Starting over, need support!

Cappa124

Added! We can do it!

It just takes the power of positive thinking!! Haha along with you know, exercise and healthy food and all that lesser stuff

Xtinesky

I started over in May, I had gained 11.5 kilos (25.3 pounds) from December. Have now lost 4.5 kilos so far. Add me if you want so we can encourage each other.

erikmerklin

The only thing that I could add to these posts is: Have a short term goal in mind. Whether that be a certain amount of weight loss, or even just a goal of working out for a certain period of time! Also, keep a long term goal in mind. Just be careful to set goals that you can stick to!

ThePeculiar

I'm starting again too -- or at least I have been trying to restart for about a month. I had gone down about 40 lbs and kept it off for two years, then it all fell apart over about six months. I'm utterly disgusted with myself and feeling overwhelmed. I am a teacher and looking at starting back to school in an extra-stressful environment.

It's good to hear from people who are like me and "know" what it takes to be healthy (even if we self-destruct sometimes). If anyone is looking for a buddy, feel free to ad me.

PS: Goldfinger, you give fabulous advice:)

arogers0541

I am in the same exact boat you are. I am just starting back this morning with logging my food (went grocery shopping last night to buy better grocery choices). I was shocked to see so many people that are starting this back right now. I also am taking a different approach as a lifestyle change this time and I am committed to staying active on the boards and logging my food. I believe the boards will help us all stay accountable. I'm going to friend request you as well.

leahkayl

I started over in January for my New Years Resolution! It has been going slow but steady. I have lost 26 pounds so far and hope to continue. Starting over is frustrating but I needed to do it.

SuperJo1972

Well done for making a lifestyle change this (last) time. I can't stress enough how much having a support network helps. Keep an eye on the boards and friend request people who inspire you with their progress or attitude. It's good to have a mix of people with similar stats and weightloss targets. in the end if you get a few gems, they will keep you motivated. And as you encourage and support them, you find yourself re-inspired. good luck :-)

PeanutButterByTheSpoon

I started over yesterday and if you want you can message or friend me. I won't bite!

imcrazyrobin

I woke up feeling awful today and decided that today is the day I start trying to make healthy changes to my life. I have been using MFP for a while but it had never been effective for me because I lacked the pressure of friends and I ended up eating more process food because they were easier to log.

ittybittybadonkadonk

I am in the same boat .....I lost 78lbs back in 09/2010 but tragic things and life in general got in my way and I gained it back and then some .....I took a few years off from MFP ...came back Jan 2013 I have logged daily since then but my weight is up and down ...I need to get my act together ......feel free to add me .........wishing everyone much success we can do it

Slopez8368

Starting over as well!! Ive lost 125 pounds in the past year and the past two months gained 17. I've lost 9 of the 17 gained and feeling better! I figured I'd join myfitnesspal for some support! Good luck to all of you!

shabaity

I'm starting over as well. I want to be smaller again and I want to do it healthy not like last time where I dropped 40 lbs in 2 and a half months there was extenuating circumstances:ohwell: So I'm going one step at a time calories now adding cardio twice a week at the end of August then January once I've got a new set schedule and my shoulder is hopefully better I'm adding strength for body changes. Hopefully all this means by the time I can finally afford to surgically fix the one area I literally have never lost weight at I wont have to hear someone say "Lose 20 lbs, then come back and see me.' That phrase scares me so much for some reason. I'd love to watch your journey in all this.

newbeginningsbob

I am in the same boat. I'm restarting and kicking myself because why didn't I just keep it up in the first place?

I'm trying to really focus on self control and better choices so add me if you need more support!

GalaxyBird

I'm doing the exact same thing. I went through a breakup and lost 10 lbs and then started putting it back on again because I felt cocky (cocky even though I still needed to lose 80 more!). I am also blogging, we can follow each other:

www.detroitglitter.wix.com/jubilantbird

xo

Cappa124

Just saw all these replies!! Sending friend requests pronto!!!

Feel free to follow my blog too if you like blogging - its mostly healthy baking recipes at the moment but will be expanding to work-out reviews soon when I start my DVD sets!!

http://losing-weight-living-life.blogspot.com/2014/07/welcome-aboard.html




XOXO

jequirity

Count me in with everyone else in the 'starting over club'.

I managed to keep the 30lbs I lost off for years but then I got sick and ended up gained it all back in less than a year.

I find it harder this time knowing that I have already had success in the past to have the patience need for the slow grind that is needed to get back to where I used to be then it was the first time I lost the weight and never had any previous success at all!

KateDegnan

I started over again at the beginning of last month at my heaviest weight yet (except for when I was pregnant) Started off at 284 and down 14 lbs already. It's a lifestyle style change and hard but is so worth it. Feel free to add me.

andyphin

I am in the same boat. Will be on week three next week. So frustrating I know!

Cappa124

Added everyone!

meghan_lovely

I'm in the same boat! Starting over on MFP after gaining about 15 lbs. since winter. So done with the yo-yo weight loss and weight gain. Staying motivated is the hardest part!

phyllismuss

Thanks for sharing your story. I am in the same boat. Though I've tried all winter with "intuitive eating" and Geneen Roth's approach, I've gained 8 lbs. Now I'm the heaviest I've ever been at 183 and 5'2. I just want to have the energy I used to have, with less pain at the end of the day. If you have a support group on here, I'd appreciate the add.

If I am honest with myself though, i have to admit, I've never been really diligent about using MFP. This time, I will be. It's a reality check to enter your foods and see how much one really does eat in a day.

All the best to you,
lavender

Tracywithawhy

Fat, salt and sugar are addictive. I compare it to quitting cigarettes. One day you just get up and refuse to continue the choice that is making you miserable. Commit cause you know you are fighting for your life. Don't ever underestimate the hold. I am a healthy eater restarter as well. I get it. I am one month in...this time it's turning into a lifestyle of yummy tastes. It's not just a goal it's a restart on how my brain thinks. I love that you are seeking support....it's perfect. Stay strong and live in the moment. I get it.❤️

lillypad13

I have been a member of MFP since 2011 and I have backslid enough myself. I have been back on a 1200 to 1400 calories of healthy food a day for three weeks and just got started with the C25K program. I not only want to lose weight I want to be strong enough to run three times a week, I've never been strong- I really want to. I'd like to join your group too!

Cappa124

Sent requests to everyone! I log on every day and love seeing what everyone has been doing and seeing peoples posts, work outs, and weight losses!! Its a very good motivator! Maybe I should think about starting a group on here as well?? I also do post to my blog daily about what's going on with me, new healthy recipes that i've come up with, personal goals, challenges, (an occasional photo of my cats... lol) etc, so maybe some sort of accountability challenge on there is warranted as well? Who knows

For anyone else who comes across this - feel free to add me and check out my blog: losing-weight-living-life.blogspot.com

I promise I don't bite

Jac275

I am also starting over for the umpteenth time. About 8 years ago I was the weight I am now, one day I just went No this is it, I am not happy, started walking a couple of days a week and counting calories. Lost 7kg (15lbs) in a couple of months. And kept it off give or take a couple. Over the years and 2 kids later, I am back to that weight again. And miserable. I get up in the morning and have to find clothes for work that dont show all the lumps, which is hard because most of my clothes are from my thinner days. I cant remember how i stuck to it back then, it didnt seem nearly as hard as it does now. I last a day or 2, get hungry and just eat whatever I feel like. I found a photo taken on my sons second birthday, and cant believe I was so much thinner then. And its 2 months out from my daughters 2nd birthday, would love to be in her birthday photos without looking like an elephant. And to think i still thought I needed to lose weight. Oh to be that weight again. Im in Australia, and its winter, so walking isnt an appealing option, by the time I finish work its dark and cold. But I want to be able to wear nice clothes when it starts to get warmer. I just dont know why it seems so much harder this time around. I think part of my problem is, if I reach my calories for the day and I am still hungry. I think well if im gonna go over the limit I may aswell do it with something yummy and out comes the chocolate. Anyways, thats my story, so I thought I would chime in and say I am in the starting over club aswell.

Cappa124

Better to be starting over now then to just continue on! You can find the motivation! Maybe start with only .5-1 lb per week and try eating foods with a lot of protein to fill you up better?:) sent a friend request!:)

Lonnad1

I am starting over to for the third time. I had maintained my weight for six years, then after baby number 3, gained 30 pounds and never lost it. All due to my bad food choices. Feel free to add me. We can do this!

Kimberli1960

I share your struggle and admire you for reaching out. I'm pretty new here and am looking for support as well. Feel free to add me as a friend. I look forward to your blog. All the best!

Cappa124

Added and added! We are gonna be one successful group of people!

Rhiannonstarr79

This is my first time using MFP but not for starting over. I recently did the Omni diet program for a while and lost about 35 total lbs. but no matter how hard I tried I could not keep the weight off. I've gained over 20 of it back in 2 months. So here I am being more accountable and documenting every single calorie and exercising, doing it the right way. I would love to be of support to anyone else, please feel free to add me, the support is what will keep me going, I know!