Canadian girl!

Hey, everyone!

I'm Christina and I'm currently in the process of trying to lose 90 lbs, but mostly looking to lose inches and be super healthy! I've been doing this for 3 1/2 months now and just decided to start participating in the message boards here at MFP! :D It looked really helpful and fun, so I thought I'd give it a try. <3

I'm going to be looking for motivation for using healthy eating to be healthier instead of healthy eating + exercise because I'm having surgery in 9 days (gallbladder removal) and can't exercise for 3 weeks post-op, so I came here!

Feel free to introduce yourself and we can motivate each other! :)

My tumblr/fitblr is christinafitness.tumblr.com if anyone else is on there!

Replies

  • Hi Canadian girl... fellow Canadian Girl here. I live in BC, obese and making a major lifestyle change. I'm on this program b/c its free and easier than Weight Watchers.
  • I'm also from Canada. (Alberta)
    I'm looking to lose about 20 more pounds. Feel free to add me so we can help motivate and support eachother :)
  • Hey!

    I'm from Ontario and have 116 pounds to lose! Glad to meet some more Canucks on here! :-)
  • Amber50lbsDown
    Amber50lbsDown Posts: 255 Member
    Im a Canadian Girl ( toronto Ontario) lost 40 lbs so far looking to lose 20-25 more... GL with your sugury and your weight loss goals.....!!!!
  • xo_Sarah_xo
    xo_Sarah_xo Posts: 308 Member
    I am from Nova Scotia so you are among a lot of fellow Canadians!!! I have sent you a friend request. I agree, this is cheaper and a lot better than things like Weight Watchers :wink:
    Talk soon! Sarah :smile:
  • smileymel27
    smileymel27 Posts: 171 Member
    I'm canadian, too!!
    Feel free to add! I've got 64 lbs to go (maybe more)... and I love having people to support! :)
  • Southern Ontario here. Feel free to add me :) and good luck with your weight loss!
  • going2befit4ever
    going2befit4ever Posts: 225 Member
    Vancouver Island BC, take care and don't try to be a hero following your op cos it may impede your recovery, Good luck on your journey we'll root for you
  • glennstoudt
    glennstoudt Posts: 403 Member
    You might wish to look at it as 1 pound to lose 116 times. Might be easier. Good wishes and good luck.
  • Van. Isle girl here too :0) Looking forward to encouraging you on your journey!
  • stina0t2
    stina0t2 Posts: 62 Member
    Welcome! Another Canadian Christina here.
    Feel free to add.
  • I'm in Guelph Ontario, a senior with another 30 to lose. I was doing great until I came down with an autoimmune disease- they have put me on Steroids (among other things) so now I'm fighting the weight gain side effect as well..........it's rough going. Any help I can get to stay motivated is appreciated.
    I'm Lorrie
    Regards all
  • LinaBo
    LinaBo Posts: 342 Member
    I'm from Vancouver Island, though I also lived in Toronto for 5.5 years, up until a year ago. If it helps any, I'm also due for surgery. Waiting on my confirmation letter for exactly when; as far as I know, it's for arthroscopic shoulder surgery, to remove calcium deposits caused by calcific tendinitis. Still training (I love to lift), just having to modify exercises to accommodate the limits in range and weakness when holding certain weights with arms parallel or higher to the joint. Can't wait to get these buggers taken out!

    Anyway, more about me is in my profile. If you take a similar approach to fitness (delays due to surgery, aside), feel free to add me.
  • Hi there! You're friendly.
    I"m on day 6, eve of day 7. Really SPLURGED today and don't feel bad for it. On a 1600 calorie plan and enjoyed 2400 calories today. I have been quite disciplined but felt today was a good day to let go.
    I'm 45, married 25 yrs with an adult daughter and 17 y/o son with Aspergers Syndrome.
    I am finally looking after myself after 10 plus years of putting my kids ahead of myself. I'm using a CPAP machine to breath properly at night and that is my motivation for logging my food and being diligent in getting healthier.
    I look forward to hearing about your journey and sharing successes and supporting you throughout the tough times.
    Ellen
  • liketoyak
    liketoyak Posts: 210 Member
    Hi everyone. Also a Canadian here! Just starting out myself and would love some friends nearby. Feel free to add me!
  • buffyangel2000
    buffyangel2000 Posts: 54 Member
    Another Canadian girl here from Saltspring Island BC, feel free to add me as a friend. That goes for everyone lol.