Starting out over 80 pounds to lose!

Hi, im starting with about 80-100 pounds to lose! Need support!! haha. btw my profile pic isnt me its my thinspiration! i'm 22 from the uk and today i've eaten stirfry (proud!) needing cheap exercise ideas, planning on stopping taking the lift to my flat (i'm 8th floor!!!) I run my own business so i spent A LOT of time at the computer sat on my size 18 back end snacking on rubbish and ordering meals from my local takeaway... which does 18" pizzas for £10 might i add! Temptation's a b***h! ;) looking for all the friends and support i can get! xxx
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  • Locagirl87
    Locagirl87 Posts: 14 Member
    Heck yea girl you can do it! I'll add you so we can motivate each other. I'm looking to lose 80 lbs as well!
  • charlotte251
    charlotte251 Posts: 14 Member
    It's daunting isn't it? haha.. we can get it off!
  • sean_borth10
    sean_borth10 Posts: 1 Member
    I'm right there with yall, trying to lose the 80 pounds and i just started. It's scary....but I keep picturing myself at my goal weight, and it keeps me motivated. Good luck to the both of you!
  • Trying to loose 60 pounds now . It took me almost 3 years to loose 55 pounds and I really don't wanna wait an other 3 years for those other 60 I need off . One of my Facebook friend finally lost 75 total in like 10 months and she did it all counting the calories on this app so I decided to try it !!! You can all do it girlz as long as you go on this app 3 times a day n be sure to not pass ur calories ur fine n if you do , put some music on and cardio danse n jump for 30 minuts !
    I've lost 2 lb on this so far
  • AmandaMMeister
    AmandaMMeister Posts: 26 Member
    I'm in the same boat! But I am proud to say that I am down 19.6lbs. I have many more to lose but its a start! MFP is great to get motivated and I love connecting with other people who are also needing to lose lots of weight!
  • charlotte251
    charlotte251 Posts: 14 Member
    I'm in the same boat! But I am proud to say that I am down 19.6lbs. I have many more to lose but its a start! MFP is great to get motivated and I love connecting with other people who are also needing to lose lots of weight!

    19.6lbs? That's super precise!! Haha.. that's brilliant though! It's at least a dress size right? :smile:
  • areallycoolstory
    areallycoolstory Posts: 1,680 Member
    Nice to meet you. That is a gorgeous pic of your future self:-) I have about 120 pounds to lose. Wow... that was hard to write. I've been logging in and staying within my calories for 19 days now, and I am feeling great about it. You asked for cheap exercise ideas. The cheapest are obviously walking and running. I actually joined a gym. I had a great workout in a hotel room last weekend doing the circuit training stuff I do at my gym. I just picked six exercises, and I did as many repetitions as I could of sets of 12 of each for 30 minutes. You might do something like that if you are trying to workout inexpensively. My workout at the hotel included stuff like 12 squats, 12 push ups (used the nightstand), 12 jumping jacks... I also did lunges back and forth across the room twelve times. The lunges took the longest. I think I managed 3 reps of all six exercises in 30 minutes. Then I jogged back and forth in my room for 20 minutes. It was actually a pretty good workout almost as good as I get at my gym. They don't have machines. You just do body weight stuff. Good for you for getting started on this exciting journey :-)
  • drnisley
    drnisley Posts: 13 Member
    Anyone of you can add me if you want. I just started back up and looking to lose 80 lbs as well. Already in my first 8 days back and have lost 1.6 lbs. Good luck to all of you.
  • charlotte251
    charlotte251 Posts: 14 Member
    Nice to meet you. That is a gorgeous pic of your future self:-) I have about 120 pounds to lose. Wow... that was hard to write. I've been logging in and staying within my calories for 19 days now, and I am feeling great about it. You asked for cheap exercise ideas. The cheapest are obviously walking and running. I actually joined a gym. I had a great workout in a hotel room last weekend doing the circuit training stuff I do at my gym. I just picked six exercises, and I did as many repetitions as I could of sets of 12 of each for 30 minutes. You might do something like that if you are trying to workout inexpensively. My workout at the hotel included stuff like 12 squats, 12 push ups (used the nightstand), 12 jumping jacks... I also did lunges back and forth across the room twelve times. The lunges took the longest. I think I managed 3 reps of all six exercises in 30 minutes. Then I jogged back and forth in my room for 20 minutes. It was actually a pretty good workout almost as good as I get at my gym. They don't have machines. You just do body weight stuff. Good for you for getting started on this exciting journey :-)

    The circuit training at home is such a great idea!!!!! And yeah i know how you feel having a big goal... hearing women say things like 'oh i really need to lose 7lbs for summer' and you're just there like... I WISH!! haha may have to start the circuit! x
  • My name is Marti and I have about 60 pounds to lose. I was down to 160, which I thought made me look great.... But being in a relationship and getting comfortable left me open to getting back up to 230 pounds.......now that I'm newly single i want to change my life and focus on me again. Add me if you like
  • I'm Mike Chang
  • sandraallangrimes
    sandraallangrimes Posts: 23 Member
    Hi I am in for the long haul too. I started MFP Jan 1st, down 24.8 pds so far. I would love to have Any motivational friends to help and help me get through this journey. I look forward to the day when I reach a comfortable weight with myself.
  • I also have 100 lbs to lose. Doing good so far. Been on for two weeks :). Anyone can add me also :)
  • joylevelup
    joylevelup Posts: 63 Member
    feel free to add me. the motivation and support from friends is helping me.
  • Word, add me that's a good idea. I'm gonna find an inspiration photo good luck
  • Miss_james1990
    Miss_james1990 Posts: 214 Member
    Hey all feel free to add me :) always looking for new friends with nice big goals :) I had about 60 lbs to lose as you can see lost some of it :) but still some to go x
  • Here we are all at the first/beginning steps of a BIG journey -not necessarily a long one.

    I love the idea of the 8th floor walk- up Charlotte 251 - it then becomes essential to walk up the stairs every day. Even if you have to stop 20 times, whether you are carrying stuff or not, and soon those eight flights will be doing amazing things to your tush!

    You run your own business? This will be easy! We are here for you!
  • aquamarina_182
    aquamarina_182 Posts: 119 Member
    Hi All!

    I have been on MFP on and off...i'm dedicated to stick to it this time. I want to lose 40 pounds...my goal is 140 pounds. I almost cried when my fav jeans didnt go past my thighs, but I will wear them again! I also started the 30 day shred and I'm on level 2, it's hard but I'm trying my best to stay motivated. :)
  • Body_4_Life
    Body_4_Life Posts: 23 Member
    Also looking to lose 80Lb+ on week 1 and from the U.K.

    With the support of this group I'm sure you will be very successful so good luck
  • DuneSeaNomad
    DuneSeaNomad Posts: 68 Member
    I am from the States and have 191 pounds left on my 200 pound to lose goal. Would love some more friends to kick some butt with.
  • mela1314
    mela1314 Posts: 5 Member
    I think this app is great it makes you realise what you are putting into your body. I'm also from the UK and find it especially hard at night time. I always want to binge on chocolate or biscuits anything sweet. Let's all help each other. There are loads of exercises that you can do in the comfort of your own home.
  • Jim_G30
    Jim_G30 Posts: 72 Member
    I am also UK based and on here every day. Anyone can add if they want.....
  • evitamac
    evitamac Posts: 22 Member
    edited February 2015
    Hi there!!! I've lost 75lb so far and I need to lose the final 15. I'm on a Paleo diet for the last couple of years. I am not starving, my portions are more than satisfying and I couldn't be happier! Also I work out at least 5 times a week! So what I am saying is you can do it and you will do it!!! Stay focused and commited!
    And don't let family and friends tempt you. I remember all these times that my friends or family were insisting on me having a piece of that delicious cake they made because "ah, it's one time it's ok", or some deep fried spicy chicken wings, or something else and they always INSIST and you know what? It feels great saying NO! And it feels even greater next day when you are like YEAAAAAAAAAAH!!! I didn't fall in the trap! There is always going to be an excuse for cheating - someone's bday, a family reunion, valentine's day, a girls night out, there is always something but I say we need to always stay focused on our goals coz at the end trust me it will feel soooooooooooo good!I didn't eat this crap! I used to eat 1.5 family pizza ALONE and then I would no be able to move for hours. Now I don't even eat pizza. I mean ever. WE CAN DO IT!
  • jendan515
    jendan515 Posts: 8 Member
    Looking to lose 100 lbs as well
  • 1_meatball
    1_meatball Posts: 21 Member
    I'm have 58lb to go, lost 12 already.
    I don't think wow that's a big number , I think of it in half stone blocks. This weekend I should be at 2 of my blocks
    Just another 8 to go.
    Once I make a stone I'm going to treat me to something nice.
    Not a meal or clothes but something as recognition of the milestones I have passed.
    I lost 50lb before then complacency set in.
    That won't happen again.
    I'm Paul, based in UK. Feel free to add me

    Good luck all
  • I hear you!! Looking to lose 40+ pounds. I am down 10 pounds in a week and half though! Just by counting calories and watching what I put in my mouth! It was even my birthday yesterday and I splurged and had a piece of cake. No weight loss today, but it's ok. Let's do this!! It's not easy, but so worth it!!
  • megginanderson
    megginanderson Posts: 276 Member
    I successfully lost 80 pounds since the birth of my son. Its been a long process but its a lifestyle not a quick fix, right?
    Id love to help keep motivated!
  • I am new on this app, also looking to lose 80-100 lbs. I'd love to support you guys!
  • ughbrit
    ughbrit Posts: 51 Member
    Hi there!

    My goals are a little different. I am also looking to lose 50-60lbs but of fat! I am most concerned on getting my body fat percentage lowered and into a healthy (and hot!) range.Losing fat and maintaining lean muscle is the most important.

    I started my lifestyle change on January 5th and am down 9.5lbs of fat and a total of 12.4lbs from eating healthy foods, tracking, and exercising daily (walking, rock climbing, hiking, and now I've begun the Couch to 5k program).

    My biggest piece of advice is that there is no such thing as motivation or willpower. It is dedication and habits.

    Please feel free to add me!