Third Time's A Charm

TrishyWishy91478
TrishyWishy91478 Posts: 13 Member
edited November 8 in Getting Started
Don't ask about the other two times, they are in the past; I'm moving forward.

Join me on my getting in shape adventure. I will not be held down by the number on the scale nor the number on the tag of my jeans. I'm getting in shape because I have an irrational fear of having to out run zombies, an obsession with cookies and cupcakes, and the fact that I love naps SO much that my code word for it is, "doing laundry" (I just do the white load first).

I'm also a writer and that's pretty sedentary, so I need to move.

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  • i have a sedentary job too, good luck!
  • katiedoo82
    katiedoo82 Posts: 277 Member
    best of luck --- third time lucky :0) you can do this..... and if you want to add me -- feel free :0) out of work at the moment with a back injury and fractured foot so pretty sedentary at the moment also but sticking to being good with food!!!!
    seize the day :0) and a fresh start!
  • fat2strongbeth
    fat2strongbeth Posts: 735 Member
    Good luck! You can do this! You can add me as a friend.
  • galprincess
    galprincess Posts: 683 Member
    you can do this
  • cristinfaldetta
    cristinfaldetta Posts: 16 Member
    You've got this!
  • FNPsamantha
    FNPsamantha Posts: 7 Member
    I would love some friends too. I am trying to get back on board for the 2nd time. I had great success the first time and last 45 lbs...then went back to work full time and slid back into unhealthy habits. I want to get back to where I was before!
  • TrishyWishy91478
    TrishyWishy91478 Posts: 13 Member
    Thank you so much everyone! I'll be sure to add ya'll!
  • tonedby46
    tonedby46 Posts: 93 Member
    3Rd time for me too
    you may add me
  • mjvasko1
    mjvasko1 Posts: 16 Member
    I'm right there with you, Trishy. This will be my third time. I can't afford to stop this time.
  • beachgod
    beachgod Posts: 567 Member
    Hi, I'm retreading, too. Been in and out of shape more times than I can count (currently out). I get frustrated because I know people have gotten in shape and stayed in shape way before mfp came along or weighing every bite with kitchen scales but I fall apart every time I quit using a structured eating program.
  • bubbles1212
    bubbles1212 Posts: 206 Member
    It took me 3-4 times to find success. As long as you keep trying, you can't fail!! Keep it up! I'm here for support and I'm looking for new friends too!
  • jenifferlopez718
    jenifferlopez718 Posts: 25 Member
    Outrun zombies?! Hilarious!!! Third timers group this is exactly what I was looking for. Today I am going a little crazy its my 13th day and this is generally when I begin to squirm my way out of the diet. I start saying to myself, "Izzy you've lost 5 go ahead give yourself a little treat". And down the abbys of my never ending cycle. Yes today is my I Hate EverYtHiNg DAY
  • Hi, I'm right there with you. This is my third round and I'm looking to get in shape and feel better. Don't want to wait for the New Year knowing I will put on too many pounds this month so I thought I'd get a jump on it. Feel free to add me.
  • yoovie
    yoovie Posts: 17,121 Member
    A good way to ensure failure is to refuse to look and comprehend what you did wrong last time combined with a refusal to change those way for the new time.

    the third time isn't a charm, the educated/no excuses time is time you succeed.
  • GiveMeCoffee
    GiveMeCoffee Posts: 3,556 Member
    Don't ask about the other two times, they are in the past; I'm moving forward.

    Join me on my getting in shape adventure. I will not be held down by the number on the scale nor the number on the tag of my jeans. I'm getting in shape because I have an irrational fear of having to out run zombies, an obsession with cookies and cupcakes, and the fact that I love naps SO much that my code word for it is, "doing laundry" (I just do the white load first).

    I'm also a writer and that's pretty sedentary, so I need to move.

    Instead of trying to write off what happened the past 2 times, wouldn't it be beneficial to look at what you can do differently this time so that it doesn't fail again?

    I yo-yo dieted for most of my life, every time some type of over restriction and all or nothing attitude, it wasn't until I finally listened, got some understanding, and worked on learning what balance and moderation truly were that I found success. I work a desk job, I love naps, and I bake 3 -4 times a week so yea I like cookies & cupcakes .. you can lose weight, you can get fit.
  • TilMyLastDay
    TilMyLastDay Posts: 10 Member
    I'm Eric, back to MFP for the third time, and really need any help I can get. I know what needs done and cannot make any excuses, and essentially I will have to watch my food intake and need to exercise "TilMyLastDay." I live in Pittsburgh and am looking to retire from my federal law enforcement position within 3 years or so, and need to learn alternative ways to deal with stress.

    You've heard it all before. I welcome any new friends and hope to reciprocate with friendship and support.
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