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kristen807
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Hi, I am Kristen. I am 27 yrs old from RI (the wee little state). I havn't been a member of MFP too long, but I am glad I did! I have been on both extremes of the scale and have tried many ways to lose weight and for just as many reasons! Right now, I am currently looking to be toned and athletic.
Uhhhhh JMMac is my sister and Melly Mel is my friend
They are my inspirations.
Some of the activites I do to try and stay fit are these mini challenges, a class with Melissa, jogging and archery.
Uhhhhh JMMac is my sister and Melly Mel is my friend
They are my inspirations.Some of the activites I do to try and stay fit are these mini challenges, a class with Melissa, jogging and archery.
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Let's see, I'm Amber, 27, from Upstate NY. I've been heavy most my entire life. I was a chubby kid growing up and I currently weigh less than I did in 4th grade! I am the smallest I've been in my adult life. I have a 3 1/2 yr old son and a 1 1/2 yr old daughter who are my everything.
I joined MFP right after my daughter was born and was able to drop all the pregnancy weight plus about 15-20lbs more. Since then (last August) I've lost about 5 more lbs and have pretty much maintained. At the end of my pregnancy with my son, I was 276... Got to 195 before getting preg with daughter and got up to 229 at end of preg with her.
I love MFP and I, too, keep motivated with small groups and mini challenges! I'll admit that I'm a mini challenge stalker - I look for tons of mini challenges and complete as many as I can! I really like the variety in this group, though. I also attend a Zumba class twice a week and do a lot of workouts that I've found on Pinterest. Right now, My goal is to lose 7lbs for a wedding I'm going to October 12th! AFter that, I'd ultimately like to lose about 20lbs more total (and tone up my belly and loose skin)!0 -
Im Chelsea, I'm 18 and I'm from Plymouth, UK. I lost alot of confidence being in a 4 year relationship where I was mentally abused, I came out of the relationship 5 months ago, I've moved out, changed my hair, changed my clothing style but noticed the increase in weight which is making me really self conscious and low in confidence so I want to lose at least 21 so that I can feel confident again!
Feel free to add me as a friend as it would be nice to meet new people along this journey! 0 -
I am liking the participation so far with just making it an official group this month!0
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Hello I'm Kaylin, 29, I joined MFP a while ago after having my 3rd child and have been hiatus, I came back last week and am totally committed to losing this weight. I gained over 50lbs with my last pregnancy and so far have lost 35, I have 25lbs to my goal/assessment point. Hoping to be down 15lbs by Halloween.
Feel free to add me as a friend, I'd love more support! 0 -
I love MFP and I, too, keep motivated with small groups and mini challenges! I'll admit that I'm a mini challenge stalker - I look for tons of mini challenges and complete as many as I can! I really like the variety in this group, though.
I am a mini challenge stalker too! lol!
Anyway Hi! I am Kelly, I am 36 & from Ohio. I too have been heavy for much of my life hovering right around 200lbs. About 5-6 years ago I divorced my alcholic husband and decided to get my life under control. I went back to school and started working out and lost about 50lbs weighing in at 151 and for the first time in my life having a BMI in the "normal" range!
I remarried a few years ago and entered the world of "desk job" once I finished school. I enjoy the work however the draw back is that I have let 10 pounds creep back on over the last few years and bumped myself out of the "normal" range
I have a difficult time loosing weight so I am looking for motivation and ways to try to get rid of at least that 10lbs I found! I love MFP and the mini challenges are great because I can get most of them done during the day... I have been caught a twice in my office doing push-ups... always leads to an interesting conversation! lol!!0 -
I'm Mel, I'm from Rhode Island. I joined MFP a little over a month ago...I found it while scrolling threw the app store on my iphone & couldn't be happier that I did! My friend/co-worker, Kristen joined at the same time & we pretty much eat, sleep, breathe, MFP. We search for mini challenges & new recipes to try. I have been doing "Insanity" for a couple weeks as well. I am determined to get on track with my diet/fitness!0
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Hi, my name is Jasmine and I'm 27. I've been a member of MFP for a really long time but have had a hard time sticking to it in the past. In terms of exercise, I do a lot of walking regularly but no longer am part of a gym. I enjoy swimming, belly dance and yoga especially.0
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Hi, my name is Jasmine and I'm 27. I've been a member of MFP for a really long time but have had a hard time sticking to it in the past. In terms of exercise, I do a lot of walking regularly but no longer am part of a gym. I enjoy swimming, belly dance and yoga especially.
Have you ever tried yoga booty ballet? It is fun 0 -
Hi, I am Holly.
I have been on MFP since April. I am hoping to lose a total of 150 pounds. MFP is wonderful!
I am so excited about these challenges. Thank you!0 -
yay! we wish you well on your journey and are glad to have you with us.0
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Hi I am Amy , 40 years old originally from NY but live in Florida. I was a stick all of my life, went through 2 pregnancies and lost all the weight.....and then came my daughter LOL. I gained the least with her, after she was born I gained about 40 pounds then had to have a hysterectomy and gained another 65. Got so depressed and said F it...I'll just be a fat pig the rest of my life. Well needless to say, with kids....that is not an option so here I am. I have been on MFP since January. I never ate veggies so the first few months was eating them layered in cheese and slowly weane off the cheese. I now eat pretty much ANYTHING veggie and with no or little cheese. I am down 17lbs and have just started turbo fire and shakology. Hopefully will be posting some positive result pics in a few months
I am on daily and i try to be very motivational so anyone feel free to FR me and good luck everyone0 -
excellent and welcome. what is turbo fire? sounds interesting 0
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Hi everyone. I'm Lizz! I'm 31 & a substitute teacher in TX. I love this group & I think it's awesome that you do archery Kristen! I'm very curious about trying that out myself.0
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Thanks, I love the group too. Keeps me motivated. If you ever want to talk archery I pretty much and on MFP constantly! lol0
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HELLO everyone! I'm Misti, 27, from a little tiny town in Idaho. I have an 8 year old son, and a 6 month old daughter! Been with my husband for 12.5 years, (married for 1)! I've never been extremely overweight, but still overweight and not healthy. I joined MFP in 2010 when I joined a Biggest Loser competition in my town. My team actually won!!! I lost 25lbs and was healthy and happy. My life got in my way I guess and I stopped exercising, then got pregnant. I stayed pretty active during pregnancy and didn't gain too much weight. (33lbs) I am officially below my pre-prego weight, but would like to lose 20lbs to be back to healthy and happy again. LOL ! I've been at a plateau for 3 weeks now!!! Going to switch things up this week and hopefully break it! I usually walk/jog 3 miles a day 4-5 x a week. This week I am adding Active 2, and Zumba!!! Eventually I would like to start 30 DS again, but not quite yet!0
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turbo fire is a work out series of dvd's. It kicks your but builds energy, and results are pretty quick. I have a beachbody coach on here that introduced me to it and follows my progress, gives me tips, she helps a lot. I will post pics with differences.0
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Hey everyone,
I'm Midge and I am 52. Most my life I have been of normal weight. 10 years ago I started to put on weight and I was in denial I felt great still active with doing things, I didn't think I was over weight. Then about 8 years ao went for my annual check up and got on the scale and it read 183...my doctor said I needed to lose some weight and told me she would be happy if I lost 20 in 6 months so I told her I would be in the 140's by the next. I was 145 the next appointment. I got down to 138 for several years the last couple years the weight snuck on...I caught a glimps of a person in the mirror that I did not recognize in April so here I am. Getting in shape to do the adventures I love to do skydiving, paddle boarding, rock climbing ( indoor we don't have mountains in FL), kayaking, and trying anything outdoors. I need to go with my son's girlfriend because my friends don't seem to be interested in my hobbies. I am now working out secretly to get into better shape then the young ones in my life... Yes I am a little competitive. Nice to meet you all and any one can add me as a friend if they are looking for encouragement and to encourage others! Yes, sorry I'm a little long winded!0 -
turbo fire is a work out series of dvd's. It kicks your but builds energy, and results are pretty quick. I have a beachbody coach on here that introduced me to it and follows my progress, gives me tips, she helps a lot. I will post pics with differences.
sounds good! can't wait to see how it works and how you like it 0 -
Hi everyone,
I'm Carrie and I'm 38. I've been on MFP since November 2010. I love it here. I was always the "big girl" in class. I always thought of myself being fat, this led to the yo-yo dieting when I was younger. It wasn't until I was diagnosed with MS (2002) that I gave my head a shake and got my act together so I can be there for my husband and children. I no longer work (for pay), I stay home and do what I can and I listen to my body for my limitations. I'm finally at my goal weight and I need some motivation to stay here. I've been at this weight before but not for very long as I go back to my old habits.
Nice to meet you and feel free to add me as a friend.
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hi. i am elizabeth. just joined today after putting on 8 of the 17 lbs lost with another weightloss program. love going to gym anf working out but have not be able to do to injury, injury gone now and i am finding it hard to get back. want to work this program for all it is worth.0
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Hi everyone,
I'm Carrie and I'm 38. I've been on MFP since November 2010. I love it here. I was always the "big girl" in class. I always thought of myself being fat, this led to the yo-yo dieting when I was younger. It wasn't until I was diagnosed with MS (2002) that I gave my head a shake and got my act together so I can be there for my husband and children. I no longer work (for pay), I stay home and do what I can and I listen to my body for my limitations. I'm finally at my goal weight and I need some motivation to stay here. I've been at this weight before but not for very long as I go back to my old habits.
Nice to meet you and feel free to add me as a friend.
Carrie
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hi. i am elizabeth. just joined today after putting on 8 of the 17 lbs lost with another weightloss program. love going to gym anf working out but have not be able to do to injury, injury gone now and i am finding it hard to get back. want to work this program for all it is worth.
I am glad your injury has healed. Best of luck 0 -
My name is Renee and I am from Iowa. My daughter and I are trying to lose weight and get healthier. We both joined myfitnesspal about a week ago and she told me about this group and the daily challenges. I hope its not too late to join!0
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Anyone can join at anytime welcome. who is your daughter? 0
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Hello! I'm Dee. I am almost 51 and am fighting to get off the lbs I have gained from losing my job and going through menopause at the same time. I am a binge eater so of course I did not deal with these changes very well. The job thing has been a blessing cause I am keeping my sweet grandson but there is no blessing in the menopause.
Thanks for the challenge!
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Hello! I'm Dee. I am almost 51 and am fighting to get off the lbs I have gained from losing my job and going through menopause at the same time. I am a binge eater so of course I did not deal with these changes very well. The job thing has been a blessing cause I am keeping my sweet grandson but there is no blessing in the menopause.
Thanks for the challenge!
Dee
Welcome! We hope you enjoy the group. I can sympathize with the binge eating. I hope everything is looking up for you from now on c:0 -
Good morning, my name is Jaclyn and I am 28 y/o. My sister is kristen807, group leader lol. I admire her and am very much inspired and proud of her for running this group and coming as far as she has fitness wise she is the one who introduced me to this site, for that I am grateful because even though I have not been as diligent as her, it has kept me from lingering too far off the beaten path.
Me and exercise has always been a love-hate relationship, I love trying new things to spice up my routines. I am very much a Jillian Michaels fan and own probably half of her DVD collection lol, I hit the elliptical a lot, believe planks is a staple exercise move, hiking, yoga, 5ks, spin class, boot camps, PF gym member ( though I pretty much pay them not to go)..etc. Now, in sense, I look like a very active person, but in reality, I am a very, let's say 'organized' person..I tend to burn out a lot due to over exercise as my sister would say. For example, I would set my own exercise goal of the day, ie a JM workout, some time on the elliptical, doing a plank machine, these mini challenges, but if someone were to suggest going to the gym, an outdoor hike, and since I have updated to a smartphone, using my workout trainer app, etc, etc, I would consider that 'extra working out' and would not feel satisfied if I didn't get mine done as well; even though a hike would be considered a form of exercise!!!! That coupled with the fact that I somewhat have a fear that if I take a day off, say, to recover, I will fall out of routine and not get back in to the swing of things..hence my burn outs lol. I am hoping I didn't scare some of you off, lol..I know there are more like me out there. Hopefully, in this group where we can overcome this quirk.
As, for food, That is always a struggle. I am very much an emotional eater and I mean, every emotion lol. I tend to go extremes with eating, one day I will be a clean eater, the next a junk food junkie. I would say I am very much a carb and sugar junkie and definitely track those, but mostly I just love food, good and bad a like. I very much want to lead a clean lifestyle, but find that when I get a taste of the processed stuff, I literally become a junkie. This is where I feel like I need the most work and support..cleaning up my diet and not doing a cold turkey extreme one. Something where I can slowly cut out the bad and replace it with the good until I become satisfied with how I eat.
I want to learn to set and achieve small goals for myself, so in turn they will turn in to huge successes where I can be proud of myself, enough to keep this up and achieve the healthy, BALANCED lifestyle I have always wanted.
ALL THE BEST MFP FRIENDS!0 -
Good morning, my name is Jaclyn and I am 28 y/o. My sister is kristen807, group leader lol. I admire her and am very much inspired and proud of her for running this group and coming as far as she has fitness wise she is the one who introduced me to this site, for that I am grateful because even though I have not been as diligent as her, it has kept me from lingering too far off the beaten path.
Me and exercise has always been a love-hate relationship, I love trying new things to spice up my routines. I am very much a Jillian Michaels fan and own probably half of her DVD collection lol, I hit the elliptical a lot, believe planks is a staple exercise move, hiking, yoga, 5ks, spin class, boot camps, PF gym member ( though I pretty much pay them not to go)..etc. Now, in sense, I look like a very active person, but in reality, I am a very, let's say 'organized' person..I tend to burn out a lot due to over exercise as my sister would say. For example, I would set my own exercise goal of the day, ie a JM workout, some time on the elliptical, doing a plank machine, these mini challenges, but if someone were to suggest going to the gym, an outdoor hike, and since I have updated to a smartphone, using my workout trainer app, etc, etc, I would consider that 'extra working out' and would not feel satisfied if I didn't get mine done as well; even though a hike would be considered a form of exercise!!!! That coupled with the fact that I somewhat have a fear that if I take a day off, say, to recover, I will fall out of routine and not get back in to the swing of things..hence my burn outs lol. I am hoping I didn't scare some of you off, lol..I know there are more like me out there. Hopefully, in this group where we can overcome this quirk.
As, for food, That is always a struggle. I am very much an emotional eater and I mean, every emotion lol. I tend to go extremes with eating, one day I will be a clean eater, the next a junk food junkie. I would say I am very much a carb and sugar junkie and definitely track those, but mostly I just love food, good and bad a like. I very much want to lead a clean lifestyle, but find that when I get a taste of the processed stuff, I literally become a junkie. This is where I feel like I need the most work and support..cleaning up my diet and not doing a cold turkey extreme one. Something where I can slowly cut out the bad and replace it with the good until I become satisfied with how I eat.
I want to learn to set and achieve small goals for myself, so in turn they will turn in to huge successes where I can be proud of myself, enough to keep this up and achieve the healthy, BALANCED lifestyle I have always wanted.
ALL THE BEST MFP FRIENDS!
You are my inspiration
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My name is Melanie (obviously) and I am 39. I started in the August group but had some personal things come up that seemed to take over. I am joining again and love that a group has been created. I have a beautiful and very very active 3 year old daughter and an awesome 9 year old step son. I was never really over weight when I was younger. Mine started more after college and later in life- I have been up and down for years. This is the most i have weighed ever and I am just tired of being like this. I weigh more than I did when I was pregnant with my daughter. I have psoriatic arthritis which got really bad after having my daughter and that has been part of the problem - I was in pain a lot. I have finally found a treatment that is working so I can start moving again. Anyway I am looking forward to finishing this time.0
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welcome back melanie c:0
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