Who else has a lot to lose?
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wornoutmamabear
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I’d love to start an accountability thread for those of us who have a lot of weight to lose. I won’t assign a number to what that means—just jump in if you feel like this is you, and you’d like some support! I plan to update this thread regularly with how things are going for me, and I’d love to cheer others on as well.
Personally, I’m starting small with the hope that it will help this be a sustainable change for me. I’m currently just tracking calories with the goal of losing about 1 pound a week, and I’m trying to increase my general fiber and protein intake. I’ll gradually add in other efforts as I get the hang of this.
My General Stats
Age: 31
Height: 5 ft. 8 in.
Starting date: June 8, 2021
Starting weight: 268.6 lbs.
Current weight: 265.4 (3.2 lbs. down)
Goal weight: 160
Starting BMI: 40.8 - Class 3 Obesity
Current BMI: 40.3
Goal BMI: < 25
Current daily calorie limit: 1970 calories
Current dietary and exercise goals: maintain a calorie deficit, increase overall fiber and protein intake
Feel free to share your stats below!
Personally, I’m starting small with the hope that it will help this be a sustainable change for me. I’m currently just tracking calories with the goal of losing about 1 pound a week, and I’m trying to increase my general fiber and protein intake. I’ll gradually add in other efforts as I get the hang of this.
My General Stats
Age: 31
Height: 5 ft. 8 in.
Starting date: June 8, 2021
Starting weight: 268.6 lbs.
Current weight: 265.4 (3.2 lbs. down)
Goal weight: 160
Starting BMI: 40.8 - Class 3 Obesity
Current BMI: 40.3
Goal BMI: < 25
Current daily calorie limit: 1970 calories
Current dietary and exercise goals: maintain a calorie deficit, increase overall fiber and protein intake
Feel free to share your stats below!
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I’m not really into the whole sharing stats thing. But I am down 30lbs with another 63 to go.11
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MargaretYakoda wrote: »I’m not really into the whole sharing stats thing. But I am down 30lbs with another 63 to go.
That’s great progress, wow!
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Hi! I also have a lot to lose. I am 42, 5’5”, and started May 31st at 341.8 lbs. WOW. Heaviest I’ve been in my life. It was an eye opener to get me back to MFP. I’m determined this time (although I have been before, so we’ll see). I weigh on Fridays, and yesterday’s weigh in was 333.4. Progress, slowly but surely.18
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Age: 34
Height: 5 ft. 9 in.
Starting date: January 28, 2021
Starting weight: 293 lbs.
Current weight: 237.4 (55.6 lbs. down)
Goal weight: 168 (higher side of "normal" BMI)
Welcome.. sounds like you have a solid plan. I woke up one day inspired and I haven't looked back. Goal is to lose 125 pounds and I'm creeping closer to the half way point every day.
I mostly walk for exercise and have recently adjusted my target to 1.5 lbs/week as I seem to lose more than MFP projects even though I do diligently eat back my exercise calories.
At my 16 week mark I did my first controlled diet break eating at maintenance with good success and intend to do it after the next 16 weeks of dieting.
Good luck with your journey!15 -
@ashleycarole86 I’m considering doing the same during vacation. Almost nervous that I’ll get caught up in the sugar cravings again but think it’s a better approach than just winging it.2
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Hey, I have quite a bit to loose too. I was doing pretty good since Feb at appox. 1.82 lbs a week, but these last 6 weeks the scale has not budged. I plan all my meals and watch my macros. I have been increasing my protein. I walk everyday 30 min. and have on avg. logged 8-10K steps daily. I don't know if I should adjust my total daily calorie intake down. I just want to see the progress happening again so perhaps by next spring I will be at my goal weight.3
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Hi! I’m so glad I found this group! I have around 150 pounds to lose, so I need all the accountability partners I can get. 🙂
Age: 42
Height: 5’5” (with shoes on…lol)
Starting date: 6/17/21
Starting weight: 308.4
Current weight: 308.4
Goal weight: 155
I used to be addicted to aerobics, but it’s been a long time since I’ve done that so I’m starting slow. My goal is to do some kind of aerobic exercise every day, for just 15 minutes, and work my way up from there. I’ve also been trying to do more things here and there for extra movement, like sweeping the leaves off my sidewalk every other day, and walking around my apartment complex, picking up any trash I see. I didn’t put this weight on overnight, so I know it won’t come off that fast either.
My husband and I are also planning to move back to the area where we met in the not-too-distant future, and it’s a much safer place for walking and biking. We also have lots of friends there, so I’ll finally have a social life again! Lol9 -
I. Am. Here. For. This! I've been in & out of mfp for years, but at 278lbs, it's time to get down & dirty to get rid of excess weight & anything else holding me back from the kind of life I want to live. I can stand to lose half of me *mother of God* and I'd love buddies who are just as serious as I am. Feel free to add. The grind starts tomorrow 💪11
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Welcome, everyone! How are you all doing?
I’m officially 5 pounds down! I’ve continued to stay under my calorie limit every day, although I’m still not always hitting my fiber and protein goals. But hey, it’s about improvement, not perfection. I think I’ll start trying to get more steps in gradually starting tomorrow.8 -
I’m new to this. I’ve been battling my weight for years now. I’m 5’0 280 lbs I believe, I haven’t weighed myself in over a month. This is the heaviest I’ve ever been and I also hate saying that out loud. I’ve always tried to lose weight for other people before and I always end up gaining more but this time I’m doing it for myself! I also don’t know how to use this app very well to stay connected but I’m very happy to find this group!10
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@wornoutmamabear way to go! Things are going well here. I am averaging over 2 pounds week on average for now but expect this will slow down shortly. I just got a bicycle and went out this evening for a very short ride.. my quads sure felt it.
@justcandi12 welcome and glad to hear you've made the choice to do it for yourself! This app has been a total lifesaver for me.7 -
Thank you, @ashleycarole86! I look forward to it. 🙌🏻💪🏻3
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@wornoutmamabear Yes! You rock 💪
@justcandi12 Welcome aboard! 🚂
So yesterday I signed up for a hospital gym that's open to the public. Today I had the best experience designing a plan for me & running through it. They were so nice, thorough & supportive! Tomorrow I run through the routine fully with staff assistance & I'm actually really looking forward to it! (who is this person?! 😅)7 -
At the start of the year, I decided I would make the effort to lose 90 lbs and get back into the shape I was in 6 years ago when I met my boyfriend.
65 more to go. 🥵
More importantly, I decided to make lifestyle choices that I hope to carry forward to become a healthy, better me - including cutting back and eventually eliminating alcohol. I quit smoking in 2019 so I’m confident that I can do this… one day at a time! 💪10 -
@ashleycarole86 - That’s awesome! I wish I had somewhere to go biking. I lost so much weight about 10 years ago when I was biking back and forth to work. 🙂
@kellibee2000 - I’m glad you’re enjoying yourself! That will make it so much easier to stick to.
@justcandi12 - Welcome! You’re going to do great!!3 -
@lketty - Congratulations on being able to quit smoking! 🙂👏🏼 Friends of mine have said that’s the hardest habit to give up, so hopefully eliminating alcohol will come even easier.3
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@LindsayMaria78
Thanks! To be honest, it was a walk in the park compared to adjusting my eating habits, for me. I enjoy eating so much. Why are unhealthy things so delicious? 🥺
Anyway, thank you for the support
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Hi there! My name is Heather. I’m 42, single, and live in Alberta, Canada. I started losing weight about a year ago, starting at 440 lbs. I’m 5’9”. I lost almost 80 pounds in 6 months, but I started plateauing in November 2020, and now the scale is creeping up!!!!! I’ve gained 20 pounds since early winter, and I’m now at 380. Le sigh. I have to be careful weighing myself, I have a slight eating disorder, and weighing myself regularly can result in things like not eating at all.
Anyways, I’m really struggling. The scale creeping up scares me, but I’m trying not to put too much pressure on myself as its counter productive for me. Accountability is helpful, and for me, not related to the scale. Accountability for things like water goals, activity goals, healthy snacks etc.
If it’s cool to be part of this group even though I only weigh in around once a month, I’d love to increase my MFP friend/support network!10 -
@heatherbluebell I’ve been on here one day and already like the support from these ladies! You are not alone!6
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I love seeing everyone’s updates! Also, anyone can feel free to add me if you’d like!
Is anyone else trying to increase their steps throughout the day? Apparently I’m more sedentary than I realized, and I really want to find ways to work in more walking here and there.
@heatherbluebell I can relate! I’ve struggled with disordered eating. I’m hopeful that I won’t fall into old habits because I’m managing my mental health much better now, but EDs are insidious. We’re here for whatever support you need!5
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