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New to MFP - A Lot to loose but everything to gain

kyliejraven
kyliejraven Posts: 1 Member
edited November 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hi I'm a 40+ mother of two I have fought with my weight my whole life. Now I'm over 40 the health risks are starting to be a concern and I want to control them before they control me.
Snacking is my devil but am hoping that if I'm accountable to writing down what I consume the will power not to exercise my elbow again will become better and ill start having more success. I don't want to be fat anymore not for me my kids or my partner. I don't want to huff and puff when tying my shoe laces and I don't want to buy bigger clothes . I have everything to gain in this quest and I am ready to start this journey but I'd love encouragement from others journeys too.

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  • 75poundgoal
    75poundgoal Posts: 28 Member
    Good luck, you can definitely do this. Take it one day at a time and log your calories. It's taken me 40 years to feel like I have a moderate level of control over my bad habits. Im not perfect but have learned to not beat myself up too much either. Feel free to add me as a friend.
  • SteelLadybird
    SteelLadybird Posts: 39 Member
    Fr sent. You've made the first step in the right direction. Good luck with your journey, here you will find many that will travel with you
  • Ohiomom91
    Ohiomom91 Posts: 34 Member
    Congratulations on that difficult first step! Take it one day at a time and remember to celebrate every victory, even the ones that seem small
  • KrystalErin0429
    KrystalErin0429 Posts: 45 Member
    I'm in the same boat! Let's do this together!
  • lalaleelou
    lalaleelou Posts: 35 Member
    I'm also in my 40s with a lot to lose. Happy to add you.
  • Theresad2707
    Theresad2707 Posts: 31 Member
    Also in my 40s, 2 kids, 23 and 14 so no more excuses it's my time
  • amailitarose
    amailitarose Posts: 11 Member
    Welcome, I have used this app on and off for years. I'm finding the I gained more weight during this winter. I'm the largest I ever been and something must change. Want to be my friend and help each other motivate.
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