Body Image and Health

I am 5 foot 8ish, maybe 5 foot 9, and I am apparently overweight - I'm 183 lbs (BMI 28.7). I used to be so fit and I felt invincible - I would run cross country and log 8-13 miles a day and compete in jiu jitsu four days a week. In those days just a few years ago I was chiseled and 165-170 lbs with abs and an actual jawline and could run consistently for a long time. Now I'm here and I'm not satisfied with where I am. It's like I've forgotten what it takes to get in shape and stay that way. Can anyone help at all? Any advice?

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akindheart · 61-69, F

Yes I can. I enrolled in a doctors weight loss program. I started to put on weight too. first menopause for me, then i had knee surgery. Nothing i was doing was working. I stopped fast food, i stopped juices and artificial sugar. nothing helped. this is my second day of only eating protein and i honestly feel i am going to die but it will be worth it in the end