Restarting this- Looking for others for support

Tynahall
Tynahall Posts: 7 Member
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I have tried losing weight multiple times. Last week I weighed in at 299 and almost cried I swore to never see the 300 mark so here I am. Only it feels different this time. Real and personal I guess :) Just yesterday I took myself on a 7.2 mile walk. I wasn't quite in shape as I thought but it felt like climbing my own mini fat walk Mount Everest :) When I came home i totally did the rocky fist pump in my driveway :) I hope to find like minded friends to have Rocky moments with me :)
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  • stork32
    stork32 Posts: 36
    GOod luck on your journey! You're def not alone. Feel free to add me for some additional support. :) I was just on here looking for support yesterday!
  • Larousse77
    Larousse77 Posts: 2
    Me too, weighed myself at the end of a 2 week vacation and it was scary! So this is my second day back on here after being away nearly a year!

    Larousse
  • kayderkam
    kayderkam Posts: 15 Member
    Hi. I understand how you feel, I have never felt so horrible about myself. I decided to get on the dreaded scale the other day, and low and behold... surprise surprise, I weighed more then I ever have. You can add me, I have never tried this site before, so I am new. I like it allot so far! Good luck to you!
  • alycat06
    alycat06 Posts: 75
    You are absolutely not alone! I would be happy to join you in the Rocky fist pump moments! Feel free to add me!
  • chljlleal
    chljlleal Posts: 229 Member
    It's a long road, but I'm sure you can do it. Feel free to add me too, we can support each other along the way.
  • roxxie1988
    roxxie1988 Posts: 2 Member
    I too am struggling as I have reached the highest point my weight has ever been. I am new on this site but find the accountability helpful. We all need support from others who can related to what we are feeling.
  • cbrown19
    cbrown19 Posts: 4
    Tyna, I know it's discouraging but sounds like you are already healthier! I am making my friends do the fitnesspal too because I do better when I can cheerlead them on- it keeps me on task! I bet it would help you too! Feel free to add me if you want to root for me and I'll certainly root for you!!
  • Srogas
    Srogas Posts: 44 Member
    Hi! Feel free to add me! I was away and came back this summer. I am in the obese category for the first time in my life. Time to take care of me. I would love to be a friend to all of you to give you support and encouragement! :)
  • lpeace2u
    lpeace2u Posts: 94 Member
    I've been on MFP for 8 months. I lost 22 lbs. gained 5 back. Now i'm back at it! Please add me for motivation.
  • grasshopper3988
    grasshopper3988 Posts: 9
    This is my third and final try at this. I just signed up and got started yesterday. Similar story, I weighed in at 197 and promised myself I would NOT get to 200. Please feel free to add me & we can support each other!
  • Chris6111729
    Chris6111729 Posts: 6 Member
    Please feel free to add me as well. . .

    I totally struggle with the motivation part of this. . .I have been in and out of here like 4 times this year alone. . .

    I've had some success, however got back on the scale and was a nice round 262. . .I hadn't been over the 260 mark in 5 years, it was personal mission to stay under that level and I felt as long as i was under it I was okay, let's bear in mind I was always over 250. . .

    About 5 years ago I got myself down to about 220, and it's been all up hill from there. . .

    Best of luck to all. . .
  • kharmon70
    kharmon70 Posts: 6 Member
    You are definitely not alone. I lost 220lbs and kept if off for 4 years. Within the last 8 months I allowed myself to gain 45lbs back. During the last 8 months I tried to start over at least a dozen times, but it just didn't work after a day, two at the most. However, this time I am on my second week and have lost 10 lbs of the 45 I have to lose. It is different this attempt at starting over, maybe the timing just had to be spot on. Anyway, this time I believe it is. I wish you luck and hope you stay the course. :smile:
  • talaysia3
    talaysia3 Posts: 84 Member
    Good for you going on your walk of 7.2 miles :smile:
  • lovelycandy
    lovelycandy Posts: 2
    God luck with this. I know I need some and I'm here if you need some motivation. In the same boat.
  • murphy612
    murphy612 Posts: 734 Member
    7.2 miles? WOW that's pretty amazing :-) You can add me if you'd like
  • tbetts23
    tbetts23 Posts: 303 Member
    You can do this! We all have that aha moment. Mine happened when I had to go to the big girl section for clothes for my fathers funeral. It's a tough journey but this site is an amazing source of support and encouragement. Add me if you'd like.:flowerforyou:
  • utahgirl247
    utahgirl247 Posts: 370 Member
    support, support, support offered here. feel free to add if you like. alone its much harder, together, all things are possible!!
  • sunshinesquared
    sunshinesquared Posts: 2,733 Member
    You can do this!!!! Lots of wonderful support here! :flowerforyou:

    BTW....I noticed that you are just down the road from me...I'm also in KY!
  • hayley9914
    hayley9914 Posts: 80 Member
    Hey! I have been down the weightloss road so many times over the years, but I feel different this time too. I actually believe I can change my lifestyle with the help and support from this site. Feel free to add me for some extra support! x
  • Kswiss83
    Kswiss83 Posts: 41 Member
    I completely understand. I am on here for the first time. However, I had lost 70 lbs on WW and have gained a little more than half back. Add me for support. I will definitely need it as well =)
  • dreamhill
    dreamhill Posts: 28
    Good start! Feel free to add me as well. I will relish in those "Rocky" moments with you. I am finding myself looking forward to my walk/runs more than ever now; especially after wearing my heart rate monitor and typing in those calories burned into MFP
  • sbernardy
    sbernardy Posts: 188
    Anyone feel free to add me... I'm on here daily... and always try to leave positive comments if I can squeeze in a few mins!
  • misslady72
    misslady72 Posts: 37 Member
    Im here for anyone who would like to add me :) I love making new mfp friends and we can all support each other!

    ~~Lisa
  • MommaKit79
    MommaKit79 Posts: 852
    Feel Free to add me!!

    I feel the MOTIVATION pain!! I did really well before my wedding and then didnt stick with the new lifestyle after the honeymoon and then got preggers quickly...that was 3 yrs ago! I have been trying to get back into it for awhile now and slowly but surely, I am getting there!

    WE CAN DO THIS!!! :)
  • SigningMomma
    SigningMomma Posts: 10
    Hi! I lost 141 lbs, but after having a baby and losing my mother, I've gained about 50 lbs. So here I am, doing my best to get back on track! I'm with you! Feel free to add me! We can do this!

    Dawn
  • reasnableblonde
    reasnableblonde Posts: 212 Member
    Feel free to add me! (I'm adding you now.)

    I often talk to my closest friends and family members about my journey, and although they lament that they're trying to lose weight and get in shape too (and several of them have been pretty successful), they're not really doing it alongside me. I don't know why it is that people feel the need to diet alone. I think there's a saying about how dieting is the loneliest feeling. I can't remember how it goes.

    Anyway, I had a huge NSV yesterday and I was so disappointed that I was the only one that was so excited about it (my husband was happy for me, but he's a human garbage disposal, doesn't ever have to worry about his weight or endurance/energy, and doesn't understand my frustrations). The only other one who was excited with me was my puppy. :-) No one likes to celebrate alone!!!
  • quietstormz_wehcnage
    quietstormz_wehcnage Posts: 58
    I would love to befriend you!!! add me please ,good luck!!
  • SusanMcAvoy
    SusanMcAvoy Posts: 445 Member
    Hi my name is Sue and I have been on here since March 2011. I am 55 years old and weighed 197 when I started. I lost 47 pounds but gained back 7. Because of my age, my weight loss is very s-l-o-w. If any of you are serious about giving support as well as looking for encouragement feel free to add me. I am on vacation this week so I won't be very active on here until next Monday. I hope I don't gain too much while I am away. I don't even want to go but have no choice. Everybody have a nice day. Peace! :flowerforyou:
  • slimfitin40s
    slimfitin40s Posts: 15
    Hi there! I am brand new here also. I just decided I have to start taking care of myself as well as I take care of those I care about. I dont know how to add a friend on here yet but please feel free to add me.
  • JilianneNicole
    JilianneNicole Posts: 116 Member
    Feel free to add me! I had my aha moment in January! I am always on and try to be encouraging and motivational!!! Anyone else feel free to add me as well!!!! You can do this girl :)

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