I have 100+ to lose and would love some partners!

themadteapot
themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
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Hello! I'm Shannon Elizabeth, and I've been using mfp on and off for awhile, but I was completely oblivious to the community aspect!

I turned 20 in April and after a gnarly breakup and etc hit an all time high of 270. I started working out again and I'm down to 264 now. I got a boost in motivation when my recent trip to Knotts Berry Farm taught me that I'm too fat to ride roller coasters.

I don't want to be losing opportunities because of my weight. So I'd love to find some people to talk with and maybe check in daily/weekly/ whatever to keep me on track :)

Age: 20
Height: 5'4
CW: 264
GW: 125

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  • katiekush215
    katiekush215 Posts: 1 Member
    I believe in you! You got this
  • themadteapot
    themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
    Thank you ! :D
  • AvaReneMari
    AvaReneMari Posts: 32 Member
    edited August 2015
    I'm glad you join we can definitely help each other.just remember to log in ur intake.if you go over....just dance it off..no biggie
  • AvaReneMari
    AvaReneMari Posts: 32 Member
    I'm 210.3...I started fitness pal...2013...2013 I was 224...I myself been up and down. I lost a total 13.7
  • AvaReneMari
    AvaReneMari Posts: 32 Member
    You will meet your goal and you're not alone
  • Azurite27
    Azurite27 Posts: 554 Member
    If you'd like a friend/motivator/mentor, who's lost over 100 lbs and is in maintenance feel free to add me.
  • NCGOALIEMOM
    NCGOALIEMOM Posts: 82 Member
    I'm right there with you. I've got close to 100 to lose as well. I swore I'd never be on this path again, but alas... I'm back, only 26 pounds below where I started :(
  • themadteapot
    themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
    AvaReneMari wrote: »
    I'm glad you join we can definitely help each other.just remember to log in ur intake.if you go over....just dance it off..no biggie


    Thank you! And that is definitely good advice (:
    Congratz on losing the 13! I really appreciate your support (:
  • themadteapot
    themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
    Azurite27 wrote: »
    If you'd like a friend/motivator/mentor, who's lost over 100 lbs and is in maintenance feel free to add me.

    I sent you a request (: Congratulations! That is so incredible ! I'm so happy for you, and I would love to utilize any suggestions, tips, etc that you have !
  • themadteapot
    themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
    NCRawGirl wrote: »
    I'm right there with you. I've got close to 100 to lose as well. I swore I'd never be on this path again, but alas... I'm back, only 26 pounds below where I started :(

    That's such a frustrating feeling. I swear I've "started my life change" so many times, just to quit and gain it back plus more ! I sent you a request, we can totally make this the time we lose it all (:
  • DarthMetalHead
    DarthMetalHead Posts: 49 Member
    You can do this!
  • themadteapot
    themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
    Thank you so much to everyone who has read this and messaged me and added me! The support is incredible and I truly appreciate each of you ! <3
  • aluhsin
    aluhsin Posts: 46 Member
    Firstly, that top is awesome.

    Anyway, I'm in the same boat as you! I'm 23, 5'11, and at my all time high of 265. I'm going to go ahead and add you! :)
  • themadteapot
    themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
    aluhsin wrote: »
    Firstly, that top is awesome.

    Anyway, I'm in the same boat as you! I'm 23, 5'11, and at my all time high of 265. I'm going to go ahead and add you! :)

    Thank you! It's a rave bra so I never get a chance to wear it xD

    I accepted! Thanks for the add and I'm glad to meet someone with a similar situation! Hopefully we can motivate eachother ^-^
  • rockstar8bubbles
    rockstar8bubbles Posts: 5 Member
    Loving all your stories, looking to find people to help/guide/support as well as to give! Add me we are all here for the same reason!!
  • Ruatine
    Ruatine Posts: 3,424 Member
    I just started with MFP two weeks ago. Dropped a bunch of water weight in my first week (6 lbs) and am working my way toward 145 lbs - that's 91 lbs to go for me! I've managed to get a good handle on my eating habits, I think, but I'm still working on my activity levels. Knowing other people going through the same thing is very motivating, and I LOVE reading success stories on MFP from people who've lost 100+ lbs! We CAN do this!
  • deannajp75
    deannajp75 Posts: 3 Member
    You can do this! Congrats on doing this while you are still young. I didn't and now I am 40 and it is harder to take off. I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and the medicine makes me gain weight so I gained all the weight I lost. so I am in the same boat!
  • nicolajane6393
    nicolajane6393 Posts: 8 Member
    Everyone add me :) need more friends for motivation! Also, happy to be a weigh in buddy for any of you as well (once a week give our weight and/or loss to one another, and work towards our goals together!)
  • themadteapot
    themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
    @rockstar8bubbles Added!

    @Ruatine Thanks for sharing! And I'm so glad this community exists! I had no idea this was part of the app, and those success stories are incredible!

    @dpoops2 Thank you! I feel like I've been trying to do this my whole life, and I'm so tired of that thought "if I was thinner.." And I'm sorry about your fibro diagnoses, I know a girl with it and it seems like a lot to handle, so major kudos to you for being on here !

    @nicolajane6393 added! That sounds like an awesome idea :smiley:
  • amandapanda932011
    amandapanda932011 Posts: 16 Member
    youre not alone in this! I also have around 100lbs to lose....anybody can add me on here and we can do this together
  • themadteapot
    themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
    @carinkay93 Thank you, I'll email you (:

    @amandapanda932011 added you! Thank you for your support and I hope I can reciprocate in any way!
  • LAWNYBEE
    LAWNYBEE Posts: 46 Member
    Add me x lets do this x
  • MKEgal
    MKEgal Posts: 3,250 Member
    carinakay93 wrote: »
    I love that you are reaching out after struggling to lose weight please get shold of me. I have used a program that has helped me tremendously. XXXXXXXXXXXXX is my personal email I can give my phone number through an email if you are seriously interested in losing weight.

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  • Cockamouse
    Cockamouse Posts: 5 Member
    You are not alone girl!!!! Please add me :)

    I have just rejoined MFP because I have gained 10 kilos since I stopped counting my calories.... 2 years ago I lost 15 kilos in 4 months just by taking seriously my calories intake and exercising.... Although MFP really helped me to keep on track.

    I have just decided not to lie to myself anymore, I need to take action and be in the game !

    Xxxx
  • chellec23
    chellec23 Posts: 147 Member
    I'm 33 and have hit my all-time high of....and i cringe with self-loathing as I admit this...295. I'm 5'4" so you know that means I'm as wide as I am tall. I decided to re-commit myself to this. Add me if you'd like!
  • themadteapot
    themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
    @Cockamouse welcome back! Thank you for adding me and sharing. It's so hard when your motivated for awhile and then get out of the swing of things. This app is stellar though so we can do it this time :D I'm rooting for us (:

    @chellec23 this all time high thing sucks! I hate remembering what I used to be on the scale and knowing I have to work to get back to a number I wasn't even happy with :/ but I'm here to help motivate you if you ever want to message me, and that goes to anyone, we can get it off and keep it off!

    Everyone here is so amazing, I just want to say thank you again to everyone who has commented, messaged me, added me, and motivated me. You are all wonderful individuals and I hope everyone reaches their goals!
  • GabrielaSamari
    GabrielaSamari Posts: 3 Member
    I'm 20 years old too! I've been struggling with losing weight all my life. And I know that I need to get healthy now so I can improve my future. You can do this! If you need a friend or support I'm here for you!
  • Disneyfan856
    Disneyfan856 Posts: 3 Member
    You're a very pretty girl. The hair is fun too
  • Sweep79
    Sweep79 Posts: 30 Member
    20 Is a great time to start. I'm 35 and have been doing this nearly all your lifetime already! Good luck - I'll add you.
  • themadteapot
    themadteapot Posts: 41 Member
    @GabrielaSamari sent you a request, thanks for posting, I'm here for you as well!

    @Disneyfan856 Thank you for the compliments, it is appreciated (:

    @Sweep79 I accepted! Thank you for the add and encouragement !

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