Why is it that I see so MANY amazing...
AwesomeMoJo
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beautiful people (men and womean) on this site. I have looked a so many of you..and you all look fantastic. Can you please tell me how long you have been a part of MFP, how much you have lost, and just give ma some hope that I will lose the weight. Having you all has helped immensely...
Also, what do you think helped the most of all your changes..exercise, drinking water, nutrition???
I am just wondering if the average woman is sized 14...where the hell are you all (besides me, of course..)??? LOL....
Also, what do you think helped the most of all your changes..exercise, drinking water, nutrition???
I am just wondering if the average woman is sized 14...where the hell are you all (besides me, of course..)??? LOL....
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Yeah this does come off a little strange.
Joined MFP years ago after I had my son.
Was approx a size 12/14.
Now a 2/4.
A LOT of working out, moderation on diet. Weights and cardio. Don't forget to lift.0 -
Hmmm ok. I'll bite. I've been here a year and a half. Was down 107 but slipped up a little recently. It'll come back off soon enough. You asked about water, food or exercise. They're all important. You can't really skimp on one. Of those - nutrition is my hardest one to stick to and effects me the most on the scale.0
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Hey JoJo! I started early January when my size 10 jeans were getting to tight. I have lost 23 lbs and now fit comfortably in a size 6. For me the biggest thing for me to lose the weight was my eating. Now I want to be strong and fast, so I work out like a beast
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Most recently started in November, lost 46.
Careful eating (lower and better calories) did the most to lose weight, running helped but is more important to my health overall.0 -
Started MFP in February 2012 I have lost 23 lbs since starting. I have always drank a ton of water. Started eating healthy last July after being diagnosed diabetic. Started exercising in February, was once a hater of exercise, now I look forward to exercising. I have lost a total of 50lbs since last July. Use to wear a size 14 jeans, now a 6-8, wore a 2xl top now can wear a large or medium depending on the shirt.0
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Been here properly since January, lost 21lbs. Went from a size 5 to a size 1. 5'3" tall.
Tips and tricks? Ate at a calorie deficit and did random workouts.0 -
Yeah this does come off a little strange.
Joined MFP years ago after I had my son.
Was approx a size 12/14.
Now a 2/4.
A LOT of working out, moderation on diet. Weights and cardio. Don't forget to lift.
I apologize if it was written strangely.. I wrote it as I had the thoughts in my head. And I was thinking all of these people look amazing and that is where I started writing...lol. I think my big issue is cardio. I like to try and push myself on the elliptical or treadmill but my asthma kicks in and then I have to stop. But I fugre every step counts..right?0 -
Hey JoJo! I started early January when my size 10 jeans were getting to tight. I have lost 23 lbs and now fit comfortably in a size 6. For me the biggest thing for me to lose the weight was my eating. Now I want to be strong and fast, so I work out like a beast
Hey therer my Dawny!! You look fantastic. Thank you for the motivation you give me. The fact that you aredoing a Warrior Dash ROCKS!!! I have to try harder to workout like a beast!!! I definitely want to look as fit as you do some day...0 -
Yes, every step counts. Try to keep pushing, every time maybe a bit longer, a bit harder. You'll get there.Yeah this does come off a little strange.
Joined MFP years ago after I had my son.
Was approx a size 12/14.
Now a 2/4.
A LOT of working out, moderation on diet. Weights and cardio. Don't forget to lift.
I apologize if it was written strangely.. I wrote it as I had the thoughts in my head. And I was thinking all of these people look amazing and that is where I started writing...lol. I think my big issue is cardio. I like to try and push myself on the elliptical or treadmill but my asthma kicks in and then I have to stop. But I fugre every step counts..right?0 -
I'm basically a size 14 right now! I started at first back in March, but with my bday, Easter, and my sis's bday all within one week of each other, I caved to my outter chubby chick. After a coworker suggested a weight loss challenge, I started back seriously in early May, and haven't stopped since. Portion control is my biggest issue (and might always be...I'm a southern girl, and a Southern BAPTIST girl at that!), so journalling my food and seeing that what I eat, just as much as HOW MUCH I eat has helped. I also cut out all beverages except water (thank goodness for Mio!). And of course, I go to the gym 5-7 days a week. At this point I've lost a total of 38lbs since March (239 down to 201), so it must be working!0
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beautiful people (men and womean) on this site. I have looked a so many of you..and you all look fantastic. Can you please tell me how long you have been a part of MFP, how much you have lost, and just give ma some hope that I will lose the weight. Having you all has helped immensely...
Also, what do you think helped the most of all your changes..exercise, drinking water, nutrition???
I am just wondering if the average woman is sized 14...where the hell are you all (besides me, of course..)??? LOL....
this time around...since February. I am 5'2" tall and weighed 228.4lbs. I was too small for an 18, but too big for a 16. I looked sorta like this.
dillons party by crochetmom2010, on Flickr
I drank at least 64oz of water a day and followed the MFP suggested dietary guidelines. a little over 3 months later, and only about 15lbs gone, I looked like this.
IMG00518-20120518-0906 by crochetmom2010, on Flickr
I wasn't happy with the results, so I tweaked my diet, kept doing 35 minutes of cardio/20 minutes of strength training 3-4x a week. THIS is what happened in another 3 months!
IMG00645-20120726-0919 by crochetmom2010, on Flickr
I'm wearing the SAME size 12/14 workout pants in all the pictures. Size 14 jeans are still snug, but they should fit in a few more weeks 0 -
Yeah this does come off a little strange.
Joined MFP years ago after I had my son.
Was approx a size 12/14.
Now a 2/4.
A LOT of working out, moderation on diet. Weights and cardio. Don't forget to lift.
The guy was talking about himself after looking at the OP's picture. HIS mind stopped after he saw her lovely attributes.
OP, your post wasn't the creeper. He was calling himself that. :laugh: because you are so beautiful.0 -
I started here as a new year's resolution and am down about 50 pounds. Everyone is different, of course, but the thing that worked for me was not to be in too big a hurry. Just chipping away at my weight by meeting my calorie goal every day, I got to learn what foods I liked, what foods I could avoid, and what new foods I could substitute into my diet.
I tried to keep that sense of discovery and trial-and-error when I began to exercise, and just letting my body dictate how fast or how gingerly I should begin something new. It's really given me a lot of confidence I didn't have before to find that I can trust myself (and my MFP friends, who were SO supportive!) in lots of endeavors.
Good luck on your goals, and please don't get discouraged comparing yourself to other people. Your personal success is just around the corner!0 -
Yeah this does come off a little strange.
Joined MFP years ago after I had my son.
Was approx a size 12/14.
Now a 2/4.
A LOT of working out, moderation on diet. Weights and cardio. Don't forget to lift.
The guy was talking about himself after looking at the OP's picture. HIS mind stopped after he saw her lovely attributes.
OP, your post wasn't the creeper. He was calling himself that. :laugh: because you are so beautiful.
CMRiverside.. that was quite a compliment...thank you very much for that.0 -
Jojo--
Well I think most people here are striving to be the best they can be. I think a lot of people out in real life, really aren't (the ones I see).
Anyhow, I think all of the things you listed are important. Eating healthy and clean as you can, drink half my body weight in water, exercising regularly, doing some weights, rest.
It all depends on what your goals are.
Good luck.
I'm an 8 / 10 ....it's a daily thing for me...get up and make good choices.
I'm not trying for a size zero as I don't think for me it's maintainable. (age, and height--I'm almost 5'8)0 -
I started here last August, so am at about a year. I initially had lost a bit before starting MFP, and have lost a total of 21 lbs as of today........now, I know that's a SLOW weight loss, but I set my goals at 1/2 lb a week, so I'm pretty much on target.
I started at a size 16 (some 18's), and am easily a 14 right now. At 5' 3" tall, I can't afford to weigh the 160ish I weigh right now....but I am just going to keep on doing what I've been doing, and I'm sure I'll eventually hit my goal of between 140 and 145.
I changed the way I ate, I exercise more (but I'm not a gym rat..............99% of my exercise has been walking and hiking). I still enjoy beer and treats, but try to stay within goal each day. I want to LIVE my life, not be on a diet............and it took me 57 years to get where I am today, so another year won't hurt :bigsmile: :bigsmile:
The biggest help has been the change of my bad habits. I enjoy eating better, and find it a challenge to stay within my calories & macros, so it's kind of a game for me! And my MFP friends TOTALLY rock.............
Much success to you, Jojo!0 -
Hey JoJo!!
I have been on here for a short while and I love it! The sense of community is awesome, and the tools available on the site help to keep you focused and on target with your goals. I think that using these tools has contributed to my success thus far! Keep up the good work, and welcome!0 -
I started last year at the end of July... my goal was to be AVERAGE and a size 14 :laugh: Now, a year later, I am wearing a belt with the 14s and wear a size 12 comfortably. I started at 200lbs, 5'3", and am now at 166 with a 'maybe, guess we'll see' goal of 150. I drink a minimum of 8 glasses of water a day, work out (be it walking, biking, jogging, whatever) a minimum of a half hour a day, every day. My calorie goal is set to 1370 and I do eat back exercise calories most days. Good luck to you! You are in the right place and can certainly obtain your goals!!! :flowerforyou:0
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beautiful people (men and womean) on this site. I have looked a so many of you..and you all look fantastic. Can you please tell me how long you have been a part of MFP, how much you have lost, and just give ma some hope that I will lose the weight. Having you all has helped immensely...
Also, what do you think helped the most of all your changes..exercise, drinking water, nutrition???
I am just wondering if the average woman is sized 14...where the hell are you all (besides me, of course..)??? LOL....
Sweetheart, I drift between sizes. I can wear from 11-15. It just depends on the brand or type of pants/shorts. Believe me I used to be a size 16.... But I'm here!!!0 -
It takes a lot of patience. You can't rush this. I noticed in your later posts that you have trouble with cardio b/c of asthma. That is ok. You can lose a lot of inches by strength training which should be less harsh on your lungs. Maybe just keep cardio to walking or casual bike riding and start lifting! I can't believe I am doing this again, but here's the link for my 50 pounds lost thread, I was wearing a size 16. Went to a 10 after losing about 47 pounds, then I concentrated more on lifting than cardio and I lost only 3 more pounds but am now in a size 6 that is getting loose!
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/692388-finally-posting-pics-down-50-pounds0 -
Yeah this does come off a little strange.
Joined MFP years ago after I had my son.
Was approx a size 12/14.
Now a 2/4.
A LOT of working out, moderation on diet. Weights and cardio. Don't forget to lift.
The guy was talking about himself after looking at the OP's picture. HIS mind stopped after he saw her lovely attributes.
OP, your post wasn't the creeper. He was calling himself that. :laugh: because you are so beautiful.
I am way too aloof today! I was lost. But yes, she is.0 -
You look great yourself.beautiful people (men and womean) on this site. I have looked a so many of you..and you all look fantastic. Can you please tell me how long you have been a part of MFP, how much you have lost, and just give ma some hope that I will lose the weight. Having you all has helped immensely...
Also, what do you think helped the most of all your changes..exercise, drinking water, nutrition???
I am just wondering if the average woman is sized 14...where the hell are you all (besides me, of course..)??? LOL....
I have only been a part of mfp for a couple weeks but I used to do the same exact thing on another site for a couple years but it's like dead now. My biggest change was my diet, as I have always liked exercising (although now I go about it with a plan). I drink at least 3L of water a day now and it has helped greatly to stave off hunger and help me feel better.
I am 5'10 and I was around 180 or higher at my highest weight, 140 at my lowest (but I struggled to be healthy) and now I'm somewhere around 155 looking to lose the weight healthily. I wear a size 8 dress but looking to be a 6 again.0 -
First of all dont be discouraged. I have been very active for past two years. I just started on here as well to be more aware of the calorie intake and portion control and to actually get an idea how much it takes to work off one oreo.
I would make small goals..
what are you dreams of what you want to accomplish with your body? the challenge0 -
I joined MFP about a year and a half ago and have lost 42 pounds. I started in a size 16 and am now a size 10. I've still got another 28 pounds to go!
This is definitely a time commitment! 0 -
I started my Journey in February at 200 lbs, and a size 18-20. I am now more than 1/2 way towards my goal of 140, and I am a size 10-12.
I am too old to be the girl with the pretty face, so I choose to be the healthy gramma!!!!
Friend me if you so desire!0 -
Hey! I have been on my journey since December 2010 and started using MFP since February 2011 I have lost about 77lbs. What helped me the most was my family, consistently measuring my food (no cheating water, running and self control. I owe it all to MFP, this is exactly what I needed to help me keep track of everything I ate and drank. Don't worry girl I was a 14 as well, started off an 18 and now a size 8! Keep true to this site and you will reach your goals in no time 0
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Joined ....I really can't remember, but I think its almost been a year. *editd: just looked at my Avi and I guess its been just over a year.
SW: 155'ish (sz 6/8)
CW: 138 (sz 4/6)
I've made my goal, now trying to add definition. And....I've met so many awesome friends I couldn't leave even if I felt "perfect"!! Love this site!0 -
Hi Jojo!
I'm not at the amazing part yet but on my way (I think). I started here in May of this year a size 14 but in denial! I have only lost 8 pounds but I am down to a size 8 sometimes 6. I eat healthy, drink water, and lift heavy. I also run 4 days a week. Exercise is what has helped me the most. Now I have boundless energy and a whittling away middle. Good luck! :happy:0 -
just do it0
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Been here for a year, but been at the weight loss thing for almost 3 years, and I'm down over 70 lbs. My guess on why you see only in shape people would be they are probably more comfortable showing more of themseleves in their avatars.0
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