Never posted before been a lurker

Jewbe
Jewbe Posts: 25 Member
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I've lurked but never posted. I figure I need to post in order to fully engage myself with being self-aware of my weight challenge. My name is Julie, I'm 29 and I want to lose at 30 pounds to start with. Maybe another 30 after that and then on until my idea weight of about 125 pounds. I'm only 5'4 in height. I was a healthy weight until I was a pre-teen. Then slimmed back down from age 15-20. Ballooned up in weight during college years. Lost some weight when I got married 3 years ago. Now I'm back up to almost the heaviest I've ever been and it is honestly uncomfortable. I mean I feel physically uncomfortable with my body. I just want to get back to a healthy weight that I feel comfortable within my own body.

Anyway I'm just looking for some extra support on my weight lost journey. Thanks in advance.

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  • Jacson53
    Jacson53 Posts: 62 Member
    ... being self-aware of my weight challenge.

    Julie,
    You are on the right path, IMO. Recognizing the problem exists is Step One.
    And Step Two is deciding to do something to correct the problem.

    I can't speak for you, but I find my motivation internally and my inspiration from the world around me ( including other folks ).
    Hoping you stay motivated and inspired.

    Well Done getting started. :)
  • bunnybutler29
    bunnybutler29 Posts: 291
    Something about the title "been a lurker" made me smile. Kinda a creeper thing to say:laugh: . It sounds like some great goals u have and u have made the first step in succeeding in those goals. Hope u stay motivated and continue with it.
  • fordgyrl84
    fordgyrl84 Posts: 13 Member
    Julie,
    I have also been "lurking" in the background lol.. We are the same age and have similiar goals.. I love this board !! I ESPECIALLY love the success stories.. If you need any extra support you can always add me as a friend :)
  • Jewbe
    Jewbe Posts: 25 Member
    Thanks for the encouraging and supportive words. I think that the motivation does have to come from inside too. I know I can find the motivation, I've lost weight before it is just keeping up with it long term it where I struggle.
  • Jewbe
    Jewbe Posts: 25 Member
    I like reading but putting myself out there pulls me out of my comfort zone. Some people might be able to relate to this and some maybe not. Depends upon the individual.
  • Jewbe
    Jewbe Posts: 25 Member
    Something about the title "been a lurker" made me smile. Kinda a creeper thing to say:laugh: . It sounds like some great goals u have and u have made the first step in succeeding in those goals. Hope u stay motivated and continue with it.

    I do hope I stay motivated as well.
  • NikiaSue
    NikiaSue Posts: 259 Member
    I'm also trying to add some friends that will keep positive too.
    Feel free to add me:smile:
  • beckyzalldat
    beckyzalldat Posts: 236 Member
    <<<add me..I try to be supportive everyday :)
  • nancybuss
    nancybuss Posts: 1,461 Member
    Welcome, welcome, welcome!

    yes Motivation is ultimately within, but being accountable with others Really helps!!!!!

    Add me if you'd like. You can do this.
  • kjdunn68
    kjdunn68 Posts: 26 Member
    I think a lot of people are lurkers on here. I did not get serious on my journey until September of this year. I am a little older than some of the people that will respond but I have a long way to go and a similar past as yours. You can add me as a friend if you like and as for as that goes any of you can add me also. I enjoy the support.
  • moya_rargh
    moya_rargh Posts: 1,473 Member
    Hi, I've stepped out of the lurking shadows today, too. Too many like-minded people on here not to share stories and support with!
  • Jewbe
    Jewbe Posts: 25 Member
    Hi, I've stepped out of the lurking shadows today, too. Too many like-minded people on here not to share stories and support with!

    I figureed I wasn't the only "lurker". Figured I needed to get more involved :D

    Thanks for all the new friends!!
  • jonogp
    jonogp Posts: 8
    We all need to start somewhere Julie! Add me for support if you'd like :)
  • Jewbe
    Jewbe Posts: 25 Member
    We all need to start somewhere Julie! Add me for support if you'd like :)

    Done!
  • melissarina
    melissarina Posts: 113 Member
    Hi Julie, I'm Mel! I'm also 29 (for 2 more weeks!), been married just over 2 years, and trying to lose the weight I've put on over the past decade. I've lurked for a while, but trying to be more active, because I find it helps me stay accountable
    Feel free to add me as a friend. I hope you enjoy your journey :)
  • KANGOOJUMPS
    KANGOOJUMPS Posts: 6,474 Member
    glad you came out of the closet,
    get active!
  • potatogirl741
    potatogirl741 Posts: 64 Member
    Also a lurker...phew, that feels good admit! Been on MFP for over two years and never posted. First time for everything!

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