Recovering from a sports injury has completely thrown off my fitness routine, and the pounds have crept up fast. Before, staying active was how I kept everything in check, but now with limited mobility, I'm realizing how hard it is to manage weight with just diet alone. Anyone been in a similar situation? How do you stay in control of your weight when your physical activity is restricted? Open to new tools or strategies that actually work.
Posted by kexiha89 (Member # 38427) on :
That’s a tough position to be in. When movement becomes limited, appetite control becomes even more important—and that’s where I found semaglutide really helpful. It’s a prescription medication that helps regulate hunger and slows digestion, so you feel full longer. I first started using it after a shoulder surgery left me inactive for weeks. You can buy semaglutide https://www.audeotherapy.com/semaglutide-online/ online now through reputable telehealth platforms, which makes the process easier and private. It won’t replace exercise, but it really supports healthier habits during recovery.
Posted by catarit (Member # 38429) on :
Totally relate to this. Had to scale back workouts after an ankle issue and noticed similar changes in weight. Following this conversation closely—these insights are genuinely helpful. Thanks for sharing all this.
Posted by moorzy (Member # 38664) on :
Even with an injury, always try to find ways to keep moving and staying active. Activities may look and seem minor, but they can add up over time, contributing to increased calorie expenditure and helping you to maintain a healthy weight.
Posted by ttomz (Member # 38663) on :
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Posted by Oncaneess (Member # 38444) on :
I sympathize, injuries are always a challenge, especially when you're used to an active lifestyle! 💪 I was in a similar situation after a knee injury: my mobility dropped and my weight started to increase. Several things helped:
Portion control - I used a calorie-counting app to avoid overeating. Light exercise - I did what the doctor allowed (like stretching or sitting exercises). Protein diet - helped me stay full longer. If you're interested, here's an article with nutrition tips for limited activity - there are a lot of practical ideas . How are you coping now? Maybe you've already found something that works?
Posted by Louishyatt (Member # 38833) on :
I had to take a long break from running after a knee injury, and it was a mental challenge as much as a physical one. What helped me most was shifting focus from intense workouts to small, consistent habits—like mindful eating, tracking meals (even just loosely), space waves and doing chair-based or low-impact movements like resistance band work or water exercises when I could manage.
