Sick of it

looseitnow99
looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
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Hey everyone,

I've been on MFP for a while and I haven't had much success yet. I've reached rock bottom though. I currently weight 237lb when I used to weight 180lb 4 years ago. Time to get back on track. Looking for someone who has the same goal to keep each other accountable. I'm looking to drop 57lb and I'm taking this seriously from now on. Mostly for health reasons, I've decided to stop this and learn how to eat correctly because as weird as it sounds not many of us know how to eat in terms of portions and nutrients. Anyhow, support is greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.
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  • annAsami
    annAsami Posts: 53
    Hey there!

    I know what you mean I haven't had any success at all over the many times trying to use this. My problem was starting BC 5 years ago. I auto gained 10 pounds and have gone up another 10 no matter what I try but now I need to kick it up so I can lose it and the only thing my doc said would help is to work twice as hard to counteract the BC...so helpful lol.

    I would be happy to join you on your journey and hopefully we can each other along the way!!!
  • emhunter
    emhunter Posts: 1,212 Member
    I'm losing and losing slowly. I find that cutting carbs and sugar is the best way for me to move the scale. It's hard and many days I stumble, but it gets the job done.

    Also, I suggest posting a picture and connecting with your MFP buddies. It really makes you log in and keep trying when you would have quit otherwise. I believe some of my best/most supportive and favorite friends have open diaries and daily loggers. Maybe just a coincidence, but I'm going with it for now. Good luck!! You will do it!
  • annAsami
    annAsami Posts: 53
    I agree with emhunter! Add a photo and think of it like a healthy facebook!! Instead of seeing stupid nonsense that people feel the need to post all day it is full of motivation, success, advice and acceptance!!!
  • jdad1
    jdad1 Posts: 1,899 Member
    i will add you if you so desire. Please add a profile pick though. Even if it is a quote or a logo i don't care. Gray alian people scare me. lol
  • smc122977
    smc122977 Posts: 8 Member
    I agree with what's already been said. Put up a photo, log in every single day, converse with your pals, keep your diary open and be open tips and advice.

    Good luck, you can do this!
  • jdad1
    jdad1 Posts: 1,899 Member
    bump for my new friend. Everyone add him right now. That is a direct order. :smile:
  • jdad1
    jdad1 Posts: 1,899 Member
    add him you supportive folks
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    Hey there!

    I know what you mean I haven't had any success at all over the many times trying to use this. My problem was starting BC 5 years ago. I auto gained 10 pounds and have gone up another 10 no matter what I try but now I need to kick it up so I can lose it and the only thing my doc said would help is to work twice as hard to counteract the BC...so helpful lol.

    I would be happy to join you on your journey and hopefully we can each other along the way!!!

    Hey thank you for replying ! I think the reason why we don't have any success with this website is because I never took it seriously. I found it hard to really estimate portions of food eaten. Since then I purchased an electronic kitchen scale and even though its work, things need to be measuredif we hope to succeed. just to clarify things, when you say bc do you mean birth control ? I never know that could affect weight but im not surprised. I am happy to have you join me in my journey as I am sure we will succeed. One thing to remember is I've gained about 50somwrhing pounds in the past 5 years and the maim reason why I feel I have never lost it is that I gave up.I felt it was not in my control, life is too short to deprive yourself and etc. Yesterday I really felt sick of myself and this weight. And I'm loosing it, no matter what it takes. Anyways, keep in touch ! Sorry for typos I'm using my phone.
  • phyllisbobbitt
    phyllisbobbitt Posts: 347 Member
    :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: i am sending a friend request your way! i joined june 2012 & have lost over 130 pounds! i am on here everyday & i think together we can support & encourage each other!
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    I'm losing and losing slowly. I find that cutting carbs and sugar is the best way for me to move the scale. It's hard and many days I stumble, but it gets the job done.

    Also, I suggest posting a picture and connecting with your MFP buddies. It really makes you log in and keep trying when you would have quit otherwise. I believe some of my best/most supportive and favorite friends have open diaries and daily loggers. Maybe just a coincidence, but I'm going with it for now. Good luck!! You will do it!

    Hey thank you for replying. Definetly carbs and sugar are a nono. I am cutting sugary drinks too, all those useless calories I used to consume. I posted a picture today. And I will post another one soon. Its amazing I've had this app for 1-2 years and I though it was pretty useless and it didn't work. But I was amazed at the responses I got. Thank you all for being there. It gave me a reason to fill my food log for today. Will keep you all up to date. Thanks a million!
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    I agree with emhunter! Add a photo and think of it like a healthy facebook!! Instead of seeing stupid nonsense that people feel the need to post all day it is full of motivation, success, advice and acceptance!!!

    Lols photo is uploaded. I don't have Facebook for that specific reason. But I will add another photo soon. And when I do succeed I will add a before and after picture.

    Thanks !
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    i will add you if you so desire. Please add a profile pick though. Even if it is a quote or a logo i don't care. Gray alian people scare me. lol

    Jdad thank you for your reply ! And congrats to you on the progress ! Gray alien people? Lols you're right I think it looks better now

    Keep in touch !
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    I agree with what's already been said. Put up a photo, log in every single day, converse with your pals, keep your diary open and be open tips and advice.

    Good luck, you can do this!

    Thank you for your reply! You're right, having someone to talk to and who understands the difficulties you go through is really essential for everyone's success. i am open to tips and advice.

    Thanks again!
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    bump for my new friend. Everyone add him right now. That is a direct order. :smile:

    Thank you J. I appreciate your input.
  • florentinovillaro
    florentinovillaro Posts: 342 Member
    I would be happy to add you as a friend to inspire and brainstorm with. I'll send you a request.
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    Okay so Day 1: not easy

    This gas started off okay, but almost ended badly. I ate out at a restaurant but mostly salad bar so that was not bad.just very hard to know/measure quantities. I almost felt like eating some junk food but I made it pas today. Well see what tomorrow holds. I found that its important to keep warm at home. If its cold you tend to want to eat more often. This one cost me for a while.

    This is getting long to type on a phone !

    Talk soon!

    Thanks again and good luck
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: i am sending a friend request your way! i joined june 2012 & have lost over 130 pounds! i am on here everyday & i think together we can support & encourage each other!

    Congratulations ! I can only imagine how great you must feel for having accomplished this. You are just another example that it can be done and you really proved it. I am glad to support and encourage each other !

    Keep in touch
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    I would be happy to add you as a friend to inspire and brainstorm with. I'll send you a request.

    Hey ! Thank you for the add! Congratulations on your progress ! I know it wasn't an easy road so far and the one coming won't be either but I am sure that if you keep this up you will do it. I am glad to share progress, thoughts and motivation with you.

    Keep in touch!
  • llabruce4
    llabruce4 Posts: 41 Member
    I am in the same boat as you weight wise. I was 180 10 years ago, and am now 224. I was at 235ish back in november so am going in the right direction now , and have found this website as a great tool to try to get back in the 180s. Feel free to add me (and anyone else), because I definitely need the support and to be pushed
  • florentinovillaro
    florentinovillaro Posts: 342 Member
    I am in the same boat as you weight wise. I was 180 10 years ago, and am now 224. I was at 235ish back in november so am going in the right direction now , and have found this website as a great tool to try to get back in the 180s. Feel free to add me (and anyone else), because I definitely need the support and to be pushed

    YES! MFP definitely made a difference in helping me track and realize how much over eating I was doing. At first the drastic reduction in food intake was hard, but now it feels like I'm eating normally and not depriving myself. Thank God for MFP.
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    I am in the same boat as you weight wise. I was 180 10 years ago, and am now 224. I was at 235ish back in november so am going in the right direction now , and have found this website as a great tool to try to get back in the 180s. Feel free to add me (and anyone else), because I definitely need the support and to be pushed

    Hey ! Thanks for the reply, sorry I haven't replied very fast as I am working overtime and I don't have access to the internet. I definetly know how you're feeling. It's only when I hit 238 that I felt terrible about myself. I hoovered at 230 for a month or two and it bothered me but when I hit 238, the cup spilled.

    Keep up the efforts ! you can do it. Thats what you need to remember because it's too easy to give in and think you can't. It's unbelievable what eating correctly for 2 days can do for you. I already feel better. Today wasn't a success. I ate out and definetly went over. Not by much, but I went over.

    Already worried about tomorrow as it's new year and we're having people over. Keep strong guys, I know than in 6 months we will be much closer to our goal. It didn't take 5 days to gain this weight and it won't go away in 5 days for sure.

    Keep in touch !
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    I am in the same boat as you weight wise. I was 180 10 years ago, and am now 224. I was at 235ish back in november so am going in the right direction now , and have found this website as a great tool to try to get back in the 180s. Feel free to add me (and anyone else), because I definitely need the support and to be pushed

    YES! MFP definitely made a difference in helping me track and realize how much over eating I was doing. At first the drastic reduction in food intake was hard, but now it feels like I'm eating normally and not depriving myself. Thank God for MFP.

    You know what I realized ? How much we don't know how to eat ! You would think we should know after having done it thousands of times in our lives. But no. Society is to blame, so is advertising, but even with all of this, there is hope. MFP is unique because it creates a team spirit and inspires others.
  • dswish1
    dswish1 Posts: 4 Member
    Hi guys, Well here I go again. Does that sound familiar? What other choice do we have? When I let go I gain weight so fast and feel awful. I haven't even really weighed today, could be higher than I am guessing. Will weigh in the morn. My immediate goal is 200lbs. I think I am at 235? Was working out all the time (5 days a week for an hour or more) for last couple of years but can't seem to get the food on board, actually I guess I get a lot of food on board, ha. Need to get the RIGHT food on board and stay consistent long enough to get some results. Then I just gave up and quit it all. Eating bad and not exercising =disgust. Glad to hear others who get this . I am 46 in January, and I am sick of it. Good luck to you all and myself as well. One question, I am planning to eat the same things for breakfast to simplify the calorie counting for a week at a time, thoughts? Thanks to all of you in advance as well.
  • GingerLolita
    GingerLolita Posts: 738 Member
    I started to see the scale go up again a few weeks ago and, since then, I've been getting more serious about weight loss (or at least maintenance - I'm at the top end of a healthy BMI). I bought a food scale and I've been making sure to measure all my moderate- and high-calorie foods. The last week has been difficult because I've been eating at other people's homes for the holidays, but I've been cooking more and making smart choices when possible. In 2014, I plan to significantly reduce my intake of processed food and sugars, not just for weight loss, but to improve overall health. Shifting focus and prioritizing health has helped me get excited again about my diet/lifestyle!
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    Hi guys, Well here I go again. Does that sound familiar? What other choice do we have? When I let go I gain weight so fast and feel awful. I haven't even really weighed today, could be higher than I am guessing. Will weigh in the morn. My immediate goal is 200lbs. I think I am at 235? Was working out all the time (5 days a week for an hour or more) for last couple of years but can't seem to get the food on board, actually I guess I get a lot of food on board, ha. Need to get the RIGHT food on board and stay consistent long enough to get some results. Then I just gave up and quit it all. Eating bad and not exercising =disgust. Glad to hear others who get this . I am 46 in January, and I am sick of it. Good luck to you all and myself as well. One question, I am planning to eat the same things for breakfast to simplify the calorie counting for a week at a time, thoughts? Thanks to all of you in advance as well.


    Glad to have you here. I'm back as well. I jumped off the sled and let myself go the past few days. Feel terrible about it. You know what the worst thing is though ? There's no point in feeling bad. You fall, you get up, and you keep walking. That's the only way. If i'm going to be weak and feel guilty, it's a downward spiral. Will keep everyone posted. No more eating for me today !
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    I started to see the scale go up again a few weeks ago and, since then, I've been getting more serious about weight loss (or at least maintenance - I'm at the top end of a healthy BMI). I bought a food scale and I've been making sure to measure all my moderate- and high-calorie foods. The last week has been difficult because I've been eating at other people's homes for the holidays, but I've been cooking more and making smart choices when possible. In 2014, I plan to significantly reduce my intake of processed food and sugars, not just for weight loss, but to improve overall health. Shifting focus and prioritizing health has helped me get excited again about my diet/lifestyle!

    The scale going back up eh ? That thing has a mind of it's own. I totally understand the eating at other people's homes, that's been happening to me for the past few days. Keep up the good work ! You're on the right path. Health is definetly a main reason why i'm doing this too.
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    I will update my picture to see how much damage has been done so far. Keep you guys up to date.
  • samiam6603
    samiam6603 Posts: 27
    Hi all! I have similar stories to llabruce4 and eliemaalouf4 and am looking for support (and to support others also). I started out a few years back around 180 lbs... from there life has been rough and stress eating has landed me to 245. It's been quite a challenge to get my mind set to the point that I'm tired of living this way-- but I'm finally there! Best of luck to you all in the new year. I'm starting a C25K tomorrow and am hopeful that it will give me the jump start weight loss that I need.
  • looseitnow99
    looseitnow99 Posts: 16 Member
    Hi all! I have similar stories to llabruce4 and eliemaalouf4 and am looking for support (and to support others also). I started out a few years back around 180 lbs... from there life has been rough and stress eating has landed me to 245. It's been quite a challenge to get my mind set to the point that I'm tired of living this way-- but I'm finally there! Best of luck to you all in the new year. I'm starting a C25K tomorrow and am hopeful that it will give me the jump start weight loss that I need.

    Hey nice to have you here ! Wow that sounds interesting C25K, I took a look at it, but I don't think i'll be able to run for the periods of time indicated, 1 hour, 30 min, etc ? I would love to do this too ! Any more details ? Have you done the C5K ?
  • samiam6603
    samiam6603 Posts: 27
    I started it a couple years back and continued on to try to train for a marathon (ended up tearing something in my hip and had to go to PT & stop running). It starts you out gradually (e.g. first workout: Brisk five-minute warmup walk. Then alternate 60 seconds of jogging and 90 seconds of walking for a total of 20 minutes.) and works you up over a series of 9 weeks to get you to jog 3 miles. I'm not a runner, by any means-- (i'm more of a cyclist-- usually do a century ride every year).... am looking to strengthen/tone/get rid of the fat on my legs quickly. http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml If you're interested.

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