MY 100 POUND JOURNEY

7freshflowers
7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
edited January 1 in Challenges
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JOIN ME TO LOSE 100 OR MORE IN 2024.

This challenge is for those who need to lose 100+

My name is Lisa. I weigh more than 300 LBS. My goal weight is 200 LBS. At 5' 5" tall, I'll still be heavy, but I'm fine with that. I have no desire to be thin. I'm healthier with some meat on my bones (and fat smoothes out the wrinkles).

How about you? Are you up for the challenge? If so, tell us about yourself. What are your goals? State your name, starting weight, and describe your personal weight loss method.

Post your monthly weight loss progress. Share weight loss tips, recipes, etc. and get encouraged.

I'm fired up. Let's do this! 🔥

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  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    edited January 2
    ssflbelle2012 wrote: »
    Hi Lisa. I am Amanda from Florida. I have a goal of getting rid of 100 more pounds by Christmas of this year. I will provide more info later.
    Hello Amanda. Welcome to MY 100 POUND JOURNEY. Thank you for joining us.

  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    edited January 2
    gesundundmunter wrote: »
    Hi 7freshflowers/Lisa, Thanks for continuing this group into 2024. My name is Monika. CW 236.4 lbs
    Hello Monika. Welcome back. Happy you’re still here on the journey with us. This will be a good year.


  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    giddyupgirl44 wrote: »
    Hi All. My name is Milissa and I'm from Massachusetts 61. Current weight 297.
    5'5 but feels like I'm shrinking daily :) I committed to drinking more water.
    Hello Milissa. Welcome to MY 100 POUND JOURNEY. I’m also shrinking (in length, not width), and committed to drinking more water. 💧 I’m certain it will make weight loss easier/faster, but drinking more water is much easier said than done. ☕️

  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    bbrandi82 wrote: »
    Hi Everyone, I'm Brandi from Oregon. I'm 41 and ready to focus on my physical health. I would love to join this group. Current Weight 260. Height 5'6. I have a commitment of exercising 3 times a week for 30 minutes.
    Hello Brandi. Welcome to MY 100 POUND JOURNEY. You’re starting the journey out strong, with exercise. Good plan. 👏
  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    mjstewies wrote: »
    Would love to join the group. SW 256. I'm 5'5" and will be 66 this month. Goals are 1200 cal/day, and 3/times in the pool each week.
    Welcome to MY 100 POUND JOURNEY. What is your name? Sounds like you’re off to a good start. ⭐️

  • mjstewies
    mjstewies Posts: 51 Member
    7freshflowers wrote: »
    mjstewies wrote: »
    Would love to join the group. SW 256. I'm 5'5" and will be 66 this month. Goals are 1200 cal/day, and 3/times in the pool each week.
    Welcome to MY 100 POUND JOURNEY. What is your name? Sounds like you’re off to a good start. ⭐️

    My name is Missy. :smile:
  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    edited January 4
    deejoan wrote: »
    Welcome to all the new members. I am Dee from Wisconsin. My heaviest was 310, I now weigh 230. I am 66 years old. I has taken me almost 25 years to lose. It is now another new beginning in January 2024.
    Hello Dee. Happy to have you back. Thanks for sticking around. I don't care how long it took. 230 from 310 is impressive. If (I mean when) you lose another 80, you'll be the queen of the world. 👑

    If (I mean when) I lose 100 lbs (this year), I'll notify my local news media to do a story on me. I want everyone to know. 😎


  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    edited January 4
    mjstewies wrote: »
    SW 256. I'm 5'5" and will be 66 this month. Goals are 1200 cal/day logged and 3/times in the pool each week. A little walking wouldn't hurt but it's winter here, and I hate winter.
    Hello Missy. I don’t like the cold either. It makes my bones ache. I love the summertime and don’t mind the heat. 👒 🩱 🕶️

    I’m doing 1500 calories a day now. 😀 🥕 🥑

  • jumpermuffin
    jumpermuffin Posts: 27 Member
    Joining again! I lost 25 lbs in total last year and although I'd be thrilled with a 100 lb weight loss, I'll consider it a success to lose 60 lbs by Dec 31.

    Stats: F/40/5'6"
    SW 275 (Jan 2023)
    CW 249
    2024 GW 190
    Ultimate GW 145

    I mostly focus on fitness and not food. I normally walk at a fast pace around my neighborhood for 60-90 minutes a day, 7 days a week. However, winter has finally settled in and it likely wont be above freezing until April, so I'm trying to make the switch to treadmill (ughhhh) and weights (yay!) for the winter.
  • deejoan
    deejoan Posts: 52 Member
    7freshflowers wrote: »
    deejoan wrote: »
    Welcome to all the new members. I am Dee from Wisconsin. My heaviest was 310, I now weigh 230. I am 66 years old. I has taken me almost 25 years to lose. It is now another new beginning in January 2024.
    Hello Dee. Happy to have you back. Thanks for sticking around. I don't care how long it took. 230 from 310 is impressive. If (I mean when) you lose another 80, you'll be the queen of the world. 👑

    If (I mean when) I lose 100 lbs (this year), I'll notify my local news media to do a story on me. I want everyone to know. 😎


    Ha, love it, you better call the news media!
  • bbrandi82
    bbrandi82 Posts: 12 Member
    Tonight is date night. Any tips on how to choose healthier options at a Chinese restaurant? I would like to keep it lower carb and high protein, but there's so much sauce on food items.
    I have kept to my commitment of 30 minutes of exercise 3 days this week and it feels great to keep promises to myself. I know this will be lifelong because I'm willing to be honest with myself.
  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    bbrandi82 wrote: »
    Tonight is date night. Any tips on how to choose healthier options at a Chinese restaurant? I would like to keep it lower carb and high protein, but there's so much sauce on food items.
    Hi Brandi. Egg foo young and broccoli beef are good choices. Ask for your gravy/sauce on the side, in a separate container so you can control the amount. 🥡 🥢 🫖

    Chop suey
    Kung pao shrimp
    Steamed tofu with mixed veggies
    Egg drop soup
    Mongolian beef
    Moo shu pork
    Steamed or boiled seafood
    Lettuce cups
    Stir-fried mushrooms
    Peking duck

  • bbrandi82
    bbrandi82 Posts: 12 Member
    Thank you! @7freshflowers
  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    jumpermuffin wrote: »
    Joining again! I lost 25 lbs in total last year and although I'd be thrilled with a 100 lb weight loss, I'll consider it a success to lose 60 lbs by Dec 31. Stats: F/40/5'6" SW 275 (Jan 2023) CW 249
    Hello Kalin, well, hello kalin, it's so nice to have you back where you belong 🎶 🎶 🎶.

    Yes. I agree. A 60 pound loss would be a great success. It would put you at 189. That's 21 pounds below my goal weight of 200. Who knows? You may decide to stay there.

  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    lessfluff wrote: »
    Hi ladies hoping to join if that's ok. I am down 59lbs as of this morning. I should lose another 100lbs but I would be happy with 50lbs. SW 311. CW 252. Trying to drink 120oz of water per day.

    Welcome to MY 100 POUND JOURNEY. What is your name?

    A 50 pound weight loss would put you at my goal weight of 200. It's still heavy, I know. But I'm okay with that. I function well at 200. Very happy at a size 16.

    I'm also struggling with drinking more water. I don't think I've ever drank 120 oz of water in one day. I'm sure I should. Maybe I'll join you in that endeavor.

  • pnehra731
    pnehra731 Posts: 10 Member
    Hi, I’m Phyllis. I’m looking to lose weight and fit into smaller clothes. I’ve cut out liquor and sugar this month and have committed to exercising at least an hour a day. So far, so good!
  • 7freshflowers
    7freshflowers Posts: 188 Member
    pnehra731 wrote: »
    Hi, I’m Phyllis. I’m looking to lose weight and fit into smaller clothes. I’ve cut out liquor and sugar this month and have committed to exercising at least an hour a day. So far, so good!
    Hello Phyllis. Welcome to MY 100 POUND JOURNEY. Congratulations on your Sugar Detox. 👏

  • Susanna527
    Susanna527 Posts: 1,546 Member
    edited January 6
    Hello everyone! :)

    I'm fired up, too! I'm Susanna, 61, and I live in New Haven, Connecticut. For years, I was a little overweight (140 lbs at 5'3"), but then I quit smoking in April 2017 and traded a cigarette/nicotine addiction (2 packs/day for 43 years) for a food addiction. I always had issues around food - I tend to have problems with binge eating & emotional eating. Fast forward to covid, and experiencing unimaginable loss & trauma (I lost my only child, my companion, and my bff all within 2 years), and I've ballooned up to 218 lbs - the heaviest I've ever been. It is my goal to lose 88 lbs (I thought this is close enough to the 100 lbs to qualify joining this group) to reach my goal weight of 130. I initially joined MFP years ago to track my nutrition, being a gluten-free vegan, but realize I need the support of a community and accountability if I am going to do this. So grateful to be here.

    I have not lost any weight - in fact, I've gained 4 lbs. since October, but it is my goal to eat more protein and vegetables, and more nutrient-dense foods, not eat anything after 7pm, cut calories and start exercising again.

    I'm really looking forward to being a part of this group

    Starting Weight - 218 lbs.
    Goal Weight - 130 lbs.

    (❁ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈) ༉‧ ♡*.✧
    - Susanna
  • Susanna527
    Susanna527 Posts: 1,546 Member
    mjstewies wrote: »
    Would love to join the group. My weight loss has been slow but steady for awhile now but I want to amp it up this year. Only lost 11 pounds last year so I want to do better. I've been heavy most of my life and on Type II diabetes meds for about 5 years. Sure would be nice to get rid of those. My biggest hurdles are staying motivated and not prioritizing food. I just love to cook, eat and feed people.
    SW 256
    CW 214
    GW 145
    I'm 5'5" and will be 66 this month. Goals are 1200 cal/day logged and 3/times in the pool each week. A little walking wouldn't hurt but it's winter here, and I hate winter.

    I've lived in New England for the past 20 years, and you think I'd be used to it by now, but I'm not a fan of winter, either!!! :( I also love to cook, eat, and feed people - and do struggle with motivation and perseverance - making efforts to change that mindset this year!
  • Susanna527
    Susanna527 Posts: 1,546 Member
    bbrandi82 wrote: »
    Tonight is date night. Any tips on how to choose healthier options at a Chinese restaurant? I would like to keep it lower carb and high protein, but there's so much sauce on food items.
    I have kept to my commitment of 30 minutes of exercise 3 days this week and it feels great to keep promises to myself. I know this will be lifelong because I'm willing to be honest with myself.

    Date night sounds fun! How about starting your meal with a hot & sour soup or any type of soup - it contains veggies and shouldn't have a ton of calories (at least I don't think) and will fill you up a little so you may not eat as much for the meal. For the meal itself, how about tofu and broccoli or, if you don't like tofu, an eggplant/broccoli dish with brown rice?
  • 3rdtimelosesit
    3rdtimelosesit Posts: 291 Member
    Here we are starting 2024....it's a new beginning. A time to forget the past and look toward the future. It's a blank slate on which we get to write the chapters for our new story. What will your storyline read like?? For me it's going to be a #1 hit!! Welcome to all the new members of our group.

    2023 was my yo-yo year. But at the end I did manage to keep off 7% of the weight that I had dropped since May 2022. So not a complete failure but not as successful as I had planned. At the end of 2023 I had lost my motivation and partially tosssed in the towel. But as I stepped into 2024 I realized that things were not a gloomy as I was making it out to be in my own mind. Those self depreciating thoughts were a product of the onset of my winter depression. I have suffered from depression for over 30 years and take medication for it. But I've discovered that the amount of vitamin D I get from being outdoors does affect depression. And we all know we hibernate during the cold winter months as we age. So time to up my vitamin D doseage for a few months. I learn more each passing year as to what affects my eating and weight. I have no problem during the day but have terrible issues with late night eating. And once I start it can turn into an all out binge fest. So it's best to nip it in the bud before it gets started.

    So with all this new knowlege I am arming myself with new strategies. Up the vitamin D, go to bed earlier to eliminate the late night visits to the fridge, up the fluid intake and make a plan for getting body movement that is fun and not seen as a chore. What that is exactly is yet to be determined but for the month of January it's going to be walking around the corridor of my local hockey arena watching my team practise. I can cheer them from the upper deck. I feel if I change things up each month it won't seem so much like exercise. And of course as the months pass and the weather warms up getting outdoors will be welcomed. And my downtown core and mall shopping is with 1/2 hr walking.

    When I started my journey May 2022 I was looking at what seemed like an insurmountable amount of weight to drop. I was at my highest weight ever.....333 lbs. I got below 299 a couple of times but it happened right around Christmas. Sugar is a binge trigger for me and denying those buttertarts and pecan bars just didn't happen. Once I started it seemed so hard to stop. So I didn't.....till my daughter came to dinner and I sent all those goodies home with her...lol

    I have suffered from severe body pain these past 3 years with sciatic problems, periformis mucle pain, extremely painful tight hip flexors limiting my walking, severe knee pain from previous surgery, shoulder pain from 2 rotators surgeries and slipped vertebrae. With the help of a great chiropractor I have overcome all of these issues along with the usual body pain caused by natural aging. 2024 will be the year to take back my love of kayaking, biking and swimming.

    I now from experience that this will be a hard journey in the coming year but if I have a plan and do my best to follow it, I'm setting myself up for success. I started out having to drop 158 lbs which was an overwhelming to look at. I've broken that number into 10lb. increments so it doesn't look so daunting. Now this number is down to 135 lbs....still huge but not as daunting as when I started. I hope to drop 60 lbs this year.....if I achieve more than that I'll consider it a bonus. And then I'm looking at 2025 another 60 lbs. That leaves 15 lbs for 2026. At the end of that drop I will have dropped 52% of my total body weight. I'm not sure how I'll handle that in the end as I currently find thinking about losing 1/2 my body size as unachievable. So it's best not to think of the end game but in the separate parts of the journey. If we look at the smaller picture we won't get so scared and overwhelmed. So here's to the next 10 lb. drop. (I try not to say lost as something lost is something we try to find. I have found it way too often. Change of mind set here).

    Happy losing to everyone in the coming year!

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