Introductions!!!! Let's get started!!!!!!!!!
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Name: Renee
About Me: never really had to worry about weight until after having a child - that was 7 years ago so I have been struggling since 2004. I've gained most of my weight within the last 2 years and am at my heaviest - 191. This year is the year.
Starting Weight: 191
12 Week Goal: 170
Ultimate Goal: 135-1400 -
Name: Teri
About Me: I've been overweight for as long as I can remember, but the first time I hit 200 lbs (I'm 5'8) I was shocked into doing something about it and I managed to lose 50 lbs on WW. Unfortunately, I fell off the wagon after a bad break up and gained 100 lbs (over 6 years). This time I went way past 200, and it was 250 lbs that shocked me into finally putting my foot down. I lost 18 lbs and have since gained back 8. I need to do something fast before I lose myself again and end up at 300 lbs. Other than that, I'm 30, newly married, work in marketing and live close to Toronto, Canada. Good luck to everyone and I can't wait to get started!
Starting weight: 240
12 week goal weight: 215
Ultimate goal weight: 1500 -
Hi Im Holly im 26 years old im a mom to a wonderful 2 year old daughter. I have been overweight all my life i lost 50lbs in 2008 but have gained it back plus some and need to get it off to feel better and be a role model for my daughter.
Starting Weight 368
12 Week Goal 30 lbs0 -
Welcoming our newest members to the challenge:
Kelley
Clare
Neil
Diana
Lynn
Debs
Tracey
Jenn
Shay
Hayley
Kristen
Renee
Teri
Holly
I am speechless at the GREAT response to this group! I hope we can be helpful to each other!!!!!!!!!! Let's get it right in 2012!!!!! Good Luck to everyone!!!!!
I will be signing off for today ( I live in italy.....so it is my bed time LOL!!!) I will get back to everyone ASAP!
**** If it is OK for everyone, I will be using your starting weight in your intros for the first weigh in. ********0 -
Name: Angie
Age: 32
About me: I am a new mom. My son is 6 months old. I work full time as a teacher. I was using MFP religiously until I went to the land of no internet and no phone service (also know as northern Indiana). My weight has gone up and down my whole life and I really want it to stick this time.
Starting Weight: 268 lbs
12 week goal weight: 220 lbs
Will there be a weigh in tomorrow since we are starting today?
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Hi Angie and Welcome to this group! I will be using the starting weight posted in the intros if that is okay with you. Good Luck!!! Let's do this together!
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Name: Sheila
Age: 27
SW:229
12 week goal:205
I am a stay at home mom of 2. I started the gym and eating better in October, however the last 3 weeks I've slacked off. I want to change my life and the life of my family forever by making changes in our activity and food choices. Let's challenge each other for a better us 0 -
Name: Alejandra Urrego
About yourself: I also have been overweight my whole life. I am now at my highest weight ever! So... I decided NO MORE... I am going to change my life and lifestyle by eating healthier to lose and mantain the weight once I get there. I love this group and I hope to get and give lots of motivation!!! WE CAN DO IT!
Starting Weight: 258
12 Week Goal Weight: 2340 -
How do I get added to this group?
Name: Penny Henderson
About yourself: 50 year old nurse manager that has been losing weight to become healthier. I have battled my weight all my life and want to make a lifestyle change
Starting Weight: 212
12 Week Goal Weight: 1880 -
Name: Heather W.
About yourself: Hi there!! My name is Heather. I am a 21 year old premed student. I have been struggling with my weight all of my life and it's time for me to get a handle on it or rather kick it's *kitten*:) I have done a month of P90X with little to no results, but that's because I think i ate so much worse while I was doing the program. I am now doing TurboJam and 30DS on and off. I just want to be happy and healthy when I finally go into med school in a couple of years.
Starting Weight: 277
12 Week Goal Weight: 252 (about 25 pounds give or take)
Ultimate weight loss goal: 1250 -
Name: Marian
Hi! I am a wife and mother. I am working on getting back in to shape. I wanted to join the group because I think it will nice to have people who are doing the same thing as me. I am looking forward to finishing this challenge with all of you.
Starting weight: 188
12 week goal: 1580 -
Name: My job does not allow my real name on the internet.....so.......sorry......name....... thisisit511
Age: 65
About me: I am tired of middle age fat!!! We have a few children and grandchildren. I love to exercise, work, read, laugh, see the humor in life and I am deeply and quietly spiritual. I love all of you young ones who work so hard and have so many dreams. It's beautiful...I hope we can all motivate each other!! Good luck....never never never give up........
Starting weight: 192
I lose so slowly that I am not sure what is realistic!!! I will exercise for 45 minutes 5 times a week. I hope I can lose 15 pounds!
Goal Weight for 12 weeks: 1770 -
Good job...wife and mom..and now a very fit wife and mom!!!!0
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My name is Gretchen. I will be 45 in March. I never really struggled with my weight until 3 or 4 years ago. I would love to drop 20 by my birthday and down 40 in 6 months. I have 2 kids and find it difficult to make separate meals as they wont eat healthy, at least all the time.
Starting weight: 175
Twelve week goal: 1500 -
My name is Melinda I turn 40 this year and will be married 20 years.. when i was first married i weighed a 114lbs and then the weight started slipping on a little at a time by time i was 25 i had gained to 160 and by the time i had our son i was right at 200lbs.. I have had a down hill fall since then I am now at 245 and every part of me hurts and don't do anything any more but work come home eat and sit on the sofa.... I have decide this is the year to start living again.
My starting weight --- 245
My 12 week goal weight -- 210
My end of year goal 1500 -
Name: Jess
About Yourself: I am 24 years old and a stay at home mom of 3. I am done having kids now and I want to be more fit and active for my children and myself. I am ready for a life change!
Starting Weight: 220
12 Week Goal Weight: 200
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name- Jaime
age- 35
about me- I am working mom of 3 little ones and my life is very busy. Usually in my down time I spend it on the couch because I am so exhausted. I don't exercise regularly and I have a sugar addiction. I try to cook decent meals for my family but I snack a lot. Then there are the days I am too tired to cook and we make a quick trip right through the drive thru. My husband and I are trying to get on a budget so hopefully that will nix the eating out! I am looking for some supportive friends on here and in this group. My husband is supportive but he doesn't understand because he has always been fit and tries hard to keep weight on.. He thinks it shouldn't be this hard!
starting weight- 237 (the heaviest I have ever been:-(
12 week goal- 2070 -
Name: Jill
About Me: I am currently a student at PSU. I enjoy photgraphy and family. I have struggled with my weight all my life and I am ready for some serious change!
Start weight - 170
12 week goal - 1550 -
Name: Jana
About yourself: I am almost 25 years old and I am ready to start living a healthy lifestyle, I have a thyroid problem that throws my body all out of whack and I'm hoping to fix this by weight loss. I've been apart of MFP for about a month now... My highest was 268, upon joining I was 266.
Starting Weight: 255
12 Week Goal Weight: 2350 -
HI, Amanda here!! I am a stay home mom of 2 kids, 2&5. I love junk food and eating it. I need some motivation and dicipline, this sounds fun and I think will help.
My starting weight 220.5
goal in 12 weeks 200
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My name is Gwen, I am 55 and I am ready to get back to feeling good about myself and my body. I became very active and a "gym rat" in 2006, and it was great until 2008. Within an 18-mo period I lost my dad to cancer, my mom and brother-in-law to Alzheimers, and a brother to cirrhosis. My husband developed a long series of health issues and is currently suffering from a neurological disorder and requires my help with daily living tasks. I quit going to the gym or even walking, and I started eating when I was feeling upset--which has been a lot! Sweets have become my comfort food and I have binged repeatedly. I miss feeling lean and energetic!
Starting weight: 164
12-week goal: 1420 -
Hey Everyone!
Name: Rim (Reem)
About Myself: I am a graduate student studying Neuroscience (specifically the effects of an appetitve hormone called ghrelin on obesity & stress, so I know whats going on in you BRAIN lol). I am a gym rat, I go to the gym 6 days a week and I love being active. Like many of the members seem to struggling with, my problem is food. I love it. Healthy food mind you but lots of it (really who needs to eat 5 banana's a day I ask you?) So I need to buckle my booty down and get this done. I want to look as fit as I feel when I am done doing 300 squats in less then 10 mins;)
Current weight: 168
12 week goal : 150
Ultimate weight: 130
I have been reading everyone's posts and not just in this group but the site and I LOVE how positive everyone is! And inspirational! Keep up the good work!
Feel free to add me as a gym motivator if you can scold me for eating too much;)
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Name: Emi
About yourself: Mother of 5 children and 1 crazy husband. I have 2 jobs and no time. I've decided that this year is my year. I've struggeled with my weight my entire life. I am now tired of watching life pass me by.
Starting Weight: 256.6
12 Week Goal Weight: 2250 -
hi ...i am Ron.....a few years ago i lost 185 lbs ..it took 3 years..but im putting it back on
my present weight is 303lbs and my 12 week goal is 2700 -
HI Ron,
I know you can do it....I know the ups and downs and great for you to stop and take control!!! Let's see what each week does.!!!0 -
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I'm Deborah. Last year I joined myfitnesspal and lost about two stone since Nov I stopped coming on this site as I was to busy (a very poor excuse) now Xmas is over and I'm about 7lbs heavier I'm ready to start again but need a challenge to keep me interested so joined this group.
I'm 42 years old and go to the gym 4 or 5 times a week where I do body conditioning for toning and building muscle and zumba for a cardio workout.
I will be weighing/measuring myself in the morning and to start with I'd like to lose 28lb. I prefer to set mini targets rather than a massive one!
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Name: Joe
I am a 43 year old salesman. I am trying to lose a grand total of 130 pounds. I really enjoy the biggest loser show, so this sounds fun.
Starting weight is 315
12 week goal is to lose 25 lbs0 -
Hi All! My name is Joanne! It looks like we have alot of positive and motivating people in this group!!
I am 39 years old, I am a stay at home mom. I have been fighting with the scale for about 15 years now. About 3 years ago, I thought I had it all under control, but that didnt last, I ended up gaining all my weight plus some back :mad: I know we can help each there, just knowing that we all have this in common is half the battle.
Starting weight: 281lbs.
12 week Goal weight: 251lbs.0 -
Hello, My name is Madeline. This group looks really supportive!!
I'm in school currently. I want to wear a bikini this summer for the first time. I'm very active playing field hockey and softball but when i don't play sports I eat.... I have arthritis so I need to stay at a healthy weight otherwise my joints start acting up. I really want to be healthy and happy!
Starting weight: 160lbs
12 week Goal weight : 140lbs0 -
Hello everyone, my name is Angel.
Ever since I started working night shift, I've gained at least 15lb over the past 3 years :mad: It doesn't help that I have a messed up sleep schedule and am feeling chronically fatigued. My diet has been horrible and my exercise regimen is nonexistent. I live 1 block away from a 24 hour health club, and I'm still too lazy to go exercise on a regular basis. I need to something like this to jump start my weight loss again!
Starting Weight: 157
12 Week Goal Weight: 1400 -
Name: Moneica
About yourself: I am a stay @ home Mother of 4 children.. I am currently taking classes for Cosmetology... I have got ill about 5 yrs ago.. and havent been able to lose weight.... I used to be skinny... and one day hope to get there again...
starting weight: 232 lbs.
12 week goal weight: 200 Lbs
would like to lose 32pounds0
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