Eye/Hair Color: blue eyes - hair depends on the mood
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 11
Starting Weight: 217
Goal Weight: 150
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: not eating cause I am bored, depressed, angry, happy blah blah blah
Following any specific plan: nope, just whole food, no sugar, lots of fibre
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: this just "feels" like the time :0) Had a bout with depression last summer (not the first one but the worst one) and now that I am on the mental mend, I need to catch my body up, cause they both need each other to be healthy :0)
Anything else you would like to share with us: Just that I am looking forward to this journey (unlike every other try) and believe I can do it this time !!!!
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 16, 2009
Starting Weight: 224
Goal Weight: 155
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: late night nibbling / exercise
Following any specific plan: no / but, I want to count calories
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: not sure yet ... I'm just sick and tired of being sick and tired
Anything else you would like to share with us: I hope with the support and new virtual friendship I will find the motivation within me to keep on going
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, trips to the mountains, working in the yard
Height:5'5"
Eye/Hair Color:Green/Red (Christmasy!)
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: July 7 2009
Starting Weight: lets see what it is when I get back from vacation
Goal Weight:135
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:my love of the odd bottle of wine!
Following any specific plan:Ultimate Fat Smash
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the pasto I really want to be fat and 50!?!?!?!?!?
Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm leaving in the morning for my vacation up in the mountains, going to start back on Fat Smash as close as I can when I get back. I've done it before and it worked but I never could do the 3 weeks without cheating some. THAT's my goal this time. 3 weeks - no cheating and lets see how it works!
Marital Status: HAPPILY married for the 2nd and FINAL time
Children/Ages: 12 and 5
Occupation: Teacher
Pets: none right now; family dog just died
Hobbies/Interests: reading; writing
Height: 5'3"
Eye/Hair Color: blue/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 1978?????
Starting Weight: 176
Goal Weight: 135
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: self-medicating
Following any specific plan: calorie counting/vast experience with WW and ADA
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am at my highest weight ever and I can't stand my body!
Anything else you would like to share with us:[/QUOTE] Weight loss is what I desire most right now, but it's not my only hurdle to overcome in this journey.
Hi people! I am new to 3FC, but after having read many posts I really like the friendly atmosphere of this place. So, it is time to speak up.
First name: Karyn
Geographical location: currently in upper midwest US
Age: 44
Marital Status: married
Children/Ages: Boy who turns 8 in August, Girl who is 6
Occupation: Domestic Engineer, Homeschool teacher (previously teacher and software trainer)
Pets: 2 - Bubba the farting dog and Spanky the hairball cat
Hobbies/Interests: graphic design, website design
Height: 5' 7"
Eye/Hair Color: blue/green eyes, honey blonde hair with (gasp!!) a few grey hairs in the front that I try desperately to keep from view.
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: This time - July 1
Starting Weight: 350 Goal Weight: 160
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: exercising & portion control
Following any specific plan: Sure - getting off my @$$ and exercising. I have tried many diets & have accumulated a lot of knowledge. For years my calorie intake hasn't been that out of whack - it's the butt hugging of the chair that appears to be my biggest downfall - and portion control on high fat/carbo foods (which I love!!!!!).
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Before I mainly focused on calories and not so much on exercise (since I was a kid I have hated to sweat and get really hot - always thought it was gross and I get really red in the face even if I don't feel that hot). This time I am committing to exercise and focusing on my portion size. I need a plan that I know I can stick to for life, so no food will be off limits - I just need to learn how much I can eat of that food and still lose weight. I'll of course look at calories for awhile so I can adjust portion sizes.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I have this user name because my upper arms look like an old lady who just sits playing bingo all day. You know, the flapping wings? Not at all attractive - which means the wings will probably be the last to get themselves in line.
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First name: Debbie
Geographical location: Gulf Coast (Mobile, AL)
Age: 47
Marital Status: engaged
Children/Ages: 0
Occupation: Teacher
Pets: 3 cats, 1 dog ( all rescues)
Hobbies/Interests: photography, facebook, beach
Height: 5'2"
Eye/Hair Color: Hazel (green/blue); blond
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: all my life? But WLS was April 30, 2008.
Starting Weight: 242
Goal Weight: 160
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: emotional eating
Following any specific plan: WW sometimes
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: people connection and not going to try and do it alone anymore
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Today (seriously)
Starting Weight: 240.5
Goal Weight: 145
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Exercise I hate it and it is too hot!
Following any specific plan: Trying to find one I can stick with.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am having Lap Band in a few months and I have to show I am serious and lose some weight before my surgery
Anything else you would like to share with us: I need a lot of support so I can prove to m husband I am serious.
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Since I was old enough to get on the scale
Starting Weight: This time 221
Goal Weight: 133
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Not turning to food when the going gets tough
Following any specific plan: Not really, eating 3 meals a day with healthy choices; staying away from processed foods. Going for a more "organic" diet.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm not sure except I do want to hit my goal before I turn 50.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I find losing the weight it easy...relatively speaking...it is keeping the weight off that is hard!
First name: Marie (hard to guess given my screen name... )
Geographical location: Southern Oregon, High Mountain Desert
Age: 47 (3 weeks to 48)
Marital Status: Married
Children/Ages: 1 Daughter (24), 1 Son (23), and 1 ADORABLE grandson (3)
Occupation: Database Manager and Webmaster for our school district.
Pets: My beloved huskies: Blizzard Bear (8), Kodiak Bear (7), and Kai Pixie Bear (1). My angel doggies who I will see again someday: Teddybear (husky) and Goldilocks, Sister or Bear (Golden Retriever)
Hobbies/Interests: Huskies, they are such a humongous part of my life and they keep me active as I walk them at least 1.5 miles daily regardless of the weather. Skiing (downhill), swimming, rollerblading, showshoeing, exercising. Crafts - stained glass, sewing (quilting mostly), drawing. Computers... Audiobooks so I can "read" and do things at once.
Height: 5' 6.5"
Eye/Hair Color: Blue (or green depending on my clothes) and blonde (with strands of grey making their way into my tresses)
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: The day I was born, unfortunately. But this last journey began April 25, 2006 with a 20 pound weight gain one year ago.
Starting Weight: 212
Goal Weight: 135
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I like to eat.
Following any specific plan: 1400 cals per day. I log every bite in LoseIt!, an iPhone app. It's a great program.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: It dawned on my last August (after the 20 pound regain) that I have to log the rest of my life. I recruited my DH to monitor my logging (if he sees I'm not logging to ask to see it). I will log the rest of m life because I don't overeat when I do.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I love 3FC. My thread buddies are the BEST lifeline, support group in the world. Thank you to all of you!
Marie
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Boyfriend's snacking habits and my lack of willpower
Following any specific plan: Vegetarian
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I became a vegetarian 2 years ago and since then have gained over 40 more pounds. It seems that I like to substitute sweets for meats. Not good!
Anything else you would like to share with us: I need a hug.
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: CHOCOLATE!!!
Following any specific plan: portion control, counting calories, weighing food {when I remember...working on that part!} Using Fitday. Exercise is good but if I'm eating 4000 calories a day and only buring 3000 I'm going to gain weight! Eat only when I'm hungry, not bored, upset, mad, or whatever!
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Effort on my part??? I usually think/say I need to lose weight but don't really do anything about it.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I lost 72lbs a few years ago, gained about half of it back mostly because I didn't understand 'maintainance", and thought I would be miserable if I DENIED myself anything {like chocolate} but I'm finding I'm not miserable, I don't feel denied, and I can do this.
Children/Ages: 20 yr old son and a 4 mth old daughter
Occupation: Pharma sales, marketing and training
Hobbies/Interests: THE BEACH, my front porch, reading, beading, quilting, good food, friendships, crocheting, walking, biking, adventures
Height: 5' 10"
Eye/Hair Color: Blue/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 7/13/09
Starting Weight: 210 44% body fat
Goal Weight: 21% body fat (about 140lbs)
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: believing that i can do this
Following any specific plan: limit "whites" -- sugar, alcohol and unrefined carbs; weight lifting and interval aerobics
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:
This is the most important priority i have; want to be healthy for life and live to be 105 (seriously); have been surrounded by ill, aging people and am inspired what we can be with good health.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I am inspired by all of your successes and support and am eager to join in with my success too! I am seeking VIBRANCY every day.
Hobbies/Interests: Watching TV - The Closer, Leverage, Grey's Anatomy, Private Practice. Reading, gardening and lately a whole lot of walking!
Height: 5' 4"
Eye/Hair Color: Blue, Blond
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 29, 2009 (one of many starting dates!! - hopefully the last "starting" date!)
Starting Weight: 215
Goal Weight: 140
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Controlling the sweet and starch tooth, sticking to the exercise - "Just Do It!"
Following any specific plan: South Beach, portion control. Walking with Leslie (Sansone - DVD's) and weights.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm not getting any younger and I've just reach the point where I'm tired of feeling so out of shape, bloated, unhealthy and taking so many medications.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I really think I can do it this time and I this just the site to find the support and advice I may need! Thanks!
Hobbies/Interests: music, musicals, hockey, triathlons, relaxing with friends
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:
Starting Weight: 207
Goal Weight: 150
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: myself getting in my way
Following any specific plan: Just trying to eat better and stick to my exercise program
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I don't know...maybe nothing. I am so tired of being fat & tired, but that's not new. I am tired of thinking that everyone who sees me is judging me and I really just want to be happy with myself.
o I really want to be fat and 50!?!?!?!?!?
Howdy!
