Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:
About 12. Most recently 6/11/2013
Starting Weight:
262
Present Weight:
242
Goal Weight:
160
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:
My emotional connection to food.
Following any specific plan:
Counting calories, recording on Loseit, focusing on protein and veggies and fruit.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:
I'm diabetic and I never too it very seriously since it wasn't that bad. At my last dr appointment my A1c was 7.9. Dr said if I didn't do something soon, I'd end up injecting insulin. So I'm tracking my sugar now and cutting back on carbs. My blood sugar is normal every morning now - after only five weeks of working on it.
Anything else you would like to share with us:
I have a different feeling about losing weight this time. It doesn't seem impossible and the healthy stuff actually tastes good to me now. I feel like I'm really doing something right this time and that I can really turn my health around.
Pets: I'm a total crazy cat lady! I have 4 cats in total, a black cat named Mika, a white one named Snookie, a Torti named Arabella, and two peach colored cats named Henry and Garfield, I love each and every one of them.
Hobbies/Interests: Playing the ukulele, singing, writing music, theatre arts, psychology, and more.
Height: 5'1" ½
Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Dark brown.
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Almost a month ago now. (I don't have the specific date, unfortunately.)
Starting Weight: 238
Present Weight: 222
Goal Weight: 135
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: For me, the biggest hurdle is just abstaining from unhealthy eating. I have to remind myself that unhealthy food isn't the only food that tastes good, and just because it tastes good, doesn't mean I need it.
Following any specific plan: I'm eating vegetarian, counting calories & fat, and keeping a daily exercise routine.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Well, I've been overweight my whole life, it's just been a struggle that I've had to deal with, and in my past weight loss efforts, I was so young, and immature, with hardly no will power, and even though I'm still young now, I've come to realize how important it is that I lose weight, not only will I look better, but I'll feel better, and life will be easier. I have more will power, and faith in myself, I'm in it for the long run this time.
It's very nice to meet every one of you, I wish you all the best of luck!
Occupation: Currently between jobs but I normally do cashier-type things
Pets: My cat (see avatar) <3
Hobbies/Interests: Writing, drawing, reading (especially interested in fantasy), cats, hobbits, video games and mmo's (currently playing Rift together with boyfriend), walking
Height: 5'2"
Eye/Hair Color: Blue-grey
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: This time? July 02, 2013
Starting Weight: 258.8lbs
Present Weight: 246lbs
Goal Weight: 120lbs
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Emotional eating, being bored
Following any specific plan: Kind of old school Weight Watchers mostly, as well as keeping count of my calories
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Going to do this for myself! Plus coming here is very different than anything I've done before
Anything else you would like to share with us: I am really happy to be here! In general my family has given me a lot of support but there are some things I don't know if I really can share with them, you know? Like how much I look to lose in the end, and how much of a longterm this thing is going to be
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Hobbies/Interests:Emailing,Chatting Online, Watching t.v/movies,Listening to music,Hanging out with my best friend when she comes to town, Spending time with my fiance, Dog and my family.
Height: 5'1
Eye/Hair Color: Both Brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: May 2013
Starting Weight: 294
Present Weight: 291
Goal Weight: 150
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Learning to eat smaller amounts
Following any specific plan: Nope
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Im seeing results this time around
Anything else you would like to share with us:Backstory: I was thin growing up, I didnt start gaining weight until after high school in 03, I wasnt in sports growing up so I didnt have that to cont. with after high school if there are sports you can do after high school but while in high school P.E. kept me in shape but after high school I guess you can say I got lost/or bored, That was probably it boredom started cause for 12 years I had something to do every day and like I said I had P.E to keep me in shape and then after high school it was like Woah What am I suppose to do now? So I just didnt do anything and now 11 years afterwards Im kicking my self in the butt for not being more active so now Im trying to become more active, I just wish I did it before I gained so much weight.
this is the fist time I've ever come across this thread. I like it.
First name: Crystal
Geographical location: Northern Manitoba, Canada
Age: 38
Marital Status: Never married recently single after a 22 year relationship.
Children/Ages: 1 Daughter, 21 years old
Occupation: Sr Inside sales rep for large rental company.
Pets: Reggie the Yorkie, and Milo the fat orange cat. (My real life Garfield and Odie , except the dog is the boss).
Hobbies/Interests: Reality TV - Survivor, Amazing Race, Big Bbrother, Biggest loser. I would love to travel more but no-one to go with.
Height: 5'4 and a 1/2
Eye/Hair Colour: Brown eyes, Light Red (orangish) hair.
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Started taking it seriously Feb 2013
Starting Weight: 256 at highest, 230 in Feb 2013
Present Weight: Morning weigh-in 193.8
Goal Weight: 170 I will be thrilled, dream weight I'm thinking 145-150 we'll see.
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I love fast food Pizza in specific. I have no-one to answer to but me. Luckily, me has be saying no.
Following any specific plan: Calorie counting. Averaging 1500 per day. Checking into 3FC everyday.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am single and only have to worry about me. Child is grown and moved out relationship (her dad) ended.
Anything else you would like to share with us: Love this web-site.
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: all my life as I remember!! but recently started 6/19/2013
Starting Weight:457
Present Weight: 421.2
Goal Weight:? will figure it out as I lose
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: everything involves food family,friends always want to eat!!
Following any specific plan: weight watchers
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I feel like this is the time for me !!! I had a wake up call recently this past march my brother who was 37 died and it was after a surgery and he was doing great the next thing we know is his heart just gave out I started to eat none stop gaining 40lbs in 2.5months and one day I said I got to stop this before its to late !!
Anything else you would like to share with us: just want to do it this time and be healthy!!
Hobbies/Interests:single mom ,like horses motorcycles and just living...
Height:5"7
Eye/Hair Color:not sure of my real hair color(LOL) but my eyes are blue
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:8/3/2013
Starting Weight:247
Present Weight:243
Goal Weight:150
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:hunger
Following any specific plan:trying Victoza
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:my mom past a year ago and i have leaned on food for everything...
Anything else you would like to share with us:so looking forward to hearing about everyones weightloss journey...and hoping i can stick to this ....on a good note i am 6 months as a NON SMOKER ...
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: I have been overweight since my early teens. Shortly after my marriage I worked for a year doing South Beach Diet and exercising and lost about 60lbs and felt great. I got derailed by depression when we had a hard time having a baby. When we finally got pregnant I started the pregnancy at 200lbs and gained another 50lbs. After my first child I lost down to 220lbs and got pregnant right away (unexpectedly) and gained again. Our second child has special needs and the stress didn't help my depression or weight. Fast forward to last year and I was at 265lbs and holding and then found out I was pregnant. Was not expected as I was on birth control and had a lot of medical testing. Didn't good during pregnancy and only gained 25lbs. Now I'm in the 260's and would like to get my life back and enjoy my kids.
Starting Weight: 273 (last month)
Present Weight: 265.2
Goal Weight: 150
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Stress has always been a trigger for not caring about what I eat. I've spent the past 8 years going up and down and not getting back to a healthy weight.
Following any specific plan: Weight Watchers Online
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Well I have lower expectations which should help and I finally feel like the long term is more important that quick results.
Anything else you would like to share with us: That's about it.
Children/Ages: 1 Daughter, 23 months (will be 2 in September!)
Occupation: Municipal Fiscal Officer
Pets: 1 Cat, Turning 8 this month (August) – had him since he was 6 weeks!
Hobbies/Interests: Writing, Reading, Movies, Shopping, my daughter
Height: 5’ 3”
Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Brown
Starting Date of Weight Loss Journey: I call it a lifestyle change – official start date, today! August 12, 2013
Starting Weight: Today’s weigh-in: 237.2
Present Weight: 237.2
Goal Weight: 135 (or 140) want to be a size 12
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: Getting to the gym and being active, eating all my meals, portion control, sweets, sweets, sweets!
Following any specific plan: Slowly making weekly changes then will hopefully start the Fat Smash Diet on 8/26 for 2 weeks, move on to Phase 2, 3, 4 etc.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I almost feel like I’ve hit rock bottom. I have a little girl now who depends and looks up to me, I want to do this for her and for me.
Anything else you would like to share with us:
I’ve successfully lost weight in the past. All it takes is determination and perseverance. I know this but I guess the older you get the harder it is. I do want to have a second child and I want this second pregnancy to be a healthy one. I’m doing this very gradually, giving myself 13 months to lose about 100lbs. I want this to be a permanent lifestyle change to keep the weight off. I welcome any advice/input and look to offer help where ever possible.
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Hobbies/Interests: I'm a book nerd, I like to be outside, anything with water makes me happy
Height: 5'8
Eye/Hair Color: blue/ blond reddish
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: ummm high school? But today is 8/12/2013
Starting Weight: 250 ish -
Present Weight: 250 ish
Goal Weight: 145
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: staying motivated, I have commitment issues.
Following any specific plan: more protein and veggies, less processed foods and lots of water
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I've been heavy for most of my life but recently I've started having more pain in day to day life. Waking up with back pain, knees hurting, all things that should affect people my parents age not me.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm looking for a email buddy, or someone to help hold me accountable. I've tried in the past but have made it a private effort, I'm going to try and make it public this time.
Occupation:Full time mom, Full time CNA and PT student
Pets:Boston Terrier~Iris, Mini Dachshund~Hercules
Hobbies/Interests: Family!!
Height: 5' 5"
Eye/Hair Color: Green/Brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Off and on since 2006. Final time though 3/15/2013
Starting Weight: 296 (3/15/13)
Present Weight: 245.5
Goal Weight: 150
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight-loss: Exercising!! Worst part ever!!
Following any specific plan: Started with Weight Watchers. I now have the hang of it so I now have a Fitbit Flex and My Fitness Pal app and of course, Y'all!
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Hubby was diagnosed with diabetes so it was time. I am doing better then him though His blood sugars though are getting better!
Anything else you would like to share with us: I love this site already! Its only been about a week since I became a member but its nice to know that there are many people on here that are in the same boat that I am with trying to lose weight. I hope that I can give support to all of you since you have done so much for me already!
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