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I'm Shawn (Tyler) Weeks, that guy from 344 Pounds.

tyler
tyler Posts: 33 Member
edited December 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hi guys. I started losing weight in January of 2009 and weighed 344 pounds (probably more like 360, but I didn't step onto a scale until 344). Up until that point, I had been obese my entire life.

At the same time I started losing weight, I also started a blog (I won't self-promote, so no link, sorry!) to follow the journey and have had a lot of national attention, CNN, CBS, those kinds of things, which is how I assume Mike from MyFitnessPal found me. Mike sent me an e-mail telling me about MFP one night, congratulating me on my weight loss, etc, and the rest is history.

I've had an account with MFP for years, I just haven't posted until today. I weigh around 200 pounds right now and I'll post a followup post in another few days in the "success story" section with my in-depth story with tips, suggestions, etc.

Anyway, just thought I'd say hi!
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  • itgeekwoman
    itgeekwoman Posts: 804 Member
    welcome.
  • llahairdna
    llahairdna Posts: 502 Member
    Hi! And congratulations!! :flowerforyou:
  • usmcmp
    usmcmp Posts: 21,219 Member
    Wow! Congratulations on the weight loss! You look great!
  • connie_messina
    connie_messina Posts: 495 Member
    Hi! cant wait to see your post!
  • missy787
    missy787 Posts: 35
    Hello. I look forward to reading your story.
  • sevenminaya
    sevenminaya Posts: 86 Member
    His blog: 344Pounds.com
  • terraskye
    terraskye Posts: 370 Member
    Hi guys. I started losing weight in January of 2009 and weighed 344 pounds (probably more like 360, but I didn't step onto a scale until 344). Up until that point, I had been obese my entire life.

    At the same time I started losing weight, I also started a blog (I won't self-promote, so no link, sorry!) to follow the journey and have had a lot of national attention, CNN, CBS, those kinds of things, which is how I assume Mike from MyFitnessPal found me. Mike sent me an e-mail telling me about MFP one night, congratulating me on my weight loss, etc, and the rest is history.

    I've had an account with MFP for years, I just haven't posted until today. I weigh around 200 pounds right now and I'll post a followup post in another few days in the "success story" section with my in-depth story with tips, suggestions, etc.




    Anyway, just thought I'd say hi!


    Hi there and Grats!!
  • ShanR77
    ShanR77 Posts: 287 Member
    Wow...welcome Shawn.
  • lukeout007
    lukeout007 Posts: 1,237 Member
    I have seen your blog and I was very impressed. Glad to have you here!
  • penrbrown
    penrbrown Posts: 2,685 Member
    Never heard of you but hi!!!
  • vartanfan71
    vartanfan71 Posts: 62 Member
    Awesome job on losing!
  • annemw82
    annemw82 Posts: 97 Member
    Nice to see you here at MFP. I've followed your blog for a while now and really enjoy it. welcome and well done!
  • ChasingSweatandTears
    ChasingSweatandTears Posts: 504 Member
    Hi Tyler! You're the reason I signed up with this site ya know, over a year ago! :) My very first MFP friend :smile:
    You rock.
    Nice to see you post :)
    ~MaryAnn
  • alaskagrly
    alaskagrly Posts: 10
    Can't wait to hear more sounds VERY motivating! Congrats on an awesome accomplishment!
  • spgipson
    spgipson Posts: 20
    Success stories are always helpful...so thanks for sharing!! The best part of MFP is the support. Congrats on your journey!!

    Sherry
  • missionmeltdown
    missionmeltdown Posts: 13 Member
    Hi Tyler! You're the reason I signed up with this site ya know, over a year ago! :) My very first MFP friend :smile:
    You rock.
    Nice to see you post :)
    ~MaryAnn

    Same here. Reason I joined this site. Part of the reason I started my weight loss journey. Big men (especially), check out his blog. He keeps it real with everyday issues and successes.
  • crudd123
    crudd123 Posts: 244 Member
    Great story. Thanks for the inspiration!
  • cessnaholly
    cessnaholly Posts: 780 Member
    welcome and good job!
  • RedVelvetCurls
    RedVelvetCurls Posts: 304 Member
    Howdy! Welcome to MFP! Feel free to add me as a friend, I've lost 42lbs so far, but it's amazing people like you who insipre me! Keep up the good work! :flowerforyou:
  • barney50501Missy
    barney50501Missy Posts: 79
    Well hello to you too Tyler! Glad to see you on MFP!
  • willnorton
    willnorton Posts: 995 Member
    tyler....140 pounds lost is pretty good...even 160.....but if you want t true inspirational story look at a guy on here named Ed Davenport.....he has lost over 300 pounds.... lost over 300!

    that is truely inspirational..... he is a great guy....read his story....all kinds of medical problems..... beat em!

    somebody should do a story on him....

    help me get intouch with the right people to get his story out....

    continued good luck to you....
  • djg0418
    djg0418 Posts: 35
    Hi Shawn. Looking forward to reading your post. :happy:
  • hstewartlee0221
    hstewartlee0221 Posts: 11
    looking forward to seeing the story...welcome and hello to you as well:flowerforyou:
  • TheDoctorDana
    TheDoctorDana Posts: 595 Member
    Welcome :) I too would be interrested in hearing your story as I do not watch TV. (Too much negativity) Feel free to add me if you wish that way I would know when you post :flowerforyou:
  • MindyG150
    MindyG150 Posts: 1,296 Member
    Hi! Happy May Day :flowerforyou:
  • tyler
    tyler Posts: 33 Member
    Whoa, quite the response. You guys flatter me!

    By the way, the reason some call me Shawn, others Tyler... Shawn is my first name, Tyler is my middle. I go by both really, so whatever you want to call me, then call me. Just call me dude, I don't care! :)
  • taclyn
    taclyn Posts: 4 Member
    I love your blog.
  • TasTam
    TasTam Posts: 84 Member
    Hi and welcome back!!! Great to see you're doing so well. Keep up the good work!!!
  • coyoteo
    coyoteo Posts: 532 Member
    Wow, way to go!
  • chelledawg14
    chelledawg14 Posts: 509 Member
    HI. I'm on board for cant wait to read your story, too!
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