It could be worthwhile to get a personal trainer. A lot of them are not that good but if you find one with a good recommendation it can be great especially if you want to lift heavy and build muscle mass without injury.

Looking forward to your updates, OP. I'm starting too!

Good luck! Change is possible. Check out these Instagrams: The Wonder Women, Joan MacDonald, Susan Nierbegall. Dr. Mark Hyman used to be skinny fat too. He looks great!

Good goals OP! You can do it!

Fighting!

Good luck OP!

Good luck! You will do great.

You can do it!

Good luck OP! You can do it - it just takes determination, and putting yourself first! Never feel bad about doing that

I am 4’11 and currently weight 123 lbs. as I mentioned in the other thread, I actually look pretty decent. A little chubby and have a slight belly but I would never have ever imagined the dire state of my metabolic health!

I am starting dietary and lifestyle changes that will hopefully bring down my body fat percentage in the 30% range to start.

I will focus on consuming lesser calories. Lots of protein and fiber, little to minimal processed carbs and sugars.

Cardio a few times a week.

Heavy lifting 3 times a week

Continue with barre 3 times a week.

Wish me luck!