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VirkingHard
VirkingHard Posts: 26 Member
edited January 23 in Introduce Yourself
Hi Pals,

Wanted to introduce myself to try and find supportive people to connect with so we may help each other on our journey.

I've copy & pasted my Profile to introduce myself, hope to connect with lots of you.

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I am Husband & a Father of 3.
I have tried/lost weight on numerous occasions, only to put it back on for one reason or another (there's something new).

It seems to be after 3 months when a different "spanner in the works" appears.

I have been on MFP before, I joined a year or so ago to initially track my Food Diary after a friend recommended the site.
He has had fantastic results & is in Canada at the moment running his 1st Marathon.

I lost a fair bit of weight last year, then went on Holiday where I put on 7lbs in a week. On returning I was eager to get back into the swing of things - TOO EAGER.
I overdid it in a Spin Class and had severe Muscle Strain in my upper back which meant I didn't exercise for about 3 months.

The weight steadily piled back on in my frustration of not being able to exercise, after it had become "addictive".

I felt ashamed of how I had "failed again" and couldn't bring myself to show my face in the gym - I felt i had let myself and others down.

Time to start AGAIN - for at least 12 months this time - NO LESS !

I want to get in shape to feel better about myself and to be healthier inside and out & at the same time being a good role model for my kids.

Last year I lost 35lbs and I remember fitting into jeans 2-3 sizes smaller - I want to have that feeling again.

One of my goals last year was to be an inspiration to others, which in a small way I achieved when people would tell me how well I was doing and some even said "you're inspiring me when I see your results"

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Until we meet again,

VirkingHard

Replies

  • JenniferPlus2
    JenniferPlus2 Posts: 119 Member
    It is good to see I am not the only one that has struggled with being able to stick with the program of diet and exercise. I just keep trying to make good choices and think about how good I feel when I exercise and eat right. Although results are a good motivator, remember that exercising and eating right are just a healthy way to live no matter what the immediate results may be.
  • RobynMWilson
    RobynMWilson Posts: 1,540 Member
    Feel free to add me. You will get the exercise addiction again. Just start out one day at a time!
  • VirkingHard
    VirkingHard Posts: 26 Member
    Bump
  • coutureaffair
    coutureaffair Posts: 9
    It's so encouraging to know others are struggling with this weight loss "battle" definitely add me if you'd like!
  • marysowter
    marysowter Posts: 121 Member
    Hi I love your honesty and good for you for acknowledging that you need a healthy life style I have sent you a friends request and I wish you the very best of luck :smile: x
  • TeeTotall
    TeeTotall Posts: 5
    good luck with your journey, add me to friends if you like
  • cybersheel
    cybersheel Posts: 145 Member
    Good luck - you haven't given up that's the main thing. Good luck, take it slow. Add me if you wish, it's good to get support.
  • cherylatkwechanged
    cherylatkwechanged Posts: 479 Member
    Good luck and feel free to add x
  • VirkingHard
    VirkingHard Posts: 26 Member
    Thanks Guys,

    Sorry wasn't aware I had any replies until I checked.
    Is there a way to switch email alerts on for replies?

    VH
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