Hobbies/Interests: honestly? tv and sleeping. I also enjoy but rarely go hiking, camping, bowling, to the movies, traveling, adventuring, etc... House work and or cooking is fun with a partner, alas I have none.
Height: 5'8''
Eye/Hair Color: blue/ blonde and pink
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 1999 and 12/26/12
Starting Weight: heaviest: 323 (13yrs ago), current 318
Present Weight: 318
Goal Weight: 250 to start, then 180, then reevaluate
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: food, it's delicious and I like to eat it until I have to roll off the couch in pain
Following any specific plan: tracking on daily burn, trying to eat low carb (really just no bread, chips, tortillas, etc) and high protein. Going to focus on strength training over cardio, since I seem to hate it and Dr. Said no weight bearing exercise . This fat chick has a runner inside which can be very depressing, actually.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm older and it's starting to effect me in different ways. My joints hurt, I'm tired all the time, I don't want to become diabetic, I lose circulation in my hands and feet nearly constantly which is horrifying.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I need a lot of help from people who understand, I want a sponsor like AA has. Someone who won't tolerate my excuses or self pity. I'm defiant though, so this could be tricky...
Pets: Toy Poodle Louie and Italian Greyhound Sophie
Hobbies/Interests: Shopping, Baking (and I wonder why I'm fat!), College Basketball, Reading, Sewing, Travel
Height: 5'9"
Eye/Hair Color: Green Eyes, Brown Hair
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: May of 2012
Starting Weight: 278
Present Weight: 258
Goal Weight: 150-ish
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: ME! I am 100% my own worst enemy! Also, my hubby can eat whatever he wants and not gain an ounce so I always feel bad making him eat "diet" food!
Following any specific plan: Just trying to eat smart, less junk and move more. I've done well with weight watchers before so I may try that again.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: We moved to Denver in May and I'm not sure why but I've lost about 20 pounds since we've moved and I feel so much better! I just want to keep the ball rolling.
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Occupation: One of those semi-unemployed graduates you read about
Pets: None with me at the moment
Hobbies/Interests: Crafty things...knitting and the likes
Height: 5'5"
Eye/Hair Color: Grey eyes and brown hair
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 252lbs (yikes)
Starting Weight:252lbs
Present Weight:252lbs
Goal Weight:130lbs
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Binge eating past the point of pain. Fleeting motivation.
Following any specific plan: The getting off my butt plan. I guess I should look into the specifics but so many times I just don't stick to my thought out plans and weight charts...
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I AM ACTUALLY GOING TO DO IT THIS TIME.
Pets: Bo (Australian Shepard), Eshezo (Black kitty that thinks he's a dog), Rose (the kitty who lives under the bed)
Hobbies/Interests: The Real Food Movement, Weston Price Foundation, Reading, Watching TV, Trying to maintain an organized household, Birth (I've thought about becoming a doula someday)
Height: 5'6"
Eye/Hair Color: Hazel/Dark Blonde
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 1/2/2013
Starting Weight: 242
Present Weight: 242
Goal Weight: 140
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Doubt, Guilt, Candy, Girl Scout Cookies, Pizza, Depression, Headaches
Following any specific plan: Metabolic Research Center
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Funny- My husband just asked me the same thing yesterday. We got married in October 2012 and in 2014 we want to start a family. This is the year for me to prepare for a baby. I've read some terrifying statistics on overweight mothers and how it affects their children. I want my future children to have the best start possible.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I love online communities! I hope to find a place to settle in!
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Reason: Being scared to commit to a goal weight. :-/
Hobbies/Interests: horseback riding and horses in general. Reading and writing, also.
Height: 5'0''
Eye/Hair Color: hazel eyes, brown hair
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 01/01/2013
Starting Weight: heaviest: 305.6
Present Weight: 305
Goal Weight: 150 eventually, but right now I'm aiming to be 110 lbs lighter by Dec. 31, 2013. Short term, I'm looking to lose 40 lbs by Easter...
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Myself! I need to keep myself in line and stay motivated. I am my own worst enemy. I KNOW I don't need that cake, or those seconds, and I think that...while going ahead and doing it anyway!
Following any specific plan: Weight Watchers
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I had gestational diabetes with my pregnancy in 2008, which makes me at even higher risk of developing type II diabetes. Recently, I've noticed my asthma, which rarely turns up, has been constant. This past summer...I couldn't go on a couple of the kiddie rides with my daughter...the ones that parents HAVE to ride, too? Yeah, she couldn't go on because I didn't fit. on top of that, for the first time EVER...I had to get off a roller coaster that I've ridden millions of times because I simply couldn't fit. Talk about wake up call!
Anything else you would like to share with us: My husband is also taking this journey with me. He only has about 90 lbs to lose. And it upsets me (even though it shouldn't) when he can just lose weight without really trying. I get grumpy when he reminds me that I shouldn't be eating something (although I've specifically asked him to!)...I just need some compassion and understanding from people who AREN'T my husband...less for myself...than for HIM...so I quit blowing up at him.
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: All of my life. Restart 1/2/13.
Starting Weight: Heaviest 346 about a year ago.
Present Weight: 332
Goal Weight:180
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Afternoon hunger. I stay feeling hungry even with a small meal or snack. Also the losing for good the 10 to 15 pounds I have lost and gained back over and over in the last year.
Following any specific plan: Counting calories and eating real food, less processed.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: My husband has gained weight as well and now he is my get fit buddy.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm determined to only think about 10 pounds at a time. If I think of 100+ pounds to lose I will never make it. So My first goal is 10lbs by February.
Marital Status: Unhappily married, super stressed at home.
Children/Ages: One boy, age 5
Occupation: freelance/ under-employed
Pets: two cats
Hobbies/Interests:varies! Getting into rugby (watching, supporting my son's age group, and trying my best to play women's rugby) Do a bit of yoga. Politics and such like.
Height: 5'5"
Eye/Hair Color:green/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 9 January
Starting Weight: 253
Present Weight:246
Goal Weight: To lose 25 lbs from pre-Christmas starting weight by 15 April. It's a bet I have with my brother. A bit of cheat as I know the 253 was partly water retention. Overall goal - 170, then re-evaluate. Perhaps 150. I'd love to be in the 'normal range', but honestly I've always been a bit heavy for my size, if that makes sense.
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Portion size. Comfort eating. I'm very depressed (though better than I was)
Following any specific plan: Lots of exercise. Eating better, eating less.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm going to weigh myself more regularly to keep myself honest. I don't know. I'm sick of being unfit. I want to run fast and hit hard. I want to feel hot.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I can't believe that I actually need to lose 100 pounds to be in the normal range. It's outrageous. I want to be healthy.
Hobbies/Interests: crafting, crocheting, and cooking (The 3 C's)
Height: 6'1"
Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: It seems to be on going battle, I'm ready for a permanent resolution.
Starting Weight: 285
Present Weight: 285
Goal Weight: 190
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Motivation
Following any specific plan: thinking about joining Weight Watchers
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm doing it by myself. I moved from Washington state about a year ago and left all my weight loss buddies.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I got really depressed when my husband moved us to Arizona. I really missed my dear friends that I had grown up with and just sat inside my house and sulked feeling sorry for myself. Now I am tired of sitting inside and it's time to get my rear in gear!
Occupation: None. On disability due to cancer diagnosis and surgery.
Pets: 1 cat. 1 dog.
Hobbies/Interests: Art, Music, Politics
Height: 5'3
Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Restarted January 1, 2013
Starting Weight: 245 lbs
Present Weight: 239 lbs
Goal Weight: 145 lbs
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Kick the chocolate habit.
Following any specific plan: Whole grains with high vegetable emphasis.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Determination and a talking to from my Oncologist. Realizing that weightloss really is a matter of life and death for me.
Anything else you would like to share with us: Nope but I hope that everyone embarking on their own weight loss journey experiences nothing but success!
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Occupation: Full time student/Part time tutor/Manage the crazy household for my mom
Pets: Little lazy old dog
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, Finding new music, science, technology, crafts, graphic design
Height: 5'8''
Eye/Hair Color: Brown eyes, biologically brown hair, dyed to be bright red
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Jan 13th, 2013
Starting Weight: 329lbs
Present Weight: 329lbs
Goal Weight: 175lbs
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Eating when I'm stressed out, or because I think I have to at meal times.
Following any specific plan: Lots of water, and healthy stuff. Cutting out the sugar is my main priority.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm trying to get healthier before I move. My fiancee has type 1 diabetes and is working on getting it under control, and I need my health better under control so we're both healthy and happy.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I'd love advice from people who've been at this longer than I have. I'm a newbie for sure.
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: My whole life...
Starting Weight:260's
Present Weight:260's
Goal Weight:140's (And/Or six pack abs)
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: My self...and being lazy.
Following any specific plan: Eat better, eat normal human sized meals, Work out and Also try to stay motivated.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: My goal is abs instead of pounds. Also I'm just sick of being fat. I want to not feel crappy all the time.
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. This fat chick has a runner inside which can be very depressing, actually.
Also the losing for good the 10 to 15 pounds I have lost and gained back over and over in the last year. 
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