Calling all Women! Let's lose 20 lbs. by March 2016! Who's with me?! Svelte by Spring!

jerrickarencher

I would like to join. I went to the doctor Thursday and I weight 216 and I'm 5'4

KylaAlison

Hello!!
I'm Kyla and you can count me in!
My SW was 290
My CW is 258
My GW (for this challenge) is 235
Good luck to everyone, let's kick some assistance!

Rabidrunner

Count me in too! I'm currently 141 and change (started a couple weeks back at 148), and looking to get down to 120. For whatever reason I got the bug to get cracking before Christmas and I'm so glad I did. I'm even planning on keeping up my running schedule right through Christmas... Taking my running gear with me while we visit family!

sunnyd77

Can I join in??
I'm 38, married to a chef (blessing and a curse!!), and just had our first baby girl 5 months ago.
We also lost my husband's mom to pancreatic cancer last month and started our next chapter this week - me: breadwinning mom and husband: stay at home dad. The last few months have been the most joyful (new baby), miserable and sad (mom in laws illness and death) and confusing (going back to work).
I'm 5'5" and 204 lbs as of this morning. I gained 55 lbs with my pregnancy and its slllllllow to come off with all that's happened. I'm seriously considering the 21 day fix, but only if my husband does it too. He has about 80 lbs to lose but is grieving and he knows too much about food, he gets in his own (and my) way by being able to make so much deliciousness...which is comforting at the time but...you know.;)
Happy to meet you all, lets do this!!!!!!!!!!!

Soccergurl1987

Can I join? I'm 5'5, and weigh 146. I've put on 25ish pounds over the last couple years and would like to get back down to 120-125 but am really struggling to find the motivation. This group seems like the perfect place to help get that extra kick to start

doodleswithpencils

I'm very new to MFP but I'd like to join the group. I need directions to how to join the official group though. I'm currently 147 lbs at 5'3", having lost and gained several times, frustratingly, and I'm trying a few new strategies to lose and keep it off this time - not going completely black and white on food groups, for one thing (even though i believe dairy and grains are a problem for me - I just haven't been able to stay off them completely, so I'm trying for moderation), plus bringing my Exercycle back in from the garage (lol) and joining MFP. A 20 lb loss would be nice, but my initial goal is 130lb.
About me, briefly, I'm a mom of three ranging from preschool to highschool, yes I did that to myself. I live in New Zealand (yes I am a LotR fan OF COURSE) but come from Africa and spent a year in the States once. I think a group is a great idea. I'm currently sat on my Exercycle craving pizza

mcespi1

am 5'7 weighing 111kg dont know what that is in pounds and def too early to start. I am a health visitor with RGN background. married mother of 2. i am currently on the fivetwo lifestyle.

mcespi1

well Google says 111kg is 244 pounds

krepanie

I'd like to join as well. I can't find the group...

I am 36, married, homeschool mama to 4 little chicks. I am 5'3" and weigh around 160 right now. I was down to about 145 a year ago, so I am pretty frustrated with myself for that gain. I had been exercising really frequently until about a month ago, due to schedule changes in our day. I find that when I exercise I eat much better.

I would like to get back on track to being healthy, and making better choices. I realize with my daily demands that I NEED to be healthy to complete my tasks well...and I'd like to fit into my clothes again.

melissadootkennedy

Would love to join! Already motivated by your determination during the holiday looking for like minded ladies for some accountability and motivation!!

Cosborne02

I'll give it a try!!

slenderizeme

Please add me to the group!

TEACH1961

I'm in!!! I'm kindergarten teacher and find it difficult to keep up with my kinders. I am 5"3" and weigh 202 lbs. I desperately need friends to keep me in check. I look forward to meeting friends to help each other.

KikiBerry

Hey Yall! This seems like it will be active and fun! I'd love to join!

Occupation: Military (currently deployed)
Fave Color: The HOTTEST of Hot Pinks you can find
Family Stats: Married, 2 Daughters (10 & soon to be 6!)
Body Stats: 5'3 / 150
Goal: 125

I'm a weight lifter and a ACE certified personal trainer. I'm looking to cut body fat and continue on with a healthy lifestyle. I look forward to getting to know you all.
I weigh daily but I use Sunday as my baseline day to start my week.

ere89

I'm in.

KUAngie

I'd like to be added to the group.

I am 40 and have two kids- 10yo and 7yo.
I am 5'4 and weigh 178 (down 10 pounds now). I don't fit in any of my clothes, even my scrubs are tight!
I am an RN- cardiac ICU and cardiac clinic.
I finally dusted off my treadmill in the basement and am doing a running interval program.
I would like to get back to training by a fall half marathon (hopefully!)

KikiBerry

Can someone post the name of the Group here.. If there was one created? Or confirm that we are going to use this thread.. Lol

Thanks y'all!

dollbbylove

Hi I'm Lee Lee. I'm 25 years old. Initially started at 213.5 and I am down to 206.5 within a week! I'm so excited to be back on MFP, it keeps me organized. I am technically consider obese for my height but I don't look like but I certainly feel it. I cannot workout mainly due to knee injuries and arthritis, however, I walk a mile for about 4 days a week. I'm always interested in supporting and motivating others, so feel free to add me!

A little about me:
I'm bettering myself physically & spiritually! Only because I know God would want me to take better care of my temple!
Occupation: I work in an Engineer Department as well as owner of two business.
Favorite Color: Brown
Favorite Store to shop in: Sprouts
Favorite Hobbies: Rollerblading, games, painting, and writing
An interesting fact: I was a cheerleader in college

pk1387

Hey!! I accepted or joined ur group but I have no idea how to access it or talk to you guys, I did horribly this weekend and today. Weekends are the worst for me, it's like yay, eat Wtvr Ur want bc it's the weekend and with the holidays approaching. FML. Any thoughts?

RedSavvy10

I'd like to join!!

My name is Erica, I'm 24, and I'm a single mother to a wild, crazy, handsome 2 year old boy.

I'm currently 186 lbs @ 5' 4", my ultimate goal is 130.

sarkrisd

I asked to join the group, but I haven't heard anything. Are you still accepting new members?

gohawkeyes2426

I'm in!! I am 27, 5'7" 187. I want to lose 40-45 pounds. I am giving myself a year so I don't get down on myself because even losing one pound a week can be a lot! My biggest challenge is calorie control. Even when I do eat generally healthy I can go way overboard and not realize just how many calories I am consuming. My goal is to record my food BEFORE I eat it so I can tweak my meals so I don't overindulge and bust my daily calorie limit. I could certainly use the motivation as well!!

rjoffe09

I'm in. I am down 105 pounds, most recent 40. Slow and steady I am losing the last 40 that I would like to lose. 20 would be an amazing add on. I am 46 years young, have a good healthy plan and work out. Thank you for setting this up. Power on everyone!!!

events904

I'm in too! This will be perfect to help me stay motivated!
I am 27 years old and I'm 5'5'' and 180 pounds. Been trying to return to get back to 125 but it is so challenging on my own. I'm excited to try to do this with you all! New to this whole "community" piece of MFP! Please add me

Moon37722

I'm so in!

My name is Mona. I'm a behavior analyst, working with kids with ASD.

I'd been dieting and working out for nearly 4 months, losing around 45lbs, before I crashed and went back to my binging and avoiding the gym.

I am 37 years old, 5'6" and 167lbs. My goal is 143lbs.

I also need to be accountable, so I'm hoping this group will help. I'll be weighing in on Sundays.

Best of luck to all of you... let's do this!

DawnieB1977

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My name is Elisabeth, and I am 26 years old, 5'7" and 210.4 lbs as of this morning! I seriously need a goal, and I need others to help me stay accountable! I would love to lose just 2 pounds a week so this is very doable! I will be weighing in on Wednesdays! I know it seems crazy to begin this before Christmas, but I have to start now! I can't go another couple of weeks until January 1st!

A little about me:
I am married to an amazing man, and we have an 18 month old daughter!
Occupation: I am an R.N. per diem in a surgery center, but I mostly am able to stay home with my sweet baby!
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Store to shop in: J Crew, Anthropologie and Target of course!
Favorite Hobbies: kayaking, cooking, sewing, photography, traveling!
An interesting fact: My husband and I lived in Africa for 3 months back in 2012!

Your turn! Ladies, feel free to add me! Let's do this!

Svelte by Spring is the name of our group!

Hi! I'm Dawn, I'm 38 and I weighed 168lbs a months ago, so I'm hoping to have lost a little since then! (Pic on the right of my profile pic is me). I'm 5'6.
I'd love to lose another 15-20lbs to get back into my smallest jeans. They fit, but I have a horrible muffin top!

I've actually been on MFP for over 1000 days now, since my now 4 year old was 1, and I logged all through my third pregnancy. My third is now 19 months.

I'm married, and have been for 7.5 years. We have 3 kids... Jack who's 6, Maya who's 4, and Zoë is 19 months.
I'm a French teacher at secondary school (in England) and work 4 days a week.
Favourite colour: blue
Favourite shop: (this will mean nothing to Americans): River Island, Top Shop, Oasis
Hobbies: gym, languages, music, reading
Interesting fact: I have a masters degree in Translation and I lived in France for a year when I was 21.

LisaS472

Hi, I'm in!
I'm Lisa. I'm 43 yrs old, 5'6", 205 lbs. I'm a single mom to 2 boys (20 & 16) and I work as a school librarian. I'd like to lose 60 lbs but I'm working on setting small goals rather than looking at the whole picture. I'd love to join your group!

suzannemshaw

I'd love to join the group!

mcbadkins

I would love to join and have some support. I don't do well by myself. Having some support and motivation and someone to answer to, so to speak. I am turning 43 , 5'4" and weigh 215 lbs. I must do something!!! Looking forward to this group!!!

viennaalways

Thanks for starting this! I've struggled with weight all my life. I've been more than 200 most of my adult life. I'm currently 5'6" and 224 for a BMI of 36.2. I've been married seven years and we have a 3 year old and 1 year old. I'm still breastfeeding the 1 year old (but not full-time as he's on solids now). They're awesome and we're hoping for more but I'd like to be at a healthier weight when I next get pregnant. I've lost weight several times on Weight Watchers. My lowest adult weight was around 185. I haven't weighed less than that since high school.My long term goal is 150 lbs; my medium-term goal is 185 lbs, which will officially get me out of the obese zone and into the overweight zone (yes, I know, and odd goal to be overweight) ; and my shorter term goal is to be less than 200 lbs.

Copying the above user's format for a little about me:
Motivation: healthier weight for pregnancy; also I'm sick of being tired all the time and having so many aches
Occupation: I'm a lawyer but work in the policy field
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Store to shop in: Ann Taylor (currently I *barely* fit in their biggest size, and have to have shirts to cover how tight the pants are)
Favorite Hobbies: Ummm, does lying on the couch watching TV count as a hobby?


Svelte by spring! If I lose 1.5 lbs/week, I should reach my 185 lb goal in June ... but maybe I could be under 200 in spring