Re-introducing myself :(

Karasene
Karasene Posts: 140 Member
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I am Kara. A year ago I lost 50 pounds using mfp. I have gained 35 pounds back. I had a really rough year and went back to turning to food for my happiness. I am back and ready to finish what I started!

I went and cleaned out my friends list and am looking for friends on here to help. I'm starting new and would like some new friends.

I am 30 years old, married with 2 children. I run a small daycare out of my home and it is such a challenge for me to actually find the time to work out. I used to work out during nap time but I no longer can do that. I'm looking for inspirational, motivating friends to help me on my journey ( again).
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  • kristenleewarren
    kristenleewarren Posts: 41
    welcome back!! you can do this :D
  • timetoletgo
    timetoletgo Posts: 9 Member
    i too am looking for inspiration, feel free to friend me.

    good luck,

    kari
  • nack_23
    nack_23 Posts: 154
    You got this!
  • solbchgal
    solbchgal Posts: 21
    Hi! Welcome back. Don't be too hard on yourself that you are back again...you know you can do this! You proved yourself before you can do it again. Chasing around a bunch of little kids must burn a lot of calories..maybe somehow while you are watching them you can add a few lunges, squats etc. Even short bursts of exercise add up throughout the day. I'm somewhat new here..feel free to friend me, I too could use some inspiration.
  • suesue92
    suesue92 Posts: 8 Member
    You can do it! :)
  • sevin2
    sevin2 Posts: 19
    Good luck to you! Two kids is so much more work than one was, I am the first one up and the last one to bed everyday and barely find time to think much less work out. But somehow, someway I'm going to figure it out! I'd be happy to share ideas and support if you need a friend! Good luck to you!!
  • jenn2162
    jenn2162 Posts: 7 Member
    Think postive!! You are back and moving forward. I am new on here (I did WW in the past) feel free to friend me. I have 2 boys a 10 year old and an 8 month old. I have over 100 lbs to lose! I lost 60 before and gained it all back plus more when I got pregnant. GOOD LUCK!!!
  • geekmomof3
    geekmomof3 Posts: 18 Member
    Hi,

    I have 3 kids and work full time.
    I have gained weight from all of my pregnancies (4 in 6 years one lost baby at birth). I am done with having the mommy body.
  • irjeffb
    irjeffb Posts: 275 Member
    You can do it again! I sent you a friend request.
  • gvdoliver
    gvdoliver Posts: 106 Member
    Imagine how low you'd feel if you didn't bother going for it again! The hard bits over and like me, back on track! Lets do it!
  • Sharita0427
    Sharita0427 Posts: 38 Member
    I am Kara. A year ago I lost 50 pounds using mfp. I have gained 35 pounds back. I had a really rough year and went back to turning to food for my happiness. I am back and ready to finish what I started!

    I went and cleaned out my friends list and am looking for friends on here to help. I'm starting new and would like some new friends.

    I am 30 years old, married with 2 children. I run a small daycare out of my home and it is such a challenge for me to actually find the time to work out. I used to work out during nap time but I no longer can do that. I'm looking for inspirational, motivating friends to help me on my journey ( again).

    Hi Kara... 2012 was also a rough year for me. I lost my mothers last year & have gained about 50lbs since her passing on top of already being heavy from having a child & never losing the weight. I will be 30 in 2 weeks & am at my highest weight ever.

    I too have 2 children (6 & 3) as well as a full time job. Its so hard for me to get up an exercise. I'm exhausted when I get home. We can help each other on our journeys. Feel free to add me.
  • Caletagirl
    Caletagirl Posts: 47 Member
    We are all in it together :)
  • fihealth
    fihealth Posts: 165 Member
    Congrats on returning to your goals to live as happily and healthfully as possible! :)

    If it's hard to set aside large chunks of time for exercise, start a game... how many pushups/situps/stair climbs/<insert challenging exercise here> can you do in a two min break? If you do this several times throughout the day and vary your activities, you'll be amazed to see your strength, stamina, and body transform in tandem with a healthy diet!

    Warm wishes and good luck! Or more aptly, good choices! :)
  • monicabuc1
    monicabuc1 Posts: 41 Member
    I know exactly how you feel! Sent friend request. :happy:
  • fervc64
    fervc64 Posts: 53
    welcome back and good luck
  • Iloveeyore78
    Iloveeyore78 Posts: 75 Member
    Welcome back!!! You can do this! Please feel free to add me for support!!!! Together we can accomplish anything!!!!
  • lhinds85
    lhinds85 Posts: 65 Member
    Welcome back and feel free to add me. I'm starting back as well and need new friends
  • muderfocker
    muderfocker Posts: 83 Member
    Pretty much the same story for me. Lost 40 using mfp and gained half back......now I'm back! I'm very motivated to make it stick this time around. Feel free to add me. :)
  • karenboy29687
    karenboy29687 Posts: 61 Member
    Welcome back, you can totally do this! I reached my goal in October, and have been maintaining ever since, but I find that using MFP keeps me honest, and on track. I'd be happy to have you as a friend!
  • roxyz925
    roxyz925 Posts: 15
    Hello all! My name is Roxanne, I am 47, married and not so active. Just need to lose 25 pounds and heard this was the place to be! I complete week 1 successfully and lost 2 pounds but now need help with meals so I am not eating the same things all the time. Hope to get to know some friends and share ideas, recipes and stories!
  • jayecrist
    jayecrist Posts: 2
    You are back and that is what counts - to your health, cheers!
  • Lauren0822
    Lauren0822 Posts: 12 Member
    You can do this and we can help each other cause I need the support too!! If you ever want to go workout I am definitely up do going with you!! You got this!!
  • pawnstarNate
    pawnstarNate Posts: 1,728 Member
    Welcome back...feel free to add me. early last year, I lost 35, gained back 10 during the fall due to a bone spur and broken hand. but, all is well now. Happily married daddy of 3 so, I don't like flirt...unless you call saying awesome pic, nice legs, or looking hawt flirting. To me that's an asteem booster :)
  • Melissakay1222
    Melissakay1222 Posts: 74 Member
    Welcom back . . . and keep your chin up! You CAN do it! :)
  • RunConquerCelebrate
    RunConquerCelebrate Posts: 956 Member
    You can do this and I am here for you to help you along.
  • getmebackforlife
    getmebackforlife Posts: 20 Member
    feel free to add me. I lost some weight in the past using this site but had a lot of family issues and went back to eating whatever, whenever. I am 46 and finding it harder to loose weight now than it has ever been in my life! But I'm back and need support and will be glad to support you!
  • maja3765
    maja3765 Posts: 1
    I'm thinking if ya did it once you can do again. I am ur best supporter (i have been for 30 years.), except now ur r mine as well.....lets do this girl.....love u oxoxoxo
  • JenLovesFall
    JenLovesFall Posts: 107
    Oh wow!!! We have so much in common! I'm a 30-year-old stay-at-home mom who is watching a neighbor's infant 5 days a week (not a professional daycare provider). I also was doing very well on MFP until Christmas came around and I caught the flu and have gained a lot of my lost weight back. Please feel free to add me! Today is my first day back on track to eating healthy and exercising. We can do this together!! We also have about the same amount of weight to lose :)
  • HannahMarieMcDougald
    HannahMarieMcDougald Posts: 544
    Welcome back...Add me! :)
  • kas1025
    kas1025 Posts: 26
    Welcome back! You can do it. I'll add you as friends so we can support each other!

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