Day one with 90lbs to lose
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I agree with everyone babysteps is the way to do it. When I started I had over 100 lbs and it seemed overwhelming and impossible. I just concentrated on 10lbs at a time and bought myself a new pair of earrings for every 10 lbs I lost. Now i have lost 105 lbs and have alot of cute earrings......YOU CAN DO IT
log in your foods everyday
exercise at least 5 days a week
if it fits into your calorie count eat it if it doesnt DONT0 -
I started out with 80 to lose. I'm at 50 lbs down. Baby steps is what did it for me. I set mini goals of 10 lbs each. It's easier to grasp mini goals vs. looking at 90 lbs to lose.0
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You can do it! I have to lose close to that! Never look at how much you need to lose. I always take it week by week. : ) Feel free to add me. I am motivated and I have my diaries viewable.0
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Feel free to add me. I have a way to go yet but I am doing it!0
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you can do it! trust me I lost 85 pounds
I am trying to lose more 
It's a lot harder when you feel really awesome at the lowest weight you never been before and unmotivates me lol so now I don't feel that I'm back to dieting so yeah if anyone can do it, so can you 0 -
Welcome to the forums! Take it one pound at a time, you'll get there (:0
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I've just started. I feel overwhelmed by how much I have to lose but I believe I can do this. I'd love to get support from people as I do this.
take one day at a time and log in everyday and exercise and you will reach your goal in no time. i like your profile pic as well0 -
Hello and welcome....I've been apart of MFP since May 3rd. I started losing weight after my appointment with my Dr on January 5th. Prior to MFP I had lost....17lbs and wanted to start working harder at losing more. Since May 3rd I've lost 40lbs and I have another at least 40 to go. You can do it...baby steps a little at a time.0
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Of course you can do it! Just make sure to give yourself time and remember to forgive yourself when you have set-backs. And turn up the radio!0
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Hello there. My name is Tammy. I started my weight loss journey February 8th 2012. At the time I weighed 288lbs at 5'9". I was miserable. I set my goal weight at 155 lbs. or where I feel healthiest which ever came first. I am currently down 83lbs!! My current weight is 203lbs. I am still looking for 155lbs, or where I feel healthiest. While I feel great I am just not there yet. If you need of want any tips, help or encouragement add me as a friend and I will help whenever needed!!
A couple rules of thumb. HIGH FIBER!!! Keeps you full, helps you burn fat. LOTS OF WATER!!! Keeps you hydrated, keeps you full! whenever you eat your plate should consist of at least half the plate being veggies. The more veggies you eat the more you feel full and the longer you feel full.
Do not slow your way into a diet plan, jump in fully feet first!! You will get more bang for your buck!! Also do not get discouraged if you seem to slow after the first 2 weeks, typically on any weight loss program your first 2 weeks you will see a significant weight loss then the next 2 weeks will normally be 1/2 that. that is completely normal the first 2 weeks you typically lose water weight. Also being female note that our weight loss fluctuates just like our hormones so again do not get discouraged if every 2 weeks your weight loss is less than the other 2 weeks. As your hormones fluctuate so will your weight loss.
Great breakfast filling foods....Yogurt and 1 cup of fresh red raspberries!! When I eat this combo I forget about food!!!0 -
Welcome and congrats on your decision to make that change. Don't look at it as 90 lbs, break it down into small goals. 5 lbs at a time. You'll be amazed and encouraged each time you reach a mini-goal.0
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I've just started. I feel overwhelmed by how much I have to lose but I believe I can do this. I'd love to get support from people as I do this.
Ignore the big number! Take each day as a personal goal and succeed. You'll do great don't put too much pressure on yourself with the 90 pounds, you'll get there!0 -
Hello there. My name is Tammy. I started my weight loss journey February 8th 2012. At the time I weighed 288lbs at 5'9". I was miserable. I set my goal weight at 155 lbs. or where I feel healthiest which ever came first. I am currently down 83lbs!! My current weight is 203lbs. I am still looking for 155lbs, or where I feel healthiest. While I feel great I am just not there yet. If you need of want any tips, help or encouragement add me as a friend and I will help whenever needed!!
A couple rules of thumb. HIGH FIBER!!! Keeps you full, helps you burn fat. LOTS OF WATER!!! Keeps you hydrated, keeps you full! whenever you eat your plate should consist of at least half the plate being veggies. The more veggies you eat the more you feel full and the longer you feel full.
Do not slow your way into a diet plan, jump in fully feet first!! You will get more bang for your buck!! Also do not get discouraged if you seem to slow after the first 2 weeks, typically on any weight loss program your first 2 weeks you will see a significant weight loss then the next 2 weeks will normally be 1/2 that. that is completely normal the first 2 weeks you typically lose water weight. Also being female note that our weight loss fluctuates just like our hormones so again do not get discouraged if every 2 weeks your weight loss is less than the other 2 weeks. As your hormones fluctuate so will your weight loss.
Great breakfast filling foods....Yogurt and 1 cup of fresh red raspberries!! When I eat this combo I forget about food!!!
I'm so glad you talked about the second two weeks because I've hit a plateau on week 3 and was getting discouraged.0 -
You have come to the right place. Start by logging everything you put in your mouth, and the computer will do the rest. This site will tell you how many calories you need to eat, and how many calories you have used up. Also, if you exercise and log it, you get to eat more. How can you go wrong. Just be true to the computer, and the computer will work for you. If you have diet questions, such as what is healthy and what is not (my husband did not have a clue), I will be happy to tell you what I know. Good luck to you.0
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Welcome!! I have 40 to lose then on to more! Add me if you would like. You can never have enuf support!!!0
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i am just starting my 3rd week and have lost 9 lbs, long way to go but I hear you. I signed up with a registered dietician who has been very helpful. It is all done over the computer and phone. She is a great resource for any questions I have and I know I will be eating healthy. She has given me different meals to follow based on my food likes and dislikes to start off with. If you can do this I highly recommend it ... lots of support and healthy weight loss. Just take it one day at a time ... don't look too far ahead, i agree small goals are good to start with. GOOD LUCK!
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Feel free to add me! Congrats on getting started! One step at a time!0
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Congrats on getting started! I am a newcomer to the community on MFP but I have been logging off and on for over a year. I am hoping that by becoming more active in the community I will find additional support and I am more than happy to support others Feel free to add me if you would like. 0
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