looking to lose over 100 pounds, anyone else?

mandiibayybee
mandiibayybee Posts: 53
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Hi there, so I'm a 22 year old stay at home mom. I joined yesterday! I'm looking to change my life forever. I have always been the "fat kid" all through school, and I'm done, I'm almost 250 pounds - I never want to see 300. I am looking to lose over 100 pounds and it be nice to have someone who's trying to do the same thing. This is my first time every trying to lose the pounds. And I don't really know fully on what I am doing and what I have to do. It would be nice to have the motivation and the help!
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  • LeeshaNichole
    LeeshaNichole Posts: 179 Member
    I am also trying to loose 100+ pounds also! Here if you need encouragement, I'm here. Thank you for adding me! :smile:
  • dyskras
    dyskras Posts: 54
    Welcome! I'm trying to lose over 100 too.

    Everyone here is very helpful/informative. . Feel free to add me and feel free to ask questions!
  • amillerbutta
    amillerbutta Posts: 15
    I am already friends with you but I wanted to let you know that our stories are a lot the same. I have always been overweight and was already the "fat" friend all through school. I was not comfortable with myself at all. I have always said that I need to lose weight but I never got real serious over it. Well I stepped on the scale and I was 240 lbs, I could not believe it so it was the time for a change my goal is to be 135 but I will be happy if I can get to 160-150 lbs.


    Anyone else please feel free to add me!!!
  • LeeshaNichole
    LeeshaNichole Posts: 179 Member
    I am already friends with you but I wanted to let you know that our stories are a lot the same. I have always been overweight and was already the "fat" friend all through school. I was not comfortable with myself at all. I have always said that I need to lose weight but I never got real serious over it. Well I stepped on the scale and I was 240 lbs, I could not believe it so it was the time for a change my goal is to be 135 but I will be happy if I can get to 160-150 lbs.


    Anyone else please feel free to add me!!!

    Your story sounds so much like mine! I am around 280 though-time to get my butt in gear! Good luck, I wish you the best! :smile:
  • melissarosati77
    melissarosati77 Posts: 32
    My goal is 217 pounds. I just started this. :)
  • LeeshaNichole
    LeeshaNichole Posts: 179 Member
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  • LeeshaNichole
    LeeshaNichole Posts: 179 Member
    My goal is 217 pounds. I just started this. :)
    Good luck with your journey!!
  • rhonniema
    rhonniema Posts: 522 Member
    Me too!
  • madelonism
    madelonism Posts: 292 Member
    I still have 109 pounds to lose
  • mnskagirl
    mnskagirl Posts: 9
    Everyone is amazing on this site!!!!! I am certainly no pro, however I am here if anyone needs support........ :smile: Blessing to you all!!!
  • XjuliaXannX
    XjuliaXannX Posts: 67 Member
    i don't need to lose 100 pounds any more; But after my first pregnancy i gained over 100 pounds! it was not east to take that weight off but it CAN HAPPEN! i went from 240 pounds to about 135 in about a year and a half. It takes so much dedication but i know that you all can do it! Good luck on all of your journeys to be the best you that you can be (:
  • hulkklogan
    hulkklogan Posts: 77 Member
    My ultimate goal is to get to 220 (I'm 6'3). I started at 363, so I am looking at losing a total of 143 pounds. I'm at 90 lost now and I can tell you it's been an amazing journey. A journey of ups and downs. Of self-loathing and self-discovery. I'm learning who I truly am and what I am capable of and it is absolutely fantastic. I wish you the absolute BEST of luck and great health. The best advice I can give is STAY STRONG!! Do NOT let outside influences work your head into a fit. Do you what you know in your heart is right and follow MFP. You will get there :) Our stories are very similar. I was always the fat kid in the group and got picked on all of the time, by both friends and foes. I used to absolutely hate myself. But I'm learning to love myself and embrace the positives I have. As you lose weight and gain confidence, you will do the same. You will learn what you've likely missed out on throughout most of your life, as I had.
  • alexmommy25
    alexmommy25 Posts: 3
    HI!! I know how you feel girl! I am a 31 year old, and I became a Stat at Home Mom in December when my son was born. I too need to lose 100 lbs! I have already lost 40 since giving birth, and I STILL have another 100 lbs to go. I would love to have someone to go through this journey with me. I just started on 6/19/12.
  • alexmommy25
    alexmommy25 Posts: 3
    That is FANTASTIC!
  • dfborders
    dfborders Posts: 474 Member
    Overall I would like to use over 150 pounds - for right now I am just trying for the first 10 pounds!!
  • mandiibayybee
    mandiibayybee Posts: 53
    Thanks so much everyone who has said something! I wish you all the best of luck in your journeys! Keep working hard for what you want and you will succeed! Anyone have any tips or good workouts for a newbie like me?
  • hulkklogan
    hulkklogan Posts: 77 Member
    Overall I would like to use over 150 pounds - for right now I am just trying for the first 10 pounds!!

    baby steps. I rarely ever think about how much more I have to go.. I just take it day by day. That is the best way to go about it, IMO.
    Thanks so much everyone who has said something! I wish you all the best of luck in your journeys! Keep working hard for what you want and you will succeed! Anyone have any tips or good workouts for a newbie like me?

    Just get out and move. Actually, for people who have a lot to lose, I usually recommend NO exercise for the first 2 months. I know that sounds illogical and crazy, but it's true. Your diet is the vast majority of where your weight loss comes from. Think of it in terms of caloric deficit.. the easiest and most efficient way to create a caloric deficit is to eat less, and eat healthier. Generally speaking, healthier foods are less dense in calories. So, focus on meeting your calorie goal set by MFP for the first month or two.. then get outside! Walking is a key point in getting ready for exercise. Don't go out there and kill yourself thinking you're going to lose TONS of weight because you will burn yourself out and you'll be tired and stop going. Just get out and get used to exercise, get a routine going. 2 miles a day, at least 4 times a week That is key. When you feel like what you're doing is much too easy and you feel like walking is not enough, then you can throw in some light weight lifting (to build up some muscle definition) and some sprinting. Walking will not really kick your metabolism another notch up, but it will help you metabolize fats (which your body will when in a calorie deficit). Sprints and weight lifting will kick your metabolism up a notch.
  • bigoboo1
    bigoboo1 Posts: 13
    Hi I am also trying to loose 100+ lbs! I am awaiting for my sister to join in so that we can meet some friends together. Until then, i will love to get started with some new friends. I forgot to mention that I did sign in before, maybe 6 months or so, but I used my cell phone, which gave me little options of meeting anyone. I thought I was just using this site to count my calorie consumptions. lol! Now that I am using PC, I am able to update my profile and meet new people!
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    bigoboo1 Posts: 13
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  • bigoboo1
    bigoboo1 Posts: 13
    Walking is a key point in getting ready for exercise. Don't go out there and kill yourself thinking you're going to lose TONS of weight because you will burn yourself out and you'll be tired and stop going. Just get out and get used to exercise, get a routine going. 2 miles a day, at least 4 times a week That is key.
    Thanks for the valuable information. You are correct!
  • gatsby018
    gatsby018 Posts: 58 Member
    Hi, I am 33 and a stay at home mom to three(9,5,1). I was always the fat kid in school. I was pushing 200 when I graduated high school. I got up to 280. I just joined MFP last month and I love it. I set mini goals for myself. My new goal is to weigh 199. My ultimate goal is 150-155. The hardest part is trying to get my family to eat healthy with me. I find myself picking off the kids' plates. i joined Curves with a friend last month and so far so good. This week I added in treadmill walking/running. I know this is a long journey, but it is so worth it.
  • Neraks
    Neraks Posts: 30 Member
    Hi Everyone,

    I've been on MFP for a week, I'm looking to loose over 100 lbs also. Please feel free to add me if you like, I would really like the accountability and support.
  • airlily
    airlily Posts: 212 Member
    You can do it! This site is a really big help. :D
  • Leisa007
    Leisa007 Posts: 12 Member
    I have been using this site faithfully since 3/5/2012 and have lost 40lbs:) Anything is possible...if you want it badly enough.
    I'll be adding you. :flowerforyou:
  • itskaraxx
    itskaraxx Posts: 46
    I'm also trying to lose 100 pounds!
    Feel free to add me =)
  • mrsjacksn
    mrsjacksn Posts: 113
    Yes, I need to lose 100 + pounds. Feel free to add me.
  • tedinger4given
    tedinger4given Posts: 12 Member
    I too have over 100 pounds to lose. I set mini goals along my journey, this helps to feel like I can accomplish it. If I looked at the big picture it would be so far out of my reach I wouldn't have the drive to do it. I hope this can help you. Anyone needing friends can feel free to add me as well.
  • amykins68
    amykins68 Posts: 30 Member
    Yes...I have over 100 to lose as well. The support here is fabulous! Feel free to add me as a friend. Good luck!
  • _SpeshK_
    _SpeshK_ Posts: 496 Member
    If you look in the groups, you'll see one called "100+ to lose"
    You should join!
  • angel4evergvng
    angel4evergvng Posts: 46 Member
    I also have over 100 pounds to lose-

    I was browsing around MFP this evening and stumbled across this link-

    http://youtu.be/qX9FSZJu448

    It is truely AMAZING and I hope everyone watches it

    remember.... NEVER GIVE UP!!!

    ~~~hugzzz

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