Meds are so horrible when it comes to weight issues. I was on one that put me in a size 16 (heaviest Ive ever been hands down). I told my Pdoc if he did not take me off them I would take myself off them. Once they were changed I went from a size 16 to a size 10 in nine months and Im still going down. (I no longer have the junk food cravings which in turn I eat healthier and I work out) So see if there can be a change that way.

I also found that yoga is my new friend. I made fun of people who did yoga. I was like, "come on, that's not working out" "all the sunshine and finding your happy spot....please." Ok Im eating my words. I was hooked after day one. It is a workout, gentle work out. (I actually started sweating! Really, I did!) I had a kink in my hip (due to weight and being out of shape) and its gone. It helps with your balance (which mine is very sad still) , stretches out kinks, strengthens your muscles, and Ive heard it has helped people actually lose weight. As far the "zippidee doo dah" stuff. Its actually not so bad. I learning to relax and breathe. To let go (even for a moment) of whats going on in my mind. Be open minded and give it a whirl......

Walking is my special outlet. I plug in my earphones and go! One day I had a really really bad day at work and for the first time ever walked two miles. (in like 30 minutes) I lost myself in music and walked. I thought I was going to die afterwards but I felts so good.

I hope I helped. Good luck.