I set a goal for myself and I'm 1/4 of the way there!

shamubegone

I started this year at my highest weight, unhappy, and very uncomfortable with my body. Among other things, my brother inadvertently inspired me to do something I've never done before: make a specific resolution, make it big, and go for it. So that got me thinking : Why have I dieted and gained weight over the years? Why haven't I ever been at a healthy weight? Why do I accept the fact that I am fat and always will be fat, maybe less fat or more fat at times, but just that : fat. Then and there I decided I would set a goal for myself I have never set before. Something I have never allowed myself to even think about, or dream about achieving: I would lose 100 pounds in the year 2011, would reach my goal and be at a healthy and lean weight for my height. I have had a few bumps in the road, but it has been 2 months and I am happy to say that I am 1/4 of the way to my goal!! I have lost 26 pounds and I have 74 more to go! I am so proud of myself and very excited to continue this path to my ultimate goal of becoming the healthy, fit young woman that I am inside. I will need to focus, take time for myself, and keep the determination at the forefront of my thoughts. I am so happy that I have MFP to keep me on track and accountable. These success stories keep me going. I have decided not to lurk as much anymore, and invite others to add me as a friend for support and motivation.

If you need encouragement, support, or just a friend who is going through the same thing you are, please add me. I would love to be there for you and have people be there for me. Thanks for reading this! I am so PUMPED!

anna441

WOW...Congratulations.....You are on the right place surrounded by people who loves you and care for you..

mjf0461

That is so awesome...I am claiming this is my year also... This is my year to become healthier, fitter, a better me, FOR ME!!!!!!!!!! You go girl....

buttonmoons

100lbs in 2011 is exactly my goal too. Am a week in and feeling good!
Good luck

octopusami

Right there with you sister.. I don't have 100 lbs to lose but I am fed up being the "fat" friend. My goal is to be a skinny b@tch for my birthday in July.

otm25

YGG! Sounds like you have the right atitude, and congrats on the weight you have already lost!

shamubegone

Thanks, guys!! I'm ready to get there, so hopefully next post will be 1/2 way there! Good luck, we got thissssss

jllipson

My goal is to reach my initial goal of 175 by Christmas from 278, so similar to your goal - a tad bit sooner and few pounds more.. but same path.
I too am at the 1/4 point since first of the year. So, if you want to add me as a friend too, would be nice to have another person to keep track with...
Seeing others losses motivates me big time!