Not really new, but looking for some support.

JessTryingAgain
JessTryingAgain Posts: 10
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I'm 22 years old and I've been dreaming of being at a normal weight for more than half of my life. There was one point in time that I was at a normal weight, but that was in my really early teen years. I have been trying to lose weight off and on for the last two years at least and today I made the commitment to stick to it this time. I realized that one of my biggest downfalls was that I need the support of people who are close to my size and actively trying to lose weight as well. So, if you are 200+ pounds and track your exercise and intake often on here, please send me a friend's request. I'd love to watch you achieve your goals and become inspired by your efforts. It helps me keep going. <3

-Jessica.
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  • stacey1981
    stacey1981 Posts: 39 Member
    Add me!:)
  • cowboysfan82288
    cowboysfan82288 Posts: 99
    Hi Jessica. I'm Mark. Congratulations on your success thus far! Feel free to add me if you'd like. :)
  • cowboysfan82288
    cowboysfan82288 Posts: 99
    My profile pic is back when I was 17.
  • JessTryingAgain
    JessTryingAgain Posts: 10
    Added you both! Thanks, Mark. :) And I understand. It's nice inspiration to look back at what you used to look like. ^^
  • donyellemoniquex3
    donyellemoniquex3 Posts: 2,384 Member
    add me 8)
  • 30Purple
    30Purple Posts: 252 Member
    I'm not over 200, but I'd love to be friends.. I've been tracking daily on another site for like 3 years (with the exception of a few off-weeks.. and weekends. lol... but yes, I'm going to be posting daily now.
  • HGibbons1017
    HGibbons1017 Posts: 7
    I'm not over 200....but used to be many years ago. Highest weight was 298 probably 13-15 yrs ago. Now am at 187...hoping to get to 155...would love to be friends
  • iheartredsox80
    iheartredsox80 Posts: 34 Member
    I'm not really new but need support to and I can support, always positive never judging. Add me! :)
  • JessTryingAgain
    JessTryingAgain Posts: 10
    Adding you all. <3 Thanks, guys! :D
  • ifeelbetterworkingout
    ifeelbetterworkingout Posts: 38
    if you'd like you can add me.......I am on here frequently and am happy to attempt to answer any questions.
  • mazzylad
    mazzylad Posts: 6
    u can add me too:)
  • JessTryingAgain
    JessTryingAgain Posts: 10
    Added you both! Thanks for the support. :) And good luck on all of your goals, whatever they may be.
  • JordanSky26
    JordanSky26 Posts: 24 Member
    I can relate to your story it's hard to continue to work out without some kind of support. I live in LA away from my family in England and St. Martinique. Feel free to add me that way we can support each other.
  • tigerpenguin
    tigerpenguin Posts: 15 Member
    Add me! I'm not over 200 but so far all my friends have stopped using MFP. I do plan on posting alot on here... we could inspire each other.
  • JessTryingAgain
    JessTryingAgain Posts: 10
    Added. :D
  • terricherry2
    terricherry2 Posts: 222 Member
    Hi, I'm new as well! Just edged over 200lb and decided enough was enough. Time to make a change and stick to it! Good luck. x
  • JessTryingAgain
    JessTryingAgain Posts: 10
    Added you, Terri. :D
  • annmariedap
    annmariedap Posts: 13 Member
    I'm fairly new myself only been on myfitness pal for two weeks. I've been over 200 for about 8 years now and looking for support as well - add me!!
  • healthyformeanMona
    healthyformeanMona Posts: 143 Member
    kudos for reaching out! I have been over 200, currently working on losing 25-30. I am new, but have been checking in and logging daily since I started just a week ago. Add me? :)
  • phonypony
    phonypony Posts: 42
    Would love to be a friend and provide support! I am 20! Let's be friends. :)
  • JessTryingAgain
    JessTryingAgain Posts: 10
    Added you all. :D Yay!
  • dmarhal
    dmarhal Posts: 30 Member
    Why are you focused on weight? You should maybe think more about becoming more fit or healthier and the rest will follow. Too many gals focus on the scale but the scale is a poor indicator of health or fitness. One can be heavier and healthy while another is skinny fat and in poorer health.

    Rethink your reason for losing weight. Is it just to look good or do you want to change your life in a real and meaningful way. If you simply get skinny, then what? But if you want to get healthier or fitter your life will change from without and within. You'll achieve longer lasting results too and probably be happier. By getting fitter you'll have a more toned and beautiful body and not be out of shape, able to do more and enjoy more. That in the long run will be more fun than just being skinny.

    If I sound like a "mom", I'm sorry, but I am one. And I am trying to lose weight too. But I'm also a group fitness instructor so I do know a little about what I'm talking about. It's not easy but I'll tell you. I didn't start getting fit till I was 50. You have a great advantage in your youth, so do it now while it's easier and you get to enjoy the rewards a lot longer!

    Good luck.
  • zachatta
    zachatta Posts: 1,340 Member
    You can add me if you want, and I will try to help you with your goals
  • jshaen
    jshaen Posts: 27 Member
    I am over the 200 mark :( Can't seem to lose that nasty baby weight!! You can add me if you like and maybe we can kick this thing in the butt together cause I am really struggling especially with getting my butt exercising!!
  • Latanya51
    Latanya51 Posts: 29 Member
    Hi Jess. Its good to see that you're reaching out and not afraid to ask for assistance and help. I too have been over 200lbs for most of my adult life so I know the feeling.

    You can add me as well. We the MFP family will help you. :heart:
    Welcome (back :wink: )
  • katherinelilja
    katherinelilja Posts: 6 Member
    Jessica, I weigh less than 200 and am twice as old as you! Hey, I am here any way if you want me!!!:smile:
  • Nefetete
    Nefetete Posts: 343 Member
    Hi, feel free to add me.
  • Iansmommy123011
    Iansmommy123011 Posts: 872 Member
    Feel free to add me if you like :)
  • JBreed236
    JBreed236 Posts: 7 Member
    Hi Jessica,

    Not really new here either but going to give this a real try. I'm 36 and I'm a mom of two. I'm married and live in Ohio. I currently weigh in @ 254.2 and my weight just keeps going up so much it scares me. I've been married for 15 yrs now and when I married I weighed 140. I not real tall so my weight puts a lot of strain on my back. I am he caretaker of our kids my hubby is dis-abled and doesn't help much. I wish you well here. I sure could use support also. Let's hang in there together!
  • jan0814
    jan0814 Posts: 3
    Please add me. I am trying hard to get this weight loss going as well. Struggling with exercise, but am trying to log in daily. Could use the support myself. You can do this!!

    Janet

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