Starting Again, for real this time. 100+ lbs to lose.

fromfitabigail

Hey MFP-ers.

My name is Abby, and I'm starting over. This is going to be my third time starting on MFP within the last three years, but I'm planning on sticking to it this time. It's easier because my sister is eating healthy with me, although she's not here on MFP.

I have 100lbs to lose to get to my goal weight. To be in a healthy BMI, I need to lose around 130 lbs, but that will come at a later date.

I'm looking for people that are looking to lose a similar amount of weight.

A little about me. I'm a college student. I'm studying Graphic Design and I'm graduating in less than 8 weeks. I love cats. I have a baby named Dexter, and another baby named Oliver.

Uhhh. Yeah! Let's be friends!

HealthyAim

Hello....I have similar weight loss goals as you. I lost approx 50 pounds last year on MFP and felt great. My knee joints were improved and some of my tummy problems when I ate had gone away. I went off MFP and slowly my old habits started creeping back in and the weight along with it. Feel free to add me and we can motivate each other. I've re-committed to this again and have been logging my food and exercise daily. I need to get back on track.

Take Care,
Amy

Emglyfolk

Hi, I need support too. I have 85 to lose and have fallen off track.... this journey is way longer and more difficult than I thought it would be. friend me and we can keep track of each other....

greentart

Feel free to add to me for support. I'll also hold you accountable for what you eat and do, so don't say I didn't warn you. (I also appreciate the same!) If we're going to get upset when someone points out our bad habits, it means that we're not ready to change them yet.

My advice to you is to start small. Don't diet, eat healthy. By start small, I mean for the first month, just walk 30 minutes each day and make sure you eat fruits & veggies with every meal. That's it. Just start there. You'll be amazed by how far you can get when you start building good habits!

PS: I weigh 245, used to weigh 265, and would ULTIMATELY like to weight 170-130. We'll see when I get there. The main goal for me is to be healthy and happy, and to learn how to pole dance!

rprice27

Hi!

I've been up here a while, and never really used the message boards. I think it would totally help me to have a support group. I have seen results using fitness pal, but it is really difficult for me to stick to it. While I have about 90lbs I want to lose, I thought it would be easier to break it up in 10-15lb increments under my goal settings. Has anyone tried it that way? I would love to be a motivator and support for you all...could you be for me? I appreciate it! 2014 needs to be different!!

gemima22

Hello!! This is my 2nd time on myfitness pal, my first time was successful and I really transformed my diet and body however just lately all my bad eating habits have started creeping back and I'm starting to slide,I don't want to go back to my old weight! I hope to find some great supportive friends on here that will share tips and their progress and we can push each other with encouragement! Add me guys and goodluck x

mmotherh

Hi - I also have a similar goal, I need to lose more than 100 pounds but I am starting with that as a goal. I was using MFP and lost 50 pounds then I had a slight stroke and things got crazy. I am now ready to get back on track. There are pretty serious limitations to the exercises that I can do because of the stroke and a knee problem that can't be fixed so this does become a little frustrating.


Hope we can support each other and reach our goals. Look forward to hearing about each step of your journey.

Marie

Thunder86

Hello, I actually did weight watchers 2 years ago and lost 30lbs unfortunately i stopped and thought i could keep it up on my own, but alas my old habits came back and i gained everything back. I am starting over on my fitness pal this year and so far i've been struggling again trying to kick those habits. I think its great to have others supporting you, a couple of people in my family and coworkers have joined so we use each other for support and to keep on track. I'm trying to lose 60lb to be at a healthy weight and bmi.

Good Luck!
Stormy

McKenzieLeigh

I only have about 65-75 pounds to lose, but this is my 2nd time around too. The first time I only logged here and there when I remembered and never made a commitment. I am on day 36 now and I have lost 10 pounds. I love to have new friends anytime!

desomes

Hi Everyone, My name is Diann and I am 41. I joined mfp quite awhile ago and never really got motivated in it and only logged in once in awhile. I am back and ready to go. I want to be held accountable for my actions and of what I eat. My husband and I have joined a gym together and I have been going everyday and walking and doing some muscle strengthening. I would love to have support from people that are in the same boat as me. My husband is a big support but he is in generally good shape with only about 10 to 20 lbs. to lose. Where I on the other hand have at least 80 (that is my first goal). I am not sure how to add friends or anything so if you are interested in supporting each other please feel free to add me.

BeHappyRobin

Thanks for adding me we can encourage each other.:flowerforyou:

10BlueDoves

Hi. I am sending you a friend request. I started last July with a goal to lose about 130, I am not quite half way there yet but I keep chugging along. I also log daily, the good, the great and the oh so very ugly sometimes.

jrwilliams124

Hi my name is Jen and I have actually have about 165-175 pounds to lose so I have a long journey ahead and would love more friends. I have found it really helps to have others with the same goal types supporting each other. I am married and a mother of 4 children ages 20, 15, 7, and 2. I have lost about 21 pounds total from both attemps and about 12.6 this time and still going. Please feel free to add me!

linluvsbirda1

My name is Linda. I have 73+ to go and want to be fit at 40. I have until January and am DETERMINED.

beepaz

Hi! I've been on MFP for a year now, i did get discouraged for a while but i'm back on as you are too! 25 down so far, and at least another 100 to go! i'm always glad to have new friends and more support!

Spacegirlley

Hi, friend request sent

Anyone can feel free to add me as well. This is my second time here, this time it is working out better. I am actually dedicated this time. I've lost 3kg so far (6.6lbs) but still have another 48kg to go (105lbs). I log on every day and love sharing in everyone's journey. We all need support to reach our end goals!

BeginningNoStop

I'm so happy I found this thread. I have been having the same problem. Its been difficult for me to get back on the losing weight wagon every since I had the baby a year ago. I want to start over and seriously commit to this.

stepbystep24

I have 85 pounds to lose. Recently re-committed to tracking daily. I would like the support of others who have similar amount of weight to lose and in return I'm happy to help provide you support and motivation.

MrsHyland

I am back at this again as well. I'm feeling a lot better about it this time around though. It sounds like you are too. Feel free to add me. I try to offer encouragement. It helps to have cheerleaders sometimes. Good luck to you in this difficult journey. WE CAN DO IT!!

ShallaLovee1

Hey, I'm with you. I'm starting over. I've been screwing up for almost a year. I have no idea how much weight I've gained back. Kind of scared to even step on the scale but I will in the next few days. I'd like the support and to also give support. GW:130-140 Last weight I remember was in the 170's. That was a while ago so I know it's pretty up since then.

zoeysasha37

Welcome back!!#! :-)

Best of luck on your journey!!

sillyli234

It takes guts to admit some defeat and get back on the horse. Feel free to add me as I know what it is like to lose 100+ lbs :-)

HiDiddle

I'm trying to lose 100 pounds too. Mostly I'm starting out tracking what I eat, not trying to change what I eat. I'd love to have friends to do this with!

tralaf

Hello, I am in pretty much the same situation. A few years ago I lost 65 lbs on MFP, and felt great. Unfortunately I didn't stick with it and this year I have gained back 50. So now I have been back for a week, and am so happy to be back on track. I have about 130, or more to lose. Good luck everybody! I know this site worked for me last time, and I am determined to do it again, only better!

deziree86

hi!!:)
same with me similar goal need support as well !!! but i know together we can make it!!!:) good luck!!!

JaysWays

Hey everyone! That's great your trying again! Never give up. Every fail we make is always to learn to be stronger for the next time we try! If you or anyone needs any advice questions let me know! I love helping others achieve goals. It would be nice to meet more people to help me stay motivated and on track. I'm 5ft, was becoming overweight in the 140s. Now I am back in the 120s more toned then I have ever been. I love to lift, run, and addicted to turbo fire. I have learned a lot with my journey to the healthiest I can be. I'm here if anyone needs any help.

Woodster83

I'm trying for 100lbs this year too, feel free to add me anyone!

jojom126

hey, welcome back to MFP. I am back on here again too. I tried a couple years ago but it didnt stick. I went back on weight watchers, but it's to pricey for me at the moment. I have lost 33 lbs, and still have about 50 to go. I wish you the best of luck and would love to help each other out with encouragement. hope to talk to you soon.

Chance535

Hi Abby, I am also looking at losing 50lbs therefore feel free to add me.