Need to lose between 30-40 lbs??
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Thanks!! I am trying hard to motivate myself and to actually get out of the house daily and burn some calories! I realized I do have an advantage with having this extra time to dedicate to my work outs I just need to get up and out! Good luck to you!
P.S. If anyone has suggestions on ways to work out from home or without having to go to a gym please feel free to share, or any small tips to having more self control over the junk that we have to avoid everyday! I could really use the help!!! Thanks!
There are a lot of really great body weight exercises you can do from home, or if you're willing to buy some small free weights (cost like 3 dollars each at Walmart, and you only need two), then I have a list of exercises i do on my strength training days (I hate to do these kinds of thing in the gym because I feel like I'm really weak :laugh: )
I do planks, squats, crunches, and leg bridges (love these and squats because they really work your butt and thighs).
Then, with the free weights or dumbbells, I do bicep curls, chest flyes (takes care of the pesky area between the arm and chest so tank tops and such look better), tricep kickbacks (works both the triceps and back muscles), and a couple of other exercises that just won't come to mind right now.
Also, if you buy a jumprope, that's a really good cardio workout you can do from home, and it helps improve your balance as well. This is what I did when I kickboxed. Jumpropes are a couple of dollars at walmart. If you don't want to spend the money, then you can do jumping jacks.
If you want to buy a dvd, I heard Jillian's 30 Day Shred dvd is amazing.
If you need instructions for any of the exercises, feel free to message me.0 -
I'm in! I have been watching this thread all day just trying to get the courage up to join. I am so afraid of failure. I am 45 years old and have battled with my size my whole adult life. I am 5'1", 170 lbs. I am extremely uncomfortable in my skin. My weight effects my health and frankly I am more fearful of that than putting myself out there and joining this group. I am looking forward to this.:flowerforyou:
My current weight: 170lbs
Mini goal by 2-24: 165lbs
End goal: 130lbs0 -
Most everyone had a photo so I added one.... however it's a before picture. BEFORE my divorce - I want to get back there again. Honestly I don't think I've got any current pictures of me, and that's good.
How did everyone do today?
Shel0 -
Shel,
It looks like we are headed for the same goals - so, this should be fun! I am sorry for your tough times with the divorce and all. What a blessing to have your kids.
Had a great day - even enjoyed a "forbidden" snack because I could :-)
Worked out about 90 minutes on circuit/cardio training, abs, and yoga. Trying to finish the day attacking some things that I have putting off for awhile. It is amazing how much weight - mental worry can place on you.
Heading to bed soon - gotta work out early in the morning...
Blessings,
Donna0 -
Hey! I'd like to join! I'm Jeff, trucker from Halifax NS, I made a big life changs and need all the support I can get!!
I still need to loose 42 lbs.
Heaviest 291 dec 2009
goal: 2250 -
I would like to join the group. I currently weigh 254. I would like to be at 210 by Sept 11.
Due to some significant health issues watching what I eat is become a lot easier. (diabetes and all those other wonderful things only happen to others)0 -
Yes, I am hoping to lose at least 30 pounds by the end of the summer and would love to join this group. My name is Ann, I'm 64 and retired. I recently celebrated my 40th anniversary and realized how much weight I have gained over the years. I was thin in my 20s but started putting on extra poundage in my 30s and 40s. Now that I'm not working I have a little more time to work out, plan menus and cook at home. I'm 5' 3" and probably should weigh 120 but I would be thrilled to be 135 by Sept. 11.
I've been walking, spinning, swimming and working out with weights for 60-90 minutes most days, but to tell you the truth, I think losing weight is more about eating less than about exercising more.
177 Highest weight
165 Weight when I started MFP (Jan. 1, 2010)
161 Current weight
158 Feb. 24 mini goal
135 Goal for Sept. 11, 20100 -
Is 30-40 a firm requirement - in other words, what if I want to lose 30-40 minimum and 30-50 ideally...?
I assume that's still okay!?
I'd love to join the effort as I'm seeing a lot of us are in the same relative range... in either CURRENT WEIGHT or in CURRENT LOSS-to-date totals...
Last week was Wk 1 for me and I'm thrilled to report I lost and have kept off 4 lbs.... (even w/ SUPER BOWL!) lol :bigsmile:
It is my hope that I get back to my pre-accident weight of 115/120 but know I'll look awesome at 130/134 and will be JUST as happy with that! Shooting for '134' will be an even 50 lb loss.
Knowing that it's much harder to lose the older you are (taking into account metabolism & hormone changes) I am still determined to push through this.... Yes, I'd be one of the 'Seniors' of this grouping - (being 44), I'd still enjoy being around some younger 'motivation' knowing that having a solid support system is the only way we'll overcome these hefty goals...
Christine
VLCD0 -
So, considering we have 30 something weeks to go, how are we going to stay accountable? We need to either record our results weekly or every weekend. Lets do this for our health!0
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Hey, I am in! I am a 42 year old Mom/Wife and chief dishwasher. I have been overweight since I had my baby, he is 6'1 now and 14 with facial hair, so it's time to kick it into gear!
Heaviest weight 235
MFP starting weight 218
Current weight 210
2/24 goal weight 207
Final goal weight 170
I do an outdoor bootcamp 5 days a week at 5:30 a.m. and I love it!0 -
Heaviest Weight: 190.0
Starting weight: 166.6
Mini Goal February 24: 163
End Goal: 135 by September 11, 2010
Hi all,
I would love to join this group. I, like many others, have had to watch my weight. Never a problem in high school when I played sports, but when I no longer played sports I depended on yo-yo dieting to keep my weight in check. I gained 70 lbs during my first pregnancy but all the weight just fell off after having him. After a year, weight started piling on despite exercise and eating right. I found out, after gained 20 lbs in a month, that I had a under active thyroid. Despite being on medication I have been told it will be that much harder to lose weight. I had my second child 18 months ago; I gained 50 lbs during my pregnancy and just can't lose the last 13 lbs. Add that 13 lbs on top of the 20 extra pounds I still had on me from my thyroid and I am about 30 lbs overweight. I would love to be 135. This group sounds like a great motivator. I would love to join. I typically walk 3 times a week for an hour, and do my elliptical machine for 30-40 minutes 3 times a week. I will log in every Wednesday (starting this Wednesday) and post my weight. Thanks,
Karil0 -
How did everyone do today?
Shel
I feel really good about today. Stayed within my calories, ate pretty cleanly, got in all my water, and did day 22 of P90 (today was Sweat level 1-2 and Abs 100). With the ab routine, you are supposed to do 10 reps of 10 different exercises to make 100 reps. I can't crunch that much. Started out on day 1 at 2 reps per exercise for a total of 20 reps. Tonight I made it up to 7 reps per exercise for a total of 70 -- I'm really pleased with that! I may shoot for 70 again on Wednesday (my next ab day) or try for 80 if I'm really adventurous.
I've already pre-planned my food diary for tomorrow, along with my exercise (P90 day 23, Sculpt level 1-2). As long as I stick to what I've written down I should be golden.
Time to read a little in bed. Goodnight, all -- hope you had a great Monday!!0 -
So, considering we have 30 something weeks to go, how are we going to stay accountable? We need to either record our results weekly or every weekend. Lets do this for our health!
When everyone posts their weight on Wednesdays I will gather all the information and put everyones results together on ONE PAGE. Does that sound good? And then on everyother wednesdays goals I will post weither or not we made those goals! Let me know if there are any other questions or suggestions?!
Great job yesterday everyone!!!
Remember, it's about a lfestyle change, NOT A DIET!!!0 -
My name is Keri and I am 40 years old. Ever since I turned 30, I have struggled with my weight. Many tears have been shed over this issue. My mantra is 8 BY 10 (size 8 by 2010). I exercise 3 times a week at Curves but struggle with my eating habits. I love my pizza and biscuits. I would be deliriously happy to get back down to 145.
Current Weight: 177
Goal Weight: 145
Mini Goal by Feb 24: lose 4 lbs
I think this thread is AWESOME! . Thanks for starting it!0 -
Hi there my name is Brandy, I hope it's not too late to get it, I need to lose atleast another 30lbs. I just had my second child and I am ready to get rid of this baby weight for good!
HW: 220
CW: 204
G1: 196 (weight before baby #2)
G2: 179 (weight before baby #1)
Ultimate Goal: 1500 -
OK GUYS! I SHOULD HAVE SENT EACH OF YOU A FRIEND REQUEST, IF I MISSED YOU PLEASE SEND ME ONE! I WANT TO KEEP IN TOUCH WITH ALL OF YOU ON THIS THREAD AS WELL AS ON THE MAIN SCREEN! FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE ALREADY FRIENDS, KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK! YOUR DIARIES LOOKED GREAT LAST NIGHT!!!
REMEMBER, WE CAN DO THIS!!!!!0 -
Hi I'm Danielle. I'm a 26 y/o mom to 2 boys. I've been struggeling with my weight since I got out of highschool, but it's been really bad since my first son was born almost 4 1/2 years ago. I got so sick of trying to lose weight, I just accepted the fact that I was a thick girl. I got on the scale one day out of curiosity, and saw I had reached the heaviest I have ever been! 198.7! that's almost 200 lbs! Geez, I'm only 5'5, and now I am officially labled "Obese" according to my BMI! This isn't who I am, I can't let myself go! It's time to kick it in gear!:ohwell:
I have 42 lbs left to lose before I reach my main goal. I would love to reach down to 165 (27 lbs) my my son's 5th bday in september.
Heaviest Weight: 198.7
Starting weight: 192.7
Mini Goal February 24: 190.00 (-2.7 lbs)
End Goal: 165 by September 11, 20100 -
I would like to join!!!
I am a 23 year old female, just moved in with my boyfriend. We live in Miami which is fabuloussss.... but instead of losing the weight I put on in college, I actually gained more. At my smallest I was 125, a healthy weight is 135-140 for me.... and I was at 185 about a month ago! That was scarrryyyy. I have never seen that weight and it was a big wake up call. Weekends are bad for me too! I am in total need of support and mini-goals ESPECIALLY for the weekend so I can get that in control. I have kicked up my effor since feb 1st. And I went to the gym 4 times last week. Already went 1x this week.
This is totally do able if we can stick to it. 30 weeks sounds like a long journey, but 30 pounds is something a lot of us have probably lost sight of. I know I cant remember the last time I was at 140.
Starting weight: 185
Current weight: 178.2
Goal for 2/24/10- 1730 -
wow lots more members!
im so excited now
yay!
lets do thisss
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Thank you Melissa, this is going to be great. I would also like to add each one of you in this group as a friend. Reading the post keep me motivated.
Good Luck to everyone,
Todd0 -
Count me in
current weight 264 lbs
gw in 2 weeks 260 or less
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I unlocked my food diary today -- made it publicly viewable. I had it set to private before. But, it's all part of accountability, right? Need to be open and honest here. So... there is its. :laugh:
I've been reading everyone's introductions, and while we're all different from one another I have found something in each story that resonates with my own situation and struggle with weight. This is going to be a great group! I am looking forward to taking this journey with all of you. :flowerforyou:
This weekend coming up is definitely going to be a bit of struggle for me -- it's my and my husband's 6th anniversary, and his parent's anniversary as well (yes, we got married on his parent's anniversary). We have plans to go up to the in-laws for dinner and a movie on Saturday night -- though the menu shouldn't be too bad, lean steak and veggies, so I should be able to be good. Sunday night the hubby and I are going out to dinner, which makes me a tad nervous. I'm not so much afraid of overeating as I am of making sure I can order something healthy and not get a bad surprise nutrition-wise. He wants to go to a nice steakhouse... not very calorie-friendly. Maybe I'll get some chicken, ask them to hold any sauce/oils/etc. and have a nice side salad or steamed veggies. And I could treat myself to 1 drink. That could be nice. 0 -
Hi, I'd like to join you guys if I can
My name is Lisa, I'm 39 and single and work full-time. I haven't been in shape since I was 29..I have a busted-up shoulder, a hurt back, a fake ligament in one knee and a weak ankle and I don't think that being overweight and out of shape is helping any of those issues!
I started with MFP on 1/1/10 and have lost 10 pounds so far. I'm also sort of doing C25K (I'm not doing the specific program anymore but am working on becoming however much of a runner I can become) and want to do a 5K before my birthday on 9/9, so this group works out great!
I'm exactly 150.0 as of yesterday morning & can't wait to see the 140's...come on! I'm 5'3" and realllllly small-boned so I have 115 as my goal. I feel like it might get really hard near the end since I haven't been under 130 since college, but I'm gonna keep working hard all the way!
My food diary is public, and also I quit smoking on 1/1 so any other quitters say hey
So my goal for 2/24 will be 148.0 -
I would like to be a member of this group because I have 40 lbs to lose, but I'm not sure how much to list as my 2 week goal. Before pregnancy I never really worried about weight, even though I was carrying an extra 10. Now I don't know what is realistic for me to aim for. Any suggestions.
Current weight: 180lbs, height 5"5, size 14 jeans0 -
Hi Im Elle and I have 30 lbs to lose so would love to join your group. My start weight with MFP and heaviest weight was 164lbs that was on 01/12/10 and as of today i have lost 8 pounds and now at 156lbs, my goal weight is 126lbs and my mini goal is 153lbs!!!0
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Add me as a friend, I'd be happy to be friends with everyone here as well. We can use all of the motivation and support we can get! It sounds like we have a great group here...how can we possibly fail
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Had a great workout and I'm ready for the weight in tomorrow. Bring it on. Please add me as a friend, it really is motivating.0
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I guess my mini goal will be 178. I am currently at 180. I'm still not sure what to set it at.0
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Sorry, I keep forgetting to post this correctly. My son is distracting me at the moment.
My heaviest weight: 199 the day my son was born
Current weight: 180
Mini Goal: 178
Ultimate goal: 140 fit and fabulous!0 -
Hi, i've been reading this post for 2 days : If it's not too late, i'd like to join. I just joined MFP 5 days ago and am addicted now. I'm a 30 yr old wife and mother of 3 boys. I have been struggling with weight all my life but have been really unhappy within the last few years. I'm done having kids now and now that i'm 30 with possible health problems, it's time for me to make a lifestyle change!!! Although most of my family is overweight, i really don't have anyone to join in with me & don't have a lot of friends to help motivate me so i'm hoping i will find the support here. My dr only wants me to lose 1-2 lbs a week so i'm trying things the right way this time ! I started a lifestyle change on 1/25 where i was 221.4.
HW: 221.4
CW: 215.4
Mini goal: 210.4 3/8/100
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