Losing 100+ pounds?

RunWildYoungBeauty

Hello all!

I just realized that I need to lose 114lbs (thanks to updating my ticker preferences)

Would anyone care to join? Add me or comment below!

Stats: 5'4 | 250lbs. | Apple Body

KyanaGetsFit

Hello, I also am trying to loose 100+ pounds. What kind of things will you be doing?

truelight_photo_craig

I've lost 110 pounds. It took me 4+ years, but I believe I can keep it off for good because I did it slow and steady. I'd be happy to offer help and encouragement as you walk on your journey to better health.

colt45916

I have 100+ to lose, feel free to add me, always looking for new friends

JaxxieKat

When I first started, I needed to lose 120lbs. I have lost 82lbs over the past 2 years. I only got really serious about my weight loss about a year ago. My best advice is don't be blindsided by the bigger picture. Savor reaching the smaller milestones. You got this!

browneyedgirl749

I need to lose about 120 pounds. Anyone can add me. We got this!!

leo0933

My name is Leo. I just wanted to stop by and say this is great that you all are trying to make a change in your life. Take it one day at a time. Always focus on the big picture ahead. Doing this will allow you to put in the effort that you need day by day. Understand you will not always be motivated to do so. But with effort and discipline you can push through. For example, just going to work everyday is not always a motivating thing. Because of a bigger picture like making sure your kids/family are ok, making sure bills are paid, having a home to live in, or just basic needs in life. Knowing this things alone gives you the effort and discipline to say, although I may not feel like it today, there is a bigger reason why I need to.

Surround yourself (like you are) with an environment of encouragement and empowerment. Understand during this journey everyone is not going to understand and some may even try to be negative about it. It's ok because your journey is not for everyone to understand. That is why this called "Your Journey". Use any negativity or etc as fuel to strive to keep doing things better and better each day. The only person you need to compare yourself to is you and only you. You can take some of the principles from other people experiences or ideas, but everyone wears a different shoe size. It will take experimenting, trial, and error. But the only way to learn what works and how it works is by trying and not being afraid to fail. Instead, use those opportunities to gain the knowledge and understanding you need to succeed and reach your goals.

It starts with your mindset. Once that is right then everything else will follow including the body and all. If you are really truly serious about making a change to your health and body then your nutrition is something you should research about, get help from a trainer or nutritionist or etc. (Make sure you research them as well to make sure you get someone who has your best interest at heart and wants to teach you and help you)

Once you get your mind right and understand your goals and wants, then you can develop a plan or get help with developing a plan that fit's your goals, body type, and etc. This plan should include Nutrition, Strength Training, Cardio/Conditioning and Rest. Gaining that understanding and knowledge of how to incorporate these elements as a plan will then help you begin your journey.

With all that being said you may not want to go as hard core. You just may want to make simple changes. Everyone is not trying to be a bodybuilder, fitness guru, make hard core changes or etc. But even then figure out what works for you and makes you happy and go for it. Make the moderation's/changes that you need by learning, researching, or getting the advice or help you need. Just take it one day at a time. No need to go to the extreme. Put in the work required and you will see the results you want. You all got this. MAXIMUM EFFORT AT ALL TIMES

dawnrosina

Hi, I turned 50 yesterday and still find myself at just about the heaviest I've been. So instead of getting frustrated, last night I made many of the suggestion that Leo recommended. One step at a time, for as long as it takes, we all can do this.

brookielaw

When I first started MFP several years back I had over 200 lbs to lose. I got 175 down and had a rough pregnancy and accompanying huge setbacks/gains but I'm now less than 40 lbs from my final goal. It takes time and effort, which I'm sure you know. One other thing I would recommend along with what Leo said above is to spend some time looking at why/how you got to where you are. These days I spend a lot of time analyzing whether my head is hungry (emotional hunger) or my body is hungry (physical hunger), along with choosing the best fuel I can with the help of my nutritionist. There are several groups here on MFP of individuals with similar goals--like "Let's Lose 100+." I wish you the best! You CAN do it!

tinamarie6624

I started this journey in January 2016 at 378 Lbs. I am now 221 and have lost 157 Lbs and will turn 50 in a couple days so if I can do this, anyone can. Prior to this I thought I was too old and fat to lose the weight but I was wrong. I have 106 left to lose and I am going to do this.

My best wishes to everyone on your journey.

evadiva25

Hello! I'm trying to lose close to 200lbs to reach my goal weight. I would love to be a part of a group for motivation and support.

kimgausa

Greetings! I have 135lbs to lose and I am 59 years old. I am a great cheerleader for everyone but myself so I am happy to have you guys with me! Here's to a great and healthy 2017!!!

humpbackgirl

I have no idea what that would be in kgs but I need at least 40-50 kgs gone.

anl90

I am hoping to lose 100 lbs as well. Anyone is welcome to add me! The more friends, the merrier and the more motivation is welcomed.

00000eli

Hi, I'm Michelle. Currently 343 lbs., end of 2017 goal is 280 lbs. Friends?

yex200

I want to lose 99 pounds. Close enough right? I could use all the support I can get!

brandi8484

I have 211 pounds to lose for my goal. Friend me public diary and and journal
32 f tx - married.

FreshStart103

Hey! I have 110 pounds to loose (50kg). Currently I am 235 pounds (107 kg). My goal is to loose the 110 pounds in a year. I'd love to have friends for motivation and tips

opheliaphoenix

I have about 140-150 lbs that I need to lose, so I know that is a lot more...but, I'd still love other to add other people who are in a similar boat!

robynluvsjesus

I'm a working mom in my 30's and I have around 120-150 I need to loose. I would love to make some FB friends dedicated to this journey and friends with those who already have loss 100 lbs or more. I need to know and surround myself with the fact that this is a possibility without surgery.

krmsotherhalf68

I've lost around 140 lbs. and would be happy to give and receive the support that is found in many of the posts here! Good luck!