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prez_beck
prez_beck Posts: 30
edited September 19 in Introduce Yourself
Hello everyone... I am new to this site and I have struggled with my weight for over 7 years. I have have high blood pressure and cholesterol...and that isn't a good mix for anyone...it's even worse that I am African American. I am here to seek motivational help and encouragement... I think a good support system can go a long way in changing my life. Soooo here is to consistancy, and a never give up attitude :drinker: ! God Bless!

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  • prez_beck
    prez_beck Posts: 30
    Hello everyone... I am new to this site and I have struggled with my weight for over 7 years. I have have high blood pressure and cholesterol...and that isn't a good mix for anyone...it's even worse that I am African American. I am here to seek motivational help and encouragement... I think a good support system can go a long way in changing my life. Soooo here is to consistancy, and a never give up attitude :drinker: ! God Bless!
  • clewliss
    clewliss Posts: 640 Member
    Welcome! This site will help you fight the battle of weightloss; not to mention all the support and friends here:flowerforyou: Best wishes!
  • prez_beck
    prez_beck Posts: 30
    Thanks for the warm welcome clewliss! :smile:
  • ericadbeck
    ericadbeck Posts: 17
    Hey! I'm here for you! I know you'll do it this time babe ;-) We're in it together!:flowerforyou:
  • prez_beck
    prez_beck Posts: 30
    Thanks sweety... I know I am not perfect and at times I struggle but I want to spend forever with you...so today is a new day... A day of new beginnings. Thanks for introducing me to this site.

    together forever:heart:
  • ericadbeck
    ericadbeck Posts: 17
    ..and I want to spend forever with you :heart: You are most welcome
  • curlhair
    curlhair Posts: 68
    awww you two are so cute. welcome, prez_beck! you'll love it here! :happy:
  • prez_beck
    prez_beck Posts: 30
    Thanks Curlhair! I can see why my wife love's this group so much. :happy:
  • gynuwyne
    gynuwyne Posts: 132
    :drinker: To New beginnings! Welcome to the site.
  • prez_beck
    prez_beck Posts: 30
    Thanks gynuwyne! Yes to New Beginnings:drinker: !!!!!
  • ericadbeck
    ericadbeck Posts: 17
    I told you there are so many supportive people on this site...and I've only be here for a few days.
  • tresa1234
    tresa1234 Posts: 796 Member
    There are so many new people that I may have missed welcoming you, Erica ... so WELCOME to you and your sweet hubby. I wish you lots of success & good health!!

    A tip that was most helpful to me when I was starting out was to log everything before you eat it ... it's an eye-opener! I know you're both going to do great!!

    :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
  • prez_beck
    prez_beck Posts: 30
    Wow- thanks tresa1234 for that warm welcome. I will take that tip and use it... log it before I eat it... GREAT!
  • ericadbeck
    ericadbeck Posts: 17
    Thanks Tresa! I take that tip as well. I was actually reading someone's post last night and they mentioned doing that. It's very surprising to see things I used to call nothing have soo many calories! Thanks! Happy 10lbs lost to you!
  • Fitness_Chick
    Fitness_Chick Posts: 6,648 Member
    Welcome to MFP:drinker: :happy:
  • Fitness_Chick
    Fitness_Chick Posts: 6,648 Member
    I told you there are so many supportive people on this site...and I've only be here for a few days.
    Welcome welcome:flowerforyou: :bigsmile:
  • marnieg51
    marnieg51 Posts: 6
    Hi and Welcome,
    What a sweet couple:smile:
    You will both do well . This is such a great site,
    Best of Luck to you both.
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,418 Member
    Welcome, Becks! There are so many things to do and so many nice people here. We'll keep you busy.

    Logging is good for helping you see when you tend to have the most problems, and what types of foods are your go-to comfort foods. It also helps you know what to eat and how much when you are out to dinner or at a party. I found a food scale to be one of my best tools for portion-control. $30 and well worth it!

    :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
  • tresa1234
    tresa1234 Posts: 796 Member
    Thanks Tresa! I take that tip as well. I was actually reading someone's post last night and they mentioned doing that. It's very surprising to see things I used to call nothing have soo many calories! Thanks! Happy 10lbs lost to you!

    Thank you! I know what you mean about the things I used to think didn't amount to much ... wow! No wonder I kept gaining weight!

    I know you and your husband will do great! :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
  • jenifergotti
    jenifergotti Posts: 325 Member
    There are so many new people that I may have missed welcoming you, Erica ... so WELCOME to you and your sweet hubby. I wish you lots of success & good health!!

    A tip that was most helpful to me when I was starting out was to log everything before you eat it ... it's an eye-opener! I know you're both going to do great!!

    :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

    Welcome to both of you. What a great support system you have. You will both do amazing, especially if you are in it together! Most definately log before you eat! It's amazing how many calories are hiding in our food! :ohwell:

    Best of luck! -Jen

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  • hollymommy
    hollymommy Posts: 7
    HI! im Holly im new today too. Im so excited, best of luck to you prez! we can do it we all can i know it :happy:
  • EvilPIB
    EvilPIB Posts: 334 Member
    Welcome to the both of you :flowerforyou:

    I wish you much success in your new way of life and healthy living :bigsmile:
  • Gator4RTR
    Gator4RTR Posts: 119 Member
    Welcome to the party you 2!! :drinker:
  • Fitness_Chick
    Fitness_Chick Posts: 6,648 Member
    :flowerforyou:
    HI! im Holly im new today too. Im so excited, best of luck to you prez! we can do it we all can i know it :happy:
  • prez_beck
    prez_beck Posts: 30
    Just giving an update on.. well I did fall off the wagon and gained every bit of the weight back with a few extra pounds. I was over 330lbs as of March 10th. But I would like to report the victory, I have recorded the most weight loss ever.. Currently I am 265 and do not have high blood pressure anymore! :happy: . Also my wife has lost over 40 lbs and is such a motivation to me! Thanks everyone... all of your words carried me to the starting point and now I am running this race of life with a new meaning and purpose! God Bless all of you!
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