First name: Kay

Geographical location: NE.

Age: 24

Marital Status: Five years strong (but not married yet)

Children/Ages: None.

Occupation: Grad student

Pets: Two very mischievous cats

Hobbies/Interests: Reading, video games, watching movies. Other geeky-related things.

Height: 5'7"

Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Confused shade of blonde

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Let's go with today 11/8/10 as I'm restarting everything.

Starting Weight: 236 pounds.

Present Weight: 236 pounds.

Goal Weight: 150 pounds.

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: My attitude.

Following any specific plan: Calorie counting and Biggest Loser DVDs until I can afford a gym.

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm done feeling sorry/bad about myself. I'm better than this and it's about time I prove it.

Anything else you would like to share with us: Not at this point in time.

First name: alanna

Geographical location: ottawa, ontario, canada

Age: 19 (soon to be 20 :P)

Marital Status: single

Occupation: Student

Pets: Dog; sheltie

Hobbies/Interests: music, sports

Height: 5'

Eye/Hair Color: brown for both

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Thursday Nov 4, 2010

Starting Weight:

Present Weight:

Goal Weight:

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:

Following any specific plan:

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:

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Starting Weight:

Present Weight: 141

Goal Weight: 118

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: following the plan to a t (so eating all the required 4 cups of veggies)

Following any specific plan: Ideal Protein

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past, well this time im actually following a plan and being watched whereas the other times i was just like 'hey im going to try and eat healthy' but that would only last a few days and then i would cheat or just give up because i have seen any results.

First name: Katrina

Geographical location: Texas

Age: 22 (about to be 23 very soon)

Marital Status: Single and loving it

Children/Ages: None

Occupation: Student

Pets: 1 dog who loves attention

Hobbies/Interests: Reading, spinning, naps

Height: 5'1''

Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Black

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: October 2010 (this time around)

Starting Weight: 140

Present Weight: 132

Goal Weight: 105

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Trying not to beat myself up if I don't follow my plan perfectly all the time.

Following any specific plan: Calorie counting and trying new workouts to keep it interesting

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Not being so obsessed with my diet. Trying to remember there is more to life.

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First name: Mariana

Geographical location: Southern California

Age: 26

Marital Status: Married

Children/Ages: Girl/almost 2

Occupation: Stay at home mom

Pets: Umm...14 dogs and 2 cats

Hobbies/Interests: computer games

Height: 5' 4"

Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Black

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 8/01/2010
Starting Weight: 202

Present Weight: 188

Goal Weight: 125

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: sticking to working out

Following any specific plan: kinda going with the flow

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I have a little one that depends on me for physical activity and if I am always too tired to play then what will I be teaching her?

Anything else you would like to share with us: I have a hard time following diets. No one else will follow one with me so temptation is constantly there and I must admit I am weak.

First name: Meagan

Geographical location: Mississippi

Age: 21

Marital Status: Long-term relatoinship.

Children/Ages: None!

Occupation: Full-time student

Pets: None.

Hobbies/Interests: Being with family and friends. Nieces and nephews. Reading. Studying.

Height: 5 ft. 7in.

Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Blonde (chemically enhanced. lol)

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 11/15/10

Starting Weight: 187

Present Weight: 187

Goal Weight: 140

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: No motivation until now, and I'm quite lazy.

Following any specific plan: Just trying to count calories and exercise more.

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I feel more motivated. It is encouraging to see this question, bc it lets me know that I'm not the only one who has failed before.

Anything else you would like to share with us: I love/need encouragement. I want to feel great about myself and become a more confidant woman!
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First name: Hollie

Geographical location: Yorkshire UK

Age: 25

Marital Status: Single

Children/Ages: none

Pets: 1 cat

Hobbies/Interests: love being with friends and family, reading...going to get back into the gym

Height: 5'3"

Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Blonde

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:14/11/10

Starting Weight: 11 st 4lb

Present Weight: 11 st 3lb (gotta start somewhere!)

Goal Weight: 8st 7lb

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Pizza! Late night eating/comfort eating

Following any specific plan: Have done Cambridge and WW in past. just trying to be good at present!

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Right frame of mind....and I have about 5 items of clothing that fit me!

Anything else you would like to share with us: Just hoping the support of the forum and reading others success stories will help me out

First name: Keri

Geographical location: California

Age: 26

Marital Status: Divorced

Children/Ages: None

Occupation: Student

Pets: None

Hobbies/Interests: Art, gardening, sea glass collecting, photography

Height: 5'6"

Eye/Hair Color: Green/Brown

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 25, 2010

Starting Weight: 340lbs

Present Weight: 280lbs

Goal Weight: 150lbs

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Getting my butt up and moving.

Following any specific plan: Started as a vegetarian, now a vegan.

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Never really tried before.

Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm so happy to be here. I need more motivation!!!

First name: Abby

Geographical location: United States

Age: 21

Marital Status: Not married but I feel like I am

Children/Ages: None

Occupation: Designer/ Business Owner

Pets: 2 doggies

Hobbies/Interests: Drawing and designing, reading, and 3 fat chicks

Height: 5'6" ish maybe 5'7" (should get my true height)

Eye/Hair Color: brown and brown

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: November 15th 2010

Starting Weight:207

Present Weight:204

Goal Weight:135

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:changing my eating habits

Following any specific plan: Jackie Warner's "This Is Why You Are Fat"

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I want to make the change. I want to be healthy again. Also being able to fit into some jeans and not leggings would be great too!

Anything else you would like to share with us: I am ready to make this change and work hard to make my goals!

First name: Kelly

Geographical location: Michigan

Age: 26

Marital Status: OQA - Boyfriend

Children/Ages:

Occupation: Device Support - Voice

Pets: 2 dogs. Francis Belvedere and Mr. Nelson

Hobbies/Interests: Running, tennis, reading, bike riding and skiing.

Height: 5'4"

Eye/Hair Color: Hazel/Blonde

Starting Date of Weight loss Journey: 11/15/2010

Starting Weight: 210

Present Weight: 210

Goal Weight: 150

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: Eating healthy and smaller portions. Staying motivated and on track.

Following any specific plan: Low cal and exercise.

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am.
I'm ready for a change and I really want this!

Anything else you would like to share with us:
I'm very new to this. If I post something in the wrong place or incorrectly, please have mercy!

First name: Shana

Geographical location: Currently in Happy Valley, PA; Born and raised in Southwest Oklahoma.

Age: 25

Marital Status: Married

Children/Ages: None yet!

Occupation: Housewifey

Pets: Hollowpoint (15 year old Pit Bull), Bradford (2 year old Yorkie/Shih Tzu Mix), Tequila (6 month old Hellraising Chihuahua).

Hobbies/Interests: Internet, Shopping, Videogames, Television, Reading, Playing dress up... lol

Height: 5'3"

Eye/Hair Color: Green eyes, blonde hair

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 2010

Starting Weight: 224

Present Weight:180

Goal Weight: 145?

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I am sooo lazy. Also, I tend to eat a LOT more when my husband is home...

Following any specific plan: Counting calories

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I've actually made progress this time. I can't remember the last time I saw the scale say 180.

Anything else you would like to share with us: I am going to Jamaica Summer 2010, and would LOVE to look/feel good in a bikini! Recently had Breast Augmentation, and loving my new tatas!

First name: Laura

Geographical location: Miami, FL

Age: 29

Marital Status: single

Children/Ages: n/a

Occupation: studying for the Florida BAR

Pets: my boyfriend I guess.

Hobbies/Interests: beach, ocean, going out.

Height: 5'1

Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: made my decision today, not idea what I'm going to do yet so, so no date yet

Starting Weight: 128.7

Present Weight: 128.7

Goal Weight: 115

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: depression - no motivation to work out

Following any specific plan: I'm looking for help on that one!

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I have gained 8 lbs in the last year, and I am stuck and my clothe don't fit. It basically began with being unemployed for such a long time (going on 2 years in January). I'm studying for the Florida BAR now and decided to stop my job search and concentrate on studying, and take care of myself.

Anything else you would like to share with us: I know great people are met in forums, and I would like some advice on how to go about losing weight. The different programs/diets, etc.

First name: Lani

Geographical location: Australia

Age: 25

Marital Status: Married

Children/Ages: One beautiful 3yr old

Occupation: Receptionist

Pets: None at the moment

Hobbies/Interests: Reading, Fishing, Playing Cards

Height: 5'10"

Eye/Hair Color: Green/Brown

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 19 October 2010

Starting Weight: 374

Present Weight: 363

Goal Weight: 163

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Alcohol and I have to learn to be my best friend rather than my worst enemy.

Following any specific plan: Counting calories, cardio and weights

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Doing it in a healthy this time, not too restrictive, not living on chemicals, putting my health first.

First name: Shelly

Geographical location: Columbus, Ohio

Age: 24

Marital Status: married

Children/Ages: none

Occupation: full time student

Pets: 2 dogs (1 male boxer, 8 years old, named Jack, 1 female boxer/border collie mix, 9 month old, named Bella), also 2 cats (1 male tiger mix named Hagrid aka big man, 1 female tiger mix named Momo aka mama)

Hobbies/Interests: READING (love any bookstore), watching a good movie (to many favorites to count), shopping, spending time with my family

Height: 5'4

Eye/Hair Color: blue (eyes), brown (hair)

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 30, 2010

Starting Weight: 180

Present Weight: 164

Goal Weight: 125

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: love of chocolate

Following any specific plan: vegetarian diet with exercise 1-2 times a day 4 days a week for 30-45 minutes each time (45 mins if i only work out once, or 30 mins and then 45 mins if i work out twice)

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:
I have stuck with my vegetarian diet for 6 months and with my exercise plan for almost 5 months. I want to make a change in my life and the only way to do that is to find things i enjoy and i enjoy being a vegetarian and i enjoy workout out at my college gym (it's huge!!! and there's lots to do!!)

Anything else you would like to share with us:
I love this website and i love that everyone seems to be like a family here. it's very inspiring to me and i can't wait to make great friends here.
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First name: Jules

Geographical location: New Jersey

Age: 26

Marital Status: newly single and lovin it! Its time to focus on myself!

Children/Ages: none

Occupation: Office Administrator

Pets: none

Hobbies/Interests: Singing, shopping, camping, the beach, hiking, relaxing, making jewelry, exploring new places, collecting antiques, etc!

Height: 5'4

Eye/Hair Color: blue eyes , brown hair

Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: November 21st, 2010

Starting Weight: 175

Present Weight: 175

Goal Weight: 140

Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: love of chocolate and Bagels w/ cream cheese!!!

Following any specific plan: Ideal Protein. Vegetarian

What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:
I am finally excepting openly that I CAN do this and that I CAN be in control of what I eat and I CAN feel and look how I want to!
I am just sooo ready to start over and live life to the fullest and take care of ME! This journey is all about me and getting healthy and bettering myself!!!

Anything else you would like to share with us:
I am also so happy to have found this site. If i have a bad day everyones stories are so motivating and give me the extra boost to be strong and avoid temptations!!!!! Much thanks to everyone!