Looking to lose 100+ pounds... the healthy way!

How's everyone doing today?? I am looking forward to the warmer weather. I have this new goal set. I am going to start jogging to running. I am going to run a 5k run starting in April and do one once a month. Then I am going to compare the ending times. I am pretty excited for this challenge. It will definitely help with my wieght lose goal as well. Just rememeber take one day at a time and of you have one bad day tomorrow is another day.

SkinnyGirlFatBody wrote: »

Hi, I too have about 100 - 140 lbs to lose. I had gotten really close to my target weight a few years ago, I was only 20 - 40lbs away but some bad things happening in my life allowed me to gain it all back and become the heaviest I have ever been. So now I'm trying to pay attention to me again and lose it all again. It's going to be a long process for me, so I would love to have more friends to motivate and keep me accountable.

Hang in there. You know it's possible due to the fact you've done it before. I know this is the heaviest I have ever been. I am not proud of it, that's why I have to prove to myself that I want to lose the weight. It's a selfish act but yet a heathly one. With the motivation from others it helps a lot. I know I am not alone.

jonesm97 wrote: »

I was thinking about getting of those fitbits, or some other type. I just wasn't sure how effective they were. Does anyone know if they work in wooded areas where cell phones are lycky to get service? They are connected right?

I LOVE my FitBit! And I spend a lot of time in areas with little or no cell coverage.
The FitBit tracks your steps and syncs, via Bluetooth, with an app on your phone or iPad. I have the FitBit One and it also came with a little dongle that can plug into a USB port on your computer to sync your steps. If you happen to be where there is no access to Bluetooth/cell, it will just sync the next time there is access.
I am always amazed at how sedentary I can be and the FitBit helps make sure I am getting better at moving more.

@danielle7577 Awesome at achieving your goal!!
@shirayne: I think it's normal not to be "on" all the time. What's important is that you're right back at it! Way to go!
@SkinnyGirlFatBody‌: Feel free to Add me
@jck511‌ Good job yesterday! You'll get a 5 day anniversary cheer if you're set up to go public with your info. Feel free to Add me.

Yesterday STUNK for me! My attitude was very poor. However, I rallied at the very end of the day and put in an hour of cardio. It made it easier to get going again today.

I need to make a vow (and follow through) to NOT look at the scale but once a week!

Happy Friday to you too! Had a good morning in the gym doing deadlifts, and then popped off 100 cals on the strider and foam rolled my hamstrings.

Mindful of my sugar addiction today.

Stats
5'5"
SW 259
CW 213
GW 158

Thanks guys! I took it easier today. But still moved. Didn't want my muscles to get all tight. Hoping to get a workout in before work tomorrow.

Hello Everyone! I'm feeling like a fatty who may never be healthy or get a handle on my life. I am addicted to sugar and feel that its almost hopeless to find foods without it. I feel like I have begun a journey of endless benge cliffs that I am traveling in darkness. I need to lose 98 more pounds. I don't want to try the same ol same ol and be a loser once again. Can any of you help?

Thanks Shirayne. That is good advice!

punkrockgoth wrote: »

I'm looking to lose 130 lbs. That would get me to the upper end of a healthy weight range. I lost 50 lbs a couple of years ago by blindly following Tumblr advice, working out for hours a day and eating 1500 calories a day. It was the recommended calorie intake for me by both Livestrong and MyFitnessPal. I ended up shutting down and gaining 80 lbs back.

So now me and my BF are talking about getting married and I don't want to be a fat bride and an unhealthy parent. I'm trying to get this under control now while I still have time to lose the weight healthily. Admittedly though, I'm having a hard time keeping a positive attitude and feeling like this is actually something I can do.

Hello, one thing I have had to force myself to remember is, I didn't gain my wait over night and I won't lose it that fast either. This is something you can do! Believe in yourself and never quit.

@shirayne thanks! I feel so behind in here. More new people. All of us still fighting the same battles. Trying to find that control over food and our bodies. Support helps us all so welcome to everyone!
@Treasa2013 We all have bad days. Great work on the healthy choices!
@inekestorms‌ Welcome!! I have a 2 year old son that I'm getting healthier for. We exercise together at times. Dancing is a great way to be silly and laugh with him and get my body moving. But even yesterday he was marching along with me whole I did a video. Love that he is learning exercise is fun!
@punkrockgoth I believe that I don't have to go through life feeling hungry to lose weight. I have lost 30 lbs so far. I listen to my body. And I'm retraining my brain. If my brain tells me I'm hungry it probably means I'm bored. If my stomach starts growling and I know I have had plenty of water I eat. I just make better choices. Those get better with time. Add me if you want. I try and check in a few times a day!

I know. It's like relearning the signals. But I am doing it. I know my range of what I should eat when I'm very physically active and when I'm not. That is also helping me make the right decisions.

I would love to join, friend however to make this work. I will be 59 in August of this year and have at least a 100 lbs to lose. I ave tried lots of things, read lots of thing and need to learn to stick with it. I know it should be a life style change, and I can say both DH and I eat healthier this year then we did last year, but its not a life style yet. One day at a time, I know. I did start today with strength exercises for my arms and fell better for it.