Need Motivation Desperately

mlentz08

I've been trying to lose weight since high school and I'm currently in grad school. Sometimes I'm able to lose 5 pounds but then I lose motivation and I go back to my stupid ways. I'm at my heaviest weight and I would love to feel great about my body, but being this overweight has made me extremely self-conscious. I'm hoping to lose 80 pounds in a year, about two pounds a week. Anyways, I would love to meet some people on here and gain some friends so we can motivate each other.

TiDinzeo

Welcome to MFP. I used to be like that, but since starting on the site, my motivation's only gone up. Except for the day I was tired and achey, but that's not the site's fault. :laugh:

I can quite happily see myself logging here until and beyond when I reach my goal of 160 lbs. Which will be around 135 lbs from now.

nickyb632

You can definitely do this! This site rocks as far as motivation goes

Niaind

Hi! Welcome to MFP. I'm in a very similar place right now. I'm a senior in college and will be graduating in May. I am hoping to drop anywhere from 20 to 40 pounds before grad school starts in the Fall. I am also the heaviest I have ever been. Perhaps we can motivate each other. Feel free to add me as a friend!

Newfiedan

Make being healthy and having a happy weight a must have and not something that is just nice to have. Get measurements, weight, and before pics, anytime you feel loss of motivation go back to them as a reference point. You can do it, everyone can its just a matter of making small changes over time that snowball into big ones.

smhuber

I started less than two weeks ago and so far this site has been great to keep track of what I am consuming. I have an Android smart phone and have downloaded the app so I can track even when I am out or at work!

JPod279

It was hard for me to eat right in college. It seemed like I was always on the run, either to/from school or to/from work. I hardly had time to eat and to this day (15 years later) I eat fast, which is a habbit I am trying to break. Maybe planning meals would help, or loading your backpack with some apples, bananas, etc...to make good snacking choices would help. You could cook some meals up on Sunday and then have them ready for the week.

mlentz08

That sounds like a great idea. I've been really trying to eat healthy foods more often. When I'm hungry for a snack, you might not believe it but I'll have a cup or two of peas with garlic. It not only tastes great but it satisfies you too. Thanks for the advice

kweir7

This site will not only motivate you, but it will keep you honest as well. When I see my daily numbers - I make better choices. Add me as a friend and we can keep each other motivated. YOU CAN DO THIS!!!!!!

anitaberruguita

hola, yo tengo el problema de que me gusta comer y mucho, me gusta caminar y hacer gym pero la comida puede mas, este programa ya lo havia usado anteriormente y la verdad que es muy bueno espero poder continuarlo firmemente, saludos y espero que a todos nos de buenos resultados,bye.

janemartin02

welcome!!you can DO this!!!This website is awesome!!Good luck!!
jane:flowerforyou:

Woodman725

This is a great site for motivation and support. There is also a lot of information about exercise and eating and just about everything else. Good luck with your goals and feel free to add me. I'm always looking for motivated and supportive friends.

cherrysoda

Hi I hear you and I am here! lol I have the same issues as you right down to being in grad school . Lets do this together!:smooched:

mphwizzkid

Hey,

This is a great site, i hope it helps you.

I want to loose about 2lbs a week as well.

Feel free to add me as a friend.