Looking for friends with lots of weight to lose?!

mamieblueeyes
mamieblueeyes Posts: 36 Member
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Hi,
My name is Jaime. I've started this journey over and over again, and always end up falling off the wagon. I think it is because I have so much weight I want to lose I get really discouraged. I would like to lose 90 pounds all together. If you have a lot of weight to lose please add me :) It would be nice to have friends who are having the same struggles. I'm going to stick to my guns and make a lifestyle change instead of considering it a diet this time!! Hope you want to join me:)

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  • LynseyZombie
    LynseyZombie Posts: 69 Member
    Hey, I'm lynsey. I have lots of weight to lose as well. I'm 5ft 3 and weigh 13st 4lbs. Just started dieting a week ago. It's hard at times as I'm craving choc n sweets etc :(. But have been doing well and lost 2lbs so far. My goal is to lose 3 stone. I'm doing an hour a day on the just dance game for the wii :)
  • SimplyMeKim
    SimplyMeKim Posts: 8 Member
    Hello - My name is Kim and I've been dieting for as long as I can remember but I keep gaining weight not losing.... I'm sure we all know the feeling. I've got about 30 pounds to lose. I need to reach out to others who are struggling with a food addiction like myself. I've never belonged to any sort of message board and not real sure how it works..... just hoping to have others to share successes and struggles with. :-)
  • toni5363
    toni5363 Posts: 55 Member
    I too am struggling with this weight lose thing, and I am somewhat of a stress eater. My problem is, that I just like to eat. I'm a little better now since I started MFP, but I still struggle. I was doing great when I first started MFP, but during the holiday season, I fell off the wagon, so to speak. I am now having a difficult time getting back on and staying. I have 30 more pounds to lose and need encouragement. I'm hoping I can encourage you and you in return can encourage me. Please friend me since we are aiming for the same goal.

    Thanks
  • ambsrose95
    ambsrose95 Posts: 10 Member
    Hi I'm Amber, I'm in the same boat, I've tried to lose weight before and always have a problem sticking with it. I just moved back home after graduating college and it's been tough since no one else in my family has to worry about their weight and what they eat. I could really use anyone to help motivate me, give recipe ideas, and exercise ideas. I try to weigh myself to much and am focusing on trying to drop a pant size right now. I'd also really just like to get to a healthy BMI, meaning I need to lose between 30 and 60 pounds.
  • RhysWill_I_Ams
    RhysWill_I_Ams Posts: 245 Member
    Hey I'm Rhys I'm trying to lose nearly 100lbs and always looking to meet new people to bounce help and motivation off I'll friend you :)
  • cocokatie1
    cocokatie1 Posts: 4 Member
    Hey. My name is Catherine and I am about the same height 5'2 and I am also trying to lose weight. So far I have only lost fluctuating water weight (about two pounds) I really want to lose ten pounds of fat weight. I have done it before and I know I can do it again, but I am just having a hard time. I have managed to get past the "night cravings", but then when i wake up in the morning I am starving! It would be great to have someone support me in my goal. ^.^
  • vrflaherty1
    vrflaherty1 Posts: 2 Member
    Hi I'm Tori and in the same boat. I am looking to lose over 100 lbs and its taking all the motivation I have stored. I'm adding you :flowerforyou:
  • Fleurdelys123
    Fleurdelys123 Posts: 1
    Hi Rhys!
    My name is Louise and I am trying to loose about 40 lbs. I did loose some 50 pounds last year but got some back of course (about 20 ) so it's enough! I've decided i wouldn't let myself go no more.
    Maybe we could help each other loosing weight... could we? It would certainly help me very much if you would!

    Thanks!

    Louise
  • Joelha19
    Joelha19 Posts: 1 Member
    Hi all!! I just wanted to stop by and hope offer help/support/motivation to you all! I am a Beachbody Coach and it is a super community to be a part of. We have in home exercise programs and an off the charts good meal replacement shake called Shakeology available. I use my My Fitness Pal everyday as well to help track not only calories but macros.

    Feel free to add me :) Joelha19

    And my facebook page is facebook.com/healthyjo (Jordan Hammond)

    YOU GUYS CAN DO IT!!!! Trust the process. It takes time. Forgive yourself for any mistakes in the past and vow to learn about health and nutrition and make better choices tomorrow. Feel free to message me through My Fitness Pal or Facebook, if you have any questions or need anything at all!
  • unique_1
    unique_1 Posts: 1 Member
    Hi,

    My name is Deb, and I have over 100 lbs. to lose. Like many of you, I've been playing the yo-yo game of losing and then regaining. I recently did the HCP diet (which I don't recommend) and lost 70 lbs, but because it doesn't give you the tools to maintain that loss, I gained it all back. I made my 2014 resolution to get my excess weight off, and get physically fit.

    I've started the YMCA - Not Me! Diabetes Prevention program which is really working for me. Basically I just watch my fat grams and try to keep it under and close to my goal per day. That automatically keeps my calories in check. Although, you do have to watch out for high-calorie zero fat items like soda. I've set a daily limit of 1500 calories a day, and keep my fat grams under, but close to 52 grams per day. The weight is coming off easily and I'm starting to feel better.

    It's not always easy though, and sometimes I just want to eat that bag of chips, ice cream, or candy. Having friends like you who are going through the same struggles as I am will really help me. I look forward to joining you all on this journey and see each of us accomplish our goals.

    Best Wishes!
  • hotmom1216
    hotmom1216 Posts: 5 Member
    Hi, I need to lose about 50 pounds. I would be happy at 40 as well. I just gave birth to a beautiful healthy baby girl in December. I am breastfeeding and do stress eat and suffer from major sleep deprivation with my 8 week old girl. I hate all the pictures I've been in and I want to stop complaining and be active and lose the weight! I had a c section as well so I have had to wait a bit to exercise. It's going to be tough as I have a huge appetite and love sweets!
  • pcsg1008
    pcsg1008 Posts: 19 Member
    Feel free to add me as a friend.
  • wakasmami
    wakasmami Posts: 3
    HI :)
    My names Toria im 21 nearly 22, im 5"6 and i have 132lbs to lose!! ive lost 3lbs in the 2 weeks i started using MFP and decided to change my lifestyle, i am also i mother to a 3yo boy, i have no friends yet so feel free to add me :)
  • hifoo
    hifoo Posts: 4
    Hi I'm Kelly and like you have lots to lose as well. I'm committed to doing it this time and the more people to help motivate and encourage is what we all need!! You can do this..we can do this!!!

    Please add me as a friend if you like :smile:
  • marcellomoo
    marcellomoo Posts: 107 Member
    I'm Hannah, 22 and 5'11". I'm currently at 211 and looking to lose another 45-70 :)
  • lentinea
    lentinea Posts: 1
    Hi,
    My name is Abi and I have tried in the past to lose weight and so far have not made much progress. I have yo-yo'd for the past two years and I am done with it.
    I have a minimum of 70 lbs to lose (really I have more but that's where I want to start) anyone who wants support and can give support who feels the same pain can add me :).
  • housemouse1957
    housemouse1957 Posts: 10
    Hi I go by the name housemouse I'm 56 due to be 57 in July and I have 154 pounds to lose . I like you want this year to be the one. I'm on week three and I have lost 9 pound in the first two weeks. I could do with some friends so feel free to add me for support and we can make this year the best.
  • HayleyMB1284
    HayleyMB1284 Posts: 129 Member
    Hi jamie. Feel free to add me. My goal is 70 to 75 pounds to loose. I'm just like you I get discouraged when I think about the big number I got to loose. I could use all the new friends and motivation I can get. Good luck on your journey
  • toad_allyinlove
    toad_allyinlove Posts: 39 Member
    ★★★★Hi my name is venessa I have been on this journey for 112 days and have lost 30.5 pounds. I still have 70 more to go to meet my goal . I log every day and have a open diary . ADD me so we can encourage one another★★★★
  • AleciaG724
    AleciaG724 Posts: 705 Member
    I'm at almost 300 days straight logging - I've lost 70# so far & still have 80-100 more to go. Feel free to add me!
  • amandanewb
    amandanewb Posts: 4 Member
    Hi , I'm Amanda. I have always been active but am still quite overweight. I need to lose about 28 kgs (not sure what that is in pounds, quite a lot!).

    I lost this amount of weight about 4 years ago but it has crept back on so I think I just need to be realistic and give up the treats and alcohol.

    I'm 43 and a primary school teacher. I live in New Zealand and would love to keep in touch with others on their weight loss journey.

    Best wishes!
    Amanda:happy:
  • AleciaG724
    AleciaG724 Posts: 705 Member
    Hi all!! I just wanted to stop by and hope offer help/support/motivation to you all! I am a Beachbody Coach and it is a super community to be a part of. We have in home exercise programs and an off the charts good meal replacement shake called Shakeology available. I use my My Fitness Pal everyday as well to help track not only calories but macros.

    Feel free to add me :) Joelha19

    And my facebook page is facebook.com/healthyjo (Jordan Hammond)

    YOU GUYS CAN DO IT!!!! Trust the process. It takes time. Forgive yourself for any mistakes in the past and vow to learn about health and nutrition and make better choices tomorrow. Feel free to message me through My Fitness Pal or Facebook, if you have any questions or need anything at all!

    Just say no to shakes...
  • srsly_sarah
    srsly_sarah Posts: 42 Member
    Hi! Like a lot of other people on this post, I feel like I've been dieting my whole life. I lost weight in college and kept it off until I was diagnosed with a neurological problem that affected my activity level--and I stress ate--a lot. Sometimes pain made we want a whole bag of Reese's.

    Anyway, the people in my life are supportive of my weight loss, but none of them struggle with it every single day. It seems to consume a lot of my thoughts. I try to stay active on here, so that I will stay focused!

    Feel free to add me :)
  • Handbagsandheels
    Handbagsandheels Posts: 1
    Hi, I'm Holly and I want to lose as much as I can by the Summer, so I can wear shorts and a tank top in the hot weather, instead of being all covered up. I'm from NYC and 5'3".
    I've lost about 140 lbs in the past, but gained back a hundred. Woe is me. I need to follow the plan I've set up for myself, but I rarely do. I hope I can make some friends here.
  • tiajones102
    tiajones102 Posts: 12 Member
    Hey, My name is tia.
    I've tried a dozen times to loose weight but it feels like the more I try to loose the more I gain. I think it's becuase the more weight I try to loose the more I notice how much of it isn't going anywhere. Also becuase I don't stay motivated on my own, it would be nice to have a work out partner. I have a goal weight of 130 lbs, I'm 5'3" and have a total of 79 pounds to loose. Would love to have a friend like you to help me through it.
  • BeckyGaber50
    BeckyGaber50 Posts: 1
    Hi, I am Becky, I just joined last night and logged my food, I think?, I need to lose over 100 lbs. I have no idea what I will do or how I will do it? I just know I have to do something. I could use a friend on this journy.
  • hannahcc12393
    hannahcc12393 Posts: 6
    I'm in the same boat with having a lot of weight to lose. I've started this process a few times now but never taken it seriously. I'm determined to stick with it this time! I would really like a weight loss buddy so we can motivate each other, share tips on cooking and exercise! Let me know if you are interested, hopefully we will be able to lose the weight we want and need to :)
  • annettelauer
    annettelauer Posts: 3
    Hi- I'm Annette. I am looking to lose over 100 lbs. I've always been overweight and been successful from time to time for about 30 lbs. but always gained right back if not more. I have lost 12.5 so far (10 lbs before I joined MFP) and have felt pretty good with changing my lifestyle up to this point. I am similar height to you as well- 5'2". Good luck!
  • chelynn12768
    chelynn12768 Posts: 2
    Hello ! My name is Michele and I began my weight loss/healthy living adventure in July of 2013. My starting weight was 375 !!! I began the 6 month program to prepare myself for bariatric surgery. I chose to have a gastric bypass, and had the surgery on 12/19/13. Before I had the surgery I had lost 54 pounds on my own with the help of Fitness Pal, and I have continued journaling regularly. At this point my weight loss is 85 pounds, I haven't lost very much since the surgery, which REALLY bothers me, but I will continue doing what I'm doing until I have lost another 140-160 pounds, as I want to weigh between 150 and 170 I am 5'4" and I am 45 years old.
    I really look forward to sharing experiences with everyone, and supporting each other through the journey. Please feel free to add me as a friend. I am also on Facebook @ michele.eisenhour@facebook.com. I would love to hear from you all.
  • happyrelation
    happyrelation Posts: 28
    Young adults are already in a category that lose weight a lot faster than say someone who is 45.
    I am 40 and found P90X and Insanity worked well..very well. Bill Phillips Body for Life worked very well years ago.
    And I wanted something that was easier on my body, didn't take as much time, and I didn't have to think about what my next meal was going to be.
    I researched and found two that my full criteria. I know there are more out there...
    First I found one that is great for men and women at http://buildthemuscle.net.
    And the one I decided to do because it has a great support system of women doing the program and finished the program, just for women, and simply laid out and guaranteed and I found it at http://inshapenow.net.
    I'm losing on average 1 1/2 pounds a week.
    I think one of the keys to success is setting yourself up for success. Find a plan that is realistic to your lifestyle so you aren't cheating or angry at yourself for missing a workout or a meal.

    To your lifestyle change!

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