[Jaguar89]

Hi everyone. I am new to this website. I was once 73 kilos which was pretty healthy for my height which is almost 1.7 metres. I am now overweight due to suffering from a broken heart and eating to calm my nerves. My friend suggested that the first step to losing weight is to find a weight loss role model that inspires you to eat healthy and train hard. It could be someone in your family circle or someone that you've never met before like a celebrity. Do you have a weight loss role model? What is it about this person that prompts you to work hard to become a better version of yourself?

[EagleRiverDee]

There's been a few for me, but this guy is a big one for me. I have a habit of reading or viewing videos of people's success stories to keep myself motivated.

[Jaguar89]

Thank you EagleRiverDee. Much appreciated.

[Angie]

That's a good question. I like to read success stories to get myself motivated. I've known some people who lost a lot of weight, but most of them also regained. Still, I'd say my aunt because she is always on it and trying. I really admire Diana on this site, she posts the daily weigh in and daily accountability threads, she's a great example of sticking with your goals and adjusting as necessary.

[Jaguar89]

Thank you very much Angie.

[Aunrio]

He is not famous but my husband's best friend/best man took up crossfit and lost 180 pounds. He has stayed active in the circuit and married a nationally ranked crossfit competitor. They are a very fit and happy couple that has incorporated healthy food and activity into their quality time. Crossfit is not my thing, but I think the dedication and positive lifestyle changes are admirable.

[Jaguar89]

Originally Posted by Aunrio

He is not famous but my husband's best friend/best man took up crossfit and lost 180 pounds. He has stayed active in the circuit and married a nationally ranked crossfit competitor. They are a very fit and happy couple that has incorporated healthy food and activity into their quality time. Crossfit is not my thing, but I think the dedication and positive lifestyle changes are admirable.

Thanks Aunrio. I'm going to have to look up crossfit because I don't know what it is LOL. Sounds interesting

[Desire2b]

For me it's less specific. My role
models are here. Those who are
trying and keep up the effort.
No matter how much the loss, I
think it'sa challenge to just about
anyone in the weight climate we
currently live in. I admire all of you!

[Jaguar89]

Originally Posted by Desire2b

For me it's less specific. My role
models are here. Those who are
trying and keep up the effort.
No matter how much the loss, I
think it'sa challenge to just about
anyone in the weight climate we
currently live in. I admire all of you!

Thanks Desire2b. That was great insight.

[lesleyanne_g]

My Role model is one of my very best friends

She started her weight loss journey in January 17 and has lost over 6 stone in 6 Months

Shes healthy, fit and looking wonderful, and so very proud of her.

Now its my turn..as her with inspiration, time to try and loose some myself and get into a healthier way of living.

[EagleRiverDee]

Originally Posted by lesleyanne_g

My Role model is one of my very best friends

She started her weight loss journey in January 17 and has lost over 6 stone in 6 Months

Shes healthy, fit and looking wonderful, and so very proud of her.

Now its my turn..as her with inspiration, time to try and loose some myself and get into a healthier way of living.

I think it's really nice you chose a friend! It's lovely how supportive you are of her!

[RCam88]

I think my role model has definitely be my grandpa. He's 75 this year and still looking, feeling fit and healthy as he is in his 40's.

[nerdette]

Jennette Fulda. I'm not sure if her memoir title is in conflict with the forum's guidelines for language/profanity, so I won't post it, but her book has always been really inspirational when I needed help sticking to a diet. Same goes for Stephanie Klein and her fat camp memoir.