Are you over 200pds, let's diet together

ladycopnh1

Hi Friends,
I have been searching for a group that is more in my category. I weigh over 200pds and want to start a challenge and accountability group for 2020.

This is going to be an 80pd weight loss challenge from January 1st to December 31st. It doesn't matter what day you weigh in, but we would love to hear from you on that day to hear your good/bad news. I would love to have a group that inspires each other, Laud knows we will all have bad days and we can all use somebody to keep us on track and cheer us up. I would like to have a group that is free to vent when we are frustrated and not be judged for it.

We can do this !!
2020 is going to finally be "Our Year"

ladycopnh1

Hi friends,
"Let me start by telling you a little something about myself".

I am a retired Correctional Officer after working for 25yrs at a men's prison, I am a wife of 31yrs to a wonderful hubby and a 1yr old fur baby ( a blue nose pocket pit bull ) named Dexter. My loves and hobbies are reading, building puzzles, camping, flower gardening, anything to do with the outdoors, and riding my motorcycle.
I belong to the Blue Knights motorcycle club, the American Legion motorcycle group, and the patriot Guard Riders.
I have been a caregiver for my father for the last 8yrs and for my husband ( who has Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome ) for the last 26yrs.

I was on a 78pd weight loss challenge before and I lost 80pds but once I hit my goal, yup, gained it all back and more.

That is a start of who I am,
I would love to get to know and diet with you.
If it worked once, I'm R.E.A.L.L.Y hoping it will work again.

kathamh

I fit in here and am excited to find a group that fits me. I'm about 234 lbs.I had my 1st lg weight gain when I had my girls (ages 23 &21) and it gave me issues in the Army(what I wouldn't give to be on that 150- 180 lb roller coaster again). In 2001 I got out of the Army and took time for me and got back down in the 140s. In 2003 I had my son and thats when I hit the 200 + club. I have dieted off and on since then ever got below 200 a couple times about 20 years ago, but now don't seem to have the willpower. I'm a teacher and don't make me time. I love to cook and eat. And stress. I currently have a little more motivation - pre hypertensive, prediabetic, and some feet and joint issues. I want to feel better and be active again. Bring on 2020 and changes!! 🚶‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏋️‍♂️⛹️‍♀️🏊‍♀️🎆🎉

ladycopnh1

Gold star to you Kathamh ! We CAN do this. I have yo-yo dieted most of my life. In 2004 I lost 142pds, enjoyed the moment, then gained it all back and more. In 2016 I lost 80pds and was struggling to keep it off until my youngest of three older brother's suddenly passed away and I just let go and didn't care anymore which has been the case for the last two years.

I am not getting any younger and like yourself I am starting to have physical issues, I weigh 266pds and I'm 5'2. I look like an army tank and it's all I can do to walk up stairs.

I am sooo glad your on board with me this coming year. we gotta do this and keep each other on track and motivated. Can't wait

fewmoremilestogo

Hi ladycopnh1 and Kathamh, I would like to join. I'm 239. My diet isn't the best, I eat what I can grab on most days. I trying again to get back in shape and it would be nice to do it with someone who has the same goals.

CathyRocky

I would like to join you ladies. I am at 210. I'm 62 and just retired. I had knee surgery ten days ago and in quite a bit of pain, but not going to let that stop me. I'm also am type 2 diabetic, diagnosed one year ago, and on insulin. I really have got to lose weight. I plan on jumping in on January 1st. I think it will be very helpful for me to come here to offer support and share my struggle.

ladycopnh1

Welcome fewmoremile & cathyrocky,
I started this challenge cuz I couldn't find what I needed and didn't think it would go anywhere, but you girls have given me so much hope. I can't wait till we get started. The best thing about this site is that we can all relate with each other. I can't wait to see the changes we are going to go through next year.

Ladycop

ladycopnh1

Question, would you like this site to have a weekly weigh in like this sample ?
It would help us to be accountable. Each of us may have our own day of weighing in.
I weigh in on Tuesdays, or could we choose a day that would work for all of us ?
If not, you can just put your monthly loss total in to show how well your doing.

What are "you" doing now to prepare for Jan. 1st. ?

Starting Weight:
Jan. 7:
Jan. 14:
Jan. 21:
Jan. 28:

Total January loss:

Feb. 4:
Feb. 11:
Feb. 18:
Feb. 25:

Total February loss:

Mar. 3:
Mar. 10:
Mar. 17:
Mar. 24:
Mar. 31:

Total March loss:

Apr. 7:
Apr. 14:
Apr. 21:
Apr. 28:

Total April loss:

CathyRocky

I think a weekly weigh in would be great. So, here's what I'm doing to "get ready"! Keep in mind, I'm retired and live alone, so it's all about me! I either gave away or ate every bit of unhealthy food in my house. I bought dumb bells and a weightbench, a jumprope, a step thing, and a treadmill. I am binge watching YouTube videos on whole food eating and at home exercise for beginners. I want to get off insulin!!!

FatimaStartsAllOver

ooooh PLEASE, i want in desperately.
i’m currently weighing in at 248.2lbs
i gained 8lbs this month alone (holiday eating)
weekly weigh-ins sound great (on day of each choice), i’m currently eating within my calorie limits and working out daily (walking and cardio)

AndreamWashington6936

Hi, I am currently 215, and I am eating my calories, I used to weigh 220, I am down 5 pounds. I am interested in joining this group to reach out goals together.

lelser60

I would like to join too! I am retired.

I have been overweight all my life. In my baby photos I look like a bulldog with folded checks. I lose weight then gain it back. Hope to lose weight this time and then work just as hard to find a support group to keep it off. Maybe we can create one for 2021!

Weekly weigh is good for me, otherwise I slide down that slpiiery slope.

JJChiri

Hey!! Im about to be 30 years old in jan and im sick of being over weight! I first hit 200 when i got pregnant and in the last 10 years, the closest i got to breaking 100s is 208. Im 235 now and ready to finally get out of the 200s. Im preparing by redownloading this app and getting mentally prepared for the life style changes im gonna have to make to succeed. Im gonna need support so here i am!

fewmoremilestogo

@ladycopnh1 I think weekly weigh-ins are a great idea. To get ready for Jan 1st I'm currently drinking more water, getting back in the habit of logging my meals and (gasp) preparing to cook my own meals more.

FatimaStartsAllOver

good morning. i’m liking this little group already 😍

ladycopnh1

Welcome on board Fatima starts, AndreamWas, lelser60 & jjChiri,

I feel great hope and success with this group already, Everyone sounds like your getting revved up for this to start. I am glad several of you shared how your getting ready and gave others ideas on what they can do ( including myself ), Just remember...the first 21days are going to be the hardest. We gotta keep each other going and keep the encouragement coming. I start questioning why after 4 days, but I want so bad to succeed this time. If you've ever joined a diet meeting you see a room full January 1st and about 10 people on the 1st of March. Let's first do this one day at a time and widen our horizons as we go for our total goal.

OMG...I am so excited
Joyce

ladycopnh1

CathyRocky, I can relate, I am semi-retired and to prepare, I have been eating the foods that I have seriously craved lately to get them off my mind. I am going to be getting my treadmill cleaned off ( my two teddy bears sit on it right now, their love seat is going to have to go ), I am trying to get over a foot injury so we'll see how that goes, I'm thinking positive. I have one of those fit twist things that were all the rave last year. I actually have/had fun on that thing. I need a variety of things so I don't get bored with just one.

KJR865

I would like to join your group, too. I'm 45 years old and 260 lb. I've struggled with my weight since I was about 8 years old and lost 70 lbs in college but it has slowly crept back on - my job has me at a desk/computer most of the day. I've been exercising pretty consistently for the past few months (I firmed up some but only lost a few lbs) and have been working on simple things like taking vitamins daily. But I know that improving my diet and tracking what I eat are the habits that I need to adopt to succeed. Those are the habits I can't seem to make "stick." I think weekly weigh-in's are a great idea and maybe we can all share a "non-scale victory" too? Congratulations to all of you for taking the first step toward a healthier and happier New Year! I look forward to hearing about everyone's successes in 2020!

ladycopnh1

Welcome aboard KJR865, open arms to you

I can relate to you and lelser60, If you look at my baby pictures I have chunky legs and arms, I look like a stuffed teddy bear in a dress ( minus the fur ). I was one of two kids in grade school that got picked on for my weight. Back then we had to suck it up and move on. The only time in my life that I was "skinny" was when I lost 142pds. I was sooo proud to fit this butt in a size 2. Unfortunately I didn't realize at the time that I was full blown anorexic. I ended up in the hospital 3xs, two times taken by ambulance.

So please, I know each of you have a weight you want to reach, but make it a weight that is healthy for "you".

CathyRocky

Good evening everyone! I am so happy to be part of this group. I would like to use this page as a place I keep track of "things", including what I ate, what I did to burn calories, maybe discuss new supplements, etc. I like the idea of non-scale-victories. My knee felt a little less painful today. I don't think it would be wise to take my dog out for a walk yet but I'm really looking forward to it. I'm finding myself making better choices already! Today I ate two pieces of fruit, some oatmeal with ground flax seed, a few sunflower seeds, cinnamon, and a little maple syrup, chicken breast and green beans, and these are pretty good foods for me! I've been sitting on my bed in front of the tv and stretching, and following along with YouTube videos in the evening. My favorite guru is Dr.Michael Greger, I love watching his videos, he is a real character! Soo, I hope you are all as ready as I am to jump right in. Oh, and I follow a Facebook page, myfitnesspal ?something, there are dozens of before and after posts, really makes me feel like I can do this!! Ok, see you all tomorrow!

CathyRocky

I wanted to share a picture of the love of my life, my dog Rocky. Also, to tell a little about myself. Ok, I'm divorced/single for over twenty years, never had any kids. I retired a year ago from a career in inpatient mental health at a local hospital. I'm a loner, happy to be at home with my pets, but also very close with my sisters. I never had a weight problem until my forties, and I gained five pounds a year until I found myself over 200 pounds, where I've been for a few years. I want to feel better about myself and just be healthier.

blankr3

I am 233 lbs.
Have been overweight my whole life.
And also have been working out my whole life (martial arts and fitness).
I workout about 5-7 hours a week (high intensity workouts), but "you can't outrun a bad diet".
My nutritional goals are:
1. Eat less frequently (I am struggling with intermittent fasting)
2. Eat more vegetables and less sugar
My long term weight goal is 180lbs
My mid term weight goal is 200lbs
My short term weight goal is 210lbs

ladycopnh1

I didn't realize your a pitty mom !! Good for you . I was the mom of a farrow pit and he was a pure angel with four legs. My husband has a rare illness called Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome and within the 1st month of having, yes, his name was Rocky, he was able to sense when my husband was going to have an attack. Suddenly he was taken from us this past January from congestive heart failure. His death rocked me to the core. Two months later my husband and I decided to adopt a rescue pit. He was found in a plastic garbage bag beside a lake in South Carolina at 6mths old. He was transfered to N.H. and that is where he came to us. He has an issue around strangers and especially men, he is frightened of men, but he has come along way so far. He has a forever home.

quemalosuerte

Hi. I’m in. I’ve lost about 30 lbs since May, though this month has been basically a maintenance month. I’m dealing with some depression and a tough work situation, but I still want to lose another 80 lbs think this group might be helpful. I’m a Friday weigh-in and looking forward to getting to know more of you.

ladycopnh1

This was my Rocky dog.

ladycopnh1

Sorry, I'm not quite sure how to add pictures.

Welcome quemalosuete, You are more than welcome to join us, and we would love to learn more about you when you feel like sharing.

sewingdancemom

Hello All!
Just joined MyFitness Pal and found this topic. After reading you all sound like a great group so I am hoping I can join you all. I am 46 and weigh 235 lbs. I have a goal weight in mind but I’m not thinking about that quite yet, as I want to meet the goals below first.

Immediate Goals
1. Stop eating out
2. Make better choices for meals/snacks
3. Move more
4. Control portions

CathyRocky

Hi everyone! I realized today that one of my issues is that I don't eat often enough. I will eat a nice breakfast, and I may not feel hungry for six or seven hours, then I'm so hungry I eat way too much. Maybe not the end of the world but very bad for a diabetic. So that is something I need to address. I have a trick that has been helpful in the past, maybe it will help someone else. I cook in bulk and freeze single portions for convenience. I make a pound of brown or wild blend rice, and when it's cool I measure out 1/2 cup servings into small zip lock bags and pop in the freezer. I love my instapot, and I use it a few times a week. I eat a variety of beans, so I make soups or stews a lot. I pick a dry bean, soak overnight, rinse and drain. Throw in diced onion, bell pepper, carrots, canned tomatoes, etc. I change up the seasonings every time. My point is I always have several entrees to pick from. I'm steering away from animal products, but cooked chicken breast would be another good thing to have in the freezer. Today I had rice and split pea soup, and two tangerines around noon. I didn't eat again until 7pm and I had rice and pea soup again, because it was delicious, and some chicken breast. I'm happy to report that my blood sugar was 87 just now, before I ate, which is very good. I'll need something small before bed. Another goal I have is to get a routine for my meals, and to stop eating before bed. Side note, my knee felt a tiny bit better today.

CathyRocky

Ladycop, I'm very sorry to hear about your Rocky....

jockette18

Hi all, I have been a member off and on for a few years now and loose weight then gain again, this is my heaviest at 211 pds and now its time before my 50th in November.
Can wait to see everyone's progress and get some hints and tips along the way.
Love the weekly weigh in idea.

kathamh

I am in for weekly weigh ins. Glad too see the group growing - going to have to make time to get on here more often. It encourages me to see others with similar goals and such.
This week I am preparing by eating less but more often, I made and froze bottles of unsweet tea for me(the family drinks sweet), and am cleaning and organizing to get rid of some of the chaos in my life (I tend to stress eat).
I have a Dr. appt tomorrow and will see how my blood pressure and sugar is, wish me luck. And of course have an official starting weight.
Hopefully next post won't include so many I's. It sounds like I like to talk about myself. lol
Hang in there everyone - This coming year will bring us great thing!🏊‍♀️🤩🎉🏃‍♀️🤩🎉🚶‍♀️🤩🎉⛹️‍♀️🤩🎉🏋️‍♂️