We are pleased to announce that on March 4, 2025, an updated Rich Text Editor will be introduced in the MyFitnessPal Community. To learn more about the upcoming changes, please click here. We look forward to sharing this new feature with you!

Friends for Motivation!

bethcerabona
bethcerabona Posts: 8
edited February 2 in Introduce Yourself
Hi! I'm Beth and this is my first time posting in a forum. I'm looking to make some friends to help keep me motivated :)

I have been following a medically supervised, very low calorie diet, as suggested by my doctor. The program is called New Direction and it is through a local hospital :)

I am 19 years old, 5 ft 9 in tall, and my starting weight was 300 lbs. Right now I am 272 lbs and my goal is to get to and maintain a weight from 160 lbs to 180 lbs. Basically, when I get closer to that weight, I will discuss with my doctor what weight would be ideal for me.

I have been very overweight for my entire life and I have been a yo-yo dieter. I have lost and regained around 20 lbs multiple times in my life. As a result, my doctor suggested a more structured and supportive weight loss program. I am doing fairly well so far, but I am uneasy at this point because of my habit of yo-yoing.


Anyways, I am having a hard time giving myself credit for the weight I have lost. My goal seems so unattainable to me and I just don't feel very confident in myself. I'd really like to make some friends on here to help me combat my insecurity :D

Replies

  • sjanejack
    sjanejack Posts: 158
    Well, I wouldn't mind trying to motivate people, and I still have less than 10 friends on here. Anyway if you ever need help or want any tips I would do my best. I've lost about 50 pounds so far, and I would like to get below 150 pounds.
  • tmuellenberg
    tmuellenberg Posts: 265 Member
    28 lbs is a huge accomplishment! You should be proud of that :) Feel free to add me if you're looking for supportive friends!
  • Rosie958r
    Rosie958r Posts: 160 Member
    Congrats on the loss :)
    I'll add you. Always looking for motivating friends!
  • TamaraKat
    TamaraKat Posts: 533 Member
    We are all backing you! - Welcome to the community and good luck with your progress! I honestly can't wait to see you drop more :) It;s an amazing journey!
  • connierobinson1979
    connierobinson1979 Posts: 2 Member
    Hi Beth!

    I'd love to be your friend. I'm also new here and have a lot of weight to lose. I'm currently right under 300 pounds and have a goal weight of 145. It sounds like you're on the right track by talking with your Dr. You can do this!
  • battybecks
    battybecks Posts: 147 Member
    28lbs is an amazing loss! Absolutely brilliant!

    I know the feeling though - just feeling fed up of the journey and thinking 'how long is this going to take'? Good luck - and add me if you like! I'll motivate you if you motivate me :)
  • Luuvy
    Luuvy Posts: 602 Member
    Hey, 28 lbs is amazing, you are doing great! Feel free to add me if you need support :-)
  • Armyantzzz
    Armyantzzz Posts: 214 Member
    Just stay motivated... it's the best way to reach your goals... :wink: ArmyAntzzz at your service...:bigsmile: :bigsmile:
  • bethcerabona
    bethcerabona Posts: 8
    Thanks everyone! I've definitely been avoiding going to the gym for the past two weeks and I'm pretty frustrated with myself. I just keep making excuses! My goal was to go 5 times a week and in reality, I'm lucky if I go twice a week! Any suggestions?
  • rdsxgrl28
    rdsxgrl28 Posts: 165 Member
    I know the feeling of having lots to lose, just feels so overwhelming. I lost 187 lb 9 years ago, put 65 back now on the road again.

    I get the gym thing once you stop it feels like climbing a mountain to get back. Can you start by just walking for the first week then getting back might be easier. I mapped a walk with my car, 3 miles and started there. I have a goal of gym by Sunday.
This discussion has been closed.

Categories