New to MFP, veteran to dieting (without much success)

missliss78

Hey everyone! I started on MFP about 3 weeks ago and I truly believe this is going to be the help I need to change my life around. I have been heavy my entire life. My mother had me on literally every diet and/or fad she could find and I did lose weight, many times, but without changing my mindset about food, the pounds slowly crept back on. I am now 33, have 2 kids, and I worry about not being around to see their kids.

I don't remember ever being guided to write down everything I put in my mouth though. It's a huge eye-opener! I have lost 7 lbs, which is only a drop in the bucket for me, but its a start.. I've even started exercising; walking during my lunch hour and doing Zumba at night which is a first for me. I'd love to have friends in here to support and receive support from in return.

Nice to meet you all

Jeslynjeff

You can add me as a friend if you'd like. I've been heavy my entire life also but I've made my mind up to lose all this once and for all.

FAVOLOSOMII

Welcome to the family! :flowerforyou: You're in the right place for support.

Feel free to add me if you like.

localatte

Hi,
I can relate to be heavy all ones life. I am just starting to track my food too. Getting to spend a long life with your kids and their kids is a great goal!

vzucco

Someone else putting you on a diet won't do a thing. You've got to do it for YOU. Just think, that's the difference this time, that's why it's going to work this time

I'm new on here and need support too, so feel free to add me

BrandyRelaxing

I totally understand how you feel, I was on my first diet at 5 years old... ugh. Feel free to add me as a buddy!

missliss78

Thanks for the encouragement