Introductions

This is where I would like everyone to introduce themselves. I will be posting another thread later next week where we can post our weighs in and such!

My name is Amanda.
I'm 23 y/o
I'm 5'1
My highest weight was 210.
My ultimate goal weight is 140.
I was diagnosed last October with type 2 diabetes.
My main reason for getting healthy is so my Hubby and I can start our family. I wanna be healthy for my baby.
I love going fishing!
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  • nomayo
    nomayo Posts: 228
    Thanks for starting this group :)


    My name is Gerardina
    I'm 30 YO
    I'm 5'7"
    My highest was 206 lb
    I'm 191 lb now
    My goal is 150 lb by July or August next year
    And I'm looking forward to use a bikini next summer.


    EDIT to add: I know the group timeline finishes in June 1st, but I'm doing my best to be on track since I'm moving around too much: 2 countries and 3 cities in one year.
  • My name is Missy
    I'm 31 y/o
    I'm 5'4
    My highest weight is 222
    My ultimate goal weight is 150
    I just had my 3rd child so I need to get back in shape like I was before. Also next summer I will be going to Hawaii :)
    My main reason for getting healthy is to be a great mom to my babies and a great wife to my hubby :)
  • kr1ssy23
    kr1ssy23 Posts: 270 Member
    Hi Amanda and thanks for the invite :)
    My name is Kristen.
    I'm 26 years old.
    I'm 5'0"
    My highest weight was 206.
    My ultimate goal weight is 120.
    I was heavy up until my teen years where my lowest weight was 112. After my 3rd pregnancy I went into a depression and started drinking, not watching what I was eating, and just didnt care.
    My main reason for getting healthy is so that I can be here for my kids. I want to be able to keep up with them and also have more confidence in myself.
    I look forward to getting to know you and everyone else in this group. Good luck! :)

    Also : I will be re-starting TurboFire and I also have Slim in 6 :)
  • Im Pattie
    Im 23
    SW 197
    CW 195
    GW 150 or under

    I am currently doing Insanity so my weigh in my be spread out a bit. I don't plan on weighing in until Day 31. But I'm doing measurements every two weeks.

    I just want to get myself healthy and into shape.
  • heartofviolet
    heartofviolet Posts: 119 Member
    Hi! Thanks for the invite, glad to be here!

    My name is Myra.
    I'm 19 years old.
    I'm 5'6".
    My highest recorded weight was 178.
    My current weight is 165 (I think--I need to buy a new scale because the one I own now works sporadically at best and I haven't weighed myself in a few weeks.)
    My ultimate goal weight is 125.
    I want to lose weight because I want to be confident in myself, body AND mind. :) I don't want to be fat during university, TBQH. So yeah, my main motivation is because I want to be thinner so I can be confident in how I look, but I also want to become more healthy (and I'm taking steps every day to eating healthier/cleaner) and fit (working on this, but with a foot injury from doing something really stupid which I'm choosing not to share with you guys, it's not the easiest thing in the world to exercise regularly.)

    Glad to be in this group. :) I like that we're aiming to be at our goals by June the first--that is long-term so it's much more sustainable than wanting to lose x amount of weight by, say, Christmas or something. Hello everyone! Looking forward to getting to know you!
  • crocal
    crocal Posts: 38
    Hi all, I'm Alison
    I'm 46
    I'm 5'0"
    My highest wt was 216
    Current wt 213
    Goal wt 133

    Only just joined the site so I'm hoping with your support I can lose the wt I need to lose and get fit.
  • Hi everyone! I'm Francesca, I'm 21, my stats are:
    SW 172
    CW 148
    GW 130
    and then 126 if i feel good :)
    I've always been fairly 'cuddly' but i got to that point where at 21 i couldn't excuse an overweight BMI as puppyfat ;) that and fit is sexy!
  • oJulia
    oJulia Posts: 33
    Thanks for starting this group. I hope to reach my UGW by June 1st

    My name is Julia
    I'm 23 y/o
    I'm 5'8"
    My highest weight was 206lbs (August 10th, the day I gave birth)
    I currently weigh 182lbs
    My goal weight is 135lbs (my pre-pregnancy weight before my first child).

    I am recovering from a c-section, off restrictions on October 5th. I am breast feeding and am itching to get up and exercise.

    My plan is to do a round or 2 of 30 day shred followed by Insanity. I also love to run.
  • kittybear86
    kittybear86 Posts: 341 Member
    My name is Lauren
    I'm 25(26 in a few weeks)
    I'm 5'8
    My starting weight was 248 lbs.
    My current weight is 241 lbs.
    My goal weight is 168 lbs.

    I have always been self conscious about my weight since my early teen years,and I don't want my weight to take over my life as I get older.

    My reason to get healthy is because I want to be healthy,get in great shape and have more energy,and also feel better about myself for many years to come.
  • Journey2Heaven
    Journey2Heaven Posts: 45 Member
    Hi all. I will make this short and sweet. I am a single mother of 4. I gained about 70 lbs. in the last 5 years and basically got comfortable with it. It was a combination of going through marital issues that aided in my feelings of worthlessness. I didn't really care to maintain my healthy lifestyle because I was so absorbed in my depression. I feel that I am a much happier and spiritually sound person now and I am desiring that my outside reflect my new inside. I am 41 years young, 5'2" 171lbs and would like to ultimately get to 120ish. The weight isn't really so much the goal as to how I look and feel. So that is my quick spiel for now. I hope to meet some awesome people that can keep me motivated and in return I will do the same. Thanks in advance...

    I'll be 42 next month

    SW 172
    CW 171
    GW 120ish


    -Drea
  • nmw2592
    nmw2592 Posts: 2
    I am 37.
    SW: 256
    GW: 185

    I am a mother of two (10 &8). I am doing this because I want to set an example for my daughter. I also want to get a breast reduction and anethesia wont touch me if I am obese. Anyway, I have done Atkins(boring), but it works, Weight watchers(too expensive), so here I am doing something that I can finally afford to do and maintain. Thanks for starting this group. I think that this is a goal that is realistic. Good Luck to all.
  • Nlynn78
    Nlynn78 Posts: 15 Member
    Hi my name is Nikki
    33 years old
    5'10"
    Highest weight - 290
    Current weight - 286
    Goal weight - 175

    I have been on and off the diet bandwagon for many many years. I finally decided I needed to take control of my own life, and stop using the many excuses I had come up with. I recently had a physical, and after being scolded about my weight, blood pressure and being told I was bordering on diabetes, and needed thyroid medication....I finally decided to do something about it. I start a C25k program on Monday with the gym I go to, and I have joined the Self Diet Club for even more support.
    Good luck everyone, we can all do it if we keep at it. Looking forward to getting to know all of you.

    ~N~
  • sarahx_17
    sarahx_17 Posts: 8 Member
    I'm Sarah
    Starting off at 155.4, I want to get down to 110. I'm really excited about this group, I believe it will help keep me on track. I'm looking forward to getting to know you all :)
  • Hi I'm Rosie and am needing to get back on track. I have been on my fitness pal since last November and have encouraged a group of friends to join me and they have done so. But alas they have either lost interest or just couldn't be bothered recording their food. Only one friend has remained with me on my journey - and she has achieved her weight loss and is now keeping track so that she can maintain her weight. Me - I achieved a weight loss of 13 kgs up to March this year. During Winter I haven't been as good as I should have and my weight is waivering within 1kg - 1.5kg of my lowest recorded weight. So Im reasonably happy about that. Now I need to get motivated again - as I would like to lose a further 15kgs because my daughter is getting married mid March and I want to feel good about me. I may not achieve the 15kg but I am going to try and be happy along the way as I discard my bigger clothes for something less big.
  • My name is Cher’rie.
    I live in Yakima,Washington
    I am a wife with grown children So I have an empty Nest.
    I'm 44 y/o
    I'm 5'5
    My highest weight was 346.
    My weight now is 310
    My ultimate goal weight is 135.

    I had and RNY(weight- loss surgery ) In 2002 and lost down to 180 lbs. then I was hit by a car and gained my weight back to 310 Lbs.
    My main reason for getting healthy is My back is not healing well I keep re-injuring it because of my weight. Also, I am tired of my weight confining what I can and cannot do. Finally, I wanna walk down my isle in a skinny girls dress when I renew my wedding vows next June.
  • lengirl75
    lengirl75 Posts: 153 Member
    My name is Sonja
    I am 36 years old
    I live near Cincinnati, OH
    I am 5'4" tall
    My highest weight was 252 lbs!
    My weight now is 214.4 lbs!!
    My goal weight is 120-140 lbs.
  • Hi Everyone! I am a 53 year old grandmother of 6. I would like to see them grow much older but my last checkup at the doctoer revealed that my trigycerides were 451. Not good. Started eating healthier immediately. I started at 230 and am at 218 now. I'm 5'6 so I would like to lose about 40 more. Excited about this group!
  • robinhoward123
    robinhoward123 Posts: 106 Member
    Hi everybody my name is robin. I am 27 years old and I am a stay at home mom, of 2 a boy that is 7 and a girl that is 3. my highest weight was at 245 lbs. My height is 5'2. I would like to get back to my high school weight at 160. I have been a member since the end of November or the beginning of December and summer came along I lost track of time and what I was eating ,so pretty much I lost interest in the internet. Which sometimes is a good thing. I spent my summer playing with my kids and swimming a lot. Within the past month my mom was diagnosed with lung cancer. And when I found out it seem like I stop eating again. And I start gaining weight again. So I'm on here again to get interested in losing weight and keeping track. I look forward to working with you all in reaching your goals. My goal is too reach the 100 mark again. Feel free to friend me. I have deleted most of my old friends for I have not spoke with them in over 3 or 4 months.
  • JamirahMUA
    JamirahMUA Posts: 113 Member
    Hello my name is Jamirah, I'm 23 I'm glad i found this group. i have been on the heavy side my whole life but its gotten way out of control since i went to college in 2006 and gained a freshman 50!! I'm ready to be fit and feel good and look good!

    I'm 5'0
    highest weight: 217
    Current: 198
    Goal: 125-130 and toned
  • khein33
    khein33 Posts: 20
    Hello! My name is Kristen and I am 27. I live in Kansas and have struggled with my weight since I was about 17. I'm looking forward to watching everyones progress and to help others push through the struggles!

    Height: 5'7
    HW: 280
    CW: 260
    GW: 170

    We can all achieve our goals-- no matter the size!

    <3 Kristen
    "The first and the best victory is to conquer self."
  • bradphil87
    bradphil87 Posts: 617 Member
    Hi I'm brad.

    I'm 6'1
    My highest weight was 288 lbs
    My current weight is 201 lbs
    My goal weight is 180 lbs

    I want to get in shape because I want to look good. I feel kinda bad saying it, but it's for pretty vain reasons. I have no health issues, but there is no doubt that I was headed in that direction if I hadn't have made this change when I did.
  • ashleyminus30
    ashleyminus30 Posts: 29 Member
    My name is Ashley.
    I'm 26 years old.
    I'm 5'1
    My highest weight was 155.
    My ultimate goal weight is 115.

    I want to get in shape for many reasons. 1. I'm newly engaged and want to look my absolute best on my wedding day. 2. I've always struggled with weight loss and really want to make the change for good. 3. My family has a history of heart disease, and I need to change my diet and exercise routine now.
  • kr1ssy23
    kr1ssy23 Posts: 270 Member
    Nice to meet all of you. Feel free to add me. Im always looking for more friends and support :)
  • hbm616
    hbm616 Posts: 377 Member
    My name is Hannah
    I'm 23 y/o
    I'm 5' 10"
    highest weight= 299
    current weight ~187
    tentative goal =170
    ultimate goal= 160
    So I guess I only have 27 lbs to lose....but that is close enough to 30, right1?!? =]

    ETA: this group is perfect for me because my birthday is in June and I will be graduating from nursing school around that time so I would love to be healthy and fit by that time!
  • riikka12
    riikka12 Posts: 33 Member
    Hello guys, my name is Erika
    Highest weight: 196 (that's when i decided to make some changes)
    Current weight: 188.5
    Goal Weight: 125
  • gomisskellygo
    gomisskellygo Posts: 635 Member
    My name is JC
    I'm 35 YO
    I'm 5'4"
    My highest was 217 lb
    I'm 174 lb now
    My goal is 140 lb by June of next year.

    I am a mom to two wonderful kids, a son 11, and a daughter 5. My husband has promised a 2-week Hawiaan vacation once I am back in shape. However, I have been on this path way before he promised that! I am currently dealing with a knee injury and have a MRI scheduled for next week. I hope it doesn't slow me down.

    I work full-time, go to school at night, and both of my kids are active in sports. Mostly track, basketball, and soccer. I am busy:)

    Thank you for starting this group!
    I am looking forward to interacting with all of you!
  • curvygirl77
    curvygirl77 Posts: 769 Member
    Hello

    Thanks for adding to the group. I want to get in shape so I can feel good about myself again. When I was smaller I was so much more active and outgoing. I don't want to spend the rest of my life being unhappy with myself so I am determined to do something about it.

    Stats
    SW 173
    CW 164
    GW 135
    UGW 125
  • Bgirl72
    Bgirl72 Posts: 25 Member
    HI I am bgirl72 (Lisa) I have been on the heavy side all of my life and recently hit a milestone of turning 40 on June 1st!!!!!!! I have given myself 1 year to battle obesity FOREVER (and win this time)!!!!, so this June 1 2013 is the perfect ending date!


    I Currently weigh 262 (8/23/12)
    Goal 180 ( Ill regroup and "re-goal) once I hit this weight
    I started last week on insanity and I quietly love it.

    I need accountability partners on this Journey and I am glad to be here
    I am an emotional eater, learning for the first time how to direct my emotions away from food and more towards the Lord.
    I am 5'7"
  • Marilyn2405
    Marilyn2405 Posts: 6 Member
    Hello everyone I am Marilyn. I am 5'9", 25 years old and single with no children. I am on here to find that healthy strong body I used to have while playing college softball. I had 2 knee surgeries and I gained almost 90 pounds over a 5 year span. I am a private softball instructor to over 20 girls and I am a personal hitting and pitching coach for 2 different teams. I want to be a good role model for all of these girls that I work with. I was an exercise science major in college so I have a great interest in health and fitness! I decided that I am no longer using my knee injury as an excuse and I am going to get back to feeling good about myself again.
    My highest Weight= 235
    Current Weight= 219
    Ultimate Goal Weight= 145 (however I am focusing on short term goals up until I lose the first 50 pounds and then going from there) :)

    Anyone feel free to friend me as I am new to this site and only have 1 friend right now.... I feel accountability and support is huge to get through some of the tough times.

    Good Luck Everyone!!
  • hi..my name is Deanna
    i am 43 or 44 ( i never remember and am too tired to do the math)
    i am 5'7
    my sw was 213 lbs
    my current weight is 199 lbs
    my goal weight is 135 lbs

    i am a mother of three, wife to one, and friend to many...
    i love life and want to be here to enjoy it
    so its time to change...