Recovered Anorexic

allflowers
allflowers Posts: 6
in Introduce Yourself
Hi, my name is Becca.

Of course, since it’s (almost) the start of a new year, it’s time for a weight loss and health-oriented goal. I’ve had several weight loss goals in the past, which lead to a downward spiral into an eating disorder. The differences this year are 1. I’m going to try my hardest to stay healthy, 2. I will set a realistic goal, and 3. I will not give up over small (or big) mistakes.

I’ve decided to use MFP for support and accountability. I really hope it will help me not slip back into my self-destructive behaviors. I’ve recently recovered and regained all of the weight I lost (plus a little more). It’s really hard for someone with disordered eating to stay on the right track and not relapse, as I have many times before. I really want 2014 to be my year of healthy eating and healthy weight loss. Hopefully the support of everyone here will help me stay on the right track and help me change my life for the better.

I'm currently 5'5. At my lowest weight, I was 108 lbs. At the moment, I'm between 135 and 140 (I haven't been weighing myself every day). My realistic weight loss goal is 120 lbs by May 29th of 2014, it's definitely subject to change though. Thank you for taking the time to read this! I hope this community can help me reach my goals.

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  • Fuzzipeg
    Fuzzipeg Posts: 2,301 Member
    Very best wishes as you stride into the New Year with such a fine achievement and goals to keep healthy behind and before you.
  • dreamingof_thin
    dreamingof_thin Posts: 40
    Hi lovely, I'm a 'recovering' anorexic, I'm 5'4 ish and my goal is around 115lbs (I'm currently at 92 ish). I am so proud of you for coming so far in your recovery! Congratulations and keep up the good work, stay happy and positive and make sure you stay in the healthy weight loss mind set! Xx
  • kagevf
    kagevf Posts: 509 Member
    Hi!

    I would love to help either with motivation, writing a meal plan, workout plan etc...

    Im getting my pom-poms out to cheer you on...lets go baby lets go!
  • allflowers
    allflowers Posts: 6
    Thank you all so much! :)
  • Dewymorning
    Dewymorning Posts: 762 Member
    You go girl!

    Surrond yourself with people who support you and kick the *kitten* of anyone who doesn't.

    I really do hope you succeed in healthy weight loss.

    Feel free to add me as a friend if you would like. I am the girl who encourages chocolate as part of a healthy, balanced diet.

    :P
  • jennysch84
    jennysch84 Posts: 9 Member
    Hi I'm also a recovering Anorexic, so I understand a lot of the struggle with balancing a healthy lifestyle and looking fit without sliding back to destructive behaviors. I've been working on keeping myself healthy for the past 5 years or so. If you would like you can add add me as a friend. Good luck and stay healthy :)
  • JoyceMccormack1958
    JoyceMccormack1958 Posts: 22 Member
    Good luck, keep healthy!
  • staringatthesun
    staringatthesun Posts: 38 Member
    hey becca (and jennysch84)! i've joined the ranks these last few days on MFP, also as a recovered anorexic. similarly, i'm hoping that the accountability and support here will help me to stay healthy and not become symptomatic, while still losing some of this extra weight i've gained since moving across the country a couple years ago. i'm definitely going to add both of you as friends! and anyone else out there should feel free to add me as well. :) the more support the better!

    stats, in case anyone is wondering:
    - H: 5' 8.5"
    - HW: 163 (september 2013)
    - SW: 146 (december 2013)
    - GW: 115 -- most likely once i actually get down to 115, i'll start increasing my intake slowly so i maintain more around 120. we'll see!
    - LW: lower than healthy, but not going to say exact number as i don't want to trigger! (august 2007)

    xoxo
  • tembii
    tembii Posts: 34
    Hey there sweetie, I am a recovered anorexic as well, I'm 5'8", female, and used to be at 99 lbs at my lowest. I'm 135 lbs now and using MFP as an accountability tool as well. If you ever wanna chat or are feeling down, or helpless, anything, just shoot me an inbox, you're not alone!


    -tembii
  • allflowers
    allflowers Posts: 6
    It's so nice to have some support, thank you all so much.

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