Fit by Summer - January

iluvsparkles
iluvsparkles Posts: 1,730 Member
edited September 23 in Motivation and Support
Several people expressed an interest in starting a group of people who want to get fit by summer. So here it is! Introduce yourself, tell us about yourself, and lets try to keep it motivational and positive!

I am Emily - I am the mom of 1 year old twins and I am a zumba instructor. I love MFP because it offers me information and groups like this to keep me going! My goal is to lose 25 lbs total and I would love to be at least halfway there by summer.
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  • Nataliethin81
    Nataliethin81 Posts: 315
    Hi! I am Natalie. I'm a mom to 2 little ones, a girl that is 3.5 and a boy 17 months. I definitely need to get fit by summer. My goal is to lose 20 lbs and I would like to have lost ALL of it by Summer. I love this site, it's definitely keeping me motivated to have others to share my experience with.
  • telcochik
    telcochik Posts: 1,643 Member
    Hi Emily! I'm Sharon. I've been on MFP for about 6 months and have already lost 18 lbs from doing Turbo Fire 6 days a week. Hoping to lose the last 10 lbs by June.

    Thanks for starting this thread!
    Sharon
  • Alafia22
    Alafia22 Posts: 112
    My name is LaToya. I am a 25 year old, full time college student and mom of a 5 year old daughter. I currently work as a bookstore clerk. I am looking to get to a healthier weight by my birthday. (June 16th 2011) I don't want to carry my bad habits into the next quarter century of my life. I am motivated. I am focused and I think a group like this will help to keep me that way.

    Thank you for starting this thread.

    Best wishes to everyone on their journey.

    :-)
  • MissAnjy
    MissAnjy Posts: 2,480 Member
    Hey, my name is Angela (or Anjy) and I'm a 25 year old wife & mother of 2 year old twin boys Jaxon and Jayce. I've been here since August 29th and have lost 35lbs thus far. My long term goal is to be 135-140lbs by summer of 2011. I started at 192lbs and i'm currently 157 :)
  • darrenw74
    darrenw74 Posts: 86 Member
    Hello everyone.
    This is the first year in many where I've actually thought it might be possible to get there. I started Jan 3rd, and am almost halfway to my first goal of losing 20 pounds. When I get to the first goal, I'll change my target from 2 pounds per week to 1 for the 2nd and final 20 pounds (or under 20% body fat). I'll also be changing my routine from mostly cardio to add in some weight training to get me to the 2nd goal.

    Good luck everyone.
  • roxy0994
    roxy0994 Posts: 2
    Hi! My name is Cammi, I am a mommy to a 13 month son. I would love to lose 20 lbs by summer, hopefully with this site and my exercise routine I will be able to accomplish my goal. Sharon, I LOVE Turbofire, what a butt kicker!!! I have been dependent on home exercise routines due to being at home with my son, Turbofire has been fun, hoping to get into Zumba sometime :)
  • telcochik
    telcochik Posts: 1,643 Member
    Hi Cammi! Turbo Fire has changed my body and really increased my cardio endurance level. I think it's Chalene's best program. I'm addicted!!!!!

    Sharon
  • princess_f
    princess_f Posts: 148
    Hi, im a mum to a 7yrold girl, and want to reach my midway point by july (about 21lb). Lost 6lb so far. Working out on my days off so it can vary from 2-4days. Also starting aquafit & bums and tums next week! Im a chocaholic so finding the cravings hard mid-afternoon to evening!!
  • eagk19
    eagk19 Posts: 1
    Hello! My name is Elisa (27) and I too would love to lose weight by summer (May to be exact)! My goal weight is 135 pounds to put me back where I was before I met my husband leaving me with 35 pounds to go. I think with the right support and the right tools... this calorie counter... I will be able to reach my goal. I have never heard of Turbofire, but it sounds great. I love a great workout. I'm currently using home routines and vidoes as well. I am open to any suggestions. Good luck to all of you! It seems like some of you have already reached some great milestones. Good luck to all of you!!! :smile:
  • tashjs21
    tashjs21 Posts: 4,584 Member
    Great topic Em!!
    Hello my name is Natasha, I am the mother of a 7 month old baby girl. I have 60 to lose and hope to be at least halfway there by summer (My daughters first birthday is in June).

    I am so frustrated with myself because I only had 30# to lose after she was born but before I knew it...I have 30 extra. :sad:

    The great thing is, MFP has helped me get fit and healthy before so I know it is possible.

    Looking forward to be motivated and help motivate! :drinker:
  • tmdugger
    tmdugger Posts: 132 Member
    Hi my name is Tracy.

    I could kill myself (not literally) for gaining the weight back. I was once 285 and got down to 180 and was a size 12 and pretty happy there. My mom passed two years ago from cancer and I woke up in 2011 at 224 and a size 18 :noway: .

    So I need to get fit by summer. My goal is to eat a balanced diet and not eat my feelings. I have lost 12 lbs so far. I'm at 212. My goal is to be at 185 by the start of June. I can do this!!!!

    My super supportive hubby has also joined and also lost 9 lbs.

    Let's kick it and get there together!!!! :smile:
  • annpat28
    annpat28 Posts: 42
    Hello, I'm Ann
    I am 42 years old and a grandmother of 3 beautiful children. My son and his family share our home with us. My daughter inlaw and i are on a mission to get healthy and feel great. We are counting calories and working out. I have issues with will power. I do great for a few days then i fall completely off the wagon. I hope this will help me to stick with it. My husband and son have no desire to eat healthy so preparing meals is a challenge. Also it is difficult when my son has lots of fat and sugar filled snacks in the house. It will be tough but I AM GOING TO DO THIS!
  • smalltowngirl504
    smalltowngirl504 Posts: 183
    Hi ... :) My name is Tricia, I am 25 year old ( I really did have to think about that) Mother of 3 boys, ages, 6,2,and 1... I am currently 151 lbs and have a goal of 125.. Id like to be half way there by our disney vacation on May 26th..... We are also going to OBX mid august , I would like to be completely there by then, I dont want to be embarrassed to be in a bathing suit on the beach, I am doing WW, and Will be ordering Turbo Jam and maybe re joining my gym!!! I look forward to getting to know all of you :)
  • gjspiller
    gjspiller Posts: 115 Member
    Hi, my name is Guen. I am 38 years old (yikes). I don't have a any children except a 4yr old Chihuahua that sleeps way too much.

    This is a cool thread. I just joined MFP, and so far i love the positive motivation I've read on forums.

    I would love to lose 40 lbs. by summer! That would be halfway to my total goal. That would put me about 4-5 sizes down in pant sizes. Yippee!

    Looking forward to the journey.
  • smalltowngirl504
    smalltowngirl504 Posts: 183
    Hi guen, I have a 5 yr old Chihuahua that also sleeps way too much and also pees everywhere!!!! Good luck to you!!!


    Does anyone want to start a keeping track thing, where we weigh in and keep track of what we have lost? I can do it and keep it and post it once a week for everyone if everyone wants to give me their starting weight and weight loss thus far :)
  • gjspiller
    gjspiller Posts: 115 Member
    hi tricia,

    ok, so you totally get me on the sleeping Chi's. i don't get it!!

    can you clarify on what the tracking thing is? is it what we've lost as a group? sounds like a great idea!

    my S.W. (as of 1/2/2011): 215
    lost 3 lbs. so far.

    guen
  • getfitdiva
    getfitdiva Posts: 1,148 Member
    I would like to join. I found out about MFP while searching for health and fitness apps on my iPhone. I used to use another online tool last year but figured new year - new tool to change it up. I like the supportiveness so far. My goal is to reach my goal weight by summer and before would be even better. I would like to keep all of my weight off this time without fluctuating. I'm really striving toward a healthier lifestyle in the long run and feeling better about myself. I am a busy wife and mother of 2 kids (5 and 3 yr old), I work full time, and do freelance work on the side, so I squeeze in a workout whenever possible.
  • smalltowngirl504
    smalltowngirl504 Posts: 183
    Welcome "getfitdiva" You are my friend too :):) We really do have similar goals :) Good luck!!!
  • KC1206
    KC1206 Posts: 90 Member
    Hey everyone! I am Kim, I am 25 and mother to an almost 2 year old boy. I too just joined MFP and am loving all the support and motivation I see on the boards. I would like to lose 40-45 lbs, which would put me at a weight where (the last time I was there) I felt fabulous about myself and really got out there and "lived." I have a wedding that I am attending at the end of June, so I'd love to accomplish this goal by then. Feel free to add me and we can motivate each other toward our goals.
  • CelesteENelson
    CelesteENelson Posts: 89 Member
    Hello. My name is Celeste. I am 29 years old and have 1 boy who is 3 years old and a handful. I started my weight loss journey back in July when I took my son to a small amusement park and realized I couldnt fit on any of the rides with him. So I contacted my DR and decided on some medication that would assist my weight loss. A month later I had lost 17 lbs. I started walking at home and then two weeks into September I joined a gym where I have continued to lose weight. Thus far I have lost 70 lbs since Aug 3, 2010. I am pushing myself daily to work out harder and harder so I can lost the last 77 lbs by my 8 year wedding anniversary of 4/26/11. I know that is pushing it but with my medication, my daily work outs and my better food choices I shouldnt have a problem meeting that goal.

    Started in August 2010 @ 327 lbs.
    Currently January 17, 2011 @ 256.8.
    Main goal April, 2011 @ 180 (or lower of course)

    I would like to join this group. I want to be able to look good for my anniversary and also be able to wear a bikini this summer.
  • OceanAddict
    OceanAddict Posts: 55 Member
    Hi! Another Kim here. :D

    I'm 34, and work a sedentary job in software. Last year I bought myself a bikini to wear, but did NOT feel comfortable in it. I'd like to get down to bikini-comfort-weight by the time the warm weather rolls around.

    Also, a good friend is getting married in August, and it would be fun to buy a cute little dress to wear! Right now I'm too self-conscious of my arms in anything sleeveless.
  • swansj15
    swansj15 Posts: 11
    Hello everyone!! My name is Jennifer, I am 24 and have struggled with weight my whole life. I'm engaged to the love of my life and I plan on ordering my wedding dress this summer since I will be getting married in April 2012. I am also in nursing school which I will graduate in May. I joined the local YMCA with my best friend in January, and have joined a strength training class! It is amazing!! I wish everyone the best of luck! I am so happy to have joined this site. It makes me feel like I am accountable for more than just myself, since everyone else can read what I eat and tell me ways to improve or add encouragement for a great exercise!

    Good luck everyone!! :)

    Starting weight: 252lbs
    Current weight: 250lbs (I havent weighed in this week yet)
    Goal weight: 175lbs
  • laineems
    laineems Posts: 37
    Hey y'all! I'm elaine and i'm 18. I took off a few sport seasons and thus began my lazy junk food spiral down... Getting back into my health guru state o being though starting with MFP! I'm 5'8 and 142 looking to go back to around 115-120lbs. Excited to be going back to being healthy! :D Would love to join, let's be confident this summa!
  • getfitdiva
    getfitdiva Posts: 1,148 Member
    Thanks Tricia! Yes it's nice to see all of us striving for the same goals - I know it's possible. Oh BTW my name is Tamara - LOL.
  • hlokty07
    hlokty07 Posts: 33
    Hi! My name is Heather and I'm 21! I was always heavier in high school, but was a cheerleader so felt like I was in okay shape. Now I recently found myself at 230, but I am working hard with my Jillian Michaels DVDS and about to start Zumba classes so I have lost a total of 17 pounds! hopefully I can reach my goal soon! :)
  • cherbear7
    cherbear7 Posts: 37
    Hello Everyone,
    My overall goal is 40 pounds, I am down 11 right now and would LOVE to be at my goal weight by summer. I am turning 25 in June, have a possible beach vacation this summer and well... I just love challenges! lol anything to keep me accountable and motivated is really important. I am an emotional eater and anything that can keep me balanced and in check in welcomed = )
    I plan on losing my extra pounds by staying under my calorie goal, making good food choices and by working out 5 days per week in the gym and 5 days per week with P90X. Im excited! Good luck everyone!
    Also, anyone that is looking for extra support feel free to add me :happy:
  • iluvsparkles
    iluvsparkles Posts: 1,730 Member
    So glad to see everyone here!

    I think that if we keep motivating one another that we can eventually start showing each other our progress!

    i am excited because I finally lose 2 lbs! I've been back on the bandwagon for a couple of weeks and so it is nice to finally see the number go down!
  • aadler1
    aadler1 Posts: 2
    Hello everyone. My name is Angela and I'm 36 ;-/. I have been struggling with my weight since the birth of my second child 9 years ago. I travel a lot for work and have managed to pack on an additional 30 lbs in a year and a half My friend introduced me to this iPhone app and I'm really excited about getting started. My goal is to drop 50 lbs my June. I'm looking for some motivational support to keep me Keep the scale moving down!!
  • smalltowngirl504
    smalltowngirl504 Posts: 183
    There are so many of you, I really hope that you all stick around and share your stories and your journeys, I am doing WW, But just for fun I put all my food into MFP today too , I was over calories by 80... not bad my goal on here is set to 1200.. but I am very hungry, not because my body needs it, but because my body is used to the night time snacking that I usually do, I am trying to curve that....

    I havent started working out yet, next week is my plan! We will see how it goes :)... I am hoping to have some loss this week, because if I dont, I will be very discourage, I know its only week 1 and Ive cheated a bit, but Id still like to see a loss!!
  • misstmarie83
    misstmarie83 Posts: 4
    Hi All!!! I'm so excited that this post was started!!! I'm a 27 year old mother of a 2 year old! I weigh FAR more than I should and I need to lose like....100 pounds!! I'd like to lose at least 45 pounds by summer! My plan is to keep track of what I'm eating here and work out at least 6 days a week. This is a serious challenge for me and much easier said than done, so I'm really going to need a great deal of support and encouragement!
    BUT....I'm ready for a lifestyle change that will change my life!!! LET's GO!
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