Finally getting serious...hit rock bottom...

Wefita · July 2013

I know exactly how you feel. I used to just ignore my pictures, then a few months ago, I was where you are now. I saw a picture of me, and I just cried all night. I will send you a request, because I have found that having positive and encouraging people around is just we need! MFP is amazing, there are so many positive and encouraging people on here! It’s so humbling that I have found so many people on here that have rooted me on, and encouraged me and most of them I don’t even know in real life! I think we should all stick together, and kick this weight loss journey in the *kitten*! I log in faithfully every day, exercise pretty much every day, and am cooking healthy recipes. I have lost a total of 28 lbs and 18 lbs since I have been on MFP. 75 more lbs for me to go!! I know you can do it!!

tpcooper · July 2013

Congrats on deciding to do something about it!

willowstregaraven · July 2013

Been here about six weeks now , . Lost over a stone
I also write a blog on here
It's about growing up with deaf parents and a morbidly obese parent
It's about being bullied and the abuse I suffered as a child
So it's not related to the here and now but related to food
It's my journey , and I hope to share it with people here on mfp
Good luck with your new journey

truelove7 · July 2013

WOW! Thank you all SO SO much! I am completely humbled by the response I've received on this post. You know, our society is not very nice to fat people. Most places I go, I feel invisible...sometimes people won't look at me. Even the other day, this dude held the door for the good looking lady in front of me, but let it shut on me.

To have so many people reach out to me is truly touching. I don't feel invisible here. (And yes, I may had shed a tear...HA!)

I look forward to continued success and motivation...and look forward to supporting others.

penelopeyvonne · July 2013

You *have* come to the right place. I have never been as successful on ANY diet before I found MFP at the beginning of this year. Good luck with it all. Enjoy the shopping for new clothes (I did and still do!)! x

JGray1973 · July 2013

I know where you are coming from. I thought that I was okay. I knew I was overweight but I thought not that bad until I saw a pic of me and my boyfriend. Gross... is this really me? I need to lose this weight.

Lisah8969 · July 2013

You will find that MFP is a great place! I have met many amazing friends on here and every day I look forward to see what they are doing.

I subscribe to the "everything in moderation" and "as long as it fits" mentality and I think that is the reason why it has finally worked for me. I can have what I want in moderation so I don't spend my time being remorseful that I can't have another cupcake for the rest of my life. Patience is key with this, but it works!

Friend me if you would like and most of all good luck!

sweetooth1 · July 2013

Hi there!!! Im new to this community!! And i need some encouragement to,, im on the same page as everybody else,, i need
Some inspiration and help too

farway · July 2013

Hi there!!! Im new to this community!! And i need some encouragement to,, im on the same page as everybody else,, i need
Some inspiration and help too

Friend request sent

janinealfke · July 2013

I so know how you feel. I was 563 lbs in August of 2011. My daughter's wedding pics of me were a real wake up call for me too. You can do this. We are all here to support you! Getting moving and committing to changing how you eat, is most of the battle. Then you just have to stick to it. I had RNY Gastric Bypass a year ago July 30. I've lost 280 lbs and still going. I go to the gym every day and do exercises in the water as my knees are completely blown from carrying all that weight. You're still young and you can do this...if I can do it, anyone can!!! You are welcome to friend me if you like....YOU CAN DO IT...KEEP THE FAITH!!!!

Janine Alfke

Inspired30 · July 2013

This is a great first step! Good luck and I'll send a request

NSMustanggirl · July 2013

Bit by bit you'll get there! You've taken the first step!

NualaTW · July 2013

I too hit the 300 lbs mark and decided that this year is the year I will devote to my health. Joined MFP in January and have almost hit 30 lbs lost (should have it by the end of this month), and it's just given me the motivation to keep on going!

We can do this!

katie230193 · July 2013

Good luck

feel free to friend me. I'm always willing to help support

suetrnka · July 2013

Really well said...found direction in your words - thanks

Rays_Wife · July 2013

get the science right. start with 'Good Calories, Bad Calories' by Gary Taubes. long read but worth it. cut the carbs.

No.

I think the site you are looking for is lowcarbfriends.com. This is Myfitnesspal where you can eat what you want within your calorie limits.

Mac_ch · July 2013

Hi Mary Lynn! I think we all reach a time when we think "what am I doing with my health?". I'm glad that you're keeping an eye on what you eat! You can add me if you want, I have to lose a little over 145lbs!

familymom2 · July 2013

Morning. My name is Monica Kirk & I'm new to myfitnesspal. My Dr. introduced me a couple wks ago. I've had some ongoing health issues & take alot of meds for it. 1 in particular I noticed, did help tremendously with the pain, but also caused alot of wt gain that I do not like. What I'm working on mostly is to cut down on what I eat. That particular med caused me to eat eat eat. It didn't matter if I was really hungry for it, if it was there, by golly, I'd sure eat it if you weren't going to. I'm not that big to begin w/,but adding extra pounds on an alrdy small frame, I can feel it. I was just looking for some extra encouragement from anyone who's somewhat more familiar with myfitnesspal. My husband & son help wherever they can, but it would help if I knew someone who was doing this also. I'm about 2 wks in & not doing too bad so far...