Who else has a lot to lose?

I have a lot to lose and would love to do it before my 40th birthday. I kicked some serious butt the first 5 weeks on here but have been struggling since. The good news, haven't gained in the past few weeks, the bad news, have only dropped about 2 pounds this month. We are all going to have our struggles and hope that we (MFP) can help you out.

Feel free to add me in you want.
Barb

I'm in the same boat as you my friend. I've always been a big girl and I have a large frame. Back when I was 16, something terrible happened in my life and I just let myself go, and stopped caring. Food became my comfort and security blanket. Then one day I woke up and hated what I saw in the mirror, and didn't believe all the weight I had gained. Worked in retail for awhile, so I was always on my feet, and I would walk off what I had eaten that day. Then I went from that to a desk job, and I gained a lot of what I had lost back. Was at that job for 3 years. Then I decided to go back to college after taking a 4 year break after HS. Got so busy with school, and would eat what was convenient etc. Then after college, I got another desk job, and ended up getting so depressed in that job from how badly I was treated, that food still was my comfort. Left that job, and went to the one I'm currently at. Unfortunately it's another desk job, but I'm happier. I have been under a lot of stress the past year, and just recently lost my father. I'm trying my best to not turn to food for comfort, because I know it won't do any good.

I have about 100 lbs to lose, give or take. It's one of the hardest things I've done, but this site has been a great help so far. You've definitely come to the right place. I'll add you, and we can cheer each other on. I wish you the best of luck! Anyone can feel free to add me as well

I am with you. I was 430 lbs my freshmen year of high school. My friends got me into football and i lost 100+ lbs in one season. I continued to play football all the way thru high school and my weight would go between 325-355 because i was gaining muscle by lifting weights.

My senior year we got a new coaching staff that did not use me as much. After a falling out with them i gave up all my dieting and starting going to the all you can eat places. I avoided the scales as much as possible. I am now 23 and looking to make a change.

i have slowly creaked up the weight since forever. i dont remember not gaining weight. i am 34 and when i started this weight loss journey i was 311. i have 140 to lose. which is a lot for me. i have tried for years but i feel that i am finally in a place that i want to be i am working towards a goal. i am making positive changes in my life and i am in control of what i eat and what i do. before it was the food and the exaustion controling me. now it is me taking the reigns. its a long journy and some days (like yesterday for me) are not so good. but then some days are excellent. its a journy and i am here for you if you want to add me. i am on about 3 times a week on the boards and try to respond daily to my "wall" i love the support we all get and give here. no one judges. its a great place and good luck on your journy. i know it can seem impossible but all of us doing it together must be able to accomplish it.
Cheers
Rce884