LOT of weight to lose, looking for support :)

becktacular90
becktacular90 Posts: 55 Member
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Hello - I have at least 200lbs to lose and have made a fair start. I am doing Lighterlife at the moment to give myself space from food.

Looking for friends and support in my journey :)
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  • xRachTasticx
    xRachTasticx Posts: 65 Member
    Hi!
    I have a decent amount of weight to lose myself. I'm thinking about 100lbs, but it may be 130, according to my doctor.
    I'm happy to join you in your pursuit of health! =)
  • Gearjammer71
    Gearjammer71 Posts: 151 Member
    My goal is 200 as well. I dropped 29 in about the last month just cutting calories and avoiding sugars and grains.
  • becktacular90
    becktacular90 Posts: 55 Member
    Ah awesome :) What methods are you hoping to use to beat the demon weight? haha:) x
  • jesuison
    jesuison Posts: 34
    I am trying to lose about 85, so I will be here to help support!
  • bigmike1712
    bigmike1712 Posts: 11 Member
    I also have a hell of alot to lose, been doing this MFP for a few months. Logging in and tracking every day and have lost quite a lot but don't want to log my new weight in case it makes me complacent and stop haha. I've just upped my protein level and reduced my carbs by way of not drinking fizzy drinks anymore and just sticking to water. I've also found if you have one cheat day / big meal a week it really reduces the cravings for the fun foods we all love.
  • KristaWeiss
    KristaWeiss Posts: 233 Member
    I lost a ton and always have room for improvement! You can add me and I'll be your buddy!
  • becktacular90
    becktacular90 Posts: 55 Member
    Wow - what a lot you've lost Krista! Well done!

    Aww hi Mike :) Thanks very much for your support. When you do have a huge amount to lose, it can seem a little intimidating - and I am well aware that half a stone can be as huge to someone as 400lbs can be to someone else! Will be great to share this journey with you all x
  • lindabuchan50
    lindabuchan50 Posts: 1
    Hi, I have 7 stone to lose for health reasons, as I have arthritis and type 2 diabetes. It seems a mammoth task and isn't going to be easy. Im a registered nurse and have a very physically active job. Its getting too painful because of all the weight I'm carrying. So I am very happy to buddy anybody who feels like me, that they need a lot of support to get there.:smile:
  • ckey50
    ckey50 Posts: 1
    Hi my name Christy I am have problem lose weight,I am planning on surgery ,I drink slim fast but it seen like they make me hungrier ,with copd it hard to work out,I have no one help me at home I start going to support groups , I workout with both my leg,and arm,I. Don't eat out or fry food I only been eat fish bake and chicken grilled stream veg ,only 300 cal for each meal if I drinks the slim fast shake it 190 cal ,but 30 min I am hunger, help what can I do,I drink lot of water no coke ,tea
  • BridgetMoans
    BridgetMoans Posts: 25
    hi im new here.... hoping to lose weight mainly for health reasons - stacked on way too much recently.
    Open to hearing from lots of different people so we can support each other and swap notes ;)
  • becktacular90
    becktacular90 Posts: 55 Member
    Hey there :) Nice to meet you! Hopefully you can reach your goals with support too! x
  • BridgetMoans
    BridgetMoans Posts: 25
    thank you! :smile:
  • jaokiray
    jaokiray Posts: 22
    Welcome and good luck. Believe it or not, simple things make a huge impact and it before you know it you will be a new you!
  • BridgetMoans
    BridgetMoans Posts: 25
    thank you again, getting excited now.

    how long does it take btw for the 'excitement' to disappear? lol.
  • jaokiray
    jaokiray Posts: 22
    That is dependent upon the person tbh. It might be that day when the stomach starts to grumbling too much or that last 100 meters seems to stretch to eternity or that 5 lbs turns to 50 lbs :tongue: But, believe it or not, the 'excitement' comes back when you conquered it and sometimes when you share the achievement!

    I'm not sure how you are going to be tracking your progress, but I find it is also beneficial to do measurements! Sometimes the scale can be disheartening, but then I have found the measurements kept my spirits up. Pound for pound--i'd rather have gained a pound muscle and lose an inch than just lose a pound. (advisory: personnel opinion) :bigsmile:
  • BridgetMoans
    BridgetMoans Posts: 25
    sound advice.

    I need to purchase a tape measure - if there is even one big enough!

    for now, will still trying to understand fully the site, i feel it will take a while, but I generally end up getting there.

    I guess I am all excited because its shiny and new, but yes, if I do my best the reward will ultimately be shifting the weight.

    - onwards and upwards!
  • Richie2shoes
    Richie2shoes Posts: 411 Member
    Hi, I have around 170 - 200 to lose myself. The support here helps me stick with it.
  • jennimc13
    jennimc13 Posts: 37
    Hi and welcome to MFP, I have been here a few weeks but only decided to started posting today..time to stop doing things on my own! I have a fair amount to lose too. Have lost 19lbs in the last few weeks by doing the 5/2 diet and uping my activity levels. It feels like such a massive task at the moment, but as I see the lbs drop my motivation goes up. However we all need a little kick sometimes or a pat on the back. Good to have people in the same boat encouraging each other.
  • robinschwalb
    robinschwalb Posts: 58 Member
    Feel free to add me guys....
  • zanusifiona
    zanusifiona Posts: 3
    I too have a lot of weight to lose approx 5 stone (100lbs)
    I would be happy to support anyone and would welcome their support too.
    Good Luck!
  • RTDice
    RTDice Posts: 193 Member
    Hi, I'm Graham. I have had a problem with weight for about all my life, but a bad end to last year and a worse start to this has at least kicked my butt into gear. I was 136Kg (299.2lb) I'd like to get to 67Kg (147lb) but somewhere around 70kg if it looks and feels like the health point wouldn't upset me.

    I track everything I eat, and when I exercise. I don't track housework, and I only track gardening if I spend a lot of the day doing it (so not that often, which is evident by the state of my garden!!) I am eating TDEE - 15 to 20% on feeding days and 700 cals on fast days. So a 5:2 intermittent fasting style with some controls to stop me from binge eating.

    I am happy to meet friends on this journey and share support and tips, so feel free to add me as a friend. :)
  • jaokiray
    jaokiray Posts: 22
    sound advice.

    I need to purchase a tape measure - if there is even one big enough!

    for now, will still trying to understand fully the site, i feel it will take a while, but I generally end up getting there.

    I guess I am all excited because its shiny and new, but yes, if I do my best the reward will ultimately be shifting the weight.

    - onwards and upwards!

    A sewing tape may be laying around the house maybe? That's what I started with (^^,)
  • gottobeslimfor40
    gottobeslimfor40 Posts: 9 Member
    Feel free to add me. I'm also looking to lose 100+lb and am in it for the long haul. I lost 47 before joining mfp but need this page for help and support, I'm happy to return the favour too :-)
  • rachelali1979
    rachelali1979 Posts: 6
    Hi. I'm new to this and also have quite a lot to lose. Looking for people to support me and for me to give support to as its quite toughdtough doing this. x I've no idea how you make friends on here either.... lol
  • shortie32
    shortie32 Posts: 8
    Hi there i have only been doing this for 6weeks and have lost 6lb i am on medication for epilepsy so it gets even harder at time i am a mother of 4 and am now weighing in at 176lb i still have a long way to go as i am only 4ft 9" really could do with some support too x
  • shortie32
    shortie32 Posts: 8
    hi i also have a lot to lose in my journey i will support you in yours
  • dga226
    dga226 Posts: 224 Member
    welcome aboard and i to have lots to lose i am a big soda drinker and seems like i am back on it again

    i started this jounery wearing a size 52 pants and now down to a size 46 but i know i can lose more. I just need to start eating better

    if any one wants a friends on here ad me and we can help each other with words a wisdom
  • ReeLani
    ReeLani Posts: 6
    I'm back on the wagon, so to speak, and ready to work at weight loss once again. I once lost 65 pounds with Weight Watchers. Gained it all back, plus some. I'm aiming to get rid of about 90 pounds. I started on MFP last year, did well for a while, then got lazy. But here I am again! Congratulations to all who've lost any amount. Each pound is a step on the journey!
  • shannonferrie
    shannonferrie Posts: 37
    Anyone feel free to add me, I come on the site every day and am always looking to give support, and gain it!
  • taoistpunk
    taoistpunk Posts: 57 Member
    Plenty to lose as well! 100# is my goal. I'm not using any special methods, just MFP and exercise...Friend me if you like :)

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