I am seeing a lot of common themes, especially relate to the stuff about emotional eating and the desperation.
I am doing this via my phone, so I may have to do it in parts .
Name: Anna
Age: 30
Location: canada
Marital status: single and dating
Children: one girl, 9
Occupation: I work in a busy office
Pets: windowsill herbs, sometimes my moms choc lab (dog)
Hobbies/interests: dancing, reading, writing, massage and the body, camping and hiking
Height: five foot one
Hair and eye colour: brunette, sea-changing
Starting date of weight loss journey: every morning.
Starting weight and present weight: 226
Goal weight: 140-145
Biggest hurdle to overcome: the need to avoid feelings, fear of failure, self-Reliance to the point of isolation and nervous breakdown, control and fear of control
First name: three (seriously: only my family and my boss use the name on my birth certificate any more)
Geographical location: minden, ontario
Age: 45
Marital Status: complicated with issues
Children/Ages: nikkita - 26 (in 3wks); caiti - 23; saari - 5
Occupation: assistant manager at a small-town bookshop
Pets: dandelion ("dandy"), border collie mix, 3-1/2yrs; rufus - orange tabby; she-who-must-not-be-named, tricolour, who knows how old.
Hobbies/Interests: powerlifting/bodybuilding; internet; books; dog training; alternative healing; anything else that strikes my autodidactical fancy.
Height: five-two and a bit
Eye/Hair Color: dishwater/grey
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: [just so you know: i HATE that term - "journey"; on my list right up there with the words "poignant", "bittersweet", and "moist". bonus points if you know what that last one referred to] this time around, march 1st.
Starting Weight: 230
Present Weight: 215
Goal Weight: 125... 135... somewhere around there. i'll know it when i see it.
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: ... money. it's bloody expensive to keep up with the shakes but it would be even more expensive trying to do it on whole foods alone.
Following any specific plan: medically-supervised VLCD (750cal/day)
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: nothing, really. both times i did this before succeeded - i deliberately chose to gain it all back.
Anything else you would like to share with us: i have asperger's so i'm socially dysfunctional. i also tend to use words as if they were sledgehammers - lack of delicacy and tact, is what i mean. if i post something and you think you're offended, then it really wasn't meant to be so. i don't beat around the bush if i'm out to offend someone.
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Continued. .. (Anna)
any specific food plan: yes, and it may evolve over time into what exactly I don't know but currently its this: fooddiary in Calorie Counter app , try to fill up on more than half my calories in the first half of the day while my brains still working and I can choose high protein low glycemic foods, preferably organic whole foods and good quality meat but let's face it I take what I can get. No added sugar, and preferably gluten free.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past? : THIS. I'be been in OA and trying to sidestep the food plan part. I've never admitted I might actually have a goal weight. I've never dared admit I want it. In fact I've rebelled against anything and everything that might resemble dieting. So being here and facing the physical stuff is different for me!
Marital Status: In a domestic partnership with a large ginger man
Children/Ages: Daughter - 14, Son - 10
Occupation: Research Scientist
Pets: My cat - 14 (awesome), his cat - 6 mo (jerk cat).
Hobbies/Interests: reading, camping, travel, sex.
Height: 5'10.5"
Eye/Hair Color: Blonde/Grey
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 03/05/12
Starting Weight: 298
Present Weight: 262
Goal Weight: 170 (for now)
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Anemia (=fatigue) and knowing when I am full (ie full does not equal stuffed to the point of wanting to vomit)
Following any specific plan: Less food IN, more workOUT.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm in my 30s now, and was recently diagnosed with sleep apnea. TERRIFYING wake-up call.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm so grateful this place exists!!!
Hobbies/Interests: Reading...baking...crafty projects...Watching University of Kentucky basketball and Alabama football
Height: 5'3
Eye/Hair Color: Green eyes and the hair color changes quite often, but it's dark now
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 04/09/2012
Starting Weight: 230 lb
Present Weight: 215
Goal Weight: For now, I'm saying 115. I have a small frame but I'm not sure just how low will be healthy for me.
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: My mama's cooking!
Following any specific plan: I plan on giving the Fast 5 a shot!
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: It gets harder to lose the weight every time I let it slide. I would like to start having children in the next few years and I want to be healthy.
Anything else you would like to share with us: This is my first post here but I've been lurking for a while. I've never been part of an online community like this, but I hope it will be a good source of encouragement and a learning tool.
Present Weight: No idea. I'm weighing once a month. Since the scale drives me mad I'm trying to find other ways to measure my progress.
Goal Weight: 150
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: 3 words... CHICK-FIL-A lol But seriously, portion control and exercise are my weaknesses.
Following any specific plan: Not really, just lowering my carb intake and exercising.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm in my 30's, ready to start having children, and I want to be healthy & fit before Motherhood.
Pets: 1 cat, Cap'n Jack (after Cap'n Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean)
Hobbies/Interests: Salsa Dancing, Yoga, Gardening, Home maintenance, Reading, Walking, Fitness, Healthy/organic cooking, stumbleupon, pylometric workouts, relaxation, health & balance, tai chi, smoothies
Height: 5'5"
Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: birth? haha... age 10/11
Starting Weight: highest weight = 260
Present Weight: 152
Goal Weight: 149 at dr's office (first of all just 149 at home though)
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: dealing with medication stuff & bipolar disorder challenges... also staying motivated & inspired. and minimizing stress!
Following any specific plan: trying to take inspiration from lots of ideas but don't believe in restrictions ---that said---but no refined carbs, only whole grains... no refined sugars... no desserts... no chocolate (I don't eat caffeine)... but once in a while i make an exception. lots of fruits, lots of vegetables. (as much fruits and veggies as possible. try to minimize animal fat and replace it with vegetable fat eg nuts or avocado.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am staying focused, not giving up, keeping a food journal, and paying attention to it every day. letting go of self criticism and just keep trying.
Anything else you would like to share with us: the mantra my friend gave me is "losing weight is easy"... that's my weight loss mantra.
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Hobbies/Interests: Generally speaking, I enjoy exercise (Zumba, biking, walking/running, yoga, pilates), but have been in a funk for a while now. Otherwise, I love reading, bargain hunting, watching movies (and good tv shows), pinning (as in Pinterest), and cooking. I have just started trying my hand at growing some veggies & herbs, too!
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: This time around: 04/16/2012
Starting Weight: 269.4
Present Weight: 263.6
Goal Weight: 155.0-ish
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: binging
Following any specific plan: McDougall Maximum Weight Loss Plan
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I believe that it has finally sunk in that I am slowly killing myself from my horrid eating habits. I now realize that there is a direct correlation between my health (and longevity) and what I consume each day.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I've been a vegetarian for nearly 12 years and began transitioning to a vegan way of life earlier this year.
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Eye/Hair Color: Blue and depends on my mood, lol. Dark Blonde naturally but right now it's Auburn.
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: TODAY
Starting Weight: Not sure no scale 245 ish
Present Weight: see above
Goal Weight: 150
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: over-eating
Following any specific plan: none
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:
I want to be able to do things with my son and for myself and my health.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I am scared to commit to this weight loss journey, I am addicted to food, but for myself and my son, I will do this, one pound at a time.
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 235 (just starting- highest I have ever been)
Starting Weight: 235
Present Weight: 235
Goal Weight: 140
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I have a sweet tooth and retain water like CRAZY.
Following any specific plan: Low carbohydrate
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am sick of living in this skin and it is getting to the point where I do not want to leave the house.
Anything else you would like to share with us: >.>
Pets: Delilah- 2 year old Chihuahua/rat terrier mix & the love of my life. Two cats, Luna (2 years) & Stormy (1 year), each were found in my yard when they were kittens.
Hobbies/Interests: Reading. I don’t really have too much time for anything else since I’m a full time student.
Height: 5’4”
Eye/Hair Color: Hazel/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: April, 2012
Starting Weight: 283
Present Weight: 277.4
Goal Weight: 140 realistically, 120 in a perfect world!
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Wow, too many to count. I think fear is number one. I’m so afraid that I’ll quit when the going gets tough and all my hard work will go down the drain. Also, I have a very hard time limiting my caloric intake. I hate being hungry, and I have been known to binge. I need to train my body into being okay with being hungry.
Following any specific plan: Calorie counting and trying to get 30 minutes of intense cardio at least 4 times a week.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: In the past five years, I’ve gained over 100 lbs. This was largely due to depression and everything that goes along with that. I didn’t own a scale for the longest time; I guess I thought that if I didn’t weigh myself, I wasn’t really gaining weight, even though I kept having to buy bigger clothes. Being weighed in at doctor’s appointments and being faced with reality always put me in a funk, but I would just go home and eat. Two years ago, at the age of 25 and 256 lbs, I was put on blood pressure meds, but nothing stopped me from eating.
In February, I went to the doctor’s and weighed in at 283. That’s my highest weight ever. So, when I went home after that appointment, I did what I always did and ate. For 2 months. Finally, I came to the realization that if I were to continue at this pace, what’s to stop me from getting up to 500 lbs? So I started eating healthier and exercising at the beginning of April, and just bought a scale last week. I’m starting to count my calories, rather than just eyeballing portion sizes, and considering going on a specific diet, like Weight Watchers or Medifast.
I feel like I can do it this time, since I found this great forum
Anything else you would like to share with us: I feel like I just shared my life story, lol. I think that’s it. Good luck to everyone! Keep your eye on the prize!
Hobbies/Interests: hanging out with my friends, partying- haha
Height: 5’9”
Eye/Hair Color: Brown/black
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: April 30, 2012 (TODAY!!!)
Starting Weight: 230
Present Weight: 230
Goal Weight: 130
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:
-I've failed so many times before, and I'm just so scared i'll fail again
-Commitment issues... i absolutely can't commit to ANYTHING!!!
-Binge eating
-Emotional eating
-Being around skinny people all the time!!
Following any specific plan:
-A variation of the C25K plan, except running 20-30 mins EVERY weekday
-Strength training (various exercises on various muscle groups) EVERY weekday
-Giving myself a treat/reward on the weekend for every week that i stick with this plan
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:
-I'm only 17 and i've already been on more diets than I could count/remember so this is really coming out of desperation. I don't want to spend my years in college being fat and ruining something that could potentially be the best years of my life.. I've suffered enough from my weight (mostly internal conflicts) and I would just love for all of that to end before I begin to pursue my career.. btw, i want to be a psychologist!
A month ago... I started to see back fat and HORRIFYING STRETCH MARKS on my stomach and thighs. They freaked the **** out of me and I know I could never live like this anymore. Being fat is terrible and I want to change my life before I have the chance to look back and regret not losing weight. There's no reason for me to look like this and there's certainly no way I could ever be happy looking like this.
Anything else you would like to share with us:
Before I even press 'post' I can already imagine all the people on this forum judging me and thinking that I'm just another teenager looking to lose weight to look hot for college and get a hot boyfriend. I wont deny that. However, what you have to know is that I'm in no way looking for a 'quick fix.' I've given myself 13 months (until June, 2013) to lose 100 pounds, and I will not stop until I reach that goal.
p.s. I'm REALLY looking for a buddy (or buddies) that support me in this weight loss journey, because from experience, I know that it's practically impossible to do i on our own.
Please feel free to message me if you're at all interested!!
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: This FINAL one...4/30/12
Starting Weight: 328.5
Present Weight: 325
Goal Weight: 170
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Thinking it's okay to have cheat meals, and then going crazy with it.
Following any specific plan: Counting calories and exercising
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm consuming 1,200 calories of "healthy" foods instead of low-carbing it.
Anything else you would like to share with us: A year from now my goal is to look back at this post and say "that was the starting point of my happier, healthy life."
lol But seriously, portion control and exercise are my weaknesses.
