So Much To Lose...

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  • hdwburke
    hdwburke Posts: 1
    Hi everyone. I'm 44 years old and from Canada even though I'm living in Texas for a little while. I lost 80 lbs 3 years ago when I moved down here, but then went back to old habits and gained 40-some back. Decided to try again but then found out I have a neurological disorder that is causing extreme pain in my right leg. I used to coach 1/2 marathon power walkers....now I can't walk a mile :(
    Phyllis....I am now doing aquatherapy 3 times a week and combined with this website have lost 11 lbs in 3 weeks. Maybe that's something you can try. Mine is by prescription but I am sure you can join a class or maybe get your doctor to agree? Everything done in the water is better because of the resistance....twice the workout basically. Good luck to everyone.....it's so hard isn't it??
  • mariodispenza
    mariodispenza Posts: 28 Member
    You've decided to change your life. Don't think of this as a journey with a final destination. Each day you become heathier and healthier so there is victory in every day. We are not unlike alcohoics in that the key to success is one day at a time. You can't transform yourself in one big move, it has to be a gradual process so that the habits you develop become your life if you want long-term (life-long) success and leave the bad habits behind.

    Continue to be successful.
  • brookenotme
    brookenotme Posts: 12
    I will definitely add you as a friend, I know you are going to reach your goals in no time....
  • mariodispenza
    mariodispenza Posts: 28 Member
    Oh, and what workout program you choose isn't as important as enjoying it. I'm a competitive weightlifiter at age 50 and I do very little cardio because it works against my performance. But, I have less than 12% body fat because of my diet. We compete in weight classes so, I have to watch it. But, I love it and can't wait to get to the gym to train and I became certified as an Olympic weightlfitnig coach because I love it so much.

    Find something you love, keep a clean diet at a certain calorie level and your body can't help but respond.
  • hauntgoddess
    hauntgoddess Posts: 109 Member
    Add me! :) I'm on here a lot, and have lost 23 lbs since January 6th....I have 43 more lbs to go, but I am very motivated and sticking to it this time.
  • mjszot
    mjszot Posts: 3 Member
    Congratulations on making the decision to get serious. You will find this journey to be exhilarating, frustrating, and in the end, time and effort well spent. Though I am much older than you, I understand what you are undertaking as do many of the posters to this site. Just stick with it. Set reachable goals over a reasonably long period and you'll see yourself transforming into the person you want to become. It is very important to chop up your ultimate goal into easily reachable minor goals to keep up your motivation. And be sure to monitor what you want to achieve and how you are doing against those goals. This way you can hold yourself accountable for the results.

    Last piece of advise, don't let others de-motivate you. Usually, it's the people closest to you that will do it either with or without malice. If you ask for help from your family and friends, you will determine very quickly who's on your side. Just remember, it's your decision to get healthy. Stick to your decision.
  • cheesenbrats
    cheesenbrats Posts: 39
    Wish you all the best on your journey. I have found this site to be great support for me as I try to lose weight and get into shape. Just stick with it and you will have amazing results.!! Feel free to add me if you like.
  • mariodispenza
    mariodispenza Posts: 28 Member
    Congratulations on making the decision to get serious. You will find this journey to be exhilarating, frustrating, and in the end, time and effort well spent. Though I am much older than you, I understand what you are undertaking as do many of the posters to this site. Just stick with it. Set reachable goals over a reasonably long period and you'll see yourself transforming into the person you want to become. It is very important to chop up your ultimate goal into easily reachable minor goals to keep up your motivation. And be sure to monitor what you want to achieve and how you are doing against those goals. This way you can hold yourself accountable for the results.

    Last piece of advise, don't let others de-motivate you. Usually, it's the people closest to you that will do it either with or without malice. If you ask for help from your family and friends, you will determine very quickly who's on your side. Just remember, it's your decision to get healthy. Stick to your decision.

    Exactly right.
  • niqi85
    niqi85 Posts: 28
    Wow! Great start, and you are def on the move! Keep up the great work!

    Thanks!
  • niqi85
    niqi85 Posts: 28
    Congratulations on making the decision to get serious. You will find this journey to be exhilarating, frustrating, and in the end, time and effort well spent. Though I am much older than you, I understand what you are undertaking as do many of the posters to this site. Just stick with it. Set reachable goals over a reasonably long period and you'll see yourself transforming into the person you want to become. It is very important to chop up your ultimate goal into easily reachable minor goals to keep up your motivation. And be sure to monitor what you want to achieve and how you are doing against those goals. This way you can hold yourself accountable for the results.

    Last piece of advise, don't let others de-motivate you. Usually, it's the people closest to you that will do it either with or without malice. If you ask for help from your family and friends, you will determine very quickly who's on your side. Just remember, it's your decision to get healthy. Stick to your decision.


    Thanks so much! I've definitely had a lot of negativity from my family. I only shared with them my weight loss thus far to help motivate them, but instead they made comments like, "You didn't lose any weight" or "I can't see a difference." Fortunately for me I have an amazing best friend who encourages me to strive for success everyday. He believes in me and that matters a lot, but most of all I believe in myself. I know I'm a hard worker and I've always been able to accomplish whatever I set my mind to. This time around I decided to stay positive and to enjoy my workouts. I actually look forward to them! Thanks so much for your words of encouragement. You're awesome. :)
  • niqi85
    niqi85 Posts: 28
    Happy Belated Birthday!! You will love this site, lots of friendly people and great tips and ideas!!! Good luck to you!! Feel free to add me if you would like!!

    Thanks! I will add you.
  • thesarahsundae
    thesarahsundae Posts: 240 Member
    Great job!!!!
  • esimmons99
    esimmons99 Posts: 6
    With your want to, you will get to where you want to be.. Add me if you like would love to see your progress.. Maybe keep in on track also.
    I work out 3 days a week at 4:30 AM that right AM. It hard but getting better each time I go.. As we get older, and I am sure am doing that it seem a little easier in the morning that after work..
    Keep it up
  • bcunning
    bcunning Posts: 81 Member
    Hiyya!

    Just wanted to say I like what you are doing, I appreciate anyone who can work that hard! I find it very motivating.

    Anyone here can feel free to add me, I don't turn anyone away.
  • EloiseCanRun
    EloiseCanRun Posts: 10
    Hi.
    Congrats on what you have already lost.
    I sent you a request (:
  • niqi85
    niqi85 Posts: 28
    With your want to, you will get to where you want to be.. Add me if you like would love to see your progress.. Maybe keep in on track also.
    I work out 3 days a week at 4:30 AM that right AM. It hard but getting better each time I go.. As we get older, and I am sure am doing that it seem a little easier in the morning that after work..
    Keep it up

    Thanks so much for the encouragement. I also workout early in the morning hours! That's how I get in so much exercise.
  • niqi85
    niqi85 Posts: 28
    Great job!!!!

    Wow, 117 lost, that's amazing.
  • sarasalinas2011
    sarasalinas2011 Posts: 5
    Hey..congrats for the weight loss...I'm new to this site and need to lose more than 75lbs I've been working out for 2 weeks and so far lost 6lbs.
  • niqi85
    niqi85 Posts: 28
    Hey..congrats for the weight loss...I'm new to this site and need to lose more than 75lbs I've been working out for 2 weeks and so far lost 6lbs.
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    Great job so far, I'll add you!
  • Aubreyhazel
    Aubreyhazel Posts: 6
    Hello everyone.

    Its great to hear all your stories. Good Luck to you all. Hope we can all shed the weight :) Im currently doing brazil Butt Lift by Beach Body and hopefully Insanity when Im done. I haven't worked out in over a year so baby steps for me. I tried P90X 2years ago and it was tough I only lasted 3weeks. Good Luck to those of you who are doing it. I have 40 lbs to loose. And this is my 6th day.

    Lots of luck to ALL.

    Feel Free to ADD Me
  • packersfn7
    packersfn7 Posts: 62 Member
    I also have a lot to lose. The thought of how long it will take has caused me to give up in the past. But I'm really serious about it this time and am looking for that motivation to keep me going. Please feel free to ad!
  • erbear80
    erbear80 Posts: 7 Member
    I am kind of new to this site. Been here for a little while and just now started to explore the site. I have been struggling for a while now. I lost 50 lbs three years ago and have been struggling with the same 10lbs since and I still have over 100lbs to lose. I am exicted to make this work this time.
  • Vyshness8699
    Vyshness8699 Posts: 390 Member
    Welcome to MFP.. Congrats on your weight loss so far Ive got alittle over 20lbs to lose Feel free to add me... The more support the better :smile:
  • niqi85
    niqi85 Posts: 28
    I also have a lot to lose. The thought of how long it will take has caused me to give up in the past. But I'm really serious about it this time and am looking for that motivation to keep me going. Please feel free to ad!

    I know how you feel. I struggled with the same 30lbs for years. I'd lose it and then gain it back, but this time we'll successful. I'm here to encourage and motivate you!
  • niqi85
    niqi85 Posts: 28
    I am kind of new to this site. Been here for a little while and just now started to explore the site. I have been struggling for a while now. I lost 50 lbs three years ago and have been struggling with the same 10lbs since and I still have over 100lbs to lose. I am exicted to make this work this time.

    I've been there. Losing and gaining the same 30lbs :/ I'd love to help you along on your journey. I'll add you.
  • niqi85
    niqi85 Posts: 28
    Welcome to MFP.. Congrats on your weight loss so far Ive got alittle over 20lbs to lose Feel free to add me... The more support the better :smile:

    Thanks! Great job on losing 37lbs! You'll be at your goal soon.
  • ashleyluvlady
    ashleyluvlady Posts: 1
    Its not so much that you have so much to lose,but you have alot to gain such as confidence,healthyness and most importantly the feeling of success!!!!!You can do it you are doing great keep up The great work!!!!!!!!!!!
  • niqi85
    niqi85 Posts: 28
    Its not so much that you have so much to lose,but you have alot to gain such as confidence,healthyness and most importantly the feeling of success!!!!!You can do it you are doing great keep up The great work!!!!!!!!!!!
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  • cont23
    cont23 Posts: 2
    Thanks a lot!!!
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