My goal is to lose 100 lbs

bettytrask
bettytrask Posts: 2 Member
edited November 24 in Getting Started
Hi all, l'm finally motivated to lose weight and to improve my health. I know 100 lbs seems daunting, but I feeling that it is attainable. Needing support from like minded people and those who have been in my situation.
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  • kelseyhgreene
    kelseyhgreene Posts: 1 Member
    I'm hoping to lose 50 lbs and I'm in the same boat. It's daunting, but completely attainable. I've just started my journey and have already failed a couple times, but I'm pushing on, one day at a time.
  • airangel59
    airangel59 Posts: 1,887 Member
    Set small goals one day, one pound, one step at a time.
    Just remember you didn't gain it all over nite, so it won't come off over nite. It is doable though.
    Write what you bite, weigh/measure what you eat.
    I pre plan/pre log so I know where I stand thru the day and can adjust as the day goes on.
    Slow & steady is the healthy way. You can do it! :)
  • mamadon
    mamadon Posts: 1,422 Member
    It is very daunting, but completely attainable. Just remind yourself that it time is going to pass whether you do it losing the weight or not. The longer you do it, the easier it gets. It also helps to set small goals for youself, maybe ten pounds at a time. Send me a request if you like and good luck!
  • PinkPixiexox
    PinkPixiexox Posts: 4,142 Member
    100 sounds like a daunting number but it is totally achievable, I promise you :)
    Stay strong and remember - don't restrict yourself from food you love, Moderation is key.

    Best of luck!
  • GloworminWA
    GloworminWA Posts: 704 Member
    All of the above are absolutely correct. I had more than a 100 lbs to lose and so far have left 86 behind me. I set 2 lb a week goals, fill out my food diary everyday, pre-plan my food for the day, and support other people on this site. Don't think of the big number - it makes it too unfathomable that you will ever get there. But if you think about losing 1 or 2 lbs a week your mind can accept that as doable. You can do this Betty. Friend me if you'd like.
  • Dutchy_77
    Dutchy_77 Posts: 1,695 Member
    edited September 2015
    im with you! i plan on loosing 90 lbs or 40 kg. ive lost 11 kg so far that's 24.25 lbs so in 2 months im 25% down! and i feel great. im full all the time just eat healthier.

    my plan is to be sub 220 on 1 jan 2016.
  • jenniator
    jenniator Posts: 475 Member
    Good luck Betty! I know it might seem impossible when you have such a large amount, but just take it little by :) I had in total 110 pounds to lose! Now 1 year and 4 months later, I'm down 64 pounds! I really want to lose the weight, but I'm not in a hurry since I rather take it a little slower, learn portion control, and do it in a healthy way.
  • pgauri
    pgauri Posts: 2 Member
    Hi, i want to lose 25kg. I started last week. Lost 1kg in a week. I am eating healthy and joined a 6 pack challenge in a gym.
  • besaro
    besaro Posts: 1,858 Member
    its doable. i started nearly 3 years ago. within a year I had lost 100 pounds, went from walking a mile to running 5. i walk to the stores now, ride my bike, do yoga, eat wisely 90% of the time. my tips, get a digital scale, weigh everything, log everything, move a little more each day. get a HRM and find exercises you enjoy, eat foods you enjoy, dont eat 1200 calories a day, trust me, you can eat more at your weight and still lose. its simple. eat less than you burn and once you know a rough estimate of those numbers, it all comes down to choice.
  • sistermargret
    sistermargret Posts: 49 Member
    I just walked a mile in 25 minutes! My personal best. I've only lost 5 lbs but my shorts just fell off on my walk, so I guess I am doing something right. LOL
  • sistermargret
    sistermargret Posts: 49 Member
    I didn't think going from 250 to 245 would pants you in public. LOL o:)
  • Healthydiner65
    Healthydiner65 Posts: 1,552 Member
    airangel59 wrote: »
    Set small goals one day, one pound, one step at a time.
    Just remember you didn't gain it all over nite, so it won't come off over nite. It is doable though.
    Write what you bite, weigh/measure what you eat.
    I pre plan/pre log so I know where I stand thru the day and can adjust as the day goes on.
    Slow & steady is the healthy way. You can do it! :)

    ^ this!

  • magpie1659
    magpie1659 Posts: 1 Member
    Where there is a will there is a way!!! Will, to do it!! I have the same goal and all the will to do it, I know it will take about a year but in the blink of an eye we will get there !! :)
  • emmagrace0818
    emmagrace0818 Posts: 211 Member
    You all got this! I'm in the same boat, it's hard at times, but others will be there for you to keep you motivated!
  • Wilcoan
    Wilcoan Posts: 9 Member
    I have more than a 100pounds to loss. I decided it was time to take this in small goals. If I can loss 42 lbs and get under 200 its a start. I spent the last month adding a different green vegetable to lunch and dinner. Now I'm looking to exercise 30 mins a day.
  • ajff
    ajff Posts: 986 Member
    I've lost 90, one day at a time. You can do it! Just worry about today and tomorrow will take care of itself.
  • sistermargret
    sistermargret Posts: 49 Member
    Just make sure your pants don't fall off in public.
    :)
  • Brandi92809
    Brandi92809 Posts: 78 Member
    We totally got this! How do you move forward? One step at a time! :)
  • lildutchgirl79
    lildutchgirl79 Posts: 3 Member
    I'm also starting a 100lb journey.

    5 years ago I lost 80lbs in a year doing calorie counting....then I let pregnancy and comfort eating take over, and gained it all back + 20. Ugh! But I'm starting over NOW.
  • SlimCuki
    SlimCuki Posts: 13 Member
    My goal is a bit over 100, but one of my milestones is the 100lbs. I'm there with you!
  • YasiChiX2
    YasiChiX2 Posts: 9 Member
    My goal also is to lose a serious amount weight ..Its only been about a week but every day gets easier just believe that you have the strength to do it !!!
  • MsLexii
    MsLexii Posts: 105 Member
    Hi Betty,

    Don't let the fact that you need/want to lose 100lbs scare you. Take it one day at time. PROGRESS, not perfection!! Like others have said, allow yourself to have the things you love, just in moderation. Give yourself one day a week that you indulge in a sweet treat but only have the one serving size that is recommended. And what is so incredibly important, is that if you do mess up (because we ALL screw up sometimes) just get back up on that horse and try again the next day!! If you fall off that horse for a few days, or a week, thats okay too.. just get back up and keep trying.

    My starting weight was around 365lb, I am down to 331 today. My goal is to be around 180lbs (I am 6ft). I've lost 120lbs before. And I won't lie, it was hard and it took a lot of dedication! However, because I've done it before I know I'll do it again. YOU can do it too!! You just have to show up and try. Keep trying.

    Small goals! 5lbs by XX date, 10lbs by XX date. Ignoring the scale at first can be very helpful too. Measure yourself before you even start exercising/eating better. The scale was my worst enemy during the first 30 days or so. I would actually gain weight and I become discouraged. I measured myself about two weeks in and again about two weeks later. The scale had only budged a pound or two, but the inches were falling off!! Keep that in mind.
  • Kimberley0418
    Kimberley0418 Posts: 6 Member
    You totally got this! I have a little over 100 lbs to lose. Just found out I'm pregnant though so just being healthy for the next 8 more months is my new goal. If you look at it as just two pounds a week, that's totally doable and this time next year you will have already reached your goal!! Feel free to add me as a friend. I love having new people to motivate each other with!
  • Redbeard333
    Redbeard333 Posts: 381 Member
    I used to be a bike racer, and one psychological trick I would play on myself when I was training was instead of thinking "I have such a long way to go before this ride is done!!", I would think "just get to the next telephone pole", and "get to the next one", etc. It's the little attainable goals that make this journey possible.

    My ultimate goal is to be down 101.8 pounds, to 185. So far, I've lost 67 since mid-January, and small goals certainly help get there. It's almost like being a recovering alcoholic, but one who still needs alcohol to survive. We can't just go without food, but we can limit it a little every day. YOU CAN DO THIS!!!
  • lildutchgirl79
    lildutchgirl79 Posts: 3 Member
    Redbeard333 wrote: »
    I used to be a bike racer, and one psychological trick I would play on myself when I was training was instead of thinking "I have such a long way to go before this ride is done!!", I would think "just get to the next telephone pole", and "get to the next one", etc. It's the little attainable goals that make this journey possible.

    I used to do the *exact* same thing when I jogged!! :smile:
  • radiosilents
    radiosilents Posts: 223 Member
    You can definitely do it. I have over 200 pounds to lose total, and so far I've lost 102. I won't tell you that it has been easy, because it hasn't, but it also hasn't been wholly unpleasant, either. I am taking my time with it so that I can eat in a sustainable way and enjoy the things I love. At the same time, I have developed a true love for exercise which really helps with my mindset. I started small on every aspect of this, and built it up.

    I have a blog chronicling my whole journey so far if you're interested: http://amytenpercent.blogspot.com.

    Go for it!
  • mousie1973
    mousie1973 Posts: 438 Member
    I started out at 292 and my original goal was to get to 192 (my now final goal is 162 which will be a total of 130 pounds lost) .. that was on may 20th 2015, This past sunday (sept. 6th) I weighed in at 264... 28 pounds down... I totally agree with everyone else that has said do it in small increments... because when i started I was like wow that is a LOT of weight to lose...while my tracker says 192, in my head i mark it in 10 pound increments. I have met almost 3 goals (hoping to get to my 3rd goal this coming monday)

    You can do this! just be determined and one step at a time, One meal at a time... and remember PATIENCE!
  • Chasity6
    Chasity6 Posts: 183 Member
    Betty,
    Hi I just started my weight loss journey (again) a few weeks ago. I have started this several times off and on through the years, I have been overweight for a long time. This weekend I was totally horrible with my diet. I ate everything I wanted without thinking about it. Normally that would be the start of the end, however this time I am trying to make changes. I logged every bite of everything and held myself accountable. I gained weight this week (probably due to excess bad carbs lots of soda and candy) but I moved on back to following healthy eating. I also bought my first fit bit this weekend (found out I have the activity level of a slug) so I have been trying to move more as my back will allow me( herniated disc with severe pain with long periods of not lying down.) So if you would like to add me as a friend I will help motivate and support you. Trust been there done that way to long. Time to get strong and healthy.
  • MyWeigh94
    MyWeigh94 Posts: 28 Member
    I started at 330, and joined myfitnesspal at 290. That's where I am currently. And I am planning on losing another 150 ish pounds maybe 160. Feel free to send me a request.
  • Pcs1961
    Pcs1961 Posts: 8 Member
    Today is my first day at MFP. Ive got 100# to loose one day at a time. After gaining and loosing the same 15 pounds for the past year under another program. I like the positive comments of this group!
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