Any Teens on Here? Need PeerSupport

maddycovs
maddycovs Posts: 31
edited December 26 in Introduce Yourself
I'm 18 an ready for a change. I'm 5' 11" and 240 lbs and have struggled with my weight my entire life. I'm looking to lose weight so I can gain more self-confidence, and also to excel better at myfavorite sport: basketball. Any other teens who are going through a similar process feel free to tell me about yourself and what your inspiration is :smile:

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  • Synryo
    Synryo Posts: 54 Member
    Hi =]
    I'm 19, I too have struggled with weight for most of my life. There have been a few years in between where I was a decent weight, but I've never been in my ideal shape. I want to finally accomplish my goals so I can start fresh in college. I'm pretty new here too, could always use a bigger support circle =)
  • 12goingon17
    12goingon17 Posts: 19
    Feel free to friend me :) im almost to my goal but I could still use more support.

    I'd been trying to lose weight since I was around 13. not because I was horribly overweight, but more just because I ate all this junk and somehow found myself shocked to see the number on the scale increase. I've been trying to develop a better lifestyle while losing some unnecessary weight. :)
  • maddycovs
    maddycovs Posts: 31
    Thanks both of you for sharing with me! It's nice to see other teens who are trying to change their lives too! I love having all this support and I'll definitely add you as friends :)
  • allisonleigh11
    allisonleigh11 Posts: 34
    Hey :) I'm 18 I have struggled with my weight most of my life and i had a hard time with binge eating for a while but im over that and have been ready to change! We can support each other if you would like im newish also! I will send you a friend request add me if you want!
  • Druidchickz
    Druidchickz Posts: 1
    Hello there :)
    Looks like I'm in the right crowd! I'm 18, and I've also been having problems with my weight for as long as I can remember...Here's hoping that this system is just what I need for change - happy to be a support for you guys, it's great (ironically) to see others in the same boat as me, trying for something a bit different!
  • annielaura64
    annielaura64 Posts: 5
    same boat here!
    i am 18 and i am also new :)
    i want to loose weight for a confidence boost, would love to add you, seeing as we are all in the same boat and we all need support :D
  • shakeitoffbxch
    shakeitoffbxch Posts: 25 Member
    Me too! Im 18 and have struggled with my weight my entire life. Got worse with some tough times, emotional/binge eater right here. looking for some positive people :) I will send you a request- add if you want :)
  • mchildress11
    mchildress11 Posts: 1
    I'm 19 and I have always wanted to get back into shape! I hope with support and this site, I can do that, and I hope everyone else in high school or college can get the body/life they want too! I'm a very positive person and I know support is the most important thing and seeing other people's progress is just as helpful! It's nice to be in the same boat for once! :)
  • serhioramos
    serhioramos Posts: 59 Member
    My name is Caroline and I'm 19... I'd love as many friends on here as possible!
    I've never been super overweight or anything, but as of lately I've gotten into long distance running and really feel motivated to become the athlete I know I have the potential to be... I'm about 5 pounds overweight at the moment but I'd like to lose 30 in order to have a super fit body. :) I've lost 3 pounds so far.... Feel free to add me if you want.
  • fluteypie
    fluteypie Posts: 42 Member
    Hello! :) I'm also 18, I'm 5'0" and needing to lose about 15lbs. I definitely know where you're coming from, wanting to feel confident and everything. One thing I always try to remind myself, though, is that even though I'm a little chubby, doesn't mean I can't change my attitude and love my body now! I used to get really down about it but I've changed my way of thinking and it makes the whole weight loss journey a lot better. Feel free to add me, I'd love for us to help each other out! <3
  • repponse
    repponse Posts: 10
    Hey! :) I'm 18 and a college freshman. I am 222lb and 5'4". My ultimate goal is to be 130 by April 2013. I've always had issues with overeating, binge eating, and a strong hatred for exercise. I've only been on this journey for about a two weeks (was sick for one week ): ) , BUT I'm making progress now. I'm naming my journey the "freshman anti-fifteen" Because I WILL NOT be the freshman that goes to college and gains, but I'm going to prove everyone wrong by losing 90lbs! I want to be confident, love clothes shopping, and look absolutely stunning for my second anniversary with my boyfriend. I try to be positive most of the time. I would really love encouragement from others (Even those small comments help sooo much!) Also, if anyone has easy recipes I can make in my college apartment, please message me! Feel free to add me as a friend! Can't wait to hear from others! :)
  • LesleySherly
    LesleySherly Posts: 3
    Hey, I'm from Germany and will be in the USA for a year. actually a half year is already over. I'm 5'5" and 158lbs. Not that bad but I gained 13pounds since I'm here in the states and that doesn't feel good. I have troubles with my weight for so long (got rude comments since the 6grade) I just want to loose that weight again to fit in my German cloth again. I would love to have some support and i.would like to support others so please add me.:)
  • melinadanielle
    melinadanielle Posts: 280
    hey there!
    i'm 19 (almost 20!) and ive been battling my weight for over 10 years. Ive been over weight ever since my parents split, back when i was 7 years old. I am here now, making the change and I could use the support too! I am here for anybody else that needs support as well. so anybody is free to add me (: the more friends the merrier!
  • collarbonelove
    collarbonelove Posts: 2 Member
    Hey! I'm 18 years old, I desperately need to lose this unsightly weight. I am 5'1 and 204lbs. Disgusting. So add me and help me keep on track. Happy counting!
  • piya121
    piya121 Posts: 11 Member
    hey :) I'm going to be a senior in high school, and i have been overweight pretty much my entire life. I am definitely ready for a change, and i want to be confident and look amazing for college next year :)

    I am 5'2" and 170 pounds. Being short and fat is an awful combination.

    Friend me!
  • JaseyMakesHerMove
    JaseyMakesHerMove Posts: 37
    I'm 17, 5"7 and am about 240. I'm entering my senior year and would really like to feel happy and healthy so I can enjoy this time. And even better, so when I leave for college I can leave confident. Feel free to add me.
  • mfp116
    mfp116 Posts: 108
    I'm 19:) feel free to add me if you would like! ive tried losing weight so many times but i do think mfp is the most effective not only because you get support from loads of people but its so much easier to know exactly how well your doing with food and exercise :3
  • Lindbergnd
    Lindbergnd Posts: 38
    Hi everyone! I'm 19, like most of you, 5'3 122-119 and just wanting to tone up. I'm also leaving for bootcamp in three weeks, so trying to get ready for that! I have confident issues, a lot lately. I have workout ALOT and i have been for the past four years but have never focused on the way i ate. Now i am and I'm hoping to see more progress with my stomach.
    Feel free to add, i would love to get to know all of you!!
  • Time4Chnge
    Time4Chnge Posts: 1
    I'm 18 and I just started hmm about a week ago. I didn't really have an issue with my weight until I got to high school but since I'm starting college in two months I figured I should probably change a few things.I'm 5'1 and weigh 190 . I'll be going to school for baking and pastry and something tells me I'll be eating more than I bake if I don't get into shape soon.
  • intergalactick
    intergalactick Posts: 18 Member
    I'm a teen, message me about the specific age, 5'1 1/2" and 198. I've just always kind of struggled with myself and I've been promising myself for years I'd get skinny. I just want to be confident before high school ends. And I will be. Hi. :)
  • JenniferGLeigh
    JenniferGLeigh Posts: 1
    I'm 18 and 5'7" about 155 at the moment! Feel free to add me! I'm trying to lose weight because recently I've learned to control my eating and decided it's time to get healthy. I use to be anorexic, then I became a binge eater and became obsessed with food, andgained tons and tons of weight. It has been a long journey for me!
  • xNicoleDenisex
    xNicoleDenisex Posts: 1
    Hi! I'm 19 and just recently went to the doctor and found I weighed 228 (we don't own a scale at home so I never really kept track). I just joined the site today because when I went to the doctor and saw a PA she recommended this site to help me with my weight. So, I decided why not?! I want to be a role model for those around me, and I just want to be happier with myself. I'm naturally a positive person and don't really focus or try to focus on other people's outside appearance, I like to get to know people and what they're like on the inside. Uhm..so yeahh if you want to be friends add me, if not that's okay too! I just want to offer my support to anyone who may need it and to maybe have some for myself as well :)
  • aubreykkkk
    aubreykkkk Posts: 147 Member
    I'm a teen! I'm a 5'1" and 98 pound vegetarian who struggles with EDNOS and OCD. If that doesn't bother you then please add me. :) I would love to have more friends on here! Thank you!
  • frodolives19
    frodolives19 Posts: 96
    Hey! I'm eighteen as well. We're fairly close weight/height-wise too. I'm 5'10" and 235 lbs. Please feel free to add me, or I'll add you if I can figure it out (still kinda knew to this website, myself)!
  • greektoast
    greektoast Posts: 3
    Hey guys! I'm 18 and I'm a dude, and gay! I would really like to achieve the weight that I used to have but would really enjoy the support of people who want to improve themselves along with me! So if anyone is looking for friends to help them on this, suck-tastic journey of healthy food and... (dare I say?) exercise, add me! :flowerforyou:
  • CuteAndSilly
    CuteAndSilly Posts: 1
    Hi; I'm18 and I just started, but my friends recommended this site, so I'm trying it. I have been overweight my entire life, and I really want to change; no just so I'd look great, but also to help my health. I have asthma, so I'm trying to build my lung capacity and lose weight so my lungs don't have extra work. I'd love it if you would be my friend and help support me! After we reach our goals, we could get together and celebrate!
  • itsrachel23
    itsrachel23 Posts: 2
    I'm 17 and I am gonna be a senior in high school. Would love some new friends from mfp :)
  • LittleChelly
    LittleChelly Posts: 2
    I'm 17, 140 pounds and I'm 5'2. Although I don't feel over-weight my doctor keeps telling me I need to lose it cause I gained 7 pounds over the course of 3 months. My goal is to at least get back down to 125.

    No one has bullied me or anything because the way I gain weight it isn't noticeable so it's easy for me to gain it if I don't have the visual.

    Let's be friends and motivate each other :)
  • Bianca61210
    Bianca61210 Posts: 4
    Hi everyone, im 18. Struggled with my weight sence middle school. I have graduated high school.
    but if anyone needs help im here to help;)
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