ANYONE WANTING TO LOSE 70lbs? Or has already lost it?

Itsartmar
Itsartmar Posts: 8
edited October 7 in Introduce Yourself
My goal is to lose 70lbs til the next September, is that unrealistic? Has anyone done it or is wanting to achieve the same? Would love to hear some success stories and find some friends with the same goals :)
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  • littlemiss1753
    littlemiss1753 Posts: 4 Member
    Im looking to lose about that much myself.....you wanna be friends on here?
  • AnnaCVeach
    AnnaCVeach Posts: 56 Member
    My goal is 70 pounds as well. So far I've lost 25 pounds. I don't think it is too unrealistic as long as you are willing to put in the effort. I'll send you a friend request.
  • LizzyTish327
    LizzyTish327 Posts: 18 Member
    I need to lose about that much too...oh man if I could get motivated with your help that would be great! September could work if you're very dedicated and stick to your plan :)
  • kellyisloved
    kellyisloved Posts: 434 Member
    Heya! It's definitely possible to lose 70 pounds in 9 months, but you'll probably get some feedback that the goal might be a little high. Averaging it out, you'd be losing close to 2 lbs a week, which is a decent rate at the beginning, but will be harder and harder the closer you get to your goal. I think most suggest around a 1 lb per week goal, with maybe a little more at the beginning when you have more to lose. If you push too hard for too much, you might end up eating too little or not being as healthy as you want to be (or just getting frustrated if it doesn't happen).

    Either way, your goals are your own and different for everyone, and I wish you luck in getting there! I want to lose a total of around 100, and I'm about halfway there, so I'd be happy to have an extra friend if you'd like. :)
  • JnJJsMommy
    JnJJsMommy Posts: 2 Member
    I'm looking to lose around that much, my goal is to lose 60 then decide from there if I want to lose the other 10. Everyone can feel free to add me.
  • emmamcblain
    emmamcblain Posts: 342
    I want to. :) I'll add if you like?
  • danimack
    danimack Posts: 18 Member
    My goal is also to lose 70lbs. I would love to have the weight gone by October for my birthday!! I figure being healthy is the best present I can give myself!!
  • xmandadollx
    xmandadollx Posts: 69 Member
    I am looking at losing about 70 pounds, but I would be a lot happier if I could just get 50 pounds lighter. This is my first week on MyFitnessPal. So far, I love it! I am down 4.4 pounds since the holiday months!
  • Agean42
    Agean42 Posts: 58
    I lost over 70lbs in 6 months so it is definately possible.

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/422853-6-months-transformation-with-pics

    Focus on your goal and you will do it !!
  • tonyacoursey
    tonyacoursey Posts: 404 Member
    I have at least that much to lose if not more. If you are in need of a pal please add me!
  • killingtheantagonist
    killingtheantagonist Posts: 178 Member
    I know I definitely want to lose at least that much, most likely a little more though.
  • deblevins
    deblevins Posts: 10
    That's about how much I want/need to lose too! Feel free to add me as a friend
  • stephie7396
    stephie7396 Posts: 9 Member
    That is around my goal. I have lost 22 lbs and want to lose 70 more, add me if you like :)
  • AudgePaudge
    AudgePaudge Posts: 537 Member
    This is not unrealistic at all! 6 months into my journey, I lost 70 pounds. It does tend to slow down though, some times you hit plateau's, or life just happens. If you stick with it and stay strong you can absolutely do this!!
  • Jellyphant
    Jellyphant Posts: 1,400 Member
    That's my ultimate goal. 231 to 160.
  • deadstarsunburn
    deadstarsunburn Posts: 1,337 Member
    My starting goal was about 78lbs, 40 more to go =]
  • keeponkickin
    keeponkickin Posts: 1,520 Member
    It's very possible. You can do it. I lost 100 pounds in 9 months and I am at 109 lost so far, almost at goal.

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  • kimmie185
    kimmie185 Posts: 550 Member
    already lost it and then some :)
    Feel free to add me :flowerforyou:
  • usmcmp
    usmcmp Posts: 21,219 Member
    I've lost almost 50 and my ultimate goal is 70. It will be 2 years on this journey in May, but I wasn't dedicated to it the whole time.
  • cbseastrunk1729
    cbseastrunk1729 Posts: 8
    I'm looking to lose at least 70 lbs and my goal is by the end of November.
  • journeyfan
    journeyfan Posts: 15
    I want to lose 70 pounds too! Add me if you'de like. I do better if I have daily support. I now have the time to get on here and for once have time to do something for myself. I am looking forward to meeting new friends to join our weightloss journey! Take Care~Tamarah~
  • lalavogl
    lalavogl Posts: 13
    I am wanting to lose about 80, I would love to be your friend as well! :) I need some extra support too. Good luck to us all!!!!
  • KimertRuns13_1
    KimertRuns13_1 Posts: 702 Member
    I did but it has taken me about 2 years to do.
    http://anotherrunningmom.wordpress.com

    I won't say it is not realistic to do in that time frame but slow weight loss is more likely to stay off. And sometimes setting time goals for weight loss can be discouraging.
  • slimmingdownsteph
    slimmingdownsteph Posts: 201 Member
    I want to lose about 70lbs more by August-ish! (:
  • coatsie79
    coatsie79 Posts: 187 Member
    Me too....Lost 16lb so far, since August. Slow going and the last month has been a real struggle, but i'm back on track now. Add me if you like.
  • starpixy311
    starpixy311 Posts: 1
    Just joined myfitnesspal. Looking for motivation and accountability to help lose 70 lbs. Let the journey begin.
  • 22elizabeth22
    22elizabeth22 Posts: 2
    Very cool seeing that I'm not the only one needing to lose 70 lbs.! I just would really like to be healthy, i'm 22 yrs old, 5 ft 7 inches and started out at 230! Trying to get down to 160 but not any lower :) Have been the biggest kid since elementary school so being fit for once would be a great change, so if anyone wants to "friend" me and share exercise tips/recipes/snacks that would be fabulous!
  • rhondasdongardive
    rhondasdongardive Posts: 2
    I have lost 60lbs and am wanting to lose 70 more lbs. Count me in. It is a very realistic goal.
  • kellyscomeback
    kellyscomeback Posts: 1,369 Member
    I lost 80 lbs from May 1, 2011 to December 21, 2011. I found out I was pregnant on the 21st so I am now in maintenance.

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  • jessica0
    jessica0 Posts: 34
    hello, i am wanting to lose 75 lbs, actually i dont want to I AM GOING TO :)
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