I'm losing weight because...

tyra47

I'm losing weight for my health,to control my blood pressure and becasue I want my body back.

Rochelle03lc

I want to get back to health, I was diagnosed with leukemia in Oct 2010. I spent a month in the hospital and lost all my endurance and strength. I'm still going through treatment but I want my body to be strong so it can fight for my life!!!

Debbe2

I want to be at a healthy weight. Also, it feels pretty good when someone says "you're a fox!" and they're talking to me!! :blushing:

sdailey4

Because the person I see in pictures and the mirror disgust me, I can't see past all the fat

HeatherR930

I want to feel good, wear a small size, be described as "fit" or even "thin" by others, feel confident in shorts, sleeveless shirts & even a bathing suit, not dread being weighed at the doctor, & just be in the best shape I can! You only get one life...I finally decided I didn't want to spend the rest of it fat!!!

KeepingUpWithPups

I want to be able to take a deep breath in the winter (like when I was a lot younger), and not have it burn. Losing the excess weight certainly can't *hurt* the asthma control effort.

fguillory

I am losing weight because I am tired of getting winded doing simple things

feduh86

i want to be able to wear whatever i want and look amazing in it

^^ This!
As well as build confidence and look freakin Fantastic when I hit the beach this Summer! =P

YassSpartan

Living in South Florida and dealing with power outrages whenever a hurricanes comes I just need a good 6 pack to use as washboard and wash my clothes :bigsmile:

Because I want to look good for myself, be able to travel the world, go backpacking and not worry about my body being able to handle all my future crazy adventures.

serendipity22

I don't want to look 20 years older than I am anymore.

jfluchere

I like having a hard body

newfienurse66

such inspirational reasons....thank you for sharing, mine is very simple....I don't want to be the fat Mommy anymore!

Solitaire86

I have a few reasons:

1. I want to be able to do things without getting puffed and out of breath, my partner is fairly fit so it would be nice if we can do active things together

2. I am sick of not being able to buy nice clothes (I also have about 2 suitcases full of clothes that I refuse to throw out but I don't fit into), I can't shop in "regular" shops now I have to go to plus size ones, so I never go clothes shopping as it makes me feel depressed

3. I want to look in the mirror and feel fit and attractive not like I have let my self go downhill

raemw12

I want people to do a double-take when I walk down the street. I want to create a lifestyle out of looking and feeling my best!!!

jennmcpherson

I'm losing weight because I want to love photos of myself with friends and family again.

vealvill

I want to feel good and comfortable. I want to be able to look in the mirror and say "I look and feel great".

Court222010

I am losing weight because I'm afraid of diabetes. I am working to improve my health in MANY aspects, and losing weight goes along with that. I want to have energy and I want my hormones to do what they are supposed to do. I don't want to sit on the sidelines while my life passes me by.

Me too! My dad was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes this past September. It's shaken me in a couple of ways. First, I take after my dad. We are the only two in the family with weight issues. Second, at Christmastime Dad said proudly that he'd lost 35 lb since his diagnosis (now only taking half his oral diabetes meds and is completely off his high blood pressure medicine). He started at 220 lb and is now at 185 lb........which is 15 lb LESS than I weighed. Humbling.........

I got to thinking around New Years that if my 75 year old dad can lose 35 lb, I certainly should be able to! And I certainly want to avoid the health issues he has.

I am also VERY afraid of diabetes. Diabetes runs in my family and being overweight has always made me nervous about being diagnosed one day. Also, I have an EXTREME needle phobia! I cry and hyperventilate when I think about it!! I cannot imagine how miserable, terrified, and guilty I would feel if I had to give my self insulin shots or prick my fingers for blood--Simply because I couldn't control my weight. Avoid health complications such as diabetes is a MAIN motivator for me! Thanks for sharing ladies!

Court222010

I want to get back to health, I was diagnosed with leukemia in Oct 2010. I spent a month in the hospital and lost all my endurance and strength. I'm still going through treatment but I want my body to be strong so it can fight for my life!!!

You're doing amazing things by staying postive and motivated. Keep fighting, you can win this! :flowerforyou:

Court222010

Living in South Florida and dealing with power outrages whenever a hurricanes comes I just need a good 6 pack to use as washboard and wash my clothes :bigsmile:

Because I want to look good for myself, be able to travel the world, go backpacking and not worry about my body being able to handle all my future crazy adventures.

This made me laugh :happy: I'm sure you can achieve you goals, you definitely have to right attitude for it!!

steffiejoe

I like being slender and I want to stay healthy.

Hign BP runs in my family real strong, I will not suffer from this condition, not claiming it!!

sweetaddict123

for overall health, and to look HOT for my 20 year reunion this year!!!

Court222010

Seeing your kids grow up and being active in their lives is a WONDERFUL reason---that's what life is all about right?! Keep fighting and not only will you be there to see your kids grow up, they will admire you for your strength and dedication to their lives and your own!

Getting winded walking up the stairs or having trouble getting off the floor is definitely something worth fighting against. Sometimes being overweight can take away from enjoying life. Do all you can to make positive changes and sooner than later, you will be running up those stairs and doing cartwheels on that floor!!

Thanks for all the awesome responses! Keep those goals in mind and you cannot lose this battle----but you will lose the weight! :flowerforyou: