I need motivation buddies.

Add me, I'm adding all of you.

I start off at over 200 pounds. When I was that heavy, I didn't want to work out in front of people. I got a couple sets of light hand weights from a local used sports equipment place, a yoga mat (that I bought new from like Walmart), and started checking videos out from the library. Once I found a video I liked, then I would buy it for myself. If you have Amazon prime they also have quite a few fitness videos that are available for streaming.

I also found Smart Girls Do Dumbbells by Judith Sherman-Wolin (http://www.amazon.com/Smart-Girls-Dumbbells-Judith-Sherman-Wolin/dp/1573223867/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1392521723&sr=8-1&keywords=girls+do+weights) very helpful. She gears this book towards beginners with a 30 day plan that someone could do more than once at increasingly higher weights if they wanted. But more than that, I didn't feel so out of water when I saw people using dumbbells. So that helped me make the plunge when I decided I was ready to go to a gym.

I have come to love group fitness classes (but that took a while) because I feel like I push myself even more than I do when I am on my own. I will say it is all about the instructor--most instructors have been great about having me (still a pretty novice person) in their classes and I have connected with them. Sometimes I felt unwelcome--and I just didn't go back to that class. And sometimes I try a class and hate it so I won't do that one again even if I like the instructor. So it is always a trial and error sort of thing but for me more positive than negative experiences.

I've never had a super large amount to lose but have my struggles.

First you have to find what works for YOU

does P90X work? yup! Would I recommend anyone just start there? Nope.... unless you're SUPER ready you'll give up in two weeks. What we want is to NOT Give Up Ever again!!!!!

Its a lifestyle change so you need changes you're willing to keep on doing and keep growing with!

Hi there! I would love to help motivate! I need all the help I can get too!

Hi, I am the same way, needed foods that were healthy, filling and tasty lol. My go to food is vegetable stirfry, half bag of veggies with one cup of rice, it's my love, I wouldn't have stuck to this diet as long as I have w/o it. Also I eat a granola bar now instead of a snickers. Add me, we can motivate each other!

You can add me. I am looking to drop a dress size and tone up for my wedding in September

I'll add you! I'm in the same boat. I'm almost 24 and am looking to lose at least 70 pounds, just found out I actually weigh more than my boyfriend. He's being doing Krav Maga and eating better for about a year, so it make sense. But my motivation is for us to get engaged. I told him I don't want to be engaged if I feel so bad about myself, especially since you will often have your picture taken (engagement pictures, parties, people wanting a picture of you with the ring, etc.).

The best thing I can say about not getting bored is finding something you like doing. Try it all. A lot of places will give you a free class or a free 3 day trial to a gym, so find out where you can go to try new things. And as far as tip and tricks, yummy foods, etc, this is why I love Pinterest! I get SO many ideas from there.

A recumbent exercise bike allows you many options, just pedal and do most things u can do sitting down on the couch.
SERIOUSLY IT IS the best way a4 home to lose weight.

Hi I am new to this and need some motivation! Feel free to add me! I will also motivate you!

Hi!! You can add me but Im more on my IG acct dedicated to my weightloss : @ashleys_wghtlossjrny My best advice for staying motivated. During workout is music. Great music keeps you going forever! Lol also switch up your workouts. Workout classes, workout outside, different routines different day. All are good. Hope you have success. Good Luck :-)