Hi,

I feel a little silly asking this, but when I walk fast I seem to have less control over my bladder and have experienced some mild leaking. I would really like to start running a little but am afraid to pursue this..I am a 48 year old female and have been on the program since 3/31 with great success with weight loss and the excercise piece. I'm wondering if this sympton would be worth a visit to the doctor?

Thanks for any advice.

Hi twr1959,

Do not feel silly at all.  Urinary incontinence- in many forms - is actually quite common in female athletes, especially long-distance runners.  I wouldn't let this issue keep you from beginning a running program, but you may want to let your doctor know just for peace of mind.  One thing he/she may suggest is Kegal exercises ( to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor) for greater control. 

Congratulations on your success with the program so far, that is such an accomplishment. 

Keep me posted on what the doctor says. 

Good Luck,

Paul

 Deartwr1959,

Keep on exercising!  If you want a little extra security why not try using one of those "Poise" pads?  If you are embarrassed buying them you can always order online at like, "Drugstore.com" or one of those types of sites.  From what I understand they have good prices, run specials, and have free shipping over a certain amount - oh... DUH... I'm going to go check right now if they have the Alli capsules! - Good luck.

Peace,

Roey. 

The Alli 120 refill bottle is $64.99 at drugstore.com.  They have free shipping on orders over $25.  they have a $5. coupon.

Peace,

Roey. 

Hi Roey,

Thanks for being so encouraging to your fellow alli users.  Your advice and suggestions are very helpful, I'm sure.  You are correct that stopping the exercise should not be an option.  It's important to persever.

I hope the program is going well for you.

Good Luck,

Paul

Dear Paul,

Thanks for the post.

I've been maintaining, but am now looking forward to breaking through the plateau and continuing the weightloss.  I had my "Oral Defense" and Master of Arts Thesis Exhibition and passed!  It's taken me five years to finish grad school, but it's finally over (except for the "Pomp and Circumstance")  This will be a big change, and I'm looking forward to closing that chapter and beginning a new one.  My schedule will be much more stable and it will be easier to fit the meal planning and grocery shopping into the week.  (That's a major obsticle for me.)  

Peace,

Roey. 

Hi Roey,

Good for you!  I'm so glad to hear the great news about school.  What an accomplishment. 

You've got the right attitude, too.  Now that you are closing that chapter of your life, it's time to really dig in and break through the plateau.  I know you can be at your very best physical shape this year, and that's what you need to continuously aim for.  Once you get into a routine of meal planning, working out and generally being healthy, it will get easier.  Keep me posted and let me know if you have any fitness questions along the way.

 Good Luck,

Paul