Hi, I'm new here

uprightashley
uprightashley Posts: 39 Member
in Introduce Yourself
Hi, my name is Ashley. I'm 26 years old and I've decided to take a hold of my health. I'm 4'11 and I weigh 238lbs. I haven't been to a doctor but I have come to the conclusion that I have to do something about my weight or I will die young. Life is all ready short enough right? So instead of calling my tactic a diet, I am calling it a life change. I'd like to make new friends here to support and to likewise be supported. I wish everyone who is working on improving their health the best.

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  • meliad
    meliad Posts: 71
    I feel the same about the word diet. I call mine an eating plan. I'll add you as a friend. I am new here too.
  • RichardCMolloy
    RichardCMolloy Posts: 130 Member
    Feelfree to add me if you'd like! Lifestyle change, that's what I'm working on myself :) Best of luck!
  • button_girl
    button_girl Posts: 7
    hey Ashley!

    I joined this today and im also looking at this in terms of a lifestyle change. As soon as the word 'diet' is mentioned it sends me into a panic mode and I either starve or binge hahaha!

    Feel free to add me as friend and maybe we can help each other along with our 'healthier lifestyle' x
  • kmruse
    kmruse Posts: 19
    Ashley/Button_Girl/Meliad, please feel free to add me for support etc.........
  • becky3277
    becky3277 Posts: 64 Member
    It really is a way of life. I hate diets!
  • lookatmenow85
    lookatmenow85 Posts: 13 Member
    I hate the word "diet" so I say "regiment". So when people ask how I am loosing weight; I say I changed my "food regiment" and exercise schedule. I will add you as my friend. YOU CAN DO IT!
  • careylk
    careylk Posts: 7
    Hey there,
    It truly is a lifestyle change and one that has to be a daily commitment. Commit to feel better every day and commit to keeping track of your meals and exercise on the site. You are going to do fine with this. Add me as a friend if you like, the more support the better!!
  • xomelissasue
    xomelissasue Posts: 17
    Ashley-- I'm exactly in the same boat as you! I really need to change my life and just want to be fit. i have no weight goal, but geniunely just want to feel better about myself!
  • bErNiE1107
    bErNiE1107 Posts: 3
    Hello,

    My name is Bernadette I'm completely on the same boat as you. I want to change my life as well.
  • manderann
    manderann Posts: 189
    Life change ladies, that's what we are! Anyone, feel free to add me :smile:
  • ValRAAAAY
    ValRAAAAY Posts: 270 Member
    Feel free to add me, I've been here regularly since November, but we can always support each other!!!
  • jbartnik
    jbartnik Posts: 1
    Good Luck. This site has helped me so much. I got tired of gimmicks and quick fixes. Lifestyle change is the only way to keep it off.
  • Chicrider
    Chicrider Posts: 17
    Hi & welcome to the site. I agree with alot of the posts about the work "diet" its an ulgy word, We are here to make lifestyle changes so we don't go back to our hold habits.
  • twocanjan
    twocanjan Posts: 24 Member
    Congratulations are your decision to change. Let me know if you need any support along the way.
    Janet
  • bErNiE1107
    bErNiE1107 Posts: 3
    Hello,
    My name is Bernadette; people call me Bernie for short. I have tried many different diet plans, but I get really discouraged and lose my motivation on it all. I do really well for the first 2 weeks and then I always seem to fall off. This time though I want to stay focused and remind myself that I’m doing it for me to be healthy again to live a longer healthier life.
  • grneyety
    grneyety Posts: 46 Member
    I agree, diet makes it seem unattainable as a permanent thing. I don't know about you but whenever I get even close to my goal I start thinking- Man I look great I can eat whatever I want. Pretty soon I am right back to square one. Health has got to be a permanent choice!
  • hishappy
    hishappy Posts: 11
    hi Ashley, im new too....well been using this app for 4 days. i find it amazing and so useful!!! im only 5ft.........and being so short doesnt help does it lol.........we can do it. And i agree the word 'diet' shouldn't exist, it's an eating plan for life :)
  • kmruse
    kmruse Posts: 19
    Well done Bernie in making the first step towards the new you......
  • shazjacko81
    shazjacko81 Posts: 3
    hi i am new to this too i am calling mine turning my life around plan. added me if you want :)
  • StellarChick85
    StellarChick85 Posts: 33 Member
    Hi Ashley- I'm with you on making a lifetime change! Feel free to add me :) I could use all the friends and support
  • brittanyb815
    brittanyb815 Posts: 6
    I'm probably not considered new but at first I thought of it as a diet...... it's a total lifestyle change when I think about it now. Your already on the right track:happy!!! Feel free to add me!
  • amyjohnson91
    amyjohnson91 Posts: 3
    Hi I'm Amy. Im 20 years old and weigh 144lbs. Some of you may say thats a healthy weight but what i eat isnt healthy! i was 135.7 so have put on quite a bit of weight in just 2 years. I would like to lose 5kgs. Im on day one and already -57 calories, This app and website is already helping me by laying out what i eat and drink in a day and i already know how to improve it. It has set a realistic goal that i will stick to.
  • memeblue67
    memeblue67 Posts: 1 Member
    Hello I joined MFP some time ago. I have been going to the gym and watching what I eat. I have had great results but now it is time to get even more healthily.
    It is really motivating to see all your comments. I need to get much fitter to pass my fitness test for my job or I am for the chop!
    Good Luck everyone.
    :smile:
  • Ericia277
    Ericia277 Posts: 10
    I am new as well, I have decided that I am tired of not feeling good about myself, clothes not fitting and general lack of energy to help me keep up with my 3 kids, who are 9,8 and almost 2. I cant diet, it does not work, the minute that someone says, “you cant have that” I want it.. so I life style change it is.. I don’t own a scale – I might have to invest in one, I have been going by the way my clothes fit.. but as us women all know a size 14 is NOT the same in every brand so that has been a little discouraging!
  • il0v3dirt
    il0v3dirt Posts: 14 Member
    It's awesome to have you on here. I'm so addicted to "My Fitness Pal" it's not even funny. I started keeping track of my calories on April 30th - and I'm already down 12lbs. The best thing to do is use this EVERYDAY - don't let yourself forget to add in foods - and if you go over a little at first -- it's ok! I was probably eating like 5000 calories a day - and now everyday I stay under 1900. I already feel so much better about myself. I also workout at least 3 times a week - because without excerise - nothings going to happen. I'm OBSESSED with zumba. Hopefully you have AWESOME results. You can dooo it!! :)
  • uubulldawg06
    uubulldawg06 Posts: 102 Member
    You have joined an amazing site for support. I to despise the word diet and choose lifestyle change. I am on her daily and would love to support you on you journey.
  • brwneyedirish813
    brwneyedirish813 Posts: 67 Member
    We have a lot in common. I added you. I'm also 4'11 started out at 205 lbs - I'm now down 10. And we both live in florida. I'm here if ya need anything. Hope you have a great thursday!
  • phinphanbill26
    phinphanbill26 Posts: 574 Member
    Ashley, the change in your diet needs to be a permanent thing, otherwise referred to as a lifestyle change. Feel free to add me for support!
  • uprightashley
    uprightashley Posts: 39 Member
    Thanks.

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