Over 145lbs TO LOSE, Need TRUE/GENUINE support network!

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  • lynnmariestan1
    lynnmariestan1 Posts: 36 Member
    I also sent you a freind request, so I look forward to seeing your success, and hearing about your challenges. I have about 80 pounds or so to lose. I dont even know, because I have been over 200 lbs for so long, I'm not really sure what I should weigh. I started this January at about 227. I've had some great weeks, and then some foolish days where I ate donuts and chocolate candy and pizza. On those days that I ate like that, I felt really sick. I would wake up many times in the night and need to eat pepto bismal tablets and drink alka seltzer. I use to eat like that all the time, and for some reason, I thought that I enjoyed it so much, I couldnt possibly not eat like that. Just this past month, I have discovered that by going back to that gross way of eating, I realize it is not "fun" or really enjoyable, the way that I thought for so many years that it was. Now that I've been eating mostly organic foods, whole foods rather than processed foods, and tons and tons of vegetables, I feel a million times better. I guess I'm glad that I reverted back to the old, sick food habits last week, because the experience really was an eye opener. THat sugary processed garbage that I associate with pleasurable memories of mindless gorging, isnt enjoyable at all. Now that I know what real food tastes like, a store bought donut or candy bar tastes really fake. It is sweet, which is what I am looking for, but it is really really fake tasting. Like a concoction of chemicals, which is what it really is.
    Be sure to search healthy websites for delicious ways to make vegetables and you will be amazed that they can actually be more enjoyable to eat than a bag of Oreo cookies, or a bag of Hershey kisses. Never thought I'd feel this way. I have found so many low carb websites with awesome recipes, let me know if you would like the links to any of them.
    Just think, this summer we will look and feel so much better!!::
  • as_tech
    as_tech Posts: 5 Member
    Hello from Brazil!:flowerforyou:

    I do tests in this system, about 1 year +/-... This system, realy work fine, if you do your job (eat inside measure/calibrated values by MyFitnesspal, put your calorie burn day / by day, etc)... Enter the data who the system needs and my tip: If the system says to you: your calorie day are 2.400 Kcal... setup to 2.200 per day... it´'s work fione and your body no says/think (need more kcal)...

    Welcome and go to your target!

    Andrey from Brazil
  • keya729
    keya729 Posts: 166 Member
    well you can find all types of support here!! I started using MFP in December to track how I was eating then when Jan 1st rolled around I was used to cutting back. I started working out two days a week ( my job allows us to use a gym tue/thur) and now I've upped it to working out four days a week Mon/Wed I work on my toning and Tue/Thur I work on my cardio. :smile:
  • hannahmellis
    hannahmellis Posts: 2
    Support is the most important aspect of getting into shape and losing weight ! I'm looking forward to seeing your progress and success! I don't think I could have committed without myfitnesspal and seeing amazing success stories. My tip would be eating clean, and sticking to it. I haven't eaten any junk in the last 2 months and now I don't even crave it (except for 1 square of 70% dark chocolate once a week..hehe). Get over that 1 month slump and those carb, sugar and fat cravings will just disappear. Although it may feel difficult, its super easy once you get the hang of it, it becomes second nature. Since January I've lost 15lbs. I'm aiming for 45-55lbs gone by summer. That's 2lbs/week, so far I'm reaching my goal weight by eating clean and exercising daily. I eat 70% fruits and vegetables, 20% lean protein, 1-2 servings of dairy and 1-2 healthy grains excluding wheat (Oh and drink tons of water...as much as physically possible). I don't eat anything processed or sweetened, go back to nature as much as possible and you'll achieve your goal for sure. I've been doing zumba three days a week and every other day I do a Billy Banks Taebo workout dvd. I feel fantastic! My jiggly legs are still a little jiggly but when I flex them I feel muscle for the first time ! I will never go back to eating crap and being lazy ever again and even though I have only achieved 1/3 of my goal weight loss, it makes me so much more motivated to just keep losing and I hope you become the same way !
  • jenniferswooten
    jenniferswooten Posts: 137 Member
    You can add me. I have about 80 pounds to lose. I'm on here every day and love giving and getting support. Just remember set small goals. Looking at the end goal seems overwhelming sometimes. Good luck!
  • jb1164
    jb1164 Posts: 40 Member
    Well, I guess all these replies are the reason there are so many successes on MFP. I started on here 1st Feb. I've got 100 plus pounds to lose, but 13 of them have gone aleady! Feel free to add me. My food diary is open, and I enjoy cooking, so am always looking for creative ways to make healthy food more tasty. I am the most determined I've ever been to get healthy.

    Good luck on your journey. Eat less, move more. It is really that simple!

    Cheers,

    Jan :0)
  • LizASterling
    LizASterling Posts: 15
    Faith and determination we can do this. I have 75lbs to loose
    Feel free to add me
  • JefferyMartin
    JefferyMartin Posts: 42 Member
    Please add me for support! I am down already 100lbs but I still have some to go!:smile::wink:
  • slingshotsparro
    slingshotsparro Posts: 34 Member
    Oooh! Add me! Add me!
  • xDaniix
    xDaniix Posts: 51
    YOU CAN DO IT! id like to lose approx 90lbs, ive sent you a request :)
  • mindygeske
    mindygeske Posts: 120 Member
    <3 You can totally do it! Any of you feel free to add me. I'm down almost 90 pounds. Every pound I see off that scale for me is a tiny victory! Here if you ever want to chat.
  • amiskinnyyetorwhat
    amiskinnyyetorwhat Posts: 10 Member
    Feel free to add me. I am also looking for genuine friends!
  • sliikala
    sliikala Posts: 5
    Hay I have just started need some serious support and help also, perhaps we could help one another out?!! add me xxx
  • goCOLTS25
    goCOLTS25 Posts: 28
    Thank you ALL so much for the overwhelming amount of support already. I'm so ready!
  • tammymichelestrickland
    tammymichelestrickland Posts: 5 Member
    Hi there... support is soooo important to the weight loss process in my opinion... It is soo great to know that others are right there in the same boat you are.... Always around... good luck!!!!
  • Arlyn514
    Arlyn514 Posts: 16
    CONGRATS ON YOUR DECISION! Please add me as a pal anyone viewing this. I started today and need to lose 62.3 pounds just to feel better. Would love to make it more, but need to be realistic! :happy:
  • KirstieLambo
    KirstieLambo Posts: 6
    That will be such an achievement once you've reached your goal!
    You know when you're ready to start aiming so sounds like your in the right frame of mind which a good support network will help!
    I've got to lose 117lb - have lost 21lb already (weigh in tomorrow) so feel free to add me for mutual support.
    Good luck!

    Kirsty x
  • oudixon
    oudixon Posts: 389 Member
    Anyone can add me as well.

    I started out around 360 and I am currently at 340 in just a month. My goal is to get to 200 pounds in the next year. I know the rapid weight loss won't continue, but I do believe the first 75 pounds or so will continue to come quickly. The second 75 will be a little harder.

    best of luck to you and all. This site has made it easier for me, especially just counting calories to begin with.
  • bethanykf
    bethanykf Posts: 68
    I've got 137-ish pounds to lose. Down 12.2 already and hoping to keep up the trend. :)
  • lseed87
    lseed87 Posts: 1,105 Member
    I'm always on here.
  • smj60
    smj60 Posts: 18
    I have about 40-50 to lose and a good support system is crucial. Feel free to add me!
  • Poodapie
    Poodapie Posts: 10 Member
    I am will to help, add me if ya need me.
  • goCOLTS25
    goCOLTS25 Posts: 28
    Love all the support from my new friends!
  • BTes
    BTes Posts: 7 Member
    Day One! Nervous about this, but relying on The LORD to help me through this. Want/Need to lose 145+ lbs.

    I've chosen today to start this because I'm going to MARCH FORTH!!! Get it?? March 4th (forth)!!
  • donohoe4
    donohoe4 Posts: 76 Member
    Feel free to add me! I still have about 40 to go. I will help any way I can.
  • jonesite
    jonesite Posts: 40 Member
    I would love to be friends determined to overcome our weight problems together. I also have to lose about 170 lbs, and I don't have any friends that are in the same boat that I am in. So it would be great to have someone that understood where I'm coming from and give me the genuine support I need because they understand. MFP is really a wonderful tool and I am really enjoying reading about other peoples success stories, advice, and encouraging words.
  • kpnestle
    kpnestle Posts: 3
    Hi :) KP here ! 125lbs to lose !! Just starting and I know slow and steady wins the race, but I think having cheerleaders, support and sharing sure will help !!!! Let's do this !!!!!!!! I am new as of this week so I say add me and we'll figure it out ..... :)
  • Kimma34
    Kimma34 Posts: 66 Member
    Hi,

    Struggling with over 100lbs to lose too!! Add me if you want!! We can do this!

    -Kim
  • soyasee
    soyasee Posts: 19 Member
    Hi. I started my weight loss journey at about 281 pounds and so far have lost 70 of it so far. The last month I noticed a lot of loose skin and began exercising with weights to firm up the flab. I've have maintained the weight I've lost but hadn't really concentrated losing more until this past week. I just felt my body needed time to adjust to the weight change. I was inspired today when I was able to move down from a Plus Size 1 X pant to an Extra-Large. I was wearing 2x at one time. That has helped to encourage me.
    I'd still like to lose 75 or so more lbs. I've cut almost all sugar and white breads and flour. That's helped the most with my weight loss. YOU CAN DO THIS!!
  • goCOLTS25
    goCOLTS25 Posts: 28
    Hey everyone!! I am BACK and need your love and support!! Give me another chance - I won't be a quitter this time. :)

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