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Obesity can lead to many problems, most of which have recently become manageable thanks to advances in technology and social acceptance. To tackle any issue that plus-size individuals face, we have to uncover the underlying problem I have a good friend whose neck is a veritable skin tag forest. His excessive weight causes him a …
Our own habits are hard to notice. The way we walk is, by definition, habitual, but since we all walk the same, no one pays attention to the average gait. Fat people have a slightly curved gait that sometimes turns into a waddle. Have you noticed this and wondered why fat people don’t walk straight? …
Plenty of prejudices surround fat people, and most of them are negative—one of the positive ones used to be the perception of strength. Everyone expects that the fat bald guy with a beard is actually hiding some secret woodsman strength. This is at odds with the social media culture of pushing lean and well-defined physiques …
For obese individuals, not many physical activities are inclusive because of their fitness requirements. Running seems to be one where overweight people are cheered on and encouraged despite being at a disadvantage. And one of the best ways to tackle a physical challenge is to sign-up for a 5k. But what is a good starting …
Donating blood saves lives, but not everyone gets this privilege. Some people don’t have a healthy-enough blood sample, while others have weight issues that make the loss of blood a liability for the donor. You might wonder (as I did) where obese people fall on this spectrum. You can donate blood if you are obese …
I never do anything small. It drives my wife nuts. If I’m dieting, you better believe I’m eating nothing but a handful of almonds every day. But if I’m not dieting? You better get to Papa John’s before I do or you’re not getting anything. Moderation just doesn’t work for me. So when I decided …
“You are not your body…” said every health coach ever. I disagree. In fact, if I could, I would punch them in the face. O at least, verbally….with patience and kindness. Why? Because they’re wrong. Or, at least, they’re telling a harmful half-truth. For years, millions of women have been told that they have worth …
There is almost nothing as amazing as taking a walk outside, taking a short run, or maybe just sitting in a park to breathe in the smells of nature. Unfortunately, if you are morbidly obese, you may have forgotten just how amazing all of these experiences can truly be. If you are only starting to …