sort of love all of you guys and gals and I don't want to lose any of you!!!

Yeah well I took you to a bit of task-- but not too much. There are a lot more of you gals than us guys! But T is hard on the bp and cholesterol (and also weight). I have lost a bit of weight but really don't need to lose so much. I am also doing exercise and eating properly. The only pure fats I eat is olive oil. And eat mostly chicken, turkey, or fish (red meat very lean cuts). Also doubled the amt of veggies and eat more fruit as well. It's nothing extreme. The kind of diet everybody should be on!

I don't wear a swim suit but more as I haven't had top surgery (Oct 29!!!).

--Jay