Jojo2k11

Hi all, I'm 33, will be 34 this year. I'm in need of the "long haul" type support as I have over 100 lbs to lose. My health isn't the best, for last two years I've had COPD which could have been a misdiagnosis and sleep apnea, which couldn't be fixed until 5 car accidents took place. Right now I just want to work out but…

I didn't know how bad the over estimations were in MFP until I started using my work phone that has a step counter. I have yet to use it while cleaning on the weekends which is where I get the majority of my exercise right now. I'm still trying to find a doctor for my medical issues so exercise is very sporadic for me. I…

You look awesome!!!!!!! I can't wait to see what a year will bring for me. You are a great encouragement to us all!

I'm completely interested, please count me in! I've just started a 5 day clean eating challenge and messed up already because I'm very prepared for dinner, but not much clue on breakfast and lunch. Also, I have a billion questions about meats, fish, budget, etc. Since I basically control the eating menu in our household,…

I needed that. I'm on Day 3 and i'm a hurtin! But, I lost almost 4lbs after the first day and I slept so soundly last night after I did it. I woke up this morning with energy I don't normally have. I'm hoping for good things!

That's awesome! Thanks so much for posting your story. Very encouraging!

I would say yes to that. I think that I have been passed over for jobs before because of my weight, especially when dealing with another woman. Its weird working in a predominantly male field the only time I've even had issues getting a job was when I dealt with women (who gave me the skinny chick once over) in the field.…

This really resonates with me. I was raised in a family that put so much focus on outside appearances (and still does) that sometimes I feel like the fattest, ugliest person in the world. When you have a mother that only complements you when you're wearing makeup and when you don't asks "what happened?" or tells you "Now…

Wow, thanks for that. My life has gotten really complicated really fast. I was telling my fiance' that I could always lose weight and eat right when I didn't have a job because that's all I was focused on. Now, inheriting semi-wifely duties of cooking, cleaning, taking care of a special needs (soon to be) brother-in-law…

Something I learned when I was doing Weight Watchers is that in the event you can't get away, try to find low calorie items at whatever eating places your family stops at. Because I'm constantly on the go, I've found that most places, even fast food spots have a salad of some type and a vinaigrette or low fat something.…

Amy, you can do it! Remember the goal is just to move. That's my focus too. I work so much and get home so late and have new responsibilities that a year ago I didn't have, that I feel like I'm struggling everyday. But if just MOVE more than I did the day before....If I can walk around the block after dinner, If I can walk…

Good Job!! You look awesome!

^^^YES!!!! Tastiness!

Good ideas!!! My mom used to do that as well when I was little, pre-make lunches or dinners for the coming week. Now I see why lol. Yeah I'm working on trying to eat breakfast. I know its important. Also any ideas on type of exercise, like max "bang for buck" so to speak? Since I am of limited time anything that anyone can…

This sounds like just the thing I need to give me the boost I've been looking for. I was recently diagnosed with high blood pressure and am on 2 pills to control it. I'm stressed as all get out with a semi-new relationship (approaching the 1 yr mark), a car accident, oh and I was also diagnosed with GERD. I really want to…

Good Job!! What a difference, you are such an encouragement :) And love the tat!

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Yeah, I'm actually going back and forth between the 5 small meals vs 2-3 meals a day. Honestly, I don't see any difference. Since I started paying attention to what I eat I've noticed I can tell the difference between hunger and thirst and that as long as I stay within my calorie levels I lose weight. Granted, I'm still a…

So like seriously...I need a cheeseburger after that description hahaha...that sounds amazing!!

LMAO!! I heart you hahahahaha And if you go to Hawaii they make spam the best. I suggest you try it there only because they really know how to cook it hahaha

I eat up to 1500 calories a day, but I do 4small meals + dinner. I have a busy life so I eat a lot of on-the-go type stuff and I'm always looking for something low cal to satisfy my chocolate cravings. I don't follow any special diet, just an eating makeover if you will. I'm losing weight successfully, but I live life, try…

Since I started the 5 meals a day, I've been doing 250 - 300 for breakfast and lunch, 50 - 150 for snacks and save majority of cals for dinner.

What an accomplishment! Thank you for sharing and in a year's time! That's really awesome! You look amazing! Great motivation for us to keep going!

Very encouraging!!! You look good girl! Keep it up. I've been here for less than 6mos and I'm really excited what I'll look like a year from now. The pics are very motivational. Thank you for sharing your story!

I used to weigh myself daily, but I obsess over the number which isn't good. I'm not one to pay attention to my body so it really does me no good. Then since I've been staying at my guy's house I've been weighing myself at the end of the day and that's just driving me crazy. I saw myself drop 2lbs, but then because I'm…

So I just ordered this Shred DVD from Amazon. I should get it soon. I'll be late but I'll be joining the group this month.

Total ignore hahahaha

"Just brush it off for now. Be the bigger person"....in the ultimately long-term, smaller body ;) Women can be catty like that and human nature doesn't help with the need for instant gratification. I agree just ignore it. Your "come back" will be your lithe and toned hot body a year from now while she's still yo-yo dieting…

I'm 5'1" and my starting weight was 322. My goal weight is 150 for right now. I've never been a small person so I'm not sure what I'll look like as I start to thin out. The smallest I remember being as a teenager is size 16 and I was a size 12 in junior high. So yeah, all great sizes as an adult, but as a kid it just made…

I'm checking out bodyrock.tv right now...You are awesome. I'm going to incorporate this in my life! And congrats on the progress! You're lookin' good!