No more excuses, no more BS

PinnacleWA
PinnacleWA Posts: 6
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I'm a 31/m living in the great state of Washington and tipped the scales at 250 lbs this morning. 6'3, former athlete, more knowledge about training and diet than you'd ever guess with the way I look today. I've gotten lazy, and now I have nothing but fat to show for it.

I am ashamed of the way I look and how I've let myself go over the last 18 months. I binged on pizza, I secretly went to the drive through of fast food restaurants to grab burgers or fries, and I convinced myself that I still looked "healthy"...The clothes got tighter and my energy went way down. Can anyone relate?

I've made excuses all along the way, cancelled workouts, and never held myself accountable for my current state. I've lost a bunch of lbs only to add them back on when I slip up or stop caring.

I have a trip to the Caribbean planned at the end of April and I'm looking to get as lean as I can over the next 90 days.

If you are interested in being my friend to help motivate me, I'd be more than willing to do the same for you.

This is the month I reclaim my health and fitness...No more excuses, no more BS.

-- Benson --
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  • tabstar81
    tabstar81 Posts: 7 Member
    Thank you for sharing your story! You can do it!
  • strawmama
    strawmama Posts: 623 Member
    You got this!! Feel free to add me if you want, I'm on here everyday :)
  • sassy_sadie
    sassy_sadie Posts: 36 Member
    Great attitude!
  • cherylatkwechanged
    cherylatkwechanged Posts: 479 Member
    You can do come on we are behind you iAd me if u want
  • sharleengc
    sharleengc Posts: 792 Member
    Those lightbulb moments are kind of awesome huh! Feel free to add me if you want!
  • TLEIGH33777
    TLEIGH33777 Posts: 93 Member
    You have the right attitude!!!
  • irjeffb
    irjeffb Posts: 275 Member
    NO EXCUSES!!!
  • stephanie30820
    stephanie30820 Posts: 1
    I know how you feel right, WE can do this!
  • my2kin04
    my2kin04 Posts: 69 Member
    I can relate. I lost 50lbs, busted my BUTT of doing it. It took me 21 weeks to do it,too. I started looking good, feeling good, and what do I do? You guessed it, rewarded myself with food and it all went down hill from there.I gained it all back. So here I am starting back at square one trying so hard to get back into the fitness mode. Wish me luck, too. We can do it!
  • nancybuss
    nancybuss Posts: 1,461 Member
    Reclaim your health!!!
    We are here to help keep you encouraged and motivated!
    you already have the knowledge and know how, so you've got this!!!!
  • Luvmyboxerboy
    Luvmyboxerboy Posts: 130 Member
    You can do this! I have a trip the end of April too...that's my motivation! Also, I'm addicted to the SUCCESS stories board, it's what keeps me going! Check it out, you'll see amazing stories on there! Welcome and feel free to add me!
  • JenniTheVeggie
    JenniTheVeggie Posts: 2,474 Member
    Friend request sent!
  • naculp
    naculp Posts: 225 Member
    Added. I kinda fell into the same boat, where I made excuses for my large size "because I played football and lifted weights." That definitely didn't make sense after I was done with sports.

    I've recently gotten back into heavy lifting, although I'm also an avid runner
  • Kath712
    Kath712 Posts: 1,263 Member
    You can do it!! My only word of advice is to not only work toward your vacation, but beyond that too. Make this a lifelong commitment. It's easier to keep going than to stop and have to start over again. Feel free to add me if you are looking for support - I encourage all of my Pals everyday. :smile:
  • cnanderson28
    cnanderson28 Posts: 9
    I'm in the same boat...lost over a 100 lbs 4 years ago, and have now gained 25 of it back...I need motivation! :) I'm going to Mexico at the end of the month...
  • brandymandycandy
    brandymandycandy Posts: 146
    You got this, with the attitude you have right now you can do it :smile:

    Feel free to add me!
  • Gazfergie
    Gazfergie Posts: 5 Member
    I know exactly what your going through 1 used to play rugby so ashamed of myself add me
  • danndur
    danndur Posts: 3 Member
    That's the attitude! we can do it!
  • jbantau
    jbantau Posts: 15
    I can totally relate. Feel free to add me too!
  • mistytopp
    mistytopp Posts: 10 Member
    you can do it! im from new zealand and am trying to loose weight for my sister in laws wedding plus my wedding tipping i started at 104kgs never want to be that size ever again!!
  • skydiveD30571
    skydiveD30571 Posts: 281 Member
    I am ashamed of the way I look and how I've let myself go over the last 18 months. I binged on pizza, I secretly went to the drive through of fast food restaurants to grab burgers or fries, and I convinced myself that I still looked "healthy"...The clothes got tighter and my energy went way down. Can anyone relate?

    Absolutely! 25/m, 6'2" former high school and college football player at a healthy 220lb. Desk job, laziness, convenient fast food, not having to work my *kitten* off everday for sports, all led to a big loss in muscle and big gain in fat...up to 237lbs. Last year I lost weight successfully (albeit muscle and fat and wasn't happy with it) so I know how to do it, and give my family and friends pointers on diet and exercise. Yet I look like I know nothing about it. Last month I hit the largest weight ever, and had the same aha moment! I've got health problems growing and haven't "looked good" in a long time. So my reasons have changed, but the desire is back just like in the old days.

    My advice, you've been athletic before and most likely was in good shape. Remember that feeling and drive you once had, and it'll feel natural again soon enough!
  • jessakahbuell
    jessakahbuell Posts: 33
    Anyone looking for a motivational friend can add me! :)

    jessakahbuell
  • PinnacleWA
    PinnacleWA Posts: 6
    Thank you to everyone on this thread (and whoever was lurking) who sent me a friend request!

    Great to know that everyone is truly interested in helping others succeed and willing to offer their support.

    I'll be answer questions on the other boards or commenting on your posts if I see anything worth tweaking / pointing out.
  • lewcompton
    lewcompton Posts: 881 Member
    Anyone is welcome to add me... 127 pounds in seven months and still dropping well... My diary is open to give you ideas and my mind is open to advice from others.
  • lovemitch125
    lovemitch125 Posts: 257 Member
    Feel free to add me for your journey!
    I have some problems with excuses too - trying to stop.
    I'll help you if you help me!!!
    Good Luck! :happy:
  • stumblinthrulife
    stumblinthrulife Posts: 2,558 Member
    I can relate, man. I used to teach kickboxing, and was experienced in judo and tkd. But after the birth of my daughter I let myself get to the point that if I told people I was a martial artist they'd probably assume sumo :laugh:

    Feel free to add me if you want a little extra motivation. I think I'm going to need a little myself in the coming month, since I seem to be plateau-ing.
  • vb4evr
    vb4evr Posts: 615 Member
    As a lot here...
    Can completely and totally relate to what you have said.
    6'4 - played volleyball in college, bad knee injury and everything went to crap. Have done the secret drive through eatings, and am just getting back to a point where I can start to beat the cycle.

    Friend request send, and anyone else can feel free to add as well.
  • Vercell
    Vercell Posts: 437 Member
    You can do this add me if you like.
  • npathak294
    npathak294 Posts: 5 Member
    Hooray, congratulations on taking this first step! You can do it!
  • groke101
    groke101 Posts: 59
    I can totally relate to you. It's so easy to let it slip, but this is a great place to get back on track, you can do it and the great support on here can help you.

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