Bigger is not always better

stacy_7171
stacy_7171 Posts: 21
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Hi everyone,

I'm Stacy, a 40 year old wife and mom from Oregon, USA. I've been reading some of the posts from people also new to this site, and I have to say, I feel like the big girl on the block.. I have 66 pounds to lose to get to my goal weight. I plan on photo-documenting my journey, and so yesterday I took my first set of pics. I knew I was overweight, but I had no idea that I looked *that* big.

I have decided to set mini-goals for myself, with my first goal to lose 10% of my weight. In my case, I'm starting at 184 pounds, so that would be a loss of approximately 18 pounds.

Anyway, I'm looking forward to getting to know other people and to share in the process of becoming healthier and thinner.

Best of luck to everyone,

Stacy
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  • SamanthaD23
    SamanthaD23 Posts: 53 Member
    I have 146 lbs to lose. So you ain't all that :)

    Welcome, hello. Goodluck :)

    Oh and please add me if you like :)
  • Christi6604
    Christi6604 Posts: 247 Member
    I've lost 65 so far and have another 15 to go...so I'm with illonavamp. :laugh:
  • stacy_7171
    stacy_7171 Posts: 21
    Enjoyed your humorous and friendly reply! Thanks. :laugh:

    I've noticed that several people have skinny profile pics, but say they have a lot of weight to lose. Either they carry their weight from the neck down, or these are "Before They Were Big" photos. Personally, I'm waiting until I lose one of my chins before I post a profile photo. I'm chicken that way.
  • stacy_7171
    stacy_7171 Posts: 21
    Congrats, Christi, on your weight loss thus far. That must feel so wonderful. I'm so envious!
  • nik0878
    nik0878 Posts: 10 Member
    I know what you mean. However, after being overweight for awhile, I have mastered the "fat girl angle" when taking pictures lol. Most of my pictures on facebook are just of my face. I have about 40-45 lbs to lose....
    Enjoyed your humorous and friendly reply! Thanks. :laugh:

    I've noticed that several people have skinny profile pics, but say they have a lot of weight to lose. Either they carry their weight from the neck down, or these are "Before They Were Big" photos. Personally, I'm waiting until I lose one of my chins before I post a profile photo. I'm chicken that way.
  • susandhicks69
    susandhicks69 Posts: 2 Member
    You're not alone in this battle. I have 50 pounds to lose before I reach my goal weight.
  • michellegoljar
    michellegoljar Posts: 36
    I have afurther 67 to lose by january (for medical reasons) and then probablt a further 28 after that???

    This site is fab for support

    Add me if you would like to
  • MommaKit79
    MommaKit79 Posts: 852
    When I started, I had 50 lbs to lose to get to my First, feel-comfortable, see-how-I-Look goal of 200lbs. So, Good Luck on your journey!! Feel free to add me if you want! :)
  • schonkreuz
    schonkreuz Posts: 493 Member
    I know, I see all these people with 4-30 lbs to lose and I;m like =.=. Also the "fat girl angle" comment gave me a good chuckle.
  • galegetsthin
    galegetsthin Posts: 1,340 Member
    Uhm......... Your STARTING weight is how much I have lost so far. I have lost 184 lbs and still have about 20 to go........ You are NOT the big girl!!!!!
  • MikeDaMotivator
    MikeDaMotivator Posts: 1,144
    Welcome Stacey. Everything will workout.
  • KellyAlyssa84
    KellyAlyssa84 Posts: 90
    Good luck! It's great that you set little goals, I think that's the best approach than trying to tackle it head on--which can be very frustrating and overwhelming. You got this.
  • AnitaVolpato
    AnitaVolpato Posts: 204 Member
    Hi Stacy! I am Anita a almost 38 year old new stay at home mother. Good luck on your weight loss. I have 50 lbs to lose to be back to my normal weight. I don't have any recent pics because I hide from the camera, actually there is one on my profile but it's a neck up photo just a chunky face staring at you...LOL... I am not used to being overweight. I have a 9 month old that is my 3rd child but the weight didn't come off this time? If you need to talk I am around here everyday. I stay home every now and then I get a chance to go to Walmart or Kroger's... but that is about it... LOL.... :)
  • LeighLeighCruz
    LeighLeighCruz Posts: 5
    I like the photo tracking idea, I do the same thing because often when I'm on the scale I get discouraged, but the camera doesn't lie (Unless like a lot of us you have mastered the "angle" lol) and I can see the changes happening to my body. Often that is what keeps me going. Also keep in mind that when people start to lose weight it goes from the top to bottom so possibly (like my pic) they have lost weight and it shows in their face most. Iv lost 30 before I joined the site starting 225, still 30 to go until goal, always looking for support so feel free to add if you please.

    Best of luck on your journey
  • rmil102
    rmil102 Posts: 11
    I need to know about this 'fat girl' angle!! :-)

    I don't have a double chin normally but it appears sometimes when I smile on photos and I hate it!!! I know losing weight will help and I'm doing that but until then what ate your tips for a good pose???
  • kie_kie
    kie_kie Posts: 106 Member
    I have 146 pounds to lose! now thats a whole lot lol. Just taking everything one step at a time tho. As for the "fat girl angle" I think I have mastered it lol. A lot of people see me and exclaim how different I look from my photos ( I nice way of saying how much fatter I look)
  • verptwerp
    verptwerp Posts: 3,659 Member
    Welcome ...... and do not be afraid :flowerforyou:

    I lost 40+ lbs a few years back & maintained ...... now I'm going to lose some more ...... and if I can lose weight, anyone can !

    This is a great adventure ...... happy losing !
  • senyosmom
    senyosmom Posts: 613 Member
    Enjoyed your humorous and friendly reply! Thanks. :laugh:

    I've noticed that several people have skinny profile pics, but say they have a lot of weight to lose. Either they carry their weight from the neck down, or these are "Before They Were Big" photos. Personally, I'm waiting until I lose one of my chins before I post a profile photo. I'm chicken that way.

    I used a pic of my son as my profile picture :)
  • LeighLeighCruz
    LeighLeighCruz Posts: 5
    haha fat girl angle is usually from up above, head turned a little to the side for me :0)
  • Puppygirl29
    Puppygirl29 Posts: 14
    Hey, Stacy
    Just the fact the you are here and trying to improve your health is a wonderful!
    Good for you! Take it a day at a time, a pound at a time and keep moving forward!
    You are not alone! YOU GO GIRL!:smile:
  • jordanreddick
    jordanreddick Posts: 197 Member
    Believe me, you ARE NOT the big girl, I've lost 82.5 and still have 17 to go, You are starting out weighing less than I do now after my huge loss, In this case, you would be considered one of the small ones, take it from someone who knows!
  • 1DayMarathonRnner
    1DayMarathonRnner Posts: 120 Member
    My overall goal is to lose 101 pounds. That would let me say I am 199. If I follow the "ideal weight scale" I have to lose 130. I haven't been that small since 6th grade. I have a large frame as well,so I figure I am going to lose until I feel comfortable.
  • Selgar
    Selgar Posts: 31 Member
    I am looking to lose about the same amount as you - And although my profile pic ,might not look like it, that is because I don't seem to keep around too many recent fat girl pics! I'm just hoping to one day look close to my profile pic again!! :wink: Feel free to add me!
  • SmallMimi
    SmallMimi Posts: 541 Member
    Welcome, I've lost 66 of the 90 pounds I have to lose. You can do it!
  • robinhardysmall
    robinhardysmall Posts: 246 Member
    Welcome ~ it's a great place and we are all differnt sizes here- my pic is a face pic for a reason- didn't want to scare others with a full body shot!!!

    I've got alot to lose- but I'm setting small goals - I've lost 52 pounds from my high- but still have another 42 to go for my interim goal and then we will see from there- feel free to add me as a friend if you need support :)
  • Yes2HealthyAriel
    Yes2HealthyAriel Posts: 453 Member
    From starting weight of 201, I want to lose somewhere between 75 and 85 pounds. Already down 20. I am only 5'1" and am carrying around a lot of extra weight.

    Oh I am originally from Oregon. I miss it and all my family and friends a lot. I have lived in the deep south though for the last 3 years. Feel free to add me for support and encouragement.
  • NeverGoinBack2012
    NeverGoinBack2012 Posts: 49
    I have 40 lbs to lose. There are lots of folks on here needing to lose 50+. You are not alone. We are all in this together. Feel free to friend me for some support and access to my food diary. Good luck!!!!
  • stacy_7171
    stacy_7171 Posts: 21
    Thanks so much, everyone, for the friendly welcome, advice, and for sharing your story. You guys are fabulous! I really am blown away by how many people posted a nice, friendly reply to my entry.

    So, now that I know about the "fat girl angle"....who knows, maybe I can soon post my pic. :blushing:
  • Skeena4
    Skeena4 Posts: 209 Member
    I Love LOVE LOVE Oregon! I live in BC and we go there on road trips as often as we can! I have about 35 lbs to lose to get to the higher end of "normal" according to all the charts, but I'd like to end up with a decent body fat % where i can see a bit of definition. This is a LONG WAYS away for me!
    My current plan is just staying under my calorie goals, hydrating enough and doing Insanity and still being alive at the end of each workout! :-)
    Friend request sent!!
  • Dawn3218
    Dawn3218 Posts: 80
    Uhm......... Your STARTING weight is how much I have lost so far. I have lost 184 lbs and still have about 20 to go........ You are NOT the big girl!!!!!


    WOW!!
    Just looked at your profile - amazing weight loss - you look fantastic :flowerforyou: This is a BIG inspiration to the OP and the rest of us!!

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