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gretlarson
gretlarson Posts: 52 Member
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Hi! I'm Gretchen and in the past I have lost over 100 pounds at two different times only to gain it back again. I'm trying to get back to losing weight and becoming healthy. My big 4-0 birthday is in July. I have 2 children 5 and almost 8.
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  • Seagoat0175
    Seagoat0175 Posts: 17 Member
    Hi, Gretchen! My name is Jennifer. I'm new to My Fitness Pal. I'm looking to lose some weight for several reasons. I used to be super healthy. I'd go to the gym 1-2 times a day 5-6 times a week. I walked a lot and I would go for extended bicycle rides and I watched what I ate. I got involved in a relationship with someone who eats out a lot and basically eats what he wants when he wants. I kind of fell into his habits when we moved in together. It's a year and a half later and I've gained 60 lbs. Right now I'm using Herbalife, mostly to balance out my nutrition and to get my used to eating smaller portions 5-6 times a day. Tuesday will be a week since I've begun. I'm not looking at this as a permanent solution, just something to retrain my body in what it already knows how to do. However, I'm thrilled to say that my boyfriend is doing it with me. It might take slightly longer for him to catch on, as he really hasn't tried to do anything like this before and he really needs it! I'm looking to add some friends on My Fitness Pal to support one another. At the moment, I only have two friends on there. It's nice to meet you. Happy early birthday to you. My big 4-0 isn't until January, but boy oh boy how time does fly :)
  • LanaeCarol
    LanaeCarol Posts: 158 Member
    Hi Gretchen!

    My name is Lanae and I am not new to MFP. I know that having supportive friends makes a lot of difference in my success so far. Many of them were nice enough to add me when I did a post similar to yours. I would like to extend a friend request to you.
  • Seagoat0175
    Seagoat0175 Posts: 17 Member
    Hi Lanae! I've added you :) Good luck! Looking to motivate and be motivated!!
  • jeanettetaylor1
    jeanettetaylor1 Posts: 1
    Hi Gretchen
    new to MFP have 20 kgs to loose. My daughter gets married june next year. Need encouragement. Thanks jeanette
  • gretlarson
    gretlarson Posts: 52 Member
    Thank you everyone for the feedback. :)
  • gretlarson
    gretlarson Posts: 52 Member
    Lanae! That is awesome that you have lost that much weight. It is so great to hear from people who have been able to stay motivated to lose the weight. :)
  • gretlarson
    gretlarson Posts: 52 Member
    Jennifer! Hi! Thanks for the reply! Your relationship seems like almost the opposite of mine with my husband. He is the one who s active and is really getting back into it. I'm the one who hasn't ever enjoyed being active. I am trying because I know I want to be old enough to see my children grow up and have their own children. I also know if I don't do something about getting healthy, I know what is waiting for me. I have had high blood pressure for 5 years and most of my older family members have type 2 diabetes. It's time that I have to do something. I wish you the best on your journey!!! I'm glad that your boyfriend is doing this with you.
  • gretlarson
    gretlarson Posts: 52 Member
    Jeanette! Hi! I have been a MFP member for over a year but didn't really start using the tools until about a month ago. I really like it. In the past when I have lost weight, I have tracked my calories in a notebook now with MFP I can do that on the computer. I have really liked using the reports. I can look back at what I have done over the month. I wish you the best in your journey.
  • dlopez907
    dlopez907 Posts: 27
    Hello Gretchen, I myself have lost 100lbs a few times, I've gained 50lbs since this past Thanksgiving trying to get into good eating habits again.. feel free and add anyone.. Good luck on y'all journeys.
  • jassie9o4
    jassie9o4 Posts: 4
    Hey guys!!! I have been back and forth and have had a hard time staying committed. I too am looking for some friends on here to help me out!!
  • APU1972
    APU1972 Posts: 43 Member
    Hi Gretchen,

    Ive (like most others) have yo-yo'd, but im sure this time ul break it because you want to be a fab 40.

    Im nearly 42, but my excuse is my 2 kids and i want to see a future with me in it.

    Im sure ul do it, but having a moan and asking advise is what we all do on here lol.

    Chin up chick and add me if you wish

    Andy
  • APU1972
    APU1972 Posts: 43 Member
    Hi Jassie,

    Im in the same boat as you, so motivation with others help i believe lol.

    Add me if you wish.

    Andy
  • mweb21
    mweb21 Posts: 18 Member
    Hello, i'm Mike. I know the feeling. I lost over 100 lbs about 8 years ago and slowly put every pound back on. This is the first time since then that i'm serious about losing. I've lost 22 lbs in the past 47 days. Feel free to add anyone.
  • maizerage66
    maizerage66 Posts: 367 Member
    Anyone can feel free to add me, we're all in this together!!
  • CindyMarcuzAdams
    CindyMarcuzAdams Posts: 4,007 Member
    Hi there, I am Cindy, been on here 3 weeks now and doing well. I am no expert except when it comes to cheering others on.
    Feel free to add me.
  • OhHeyKasey
    OhHeyKasey Posts: 10
    Hi! I'm Kasey! Ive lost 85 lbs so far but just now started MFP and am excited to see how it helps me. (: Recently I've had an issue with binging and I'm determined to get over it. Anyone can add me! I'd love to support others and hopefully have others support me as well!
  • Tab122377
    Tab122377 Posts: 81 Member
    Hello, my name is Tabetha. I am mother of 3 boys 8,4,2 ( two play baseball) I have been serious with MFP since January and going to the gym 5 days a week min. had a minor set back on good Friday when my quadriplegic father totaled his car accident and totaled it spent two weeks in hospital. Down 18lbs.

    Once making the change and seeing the physical change keep me in check during that time. I did go up a lb one week but that was is.

    find people at home work to support you and here of course you can do it.
  • gretlarson
    gretlarson Posts: 52 Member
    Thank you everyone for the replies!!! It is great to be able to find supportive people who are all going through similar situations.
  • kingscrown
    kingscrown Posts: 615 Member
    I found exercise the key to keeping off the weight I've lost. It's hard. It's time consuming, but I love that I still fit in my jeans. I love that my friends say I walk like and athlete. I love that a stranger said, "Look at those guns."

    Lynne
  • stacyosoyoos
    stacyosoyoos Posts: 41 Member
    Hi Gretchen,
    I'm Stacy and I'm new to this as well, started may 25. I love reading everyone's comments and looking at the good diaries helps give me ideas of what I can make and how many calories it would use up. I need to lose 76lbs to get to my "ideal" weight for my height, however I think I would be just as happy to drop 60lbs.

    Feel free to add me too, we can encourage each other :D
  • blesseddiva77
    blesseddiva77 Posts: 32 Member
    Hello everyone,
    I have lost 26lbs and 16 of them I lost while using mfp. I still have a long way to go and could use some motivation because some days I definitely need it to get up and go to the gym and a 2hr workout which I workout 5 days a week. I am also here to motivate others we can do this feel free to add me as a friend.
  • beachbag56
    beachbag56 Posts: 3
    Hi, I'm Brenda. I'm relatively new to MFP. I lost 50 lbs and seem to have found 60. I have a hard time staying motivated. I need friends for my journey. Please feel free to add me as your friend.I'm good at giving encouragement.
  • Hannah_Hopes
    Hannah_Hopes Posts: 273 Member
    Hi feel free to add :flowerforyou:
  • beachbag56
    beachbag56 Posts: 3
    My name is Brenda and I.m 56 years young. Motivation is not one of my strong points. I could really use some friends with the same struggles.
  • mgrace92
    mgrace92 Posts: 7
    Hi there! I'm not new to MFP, I used it in college to track what I ate and how much I worked out. I graduated and started working full time in an office where I sat in front of a computer all day. I hit an all-time personal high, and I'm working on getting down to a healthy weight and working out to become stronger than I've ever been.

    I'll add you! Anyone else please add me too, I'd love some new friends on here to inspire me!
  • ctricya
    ctricya Posts: 28
    Claudia 26 years old and 22kg to lose. feel free to add
  • Parline25
    Parline25 Posts: 2
    Hello All
    My name is Thea and I am new to my fitness pal. I had a baby a year ago and have not been able to loose the weight. I am definitely looking for some motivation. I am super excited to begin this new journey.
  • Seagoat0175
    Seagoat0175 Posts: 17 Member
    Gretchen, it's awesome that you feel that way. Not only will you be pleased with your appearance down the line, but you will also feel better physically and emotionally. My boyfriend has so many health problems, more than he should for his age. I'm also glad that he's at least trying.
  • LazSommer
    LazSommer Posts: 1,851 Member
    My name is Laz and I am also an alcoholic.

    Oh, wrong place.
  • sexygoodness
    sexygoodness Posts: 245 Member
    :flowerforyou: Hi my name is Maria and I am back to MFP after a long stint away. I have lost to date 88 lbs and keeping it off.

    Motivation comes from within but It sure does help to have a strong support system to get you through those days where it feels like you are taking 1 step forward and 5 steps back. Weight loss for me has not only been a physical journey but an emotional one and quite possibly the emotional part of this journey will be the demon :devil: that I will always battle.. So here is to a great support system :drinker: .

    Add me if you want some support :drinker:

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