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I'm fat. My tummy wobbles. My boobs jiggle. What do I wear?
OK. Here goes. I'm fat. I know I'm fat. I'm 5ft 6. 17.9 stone. Under-active thyroid, polycystic ovaries, fibromyalgia and more to the point; I've been a lazy cow for years. Blah blah blah - no excuses.
So I've been building up to running for a while. Gone from no exercise whatsoever, to walking the dog, to tonight for the first time in my life - running - part of the route anyway. (In the dark, so that no one would see me!)
What was immediately apparent was that the leggings I was wearing were not staying up over my massive wobbly belly. To say that my belly wobbled, is probably understating it slightly. It flopped up and down so much that my leggings fell down and I had to stop repeatedly to pull them back up again. To be fair slowing down/walking every now and again to try to stay decent was welcome, coz I was knackered!
I was expecting my 38G boobs to jiggle nicely - but I'd forgotten about my belly.
I have no idea what to wear on my feet either. I was wearing walking shoes tonight. But I suppose there must be some sort of running shoe for the fat lass at the back?
Help!
So I've been building up to running for a while. Gone from no exercise whatsoever, to walking the dog, to tonight for the first time in my life - running - part of the route anyway. (In the dark, so that no one would see me!)
What was immediately apparent was that the leggings I was wearing were not staying up over my massive wobbly belly. To say that my belly wobbled, is probably understating it slightly. It flopped up and down so much that my leggings fell down and I had to stop repeatedly to pull them back up again. To be fair slowing down/walking every now and again to try to stay decent was welcome, coz I was knackered!
I was expecting my 38G boobs to jiggle nicely - but I'd forgotten about my belly.
I have no idea what to wear on my feet either. I was wearing walking shoes tonight. But I suppose there must be some sort of running shoe for the fat lass at the back?
Help!
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Answers
Leggings - sorry, no idea!
Boobs – I’m no expert
but I’m told by those who are that a sports bra makes a huge difference.
I did see a good article about them a while ago, I’ll try to find a link and add it later.
If you’re concerned at being seen out in public running then parkrun (parkrun.org.uk/events) is the thing to do, you’ll be with a group of people who are supportive and some of them will have started like you. Don’t be put off by the racing snakes at the front, there will be people walking towards the back and a tail runner who’s job it is to be last so that you aren’t, you’ll be encouraged and if your local event is multiple laps it’s fine to start by doing 1 or 2 and working your way up to doing it all.
If you have doubts, read this – a report from someone similar to you. If you arrive at a parkrun and aren’t sure, have a chat with the organisers, they can introduce you to the tail runner and other slower runners/walkers, it might be scary week 1 but you’ll soon get used to it.
http://blog.parkrun.com/uk/2016/12/08/the-most-amazing-feeling/
Also have a look here http://toofattorun.co.uk/
Most of all, just get on and do it!
For the belly, a couple of options - you could try cycling bib shorts/leggings, which are a bit like a leotard with legs (try www.wiggle.co.uk), or perhaps a maternity bump band - I wore mine for a long time after my kids were born to stop all the loose bits wobbling.
And #3 for parkrun. It's amazing.
http://www.runnersworld.com/run-matters/tips-on-running-with-large-breasts?adbid=558768690158530560&adbpl=tw&adbpr=14882900&cid=social39285187
I'm also a generous size 14 with a backside & I have always found the lycra legging stuff just doesn't stay up. I opt for lycra based jogging bottoms or cropped ones with elasticated bits round the knees. If you're conscious of your tummy, just wear a long t-shirt. The most important thing is you're getting out there, what you wear should be comfortable, not fashionable.
Leggings etc - sports direct do loads of cheap running gear - leggings, tops etc. The leggings are good and stretchy, and the have a tie around the waist if you need it - so they will stretch over your tummy and stay up!
Agreed re Parkrun. So welcoming and supportive to runners of all ages and abilities.
Shoes - basically trainers. Sports direct again have a large selection labelled "running". If you've a running shop near you, you can go and have your running style analysed and have some shoes recommended, but the cynic in me thinks it won't be the cheap ones they're recommending!
I agree with Nessie - worn them for years and just can't find anything better. It's amazing the difference a good bra makes
. As for shoes I've always had feet issues so I go for max cushioning. Main thing is keep going and just enjoy yourself
> OK. Here goes. I'm fat. I know I'm fat. I'm 5ft 6. 17.9 stone. Under-active thyroid, polycystic ovaries, fibromyalgia and more to the point; I've been a lazy cow for years. Blah blah blah - no excuses.
> So I've been building up to running for a while. Gone from no exercise whatsoever, to walking the dog, to tonight for the first time in my life - running - part of the route anyway. (In the dark, so that no one would see me!)
> What was immediately apparent was that the leggings I was wearing were not staying up over my massive wobbly belly. To say that my belly wobbled, is probably understating it slightly. It flopped up and down so much that my leggings fell down and I had to stop repeatedly to pull them back up again. To be fair slowing down/walking every now and again to try to stay decent was welcome, coz I was knackered!
> I was expecting my 38G boobs to jiggle nicely - but I'd forgotten about my belly.
> I have no idea what to wear on my feet either. I was wearing walking shoes tonight. But I suppose there must be some sort of running shoe for the fat lass at the back?
> Help!
I have the same problem girl, trouble is I am a bloke :-)