Goal of 150lbs

caitky1013
caitky1013 Posts: 31 Member
edited November 18 in Getting Started
Hi everyone! I've only been here a few days, and this is my first time checking out the message boards.
I am 40 years old, 5'5 and currently 318 lbs. When I started trying to lose weight a couple months ago, my weight was at an all time high...334. I decided to join because this time I actually want to make the changes I know I need to make and I know that it will take help to do that.
I am looking forward to meeting new people here and sharing this journey.

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  • jacobsl221
    jacobsl221 Posts: 75 Member
    Hi, welcome to MFP. I've found the people very supportive and the food database wonderful. It was hard for me in the beginning because I wanted to lose faster, but I have come to realize that this is a lifestyle change and must be done properly or I will gain all the weight back, like I have done EVERY OTHER TIME. This time I've changed the way I think about food. Good luck!
  • BrutalMeHonest
    BrutalMeHonest Posts: 42 Member
    Hey there! I'm looking to loose around 200. I've sent a friend request in case you're looking for some active friends on here :)
  • Sunna_W
    Sunna_W Posts: 744 Member
    I really like the daily check ins and the folks that I have met here. Good luck on your journey. Juet keep putting one foot in front of the other.
  • caitky1013
    caitky1013 Posts: 31 Member
    Thank you for the kind words and well wishes. I am really looking forward to this. :):)
  • SisterSueGetsFit
    SisterSueGetsFit Posts: 1,211 Member
    Welcome!!! This place is amazing and it appears you are doing an amazing job. Feel free to add me as a friend if you're looking to have more. Wishing you continued success.
  • llh794
    llh794 Posts: 10 Member
    Hello! I'm new here as well. I'm also in the "40s with 150 pounds to lose" camp. I've decided that I'm done being so unhealthy. I've been using MFP to track my meals for a while and it has really made me aware of my choices. Would love to add friends to help support and encourage each other.
  • dangerousmezzo
    dangerousmezzo Posts: 30 Member
    Hello! Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. Tracking with MFP is a great tool for mindfulness around eating :) I used it a few years ago successfully, then gained the weight back. I started again at the end of January this year at 322 in a medical weight loss program in Halifax. I've lost almost 60 pounds so far, and know that MFP will be a key tool when transitioning to maintenance. I would love more friends here, too!
  • askmeagain311
    askmeagain311 Posts: 139 Member
    I am 43, with 135 to lose. I am hopeful that this time I can stick with a plan. I detest counting calories, but I believe it to be the way to go.
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