Introductions

mandimoore617
mandimoore617 Posts: 325 Member
edited October 4 in Social Groups
Introduce yourself here!
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  • Gwendalyne
    Gwendalyne Posts: 287 Member
    Hi, I'm from Birmingham, AL...been on MFP for over 6 months. Lost a total of about 95lbs...Mom of 3 kids (2, 4, 7). I work full time, Run a ministry w/hubby...and I am currently studying to be a Personal Trainer
  • jlzrdking
    jlzrdking Posts: 501 Member
    Hey,

    I'm from north Alabama, Florence, I've been a member since January and I have lost 35lbs.

    ROLL TIDE ROLL!!!
  • mandimoore617
    mandimoore617 Posts: 325 Member
    I'm from Birmingham as well! :-) 24, mom to one 2 1/2 year old boy. Been on MFP since July 29th.
  • blazergrad
    blazergrad Posts: 603 Member
    I actually live just outside of Birmingham but I work downtown. I joined MFP in early 2010, then kind of dropped off for a while and have since been back full-time since April of this year.

    My primary goal revolves more around building muscle mass as opposed to losing weight, although in working towards that goal I can tell that I have lost a few pounds and some much needed inches around the waist. :)

    And yes jlzrdking .... Roll Tide!!! ;)
  • mandimoore617
    mandimoore617 Posts: 325 Member
    Just wanted to add...

    ROLL TIDE! :-)
  • Hello I live in Gulf Shores. Been on MFP for 3 months now and have lost 25 lbs. Single mom of a 19 yo son :)
  • KimR87
    KimR87 Posts: 295 Member
    Hi im Kim im 24 and I live just outside of Huntsville AL. I've been a member on MFP for just over 2 weeks and have lost about 9 lbs.
  • dorisholaway
    dorisholaway Posts: 531 Member
    My name is Doris Holaway. I live in Scottsboro Alabama. I have been on MFP for about 4 and a half months now. I love this site. I have lost over 50 lbs. since January (some of this before MFP) I am a happily divorced lady with a grown daughter and 3 grand kids. I am a leader of a T.O.P.S group here in Scottsboro.
  • MrsC3761
    MrsC3761 Posts: 3 Member
    Hi everyone, Congrats on your weight loss thus far & keep up the great work! My name is Tiffany. I am a wife, and mother of two girls (7 & 3). I am a SAHM looking for Friends & Motivators! I've been heavy mostly my whole life that I remember but I am older now, finsished having kids so I have no reason to gain anymore weight & every reason to loose. I am ready to get in control of my life & stop letting my Chocolate addiction get in my way of living life to the fullest! :)
    I am a member of my local ymca, I love ZUMBA aerobics! If I cant get to the Gym I walk around my neighborhood.

    I have been on MFP for a little over two weeks & I've lost 5lbs so far. I LOVE THIS SITE. It's helped me learn about what I am putting in my body. I've learned a lot already about portion size & calorie counting. FEEL FREE TO ADD ME.. I will give support & only ask the same in return!!
  • Hey all! I live in Birmingham and have been a member of MFP since.. umm not sure. I signed up and didn't become active until maybe two or three weeks ago. In any case I'm here and gearing to make a change!
  • JennieAL
    JennieAL Posts: 1,726 Member
    Hi, I'm Jennie. I joined back in the summer and was active for about a month. I quit logging in and did a Whole30 (Paleo) after that with a group on Facebook. Now I'm back on MFP. I've lost 7 lbs with about 10 or 15 to go. I aim for low carb and paleo when I'm feeling like it. Otherwise, I just try to watch the processed food, sugar, and simple carbs. I try to get 30 minutes of brisk walking 6 days a week, one off day on the weekend. I also try to get in 3 days of 20 to 30 minutes of a high intensity kettlebell workout in when I can. Kettlebells are by far the simplest and most effective way I've found to drop the inches and gain strength (thereby burning calories & fat).

    I live in Tuscaloosa right now with my 3 kitty cats and my fiancé. But... I'm an Auburn University alum... so WAR EAGLE!
  • 3ricaAnn
    3ricaAnn Posts: 288
    Hi! My name is Erica and I am from North Mobile Alabama. I love going to the beach and Auburn football! I'm hear om mfp mostly to maintain but would like to see a few more pounds go. Feel free to add me
  • My name is April. I live in Hayden. I have been a member of MFP since last year, but didn't start using it until June of this year. I have lost a total of 47 lbs (37 on MFP). Currently doing a ketosis (Paleo) diet. I finished C25K back in Sept. and have been working on Bridge to 10k.


    War Eagle!!!!!!!!
  • Hey everyone!

    My name is Jennifer and I am from Mobile, AL and am new to MFP. Like most every other dieting thing I am skeptical but just from reading some of y'alls stories it seems like this really works and I am really excited to hopefully be reaching my weight loss goals!

    I'm in college, getting my degree in geology, and usually have a busy lifestyle. I'm in the last two semesters there and will be able to make a little time now to focus on my health and getting some of this weight off!

    Roll Tide!!!
  • Heyy my name is Samantha,i live in Gulf Shores.
    Im new to MFP...i have been on it for 5 days :D
    Feel free to add :)
    Roll Tide Roll! (watch out auburn were coming for u this sat!) lol
  • brettle1
    brettle1 Posts: 23 Member
    Brett from Birmingham here! Just joined MFP yesterday. Already really like it! I've lost 15lbs over the past month by eating healthier and working out at Planet Fitness. I think MFP will help me keep on track. Good luck to everyone!
    Roll Tide!!!
    42-14:laugh:
  • mommyhas4boyss
    mommyhas4boyss Posts: 60 Member
    Hi. My name is Brittany. I am from Eufaula, Alabama. I am a mother of 3 little boys and a wife of a US Army Soldier. I just joined MFP today so hopefully i will get the results i want. Time to change :D
  • denimnlace
    denimnlace Posts: 7 Member
    Hi everyone!!! :smile:

    I'm Randa. I'm from Tuscaloosa, AL. I just got started on MFP. My husband joined up with me. We just got the Wii Fit and I hope that that will be helpful. We are going to try it out tonight! Can't wait to get started for real!!! I used to be in great shape and this out of shape body (that I'm quite certain isn't mine) stays tired too often. I'm gonna try real hard to trade it in for my old one!! haha.

    I would appreciate anyone who wants to friend me help keep me motivated!! And keep me in check too! Thanks!!!

    Good luck to all y'all!!!
  • AmyfromBama
    AmyfromBama Posts: 125 Member
    Hello Everyone!!! I'm Amy, from Woodland, Alabama!!! I started MFP several months ago, cant remember exactly what month I started!!! But so far I've lost a total of 4 lbs... I would like to meet new ppl on here and have them to motivate me to get me to the goal I want to be at!!! If any of you have easy, low calorie recipes, let me know... I would be so interested at trying anything new!!!! I have 2 girls ages soon to be 3 this friday, and 1 and a handsome fiance!!! Well that about sums it up for now ... Good Luck to all of you that are trying to get down to your goal weight, I wish the best for all of you!!!! :)
  • Hello! I am Melissa and live in New Market, Alabama! Been on this site for about 4 months, but actually been using it daily for about three weeks! I have a daughter that is 7 and keeps me busy! I have lost 8 pounds so far and plan to lose many more!!
  • JennieAL
    JennieAL Posts: 1,726 Member
    Hi, I'm Jennie. I joined back in the summer and was active for about a month. I quit logging in and did a Whole30 (Paleo) after that with a group on Facebook. Now I'm back on MFP. I've lost 7 lbs with about 10 or 15 to go. I aim for low carb and paleo when I'm feeling like it. Otherwise, I just try to watch the processed food, sugar, and simple carbs. I try to get 30 minutes of brisk walking 6 days a week, one off day on the weekend. I also try to get in 3 days of 20 to 30 minutes of a high intensity kettlebell workout in when I can. Kettlebells are by far the simplest and most effective way I've found to drop the inches and gain strength (thereby burning calories & fat).

    I live in Tuscaloosa right now with my 3 kitty cats and my fiancé. But... I'm an Auburn University alum... so WAR EAGLE!

    Things can change quickly. LOL.

    Update: I'm no longer low carb or paleo (back to eating some bread & grains) and I married him! :-)
  • I am in Pell City AL and I need to find friends on here :)
  • Hi! I'm Whitney, from Huntsville. I'm 30 (31 next weekend). After spending my 20s in obesity, I decided that my 30s would be different. I started my weight loss program in May last year and have lost 73 pounds so far...going from 212 to 139. My goal is 130, although I may try to get to 125 before I transition into maintenance, to give myself a buffer zone. :wink:
  • Hey there! I'm Marcus, and I am from Huntsville. I've only been back on MFP for about a week now. Trying to lose my lil' stubborn gut and love handles... and get back to working out and running religiously. WAR EAGLE!
  • msjessc
    msjessc Posts: 24 Member
    I am Jessica and I am in Weaver, Alabama. I'm 38 and a single mother of a 14 yr old daughter.

    I have been on MFP for a couple months now, but have only lost 3 pounds. I am hypothyroid and although I have always struggled with my weight l went through a period of rapid weight gain due to the thyrpid and steroids used to treat sinus infections. I gained 50lbs in less than a yr

    From last August til now I have only managed to lose 11 total pounds which depresses me. :( BUT I have finally begun to see some differences but mostly in my fitness level. I work out everyday 30mins to 2 hours M-F and then on the weekends I am normally doing massive yard work as I have 6 acres to take care of so I get a workout in that way.

    I have small goals...1st of which is to get to 200lbs, I am currently 22 pounds away from that. Total I would love to get to 140, a number which I have not seen since I was a starting high school. It may still be too much weight but I think it would be a HEALTHY weight for me.

    One more thing...

    ROLL TIDE!!!!!
  • FITFORT
    FITFORT Posts: 85
    I'm Terri from Alabaster, Alabama. I joined MFP in January, and thus far, I've lost a total of 31 pounds. I have thoroughly enjoyed this program. I've been walking/jogging since February, and am currently training myself to be able to run a 5K. I've just recently been convinced that I need to be doing strength training as well, so I'm in the process of getting a plan together. Considering joining a gym, since I know NOTHING about weight training! I love reading posts from others on here...especially folks who live the same area, and folks my age ( I turn 40 in May ). It helps to encourage me, and it helps me to learn more about living a healthy lifestyle! Good luck to everyone on this journey!!!!!

    Feel free to add me as a friend....tcminor. Would love the support!!!!
  • ffddff
    ffddff Posts: 4 Member
    Hi, Alabama! Lazy fat girl Fanny D.F is going to loose her weight with you!
    For about a year I stuck in the same weight.
    Plan to loose at least 15lbs next couple months :P
  • BamaPolyBiGuy1
    BamaPolyBiGuy1 Posts: 2 Member
    Hey everybody! My name's Dennis. I'm in Tuscaloosa. I'm trying out the ChooseOne diet for now. (That's like the One Meal At A Time, where you change one thing for a week, then add another change for another week, etc.) Hopefully it'll work out.
  • BamaPolyBiGuy1
    BamaPolyBiGuy1 Posts: 2 Member
    Hey everybody! My name's Dennis. I'm in Tuscaloosa. I'm trying out the ChooseOne diet for now. (That's like the One Meal At A Time, where you change one thing for a week, then add another change for another week, etc.) Hopefully it'll work out.

    (Sorry, it's the ChangeOne diet, not ChooseOne.) :laugh:
  • ffddff
    ffddff Posts: 4 Member
    That's an interesting one.
    Looks like slow, but maybe more efficient at the end
    Maybe I should try ChangeTwo diet).. I am very impatient :P
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