who is your biggest supporter?

libby328

My mom is by far my greatest supporter! We have both struggled with anorexia our whole lives (both recovered) and she is the only one I can go to about everything! I can cry to her when I feel fat I can laugh with her over the same! Everyone else seems to care less about my need to be in shape and I get a lot of " if you think your fat you must think I am obese" thanks mommy, I know I would have fell off the wagon if you hadn't been there supporting me

FearAnLoathing

My husband who never pushed me to lose weight and I always made sure I knew that he loves me either way

vkpmusic

It depends. You guys as far as what I eat how, b/c my husband doesn't care. I mean, he doesn't give me a hard time about it but he doesn't cheer me on either.

Exercise? Definitely my husband. Again, couch potato, but he sees how much better my back is and that I'm less stressed and in less pain and points that out when I start going "well, I don't really have time". He encourages me to take time for myself and to do the things I love. When I wouldn't spend money on myself or whatever, he balances that out. There's a reason opposites attract.

AngieM76

Is it bad that I feel like my biggest supporters are the friends I have made on here? I have people in in my life that support me also but those here understand exactly what I am going through.

jessradtke

Me!! I'm both my worst critic and my biggest supporter.

Seajolly

My boyfriend is my biggest supporter. He is always complimenting me on how great I look, and we encourage each other to be active. We live in two different cities right now so it can be difficult to workout together, but we are really looking forward to going on vacation together soon and going to the gym together, hiking, swimming, etc.

I'd say my other big supporters are my friends on MFP... They are the BEST! My real life friends I think are more jealous if I have any weight loss instead of being supportive. :ohwell:

keljo05

I don't think I have just one. I have my mom whom I'm inspiring to lose weight, I have my best friend who is working with me towards our goals ( although she'll get there so much sooner), I have my coworkers and my husband who, when not being paranoid that I'm out looking to replace him....cheers me on, encourages me and brags about me.

autiemommy

My biggest supporter is my son... He is my lil motivator and constantly tells me im doing such a great job. And he loves me no matter what...

libby328

Is it bad that I feel like my biggest supporters are the friends I have made on here? I have people in in my life that support me also but those here understand exactly what I am going through.
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No I think its great! My husband is ok at the whole support thing just has zero understanding why I want it so bad or why I go work out 5 days a week, its hard for people to understand when they have never had to work out or diet

sammyjj53

I am my biggest supporter foremost!!!! If you are not your biggest supporter I feel you are setting your self up to fail. You have to be your #1 biggest supporter before anyone else.

libby328

My biggest supporter is my son... He is my lil motivator and constantly tells me im doing such a great job. And he loves me no matter what...

I have no idea how old you son is but my oldest is 4 and last night after I got done doing my and he says " how come your not getting all hot and sexy anymore" lmao I can only assume he heard daddy say that I almost died

FunRun08

I also feel like my biggest supporters are on here. My husband is loving of me heavy or in shape, but he doesn't understand my drive and passion for exercise. Although he always watches our short people so I can go to races and on my long runs. The rest of my family (his side and mine) are all over weight so I feel like even though they say they are happy for me they don't understand the hard work it took to get here. MY kids are supporters because they are the reason I started this journey, they keep me going even if they don't know it.

Kelly_Wilson1990

I have a wonderful family that are very supportive especially my mom and step-mom. My friends here on MFP are also very inspiring, supportive and motivational. I know I can log on and stay focused.

Andythefitfamilyman

Mine is my wife, she the first person to pick me up when I fall, won't let me do the whole self pitty thing and always help when ever I need it

BigBoneSista

My children & my husband.

My children are truly helping stay focus with my eating. They even exercise with me sometimes. Sometimes they grab old photos and say mom this doesn't even look like you. Kids can make you feel so good.

Even though my husband has been stationed away from us for over 4 years he has been very supportive since I've started my journey just after Thanksgiving. He encourages me through his words. He's very attentive when I go on and on about weight loss and eating healthy. Thats my boo!

catcrazy

Myself and my MFP pals...I havent told anyone apart from my kids and one sister, no one else has said a word (54lb down and not noticeable?!) My kids are pretty supportive but my 13 year old says he wants me to stay as I am now :huh: He likes having a cuddly mum :noway:

swaymyway

My fiance - he's a 'quiet' supporter which I like. He just leaves me to get on with it and supports me.

He never once complained when I got so overweight or made me feel bad in any way for it.
He puts up with me hovering over him when he's cooking so I can count every thing he's adding.
He adds any high calorie stuff to his food after dishing up mine - eg butter to his mash, butter to his pasta, cheese to his omelettes etc.
He never tries to make me eat naughty food but also never makes me feel guilty when I do.
He doesn't put obstacles in my way when I want to work out.
He gets enthusiastic when I make a new goal or have a NSV.
He orders me tap water at the bar when we go out even though he hates doing it lol.
He tells me the truth about things. For example I started Turbofire and took photos, when I took my 4 week progress photos I could not see any differences - I asked him to look and tell me what he thought and he said he couldn't see any changes either but to stick at it.
When I complain about my shrunken boobs or saggy skin he reminds me it's better to have that than be as overweight and unhealthy as I was.

+ loads and loads of other little stuff over the years.

I just realised posting this that I really should tell him how much I appreciate all of that

MyFriendLinn

My husband could care less what I weigh, in fact he is no support at all. Ditto everyone in the "real world" my real world anyway.

My true support comes from y.......my friends, my dear sweet wonderful friends here at MFP are always here, understand the struggle, understand and care. And I care about them.

This is the best site on the internet and I've recieved more support, more genuine caring here than in any other time in my life.

Thank you MFPs friends! And if you are reading this and need a good friend, I'm here. I believe in you!

yanicka

Myself. and also my MFP friends. Nobody else really care lol

AwesomeSauce4

Well My biggest supporter was my Grandmother whom pasted away 3 wks tomorrow, That was very tough to get thru and I still miss her so very much.:frown: . I wasn't sure If I was going to be able to continue on my weightloss Journey then I realized I have My wonderful MFP family that counts on me everyday for support and encouragement.. And there is no way I will let them down or my Grandmother who is now cheering me on from Heaven...

irishblonde2011

My boyfriend and my mfp friends.

My boyfriend because he is the first person to get the weight thing. My mom and two sisters are tiny my dad too.
I am the only one in the family that is overweight. He comes running with me,does shred with me and goes out of his way to make me healthy dinners,i am a vegetarian and he is a serious meat eater but will make me veggie friendly dinners.
He always tell me how great i look and the first to tell me how good i am doing.

My mfp friends because they keep me going everyday. Some people do no know how something as small as a well done keeps you going. I would be lost without every single one of them. It is nice to share with people that are going through the same thing and people that have come out the other side and can give you advice.

crazymama2two

My husband who never pushed me to lose weight and I always made sure I knew that he loves me either way

this one for me too.

StaceyL76

In regards to support for changing my lifestyle - My fitness Pals are my biggest support. I feel very bless to have such awesome people in my lives. Sometimes, I just wish I could reach into the screen and give them Huge hugs!

cdenham001

Well My biggest supporter was my Grandmother whom pasted away 3 wks tomorrow, That was very tough to get thru and I still miss her so very much.:frown: . I wasn't sure If I was going to be able to continue on my weightloss Journey then I realized I have My wonderful MFP family that counts on me everyday for support and encouragement.. And there is no way I will let them down or my Grandmother who is now cheering me on from Heaven...

Sorry for your loss, I'm sure it was very hard. On the other hand, way to turn it around and know that she is still watching and cheering you on. I bet she is still just as proud of you and always will be in whatever you do. :flowerforyou:

AwesomeSauce4

Well My biggest supporter was my Grandmother whom pasted away 3 wks tomorrow, That was very tough to get thru and I still miss her so very much.:frown: . I wasn't sure If I was going to be able to continue on my weightloss Journey then I realized I have My wonderful MFP family that counts on me everyday for support and encouragement.. And there is no way I will let them down or my Grandmother who is now cheering me on from Heaven...

Sorry for your loss, I'm sure it was very hard. On the other hand, way to turn it around and know that she is still watching and cheering you on. I bet she is still just as proud of you and always will be in whatever you do. :flowerforyou:

Awww.. Thank you for being so sweet

iAMaPhoenix

My wife. No question about it. Throught thick(lots of thick) and thin, she has always been my ride or die chick. Running a close second would be my cousin Jerry. Before MFP, I posted my progress on FB, and if I went 2 days without posting something about exercise or healthy eating, he would call me out on it. If he found out I was at TGIFridays, he would want to know what I had to eat. Thanks JW, for being in my corner. Love you man.

cupajoe

Myself and my MFP pals...I haven't told anyone apart from my kids and one sister, no one else has said a word (54lb down and not noticeable?!) My kids are pretty supportive but my 13 year old says he wants me to stay as I am now :huh: He likes having a cuddly mum :noway:

I know how that feels. My husband and I were living in diff. locations when I started this (long story) and I didn't say a word to anyone about trying to loose weight. It had been months and he finally said one day...have you lost a couple of pounds? I was like...Uh, yeah-a couple of pounds-add 50 on to that and you got it about right. I couldn't BELIEVE that he had not noticed.

My 9yr old daughter is my biggest support. She is always letting me know how good I look and telling me, "I'm so proud of you mom." She is a great listener when I want to talk or vent. If I have not gotten in my run or walk that day, she is my own little personal trainer. "Mom, are you going to get out there and run or not! You did eat that ice cream cone this afternoon you know! Come on...I'll go with ya." I am so glad that she is proud of me and want nothing more than to be a good example for my kids. She is a VERY healthy eater...this girl eats salad as an after school snack and fruit like CRAZY and hummus is a staple. When I ask if there is anything my kids want me to add to this weeks grocery list...her suggestions last week were jicama and mangos (my son asked me to buy Hershey bars and bologna:) Her healthy eating habits rub off on me and make me want to make sure I'm providing myself and all of my family with the healthiest meals and snacks...and ignoring my son's pleas for bologna.

My 3 boys are supportive of mommy too, but THANK YOU MORGAN...I hope I can keep making you proud!

Shanzstar

I wish I could say my husband but he doesnt get why or even thinks that i have a weight problem. I showed him a picture of when i was 192lbs and he said "what?' He is either blind or in big time denial. I know its supose to be a good thing to love someone no matter what but come on? I think if you love them you should push them to be "healthy." He hardly makes any comments about how far i've come. When other ppl tell him how great I look he says "yeah now she's on me to stop eating pizza and drinking beer." Ok off my soapbox! My sister and my mother have always been there for me and have listened to it all!!! Now i got my MFP peeps and they ROCK!!

Also libby you look so good for having little ones! I wish i had your determination and this site after I had my little ones. I remember it being so hard to juggle a baby, a toddler and a job plus trying to exercise. So congrats! you look great!!

libby328

I wish I could say my husband but he doesnt get why or even thinks that i have a weight problem. I showed him a picture of when i was 192lbs and he said "what?' He is either blind or in big time denial. I know its supose to be a good thing to love someone no matter what but come on? I think if you love them you should push them to be "healthy." He hardly makes any comments about how far i've come. When other ppl tell him how great I look he says "yeah now she's on me to stop eating pizza and drinking beer." Ok off my soapbox! My sister and my mother have always been there for me and have listened to it all!!! Now i got my MFP peeps and they ROCK!!

Also libby you look so good for having little ones! I wish i had your determination and this site after I had my little ones. I remember it being so hard to juggle a baby, a toddler and a job plus trying to exercise. So congrats! you look great!!

Thank you, not going to lie I am tired! Every time I want to quit I just think about how far I have come and how badly I want to be happy!

ProudMomoftwo

I would have to say ME first and foremost. I am the one talking to myself when I step on the scale. I am the one weighing out what I am eating that day and the exercise I have gotten in. I am the one patting myself on the back for NSV's. I am the one telling myself to think outside the box and mix things up with the exercise and DOING IT.

My 13yo daughter has to be the next biggest supporter. She is amazing and always knows the right thing to say and is always coming up with NSV's for me. She keeps me in check too to make sure I have worked out enough that day.

My MFP friends are a big #3...you all are terrific!

My husband and my parents are quiet supporters in the background. I know they want big things for me but only talk about it if I bring it up and want to talk. They aren't pushing me, crowding me, or pressuring me and I am grateful.

libby328

I also love my friends in here, I keep telling my cousin that wants to lose baby weight to get her tail in her, she hasn't but once she does I know she will never be sorry! In my experience tho the people that are the least supportive are the ones that say stuff like " I hate you I never looked like that after I had kids" I want to scream at them cause it takes hard work. Can't keep putting a bag of jelly beans in your belly and expect to lose weight! Anyways lol big hugs out there to you all cause you are amazing!