Hi I'm Brandee. I started at 216 and down to 177. My goal is 160lbs then reevaluate. I am mom, work full time and have lost all this weight since February 1. Looking to be in my best shape before I turn 30 in September. Have slowed down the last 2-3weeks and need some motivation to get going again.

Hi everyone, I'm Bryony, 26 in the UK. Always struggled with weight but have gained nearly 50lb in the last year, and decided enough is enough! I want to start trying for a baby next year, but want to start as healthy and fit as I can. Hoping this will be the motivation to keep me on track. I love food and don't want to deny myself so am finding weighing and portion control really good!

SW: 224
CW: 223
GW: 154

Feel free to add me, my diary is open as well

Hi, I'm Becky. I'm 39, a single mom, and I am currently at my heaviest weight. I gained a lot while pregnant with my son and never lost it, then my health declined and with medications, pain, surgeries, and not being able to work or be as active, I gained around 40-50 lbs. Turning 40 soon and wanting to feel better has inspired me to make some changes to my lifestyle. I had brain surgery 6 months ago so I can only do light to moderate exercises. I'm a very picky eater who is also a soda addict, so this will be a challenge!

Starting weight: 240
Current weight: 236
Goal weight: 150

Hi I'm Holly I'm an Artist&Crafter I am 53 I live in Minneapolis MN I am at least 70 lbs over weight. I started gaining weight about 7 years ago. As a young adult I was always under weight according to my Doctor. At age 22 I weighed 97 lbs. When I gave birth to my first child I got up to 207. I quickly lost it. Now it seems like for the last 7 yrs I have been gaining. Being menopausal does not help. I got so busy with kids, work, etc.. I was not taking care of my self . I have High cholesterol & High BP taking meds for these now. It's time for me to take care of ME..
SW: 227
CW: 227
GW: 157

Hello Ladies! I'm Miko, age 41. I've been married 22 years to my best friend and we have 4 children which we homeschool, the youngest being seventeen. With our children growing up and becoming adults, it is a great time for me to take control of my health and fitness! I began walking after spraining my ankle back in 2012, which transitioned to jogging after I saw how out of shape I was on a family backpacking trip in 2014. My starting weight was 195. I began dabbling with my diet in 2015 after being diagnosed with exercised induced asthma and my current weight is 165. I hope to lose 30-40 more pounds which would put me at around 130 as my goal weight. Looking forward to participating in the group!

Hello everyone!

My name is Áine, I'm 27 from Ireland. I used to be a very fit person, but a severe injury to by shoulder and back meant I couldn't exercise which was my social outlet at the time. Long story short, I got very sad and used food as a comfort and when I saw the weight gain I just started a big negative cycle of thinking.

Now I've taken a good look at my own mental health and with support I've learned that I can't hate myself healthy. And I also can't aim to be what I was, I have to aim to what I can be. So here I am! And I think it's awesome how many people are looking to support each other!

SW: 224
CW: 203
GW: 150 (in and around, I'm trying not to get bogged down in numbers)

mountaindesigns wrote: »

Question from a non-technical person: We are all "replying" to Lissy's initial post. My question is: Is there any way to reply to the replies? Thx

As far as I know there is no way to reply directly, but you can hit the quote button to make it clear who you are talking to in your next post, like this!

Hi all. I'm a 39 year old mum of 2 boys (age 4 years and 18 months). I'm determined to be in the best shape of my adult life when I turn 40 in February


SW:266lbs April 7th
CW: 246lbs
GW:154lbs

Hey everyone! I'm Deanna from Kansas. I have struggled with my weight since I was pregnant the first time 13 years ago. Then my second baby out me at 220 my highest ever. Well in January I had a scare of heart issues and while my dad does at 42 years old I am 34 I freaked out. I was then at 237 aaaagggghhh.
CW 221
GW 170
ULTIMATE GOAL WEIGHT 154 But I don't cry if I don't get there as it's pre-pregnancy weight.
Good luck to us all!

I am Rosemarie from Ohio. I am 61. Happily Married for 32 years. I experience God's unconditional love through my hubby. I am dealing with a number of health issues some of them more on the serious side. I make it through or adjust to one health issue that arises and then just as I'm adjusting to it another one comes along. I like the booty in the ocean.

sw: 370
cw: 326
gw: 150

Hi. I'm Shay. I live in Nevada. I'm currently engaged, not sure when the wedding date is because life just keeps throwing us curve balls. I just started a new job as a distribution associate. I'm on my feet ten hours a day. Its great because I'm on the move and sweating but this extra weight is causing havoc on my feet and knees. I'm trying be lose weight because that is something I can control in my life and I'm afraid I'm on the verge of a lot of serious health problems if I keep going this way.

SW: 260
CW: 253.6
GW: 170

Hi, my name is Alyson (or Aly) and I'm 37 years old from Washington DC. I've always struggled with my weight, but not in any significant sense. I would mostly just fluctuate from about 115 pounds to 135 (I'm 5'2").

I got out of a 10-year, semi-abusive, same-sex relationship about two years ago. In those two years, I've gained a quite a lot of weight and I'm currently 170 pounds. I lost a lot of close friends in the "divorce," and have escaped with food and alcohol. (I would say 80% of my weight gain was in beer alone!) I've decided to majorly cut back on the drinking and snacking, and get back into good health. My self-esteem has been so low, I hate catching myself in the mirror, and I have like the same five outfits I wear over and over (gosh this is getting really personal!).

At any rate, I just want to feel good about myself again. It would be great to have the confidence to go out and enjoy life, to make new friends, and to do all the things I've been on the "outside looking in" on for so long now. I keep starting and failing, and am waiting for the things to just click with a good bit of momentum. I am glad to have found this group, and I look forward to sharing this journey with all of you. Feel free to add me if you'd like. Cheers!

Hi! My name is Sandra and I'm 50. I have 2 grown kids with families of their own and am enjoying my 4 grands. Loss of two family members last year and the added weight of a father with dementia has taken a toll on me. I am at my heaviest weight. I am thankful that I found this group.

SW: 197.5
CW: 197.5
GW: 125