560lbs - LONG WAY TO GO - Who has my back?

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  • Bluejedi79
    Bluejedi79 Posts: 28 Member
    You can do this!!! It's going to be a great journey. November 2014 is when I was at my heaviest, 443 pounds Down to 390-no where near where I wanted to be right now. Slow progress. But I'm starting to get the hang of this weight loss stuff. I'm 36, no major health issues as well, other than high blood pressure but don't need to take meds for it (yet) Any one can feel free to add me as a friend.

    I know I'm not as good as I should be about logging food (or exercise) but I'm watching what I eat and working out at least 3 days a week....90% of the time. I'm at the point where more than half a can of soda makes me sick to my stomach and I'm far more sensitive to the taste of salt than ever before-to the point when I eat say a frozen dinner or something heavy in salt like ham-I'm nearly getting sick off the taste of salt.

    The biggest thing I've learned though-the go big or go home mentality doesn't work. at least not with me...small gradual changes have worked the best.
  • upoffthemat
    upoffthemat Posts: 679 Member
    I definitely look forward to seeing you getting healthy. Best of luck to you!
  • Buckeyegirl1965
    Buckeyegirl1965 Posts: 7 Member
    climbingup wrote: »
    Starting at over 560lbs I have a long way to go..... This is only day one. I've got to get healthy if I want to see my grandkids one day. At 35, I don't have any major health issues yet but I've got change! Here I go.... a new journey - :smile: [/b]

  • Buckeyegirl1965
    Buckeyegirl1965 Posts: 7 Member
    I'm here for you of you need someone, I just started last week and damn determined to lose it this time, I just turned 50 and I started out at 250 and would love to lose, at least 90. Doing this for my Health and to get my Sexy back, we have two grandbabies, 3 and 5 and I Will be here for them. We can do this!!!
  • makingamiracle
    makingamiracle Posts: 41 Member
    Started at 480. Down 25 in a month. Let me know what I can do to help.
  • sonnydaniels
    sonnydaniels Posts: 33 Member
    I'm here for you bro--I am currently 324 working back down to 200--we can do it together
  • Superb16
    Superb16 Posts: 2 Member
    I'll be the one to say it- you didn't get to that weight in one day, either- so set REASONABLE goals, and stay focused. You can borrow my motto: "I GOT THIS!" Feel free to friend me if ya want! XO~
  • alphastarz
    alphastarz Posts: 55 Member
    You won't believe how many people got your back here! :) at one stage I lost a lot of weight and was having postural pain trying to adjust, hopped onto the forums here and folks gave me great tips for stretching to relieve the pain that worked. My point is, keep coming back as you get to new challenges and successes, and we will all keep supporting you through what each new day brings. You got this!
  • Cambridge727
    Cambridge727 Posts: 50 Member
    Wow you can do it I have over 150 pounds to lose . I so far have lost 4 pounds just getting started. Feel free add me if you like I'm with ya
  • massaoli
    massaoli Posts: 170 Member
    Welcome! For me, there are days where I have so much energy, motivation and it's so easy, but I also have those days that getting out of pjs is a struggle. Those days every small thing I do counts and usually I end up having a not so bad day.One day at a time, one pound at a time! When There's a will, there's a way! Enjoy your journey, you are not alone!
  • schindml09
    schindml09 Posts: 21 Member
    You have my support. You can do this! Start with making small changes. Some ideas: track your food intake, cut out soda, cut back on sugar and salt, drink lots of water and start with walking and Stretching each day
  • spzjlb
    spzjlb Posts: 599 Member
    Wow - good luck! This the place to be. We will be watching and rooting for you, so don't you dare not log in!!
  • MyBoyG
    MyBoyG Posts: 104 Member
    You've taken the best step. The first one. Set small goals and celebrate each success by doing something fun or rewarding to you. You'll learn how to make conscious choices so you can still eat things you love, just in moderation and not all a once., lol. I hate the word diet, as it means deprivation to me. Eating modification..learning to eat healthier foods, eating normal proportions.

    Tracking what you eat is key...it will shock you to find out how many calories you're taking in without burning any off. Scary really....but motivating. I love seeing the percentages of nutrients, as it helps me work harder to stay under the recommended limits, which in turn is better for my health. Wish I'd found this site years ago.

    Congrats on your first step; welcome to MFP and best of luck on your journey!!
  • climbingup
    climbingup Posts: 20 Member
    Thanks for all the great advice and words of encouragement. Its good to hear from people who have already traveled this road.
  • gcibsthom
    gcibsthom Posts: 30,145 Member
    Yeah you do got it! There's gonna be good days and bad days, just keep with it for the long haul. We can all do this if we help each other out......
  • ebarker1265
    ebarker1265 Posts: 3 Member
    I am with you. Stay encouraged and take it one day at a time.
  • marykay1999
    marykay1999 Posts: 10 Member
    Congratulations on taking the first step to change. It is not at all easy. Even a year in for me is still hard at times. We all can do this. I will be sending you a friend request.
  • michellerodrick
    michellerodrick Posts: 3 Member
    WELCOME!!!! Way to go!! The first step is the hardest to take, you've got this! Personally I've been slacking a bit but I've lost 45 lbs. total and still have 100+ to go.... feel free to add me if you like, I'm better with motivating others than motivating myself.
  • Flab2Fab32
    Flab2Fab32 Posts: 23 Member
    You can do it!! MFP is one of the greatest places to find support. I have just started back after falling off track over the holidays. I have 100+ to lose and could use some support myself! Please feel free to add me.
  • steve0481
    steve0481 Posts: 3 Member
    Congrats on getting started. That's the hardest part.
  • joey4014
    joey4014 Posts: 159 Member
    Got your back man! There are those that have lost more so you're good. Just log your food and chat with someone on my mfp everyday.
  • tosi1312
    tosi1312 Posts: 78 Member
    Greetings my friend. I wish you the best of luck. Feel free to add me.
  • cleverlycutemuffin
    cleverlycutemuffin Posts: 3 Member
    You can do this! I'm looking to drop over 200 pounds, and I've lost 19 so far. My "focus" is just on being healthier, But I know in order to do that, my body can't handle as much weight as I'm carrying right now. Baby steps...one at a time.
  • joey4014
    joey4014 Posts: 159 Member
    buttersbunch wrote: »
    I lost 275 pounds (410 to 135) using Weight Watchers... and went on to completely transform in other areas of my life (leaving a Mennonite group)- just sharing to let you know hard things CAN be done, I am living proof!

    Wow! You should really be proud of yourself! Bravo.
  • jodidari
    jodidari Posts: 95 Member
    You can do this!
  • edack72
    edack72 Posts: 173 Member
    starting here is definitely a step in the right direction but may not be enough. I would seek professional help with nutrition and exercise to make sure you are doing things right . I would recommend weight watchers it's a program that works and it's pretty easy to follow. I am excited to see your progress !!!! Good Luck and please keep us posted :)
  • Silver_Star
    Silver_Star Posts: 1,351 Member
    you can DO EEEET!!!! i love this site!! was a regular here a while back but ive come back to Narnia now!!
  • FrancineJM61
    FrancineJM61 Posts: 99 Member
    You took the first step to weight loss. I have 80 pounds to lose I make small goals I find it easier to work with small amounts. It can be frustrating looking at large numbers. You have a great reason to lose weight to be honest with you 1 of my reasons is also to watch my grandson and hopefully future grandchildren grow up. I have health issues
    that needs attention. If you want to chat you can add me to your list. Have a good day.
  • Will_Run_for_Food
    Will_Run_for_Food Posts: 561 Member
    You're on the right track!
  • buttersbunch
    buttersbunch Posts: 180 Member
    How's it going? I thought I'd share a couple 'sample' meals I normally eat:

    Breakfast today: Southwest Egg Beaters omelet with baby spinach, a sliced grilled cinnamon-maple pear, and 2 slices of 647 bread toasted with sugar free seedless blackberry jam- and COFFEE! Total calories: 200 for all of this! ☺️



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