Hi. First time I've joined on online group but I really want this year to be the year of change. I'm 44 yrs old. Married for 24 yrs and and have 2 grown sons. My husbands job has meant we have moved every few years and again I find I am living in another town and starting over. My health and fitness went on the back burner . So now this is the year for me. But since I have done that for. 2 years in a row now and changed nothing. This time I am trying something else.

Hi! I want to lose about fifteen pounds. Why? So I can be healthier and more confident. I also want to keep running and get stronger, since I've always been a weakling. I also want to avoid gaining/ try losing weight despite being completely dependent on cafeteria food 24/7.
More specific goals---
Run at least 4 times a week
Start strength training
Eat more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins and less chocolate cake and pies.

Hello everyone.
I have been overweight my whole life ever since I was a child.
I had lost some weight about about six months. However with moving, a new job, and living on my own, away from my family, the wight has creeped back up.
I am gluten free. I would like to go low carb and then eventually primal (paleo).
For fitness I have a fitbit and am starting the Mark Lauren program "Body By You". Once I complete "Body By You" I will probably continue on with his other program "You Are Your Own Gym" (YAYOG).

Hi all. My goals are simple - just be healthier and feel better! I have been struggling with weight issues for most of my adult life and I need to make a change. I am hoping that the online groups and "myfitnesspal" will keep me honest and motivated. Wishing you all the best in your personal journeys!

CW 296
1ST GOAL WEIGHT IS 246
END GOAL IS 176

I'M 32 YEARS OLD MY NAME IS SAMANTHA I HAVE A GROUP AS WELL CALLED DONE BEING THE FAT GIRL
I LOVE MY FITNESS PAL BECAUSE YOU MEET SO MANY PEOPLE FACING THE SAME BATTLE TO BE HEALTHY

Hi ladies!

I'm also really happy to be here, and happy new year to everyone.

I recently finished my PhD, which is a great feeling. But, because of that health and wellness have kind of fallen by the wayside over the past one - or maybe even two - years!

I always said that the year after I finished school would be "my healthiest year ever," but hopefully I'll be setting up some good habits for life. My goal is to make *sustainable* changes to my diet and exercise routines. In the past, I have been quite successful with going crazy at the gym and cutting calories, losing a bunch of weight - and then gaining it all back again.

In terms of more specific goals, I'd like to get back into swimming and running without injuring myself along the way. And, I'd like to finally admit to/address the fact that I have food allergies! Up until now I've basically refused to cut out things like gluten and dairy (I like them too much!), despite a doctor's advice . But, I do feel pretty crumby after eating most of the time as a result. So, I'll be trying to eat more calories from healthy fats and proteins and less from grains and dairy.

Good luck to everyone!

Elma

Hello everyone,

I am taking this year to get healthy. Really healthy. I am only 5'2", and I weigh 168 lbs. That is a lot on a 5'2" frame. I need to lose a good 50 lbs, but would be happy with 35. I think being a part of a group and joining in the challenges will help me stay focused. I am 42 years old, a recent grandmother, and got married last summer.

Hi Everyone,

I'm new to MFP and this year I want to get back on a healthy routine. I lost 56 pounds last year, but stopped keeping up with my routine since October and now 20 pounds have snuck back on. I'm looking forward to be motivated and motivate others through this group.

Hi Everyone,

I made an attempt a few years ago to try to lose weight but fell flat in that effort. My intention this year is to commit to being healthy and fit. However, my motivation level has been really low this past year. I'm hoping I can find inspiration from all of you!

This time last year I had just finished college and gotten my degree, which was a huge accomplishment for me, especially at my age! Unfortunately, I think unconsciously, this gave me an excuses for being to lax with my attempts to exercise and eat healthy meals. So, no more excuses! I'm ready to get fit in 2014.

I had a baby 20 months ago. I lost all but 6 pounds within 5 weeks, but I had post partum depression, and unfortunately, my response to that was to eat. Chocolate, mainly. I am getting much more sleep now and the depression is pretty much gone. Now I have to lose almost 20 pounds to get back to my pre-pregnancy weight. Having a baby has turned into an excuse for the weight, but it is time to end that. No more excuses. I need to get my eating in check and exercise consistently. Planning out my meals for the week will be key. Last minute meals are always a bad idea.