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  • SamandaIndia
    SamandaIndia Posts: 1,577 Member
    @gebeziseva walking minutes count. Any exercise counts plus we have specific nutritional and physical activity detours plus road blocks. Some one person in a team does, others everyone pitches in.
  • Caz860
    Caz860 Posts: 1 Member
    Hey x I'm Carrie - first ever challenge - not sure how it works but I'm sure I'll pick it up
  • LizFitIt34
    LizFitIt34 Posts: 125 Member
    Hello everyone!! My name is Lizabeth am a mother of two beautiful boys ages 6 years and 7 months. I have always struggled with my weight. I lost 100 pounds after having my first son and kept it off for 4 years. Then little by little over 2 years I gained some weight back, then got pregnant and gained more weight lol. My goal now is to not only lose the weight again but to keep it off for good and get in the best shape of my life!! I started at 284lbs 6 months ago and I have lost 59lbs so far. I really have to thank all my friends on MFP they really motivate me to challenge myself and to never quit!!

    ADD ME <3
  • Tusksmom
    Tusksmom Posts: 21 Member
    I just found this and am excited to join. I need to lose about 30 lbs so hopefully this will motivate me!!!
  • Pmm5pla
    Pmm5pla Posts: 265 Member
    tmn2016 wrote: »
    Hello everyone! Jessica here from NY. I've been doing pretty good with my weight loss journey as long as I can keep being held accountable. I hope this group will keep me motivated to get to the finish line (27 lbs to go)

    Nice to see ya here, Jessica!
  • RoseTheWarrior
    RoseTheWarrior Posts: 2,035 Member
    One of my friends here on MFP asked me to join this challenge :smiley:

    I've logged in for over 6 months now and have lost about 54 lbs since starting on Sept 1/15. I'm 47, female, working a lot and trying to get fit as well as lose weight.
  • sbeckum91
    sbeckum91 Posts: 43 Member
    Hello everyone!! My name is Shelby, and I'm 24 years old. Currently at 210lbs looking to get back into the 100s by May, which is my birthday month.
  • babybuddha1993
    babybuddha1993 Posts: 12 Member
    Hi everyone! My name is Shelle. I'm a 22 year old college junior majoring in Biology. My favorite types of exercise are yoga & pilates. I plan to incorporate Zumba, Piloxing or other forms of cardio into my exercise as well to improve my cardiovascular health and help me drop a few pounds.
    I want to lose 1 lb per week, so lose 8 lbs during this challenge. I already feel so much better just to know I'm getting started. Best wishes to all of you with your goals!!!
  • LastChanceRobin
    LastChanceRobin Posts: 27 Member
    angelious wrote: »
    Hi everyone . My name is Ria. I fought hard for three years to get to my goal weight and almost made it. But a change of job, country, lifestyle and death in the family has found me weighing more than I ever have in my life. 239lbs. I'm joining this group because I know having other people see that number and sharing the battle helps. If anyone out there is looking for an accountablility buddy to coincide with this challenge I would happy to go on that journey with you.


    I am fairly close to you in weight and have a similar expérience! I would love to have an accountibility friend.
  • mpgundrum
    mpgundrum Posts: 23 Member
    Hi, I'm Michelle. I'm 38 and have 100+ pounds to lose. I'm down 13 since I first started but keeping losing and gaining the same 5 pounds. I work out 4-5 times a week but I'm not doing well with my eating. And we all know you can't out train a bad diet. My first goal is to lose 5 pounds by my birthday on March 20.
  • gawworthington
    gawworthington Posts: 1,131 Member
    Hi I am Gayle, my 52nd birthday will be day before this challenge ends. I changed the way I eat and started exercising on April 21, 2015 and work with my Health Dept Prevention of Diabetes class. I live in North Idaho. I have lost 97 lbs. I have stalled and spent the month of Feb sick. I am recommitting for this challenge. I also do a Hogwarts challenge. I reached onderland on Feb 14th. I am 32 lbs from goal. I love challenges. I like to work out with my Wii and at the local pool.
  • Hey everyone, I'm Amelia. I'm 21 and I'm a vegan who is training to be a fitness instructor. I'm working towards a fitness instructor's body as I'm currently on medication that makes me put on weight - not fun. Looking forward to this challenge.
  • bhurley100
    bhurley100 Posts: 201 Member
    Hi, Im Brittany. I'm new to MFP. I'm 27, a wife and mother of 2 little ones. I joined this challenge to have support to become more active. Add me, I like accountability:-)
  • 20KimmieKim16
    20KimmieKim16 Posts: 640 Member
    Hi everybody I'm Kim. I am 39 and have finally made a decision to lose this weigh once and for all. I am determined to stay motivated and am very excited to join in with everyone on this challenge. Good luck to everyone.
  • farmerpam1
    farmerpam1 Posts: 402 Member
    Hi all, I'm Pam. I joined MFP in 2014 after realizing I weighed more than I did during my last pregnancy. And that was 15 years ago. I'm 56 years old and 5 feet tall. I lost 30 pounds and have been yo-yoing the last 10. I would love to lower my body fat, continue to gain muscle. I've just discovered cross-fit, also love to bike and hike. I look forward to this challenge and getting to know you all.
  • renalilan815
    renalilan815 Posts: 4 Member
    Hi everyone! I'm Renee. I will be turning 40 this summer and am determined to go into my 40s healthy and without the marriage weight I put on the past couple of years (approx. 30 lbs). I am not sure how this works but I'd love to join. Thank you!
  • wahmx3
    wahmx3 Posts: 633 Member
    hello everyone! My name is Shelley, I am 49, am 5'4", currently weigh 167 and my goal in this challenge is to get to 155 and be able to walk/jog/run a 5k in 45 minutes. I joined MFP in 2011 when I was my heaviest ever, 170 and lost 25 pounds, as you can see, I have gradually added those back on. I have 3 kids, 21, 18 (she turns 19 this week) and a 13 year old. I have a very busy home daycare with kids extended hours including most evenings until at least 7:30, 2 overnights a week and most weekends. My time is limited but I am totally committed.
  • erickanparadise
    erickanparadise Posts: 15 Member
    Hi everyone! Anyone in the Melbourne/Rockledge FL area? Sounds like great motivation, accountability and a great challenge! e...;)!
  • itstime2016
    itstime2016 Posts: 129 Member
    Howdy! I began my weightloss/fitness journey Jan 1 and this group is just what I need to keep myself moving forward in the right direction. I still have 40# to lose but I am plugging away!
  • Utah89
    Utah89 Posts: 15 Member
    edited March 2016
    Hi, I am Elizabeth. I am 44. I gained 25 pounds after a surgery last summer that laid me out for several months. I started exercising again in and finally feel like myself. I lost my first 10 and now I am working on the next 15. One day at a time:) I looking forward to this challenge to keep me moving in the right direction most of time.
  • scgarcia35
    scgarcia35 Posts: 11 Member
    Hello, I am a 36 year old divorced mother of 5. My oldest 2 are grown and out of the house. I work full time at a desk job and need to get healthy. I do Zumba 3 days a week & try to go to the gym during my lunch break. I have lost 10 pounds so far and I know I can do it. Its just hard to keep motivated. I want to have a great summer with my kids without having the body shame.
  • ryblueeyes
    ryblueeyes Posts: 257 Member
    Utah89 wrote: »
    Hi, I am Elizabeth. I am 44. I gained 25 pounds after a surgery last summer that laid me out for several months. I started exercising again in and finally feel like myself. I lost my first 10 and now I am working on the next 15. One day at a time:) I looking forward to this challenge to keep me moving in the right direction most of time.

    Exactly. Progress, not perfection!
  • shaunie126
    shaunie126 Posts: 33 Member
    edited March 2016
    Hello I'm 37 & a wife and work at home mom. My boys are14&10.
    This will be my very first challenge.
    I am not pregnant and haven't been for ten years. BUT I am at my highest weight I have ever been! I'm 190. This is very discouraging and I need motivation! Because I am lacking in the wheel power category. BUT give me a challenge and I get very determined. Soooooo I'm here and ready for the challenge. I can really use some support.
  • marji2busy
    marji2busy Posts: 2 Member
    Hi! I'm Marji, I am in Connecticut. 46 yr old Admin professional...I am 2 years into my fitness/weightloss journey..I am active and take a bootcamp class 3-4 times a week but always seem to struggle with food and diet...it seems to go so so so slow....please be patient, I am new to this format and how it all works...Looking forward to getting started...
  • revolucia78
    revolucia78 Posts: 196 Member
    Hi everyone! I'm Lucia, I'm 27 years old and have lost weight using MFP before but gained it all back and some but I want this to be the last time I go through this so I plan to stick with MFP to my goal weight, into maintenance and anytime I feel like I need to get back on track. I'm currently 215 and hope to ultimately get down to about 130 depending on how I look/feel. I have lost 4 pounds so far and feel good! It's nice to see the scale going in the right direction. I've never participated in any challenges but I feel like it would be what I need to stay on track and continue to work hard. I work a lot and don't get home until late so when I go to the gym it's usually very late at night so I'm hoping this will get me out the door on those nights when I'm "just too tired" because I know I always feel good afterwards and never regret it. Good luck to everyone!!
  • Rossergirl
    Rossergirl Posts: 105 Member
    Hey yall! I am Sherry and I will turn 50 years old on the 27th of this month. I live in NC. I have had to watch my weight my entire life. It is much harder to do now than when I was younger. I need motivation and accountability! I am hoping this group and the challenges will motivate me and being on a team will help with the accountability aspect! Looking forward to meeting new friends! B)
  • SamandaIndia
    SamandaIndia Posts: 1,577 Member
    @RoseTheWarrior truly delighted to see you here :)
  • mariaheliza2015
    mariaheliza2015 Posts: 3 Member
    Hi. My name is Mariah and I am from Vermont! I have 3 children. 10, 4, and 4 months. My oldest is a girl and my other two are boys. I work as an LNA. I would love to get back to my body before any kids. I am weighing in at 164.0 even as of today and I would be happy at 135. Ready for this!
  • danwilk
    danwilk Posts: 11 Member
    Hello, I'm Daniel and I started my journey to get healthy last September and so far have lost 49 lbs. My ultimate goal is to be at a healthy weight and live a healthy life. I love to work out with weights in the gym and I'm looking forward to the Amazing Race challenge to start and see what I can do. Let's have fun and get healthier at the same time.
  • hncall01
    hncall01 Posts: 152 Member
    Hey everyone!! I am trying to lose weight and tone up for my brothers wedding on the beach in July!!! And since I am in the wedding, I have this intense pressure to look my best. I have been a struggler when it comes to weight loss. I will lose weight and then gain it all back, so I definitely need a lot of support and encouragement. I can't wait for this to start and I really do believe that it will help me stay on track. Plus, who doesn't love The Amazing Race?!