Texas girl needs to lose 100lbs!

courtneyallisonatx
courtneyallisonatx Posts: 133 Member
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Hello everyone!
My name is Courtney, I currently live in the BEAUTIFUL Austin, TX.
I am 27 years old and have struggled with my weight my entire life.
I am currently 100lbs from my goal weight. I would love new friends and suggestions or helpful tips while on my journey!

Don't be shy! Say Hello!! :)

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  • purpletaco1947
    purpletaco1947 Posts: 7 Member
    My gf is trying to lose 100lbs aswell, she just got me to join
  • skinnyagain23
    skinnyagain23 Posts: 1 Member
    Hi, I need to loose around 75, a bit more would be nice :) I am in my 50's and my weight has rollercoastered over the years. I need to get my butt in gear though. I'm tired of dragging all this weight around! We can do this! Other's feel free to add me (females only, thanks). I live in the Midwest.
  • courtneyallisonatx
    courtneyallisonatx Posts: 133 Member
    I'm more determined I have ever been now.
    being only 27 I have so much time ahead of me in life and I just need to get this weight off now.
    I do not hate myself the way I am, but I know I could be much happier and healthier under 200lbs. I am currently 305.
  • intelliblue2000
    intelliblue2000 Posts: 1
    HI, I used to live in Austin too, it is a beautiful place. I think if you lose 1-2 pounds a week, consistently, you can get to your goal this time next year. They said that initially weight loss is faster, then it slows a bit. Good luck!
  • sabrinalina
    sabrinalina Posts: 20
    Hi I'm from the Katy area near Houston. 17! maintaining my weight at 128 lbs and I love to weightlift. My goal is to bench press a max of 115 (35 lbs on each side) by the end of this June and be able to do 7 pull-ups unassisted. I can do 4-5 ! :) I used to be 180 at age 13 so I hope you reach your goal!
  • cbills65
    cbills65 Posts: 164 Member
    Hi Courtney. I'm in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The great thing about Austin (besides being gorgeous) is all the places you can walk and opportunities to be active. There is ALWAYS something going on in Austin! And with the nice weather finally coming to Texas, your timing is excellent. Feel free to add me as a friend. I'd love to lend support as you embark on this journey.
  • alexandriampratt
    alexandriampratt Posts: 5
    Good luck! You can do it! :) Time and patience, work hard and get results. Feel free to add me as a friend, we can help keep each other motivated. I have 20lbs to my goal but then staying at that weight will be the hardest part for me.
  • Michaelacdavis
    Michaelacdavis Posts: 7 Member
    Hey I have similar goals! I am starting around 295ish (I've already lost a few pounds) which is the biggest I've even been, and I'm trying to get down to 200. That's my first goal. Once we get there, I'll set a new one! I'm from Texas as well though! Good luck and add me! We'll kick our Butts together!
  • TeresaLouise2
    TeresaLouise2 Posts: 11
    Add me! I'm 50 and need to lose 65+. I joined OrangeTheory Fitness and love it! It's really motivating me to stay on track. I work really hard for an hour and it makes me think about what i'm about to eat. I'm in Houston - not too far from you! Anyone else want to add me - please do - I could use a few friends that are in the same boat!
  • rdbartle1958
    rdbartle1958 Posts: 11
    Hi...Bob from Dallas...slow and steady is the secret. I went from 284 down to 195 in about 18 months AND have managed to keep it off for the last 6 months. If I can help anyone with tips or hints, please let me know. Good luck!
  • courtneyallisonatx
    courtneyallisonatx Posts: 133 Member
    I am all about slow and steady! I want this to be a lifestyle change, not a temporary solution.
    My biggest issue I think I have is with working out. I have literally no idea what to do or where to start. I have been walking around 30 min every night, but I start going to the gym this week and I'm at a loss.
  • lyndsmer
    lyndsmer Posts: 13 Member
    I'm in Katy. I have 100 to go, too. I'm adding you :)
  • MadMc28
    MadMc28 Posts: 1,079 Member
    You got this girl!!!
  • terpstje
    terpstje Posts: 27 Member
    Feel free to add me also
  • Andrewcpimpin
    Andrewcpimpin Posts: 124 Member
    Round rock checking in
  • allyangelrose
    allyangelrose Posts: 4 Member
    I am in the College Station area. I have lost 100 lbs and still wanting to lose another 60-80 lbs. Feel free to add me! :)
  • MarlowJo13
    MarlowJo13 Posts: 43 Member
    Hi Courtney! I'm Marlow! I've currently lost 113lbs and have about 30-40 more I'd like to lose. The best advice I can give you as cheesy as it is, is just to never give up. Even those days that you feel like it's not worth it or you feel like quitting just pull through and do it because it is so worth it in the end!
  • jpp3184
    jpp3184 Posts: 23 Member
    Good luck stay strong. We will get this done together
  • ProudVetMom
    ProudVetMom Posts: 12 Member
    Feel free to send me an invite. I need to loose a lot of weight too.
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  • shmulyeng
    shmulyeng Posts: 472 Member
    I'm not a girl and I don't live in Texas but otherwise I was in the exact same boat 2 years ago. I too was overweight my whole life. Also, like you, I didn't hate my body. My decision to do something about my weight was more for my future. MFP along with starting to run helped me turn my health around. Feel free to add me. If you have any specific questions, ask away.
  • Oliver_Cat_13
    Oliver_Cat_13 Posts: 51 Member
    Hello! I'm Hannah, and like a lot of you, I have a lot of weight to lose. I started at 325 about a month ago and have lost almost 15 pounds. I've got about 150 more to lose, so I'd love some friends to help hold me accountable and motivate me.

    I'm currently doing mostly low-carb because my boyfriend is diabetic and that's what his doctor recommended to help keep his diabetes under control. We live together and I do the majority of the cooking so it's just easier if I follow the low-carb diet, too. I also have a family history of diabetes so anything I can do to help prevent it is fine by me!

    I'm a daily logger (38 day streak as of today) and I plan to keep it up. Feel free to send me a friend request (anyone in the thread, not just OP).
  • Smallerjojo2015
    Smallerjojo2015 Posts: 97 Member
    I have lost 121 lbs so far
    Things that worked for me
    Weigh and log all food and drink
    If you like a full plate put lots of low calorie veg or salad on it
    Don't cut something out of you diet unless you have to ( I have to as diabetic t2 ) if you try to cut out say chocolate you will want it so much so have a tiny bit within your calories
    Use a smaller plate / dish makes you think you are having more
    Exercise does not have to be in a gym : do lots of housework, gardening , walking , dancing all count
    I have to go low carb because of diabetes so make cauliflower rice and vegetables noodles.. They are a lot less Calories
    If you mess up on one meal don't let it mess up the rest of the day /week
    Find food you will enjoy - if you don't enjoy your food you will not keep to diet long term
    I had a piece of clothing in a size smaller it was good to try it on to how near you are to it each week/month
    ( I started as a uk size 30/32 and now I am a uk size 16/18 I still have more to lose )
    I had to find cheap clothes as they was getting to big for me so fast at the beginning
    Weight loss does slow down sometimes
    Weigh in once a week at about the same time as weight will go up and down in a day
    Remember you can do this one day at a time
  • Matthewpaver
    Matthewpaver Posts: 9 Member
    Hey. I'm on the journey from 355lbs to 210, still about 70 to go so know the feeling of having 2-3 digits to lose. To get this far I had to think of it more as a lifestyle change than a diet or programme where you can't have the occasional rubbish. No "diet" needed, just eat a balance of good foods with a bit of activity and aim to change your lifestyle for longer term results vs getting annoyed at yourself for having a bag of chips or something. Just try to limit the junk of course. Takes time, and unfortunately a lot of people want quick fixes. It's taken me a year to lose 70lbs+, but I've done it for long term change rather than the 20 other times I've tried and failed. Now I don't even think about junk and its really easy to say no when offered, but I only achieved it by thinking long term change. We can all do it, just have to keep consistent and persistent.
  • Q_Is_Poison
    Q_Is_Poison Posts: 203 Member
    Hello! I am from San Antonio but now I live in New England. Austin is great town! I sure do miss Texas sometimes...
  • allieparkia
    allieparkia Posts: 304 Member
    Hi there! I am living about an hour away from Austin. Happy to hear about your health decision! Feel free to add me!
  • Andrewcpimpin
    Andrewcpimpin Posts: 124 Member
    Good luck. One day at a time and you will get there

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