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Newbie with a BIG goal. :)

Stampinda
Stampinda Posts: 51
edited October 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hi everybody! I'm Dena....I'm 47 years old. I just signed up with MFP on Monday and so far, I love it!! I've done WW in the past and loved the online part of it, but can't afford that right now so this is perfect. :) So....my big goal. My (athletic) daughter has always wanted to do a triathalon and she's convinced me to get off the couch and train with her. We have seven months to get ready...we're on Day 3 and so far I'm feeling pretty good. :P This is a BIG deal for me as I'm about 85 pounds overweight. I could definately use encouragement along the way cuz I know there's going to be REALLY hard days.....and I would love to send encouragement your way as well....even if you're not training for a trithalon!! :):):)

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  • alienblonde1
    alienblonde1 Posts: 749 Member
    Wow going to try a tri! Good for you! You can add me if you like
  • emmabeckemeyer1
    emmabeckemeyer1 Posts: 298 Member
    I am training for a triathlon and so far I have lost 50lb (before MFP). My triathlon is September 18th! Good luck and if you want it bad enough you can do anything!
  • sherismb
    sherismb Posts: 120 Member
    Welcome!!! You can add me if you like to.
  • mpcass
    mpcass Posts: 86
    Add me! Add me! Would love to follow your progress and encourage you along the way.
  • mrspenton2009
    mrspenton2009 Posts: 84 Member
    Hi everybody! I'm Dena....I'm 47 years old. I just signed up with MFP on Monday and so far, I love it!! I've done WW in the past and loved the online part of it, but can't afford that right now so this is perfect. :) So....my big goal. My (athletic) daughter has always wanted to do a triathalon and she's convinced me to get off the couch and train with her. We have seven months to get ready...we're on Day 3 and so far I'm feeling pretty good. :P This is a BIG deal for me as I'm about 85 pounds overweight. I could definately use encouragement along the way cuz I know there's going to be REALLY hard days.....and I would love to send encouragement your way as well....even if you're not training for a trithalon!! :):):)

    YOU CAN DO IT!!!!
  • subzerolv
    subzerolv Posts: 29 Member
    That's awesome!

    I'm sure you can do it. Just keep going and keep reassuring yourself that you can do it!

    We're all pulling for you!
  • javaruck
    javaruck Posts: 47 Member
    That is an awesome goal and it will be great motivation for you. I lost 65 pounds prior to 2007 and I celebrated by doing the Nautica Malibu Triathlon with my youngest son. We had a blast. Since then, I've been a regular participant in tri's, half marathons and marathons. Always having a race on the horizon is a great way to keep your motivation to watch your diet and workout (at least for me as I'm to cheap to waste my entry fees:smile: ) Good luck and feel free to add me if you want support or have any questions.
  • Emily4H
    Emily4H Posts: 170
    wow - good for you!!!! good luck with your journey - you can totally do this!!!
  • Diary_Queen
    Diary_Queen Posts: 1,314 Member
    Big goals are great! Might as well get it all done and be an overachiever. You can do it! Feel free to add me as well :)
  • ivallena
    ivallena Posts: 5
    What a wonderful goal. Its wonderful you have someone close to home to encourage you. Good luck on your journey and I hope you continue to enjoy this website. Add me if you would like :)
  • ITsTimeSang1010
    ITsTimeSang1010 Posts: 1
    Good luck!! dont be too hard on your self at first. make sure you take it slow and dont stop training .....its hard to get back in the saddle :)
  • Kelly_Wilson1990
    Kelly_Wilson1990 Posts: 3,245 Member
    Welcome Dena!!!
  • hannahcf
    hannahcf Posts: 64 Member
    Wow - great goal. I've sent you a friend request - I could use the inspiration!!
  • caroltina
    caroltina Posts: 453 Member
    Hey lovely good for u a big but achievable goal! You can do it! Gonna add u to see how u get on, I train hard so I'll feel it with ya!
  • kelly_milner
    kelly_milner Posts: 6
    Nice goal! At my work they were advertising a 3k and that made me want to do something as well. So hopefully I can whip into shape and do a 3k one day.
  • jab10679
    jab10679 Posts: 5
    Hi everybody! I'm Dena....I'm 47 years old. I just signed up with MFP on Monday and so far, I love it!! I've done WW in the past and loved the online part of it, but can't afford that right now so this is perfect. :) So....my big goal. My (athletic) daughter has always wanted to do a triathalon and she's convinced me to get off the couch and train with her. We have seven months to get ready...we're on Day 3 and so far I'm feeling pretty good. :P This is a BIG deal for me as I'm about 85 pounds overweight. I could definately use encouragement along the way cuz I know there's going to be REALLY hard days.....and I would love to send encouragement your way as well....even if you're not training for a trithalon!! :):):)

    How exciting for you! I have started my training for my first triathlon as well AND have a little over 7 months to do it. I have a great triathlon training book that I am following. Good luck and congratulations on setting such a fantastic goal!
  • purplekimby
    purplekimby Posts: 1
    Congrats. I'm confident you can do it. Just remember 1/3 of the goal is just saying you will do it and getting started so your 1/3 the way there and I think its great your making this goal with your daughter that makes it a little more easy. Good luck and feel free to add me. I'm looking forward to hearing your time. :)
  • bjpetey0306
    bjpetey0306 Posts: 32
    Awesome goals! I also have about 80 lbs left to lose, so feel free to add me if you want. I'd love to hear about your journey!
  • bevskiwolf
    bevskiwolf Posts: 296 Member
    Welcome to MFP and I'm just here to plug some numbers and show you it can be done! Hugs!! xoxoox
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