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First name: Tiara
Geographical location: Connecticut Age: 19 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: N/A Occupation: Pre-Nursing student Pets: N/A Hobbies/Interests: Singing, reading, listening to my iPod, walking Height: 5"2 Eye/Hair Color: brown eyes/brown hair Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: I've been trying to lose weight since 7th grade, but my most recent journey started 06/13/2012 Starting Weight: 220.8 Present Weight: 219.0 Goal Weight: 130.0 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Control and Motivation Following any specific plan: Not really What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm not being strict with my weight loss. Anything else you would like to share with us: N/A __________________ |
First name:Amber
Geographical location: Saskatchewan,Canada Age:22 Marital Status:Dating Children/Ages:0 Occupation: Working with children with cognitive disabilities Pets:0 Hobbies/Interests:Camping, travelling, vacationing Height:5'3 Eye/Hair Color:Blue/green and light brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: May 7 Starting Weight:224.6 Present Weight:200.2 Goal Weight:170 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:self-control Following any specific plan: Ideal Protein What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Support of my boyfriend Anything else you would like to share with us: __________________ |
First name: Mandi Kaye
Geographical location: Raleigh, NC Age: 29 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Project Manager/Database Admin Pets: None Hobbies/Interests: Reading/Book blogging Height: 5' 6" Eye/Hair Color: Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 30, 2012 Starting Weight: 239.6 Present Weight: 229.6 Goal Weight: 199 (current goal) 150 (final goal) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Myself Following any specific plan: no - doing my own thing What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I want it more than I ever have. Anything else you would like to share with us: I've realized I can't do this alone, and it sucks. But I want this! So I'm seeking out support and trying to do my best. |
First name: Ann
Geographical location: Ontario, CA Age: 25 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Accountant Pets: Cat Hobbies/Interests: Sports, racing, mudding, fourwheeling, photography Height: 5'5 Eye/Hair Color: Blue, blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Nov 2, 2011 Starting Weight: 215 Present Weight: 155 Goal Weight: 125 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: friends trying to sabatoge Following any specific plan: clean eating/regular exercise/personal trainer What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: i didn't want it before. Not as badly as I do now. This time I'm serious. |
First name: amanda
Geographical location: birmingham, al Age: 26 Marital Status: singlin' around Children/Ages: see: pets Occupation: social media specialist (pro facebooker) Pets: 1 huge man cat Hobbies/Interests: i dabble in feminism, tumblring, crocheting, knitting, sewing, getting tattooed, hanging with my friends and learning to cook Height: 5'7'' Eye/Hair Color: bluish/red Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: this time? earlier this month Starting Weight: 202 Present Weight: 198 Goal Weight: 145-150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: sticking with it and not losing motivation, exercising enough Following any specific plan: just eating less and moving more What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: a few years ago i got down to 175ish when i was visiting here every day. i don't know what it is about this site that keeps me motivated, but when i stopped coming i gained back all that weight. i was so close last time but this time i want to stick with it and actually get all the way down to my goal and maintain the crap out of it. |
First name: Natasha
Geographical location: Montreal, Qc, Canada Age: 25 Marital Status: Engaged Children/Ages: Nope. Not for a while. Occupation: Sales Assistant/Baker Pets: Milo my poodle/bichon adorable 2 year old baby! Hobbies/Interests: baking, writing, reading, shopping, going for walks and enjoying life Height: 5'5" Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: March 20th 2011 Starting Weight: 220 Present Weight: 145.6 Goal Weight: Originally was 145, but I have some to go still, so probably 130-135, I'll see when I get there. Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: giving up what I love, working hard, not giving up. Following any specific plan: calorie counting, working out, soon going to jump into toning. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I need to fit in a sexy wedding dress. I also realized that being 24 and weighing 220 was only leading me to a disastrous future, filled with sickness and sadness, so I needed to step up. I am so glad I did. |
First name: Erica
Geographical location: New England, USA Age: 22 Marital Status: Engaged Children/Ages: I have 1 little boy, Samuel, who's 3 months old Occupation: Being a fulltime, stay at home mama. Pets: I have a kitty! :) Hobbies/Interests: Taking care of my little man, video games, walking, boxing. Height: 5'2" Eye/Hair Color: Blue-gray Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: I started dieting when I was about thirteen, although I really didn't need to. I gained weight in my mid-teens, then struggled with my weight for a while. I got back down to a healthy weight when I was nineteen, but when I got pregnant I gained 45 lbs! So I suppose I started when my son was born, but I'm really motivated. Starting Weight: 203 Present Weight: 169 :/ Goal Weight: my first goal weight is 149, then after that it's 135, then 120 is my ultimate goal. :) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: staying motivated! hydrating myself. and being consistent with my exercise. Following any specific plan: not really. just trying to avoid refined and processed carbs, red fatty meat, and sugary beverages, and exercising. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: i've got the diet thing down. :) Anything else you would like to share with us: errr. |
First name: Lex
Geographical location: GA Age:28 Marital Status:married Children/Ages:nope Occupation: educator/science nerd Pets: 3 awesome cats, 2 goofy dogs (does a husband count?) Hobbies/Interests:I love art of all kinds! I love to draw and sculpt and wish I had more time for it and more buddies to do it with! I love to read and I love to work with dogs and horses and animals in general. I also enjoy water monitoring and I LOVE to cook! Height:5'2" Eye/Hair Color:greenish/blondish Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: March 2011 Starting Weight: 256 Present Weight: 160 Goal Weight:140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: The biggest hurdle has been overcoming cravings and low blood sugar moments of weakness. Following any specific plan: Calorie counting with lots of recipe development. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Not sure...I used to yo-yo and then give up and now I am just happy and determined. Actually I do know, it is my healthier and happier outlook on life and self-image. I learned to love me as I am right now. Anything else you would like to share with us: I love to talk about pretty much anything. :) |
First name: Rachel
Geographical location: Lebanon, PA Age: 22 Marital Status: In a relationship. Children/Ages: cat mom! ;) Occupation: Front desk at a hotel. Pets: two cats! Zooey and Summer. Hobbies/Interests: cooking, veganism, hiking, getting my work out on, cats, painting, tennis, reality tv, laser tag, reading, dresses, music, and shoessssssss. Height: 5'5'' Eye/Hair Color: brown/natural black. Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: It has been an on again off again thing since I was 9. The most recent attempt started June 20th, 2012? Starting Weight: I don't know for sure but I think 160 something. Present Weight:152! Goal Weight:135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: not getting upset about a little gain or plateau and giving up. Following any specific plan: Eating a healthier vegan diet and keeping track of cals. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I feel good about what I'm doing. I don't feel like I'm missing out on anything. I feel like my head is just in the right place. FINALLY. Anything else you would like to share with us: I just moved to PA from ME two weeks ago. So a pal to do activities with would be so awesome! |
S/C/G: 205/183/155
Height: 5'8 First name: tracy Geographical location: Montreal, quebec Age: 25 Marital Status: in a relationship Children/Ages: none Occupation: hair stylisr Hobbies: travel, reading, music Height: 5'8 Eye/Hair Color: Brown and brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: this year? 2 months ago Starting Weight: this year 194 ( highest weight 205) Present Weight: 183 Goal Weight: 155 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I'm pretty good at resisting and controlling my eating, my biggest downfall is drinking and going out for dinners with friends, I just cannot control myself then. Following any specific plan: no What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Im more focused, I want to get married and have children eventually and I've told myself that I want to be a normal weight before any of. That happens, plus I'm going to Jamaica in November and it's my first bathing suit vacation. |
Age: 22
Marital Status: Single Occupation: Intern Pets: No (though I love animals) Hobbies/Interests: Swimming, reading, computer games, movies, music Height: 5'1 Eye/Hair Color: Both light brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: After all the ons and offs, 1st July 2012 Starting Weight: 94 kgs (207 lbs) Present Weight: 94 kgs Goal Weight: 55 kgs (121 lbs) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Lack of motivation and self control. Always around people who like to eat a lot. Following any specific plan: No What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I joined this forum :) . But seriously, this time I'm incorporating exercising into the equation for the first time. Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm going to need a lot of pushing, so you guys will probably be seeing my posts a lot :p |
First name: Gaby
Geographical location: Seattle, Washington Age: 20 Marital Status: Single Occupation: Student Hobbies/Interests: Computer Programming Height: 5'9" Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown Starting Weight: 170 Present Weight: 170 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Self-control. I simply LOVE to eat. Following any specific plan: Low-carbing it! Basically, I eat when I'm hungry. No calorie-counting (that hasn't worked for me in the past). I eat as little carbs as possible. I eat high-fat, high-protein foods that keep me satiated. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: the low-carbing thing. I've always calorie-restricted, but it never has worked out. Anything else you would like to share with us: I always give up. My pessimistic side is telling me that this time around won't be any different. I am and always will be out of control. But, I've hit an all-time high weight of 170, so part of me *knows* that I've got to make some changes. I've got to be consistent. I have to do this. For myself. |
First name: Sarah
Geographical location: Small Town Iowa Age: 20 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Student Pets: 2 cats and a dog Hobbies/Interests: Reading, watching tv, traveling, music, movies Height: 5'5' Eye/Hair Color: Brown Hair and Hazel Eyes Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 21, 2012 is when I decided and started trying to diet, but that lasted about a week before I started cheating, so we will say today is when I start over. Starting Weight: 188.2 Present Weight: 186 Goal Weight: 165 by August 20. Would love to go even further, but I want to set a realistic goal first. Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Being a college student. The horrible food and temptations that comes with being a college student. And we can't forget about the binge drinking. Following any specific plan: Counting calories and working out. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I was always in a relationship before and didn't have to worry about looking good because I didn't need to impress anyone. I want to do this for me so I can be happy with myself. I tend to make excuses for myself and no one keeps me accountable, so I need something/someone there to push me, and I am hoping this site will do that for me. |
First name: Margaret
Geographical location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Age: 28 Marital Status: newly married! Children/Ages: none Occupation: Computer Programmer Pets: none :( Hobbies/Interests: Girl Guides, Hiking, camping, water sports - but I don't feel fit or healthy enough for them at the moment. Height: 5'5" Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: soon! (i'll update asap i promise!) Starting Weight: 284 Present Weight: 284 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: cheesecake Following any specific plan: not sure yet What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name: Katlyn
Geographical location: Glenside, Pennsylvania, United States Age: 19 (20 in 11 days!!!! :D) Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: Occupation: Student Pets:6 cats, two dogs, and fish :) Do plants count as well? ;) Hobbies/Interests: I love writing, reading, exploring, and meeting new people. Height:5'3-5'4 it changes every time I get measured between the two. Eye/Hair Color: green/grey/blue and light brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:2008 ish....seems like that's when I started taking control of my own responsibility. Starting Weight:230lbs Present Weight: 194lbs Goal Weight:140lbs Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes after I started losing weight. Following any specific plan: Just minding my carb intake more since taking my education classes after the diagnosis and uping my exercising. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm doing things that are more natural and seem to just flow with my lifestyle. I've changed my lifestyle, not just what I eat or how much I move. The only person telling me I have to do this is myself, and I know how badly I want to succeed. Anything else you would like to share with us: It's all about willpower and determination. |
First name: Nissa
Geographical location: Niagara Falls, NY Age: 26 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: none Occupation: Secretary Pets: none Hobbies/Interests: crafts, music, reading Height: 5’3” Eye/Hair Color: Brown and Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: My highest weight was March of 2011 at 300, but I joined my gym April of 2012 so I feel like that is my start date Starting Weight: (300) 270 Present Weight: 254 Goal Weight: For now 199, but ultimately 140-160 (or less) I’m not sure where I will fall when I can call myself healthy, the goal is to get under 200 for the time being Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: emotional eating and anxiety surrounding the gym Following any specific plan: eating well and mostly vegetarian, personal trainer once a week plus 3 days of strength training (usually about 1 hour) and another day of just cardio (though I do cardio on the 3 on my own days as well and a little before training) What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: this time… well now that’s a good question Anything else you would like to share with us: When I was at my peak I was in the hospital being diagnosed with my second major attack of multiple sclerosis, then I lost my job and moved (from IL to NY), I’ve been (nearly) symptom free for a while now and I’m taking the opportunity to take advantage of my mobility while I have it because I don’t know when it will disappear again. |
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First name: Kathleen
Geographical location: Seattle Age: 29 Marital Status: Engaged Children/Ages: None, yet! Occupation: Nanny/Graduate Student Pets: None Hobbies/Interests: Sewing, hiking, biking, walking, photography, and other random crafty goodness. Height: 5'9" Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Today! (July 5, 2012) Starting Weight: 229 Present Weight: 229 Goal Weight: 169 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I have type 1 diabetes, hypothyroidism, ADHD, and some other health related issues. Following any specific plan: I am ramping up my exercise routine and eating mostly gluten free and no refined sugars (but I am not strict). I may go back on WW soon. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am seeking support and I know that if I don't change my weight, I will continue to struggle with my body image and I don't ever want my family to have to deal with that (future husband and children). I have seen how it affects my sisters (who are beautiful but overweight) and while I know I am beautiful, my weight makes me less likely to push myself to do things outside of my comfort zone. Anything else you would like to share with us: I have never been seen as a fat girl because I look height weight proportionate and I am fairly active. This doesn't help me though as I often feel like I am a fraud--like, if they only knew my weight, they would know I was fat. I know this is all my own negative self-talk but I am working on it, as I know many of us are. |
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First name: Jessica
Geographical location: South carolina Age: 24, 25 on Sunday (7/15) Marital Status: in a committed long distance relationship (LONG story and most of my stress/emotional eating) Children/Ages: 4 (Sean) and 8 months (Trae) Occupation: Data Entry Specialist Pets: none Hobbies/Interests:playing with my children and when i have free time (no kids and there aren't a million things to do around the house, VERY RARELY) i like to catch up on my DVR (guilty pleasure) Height:5'5 1/2'' Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Brownish-Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: today (so many dates in the past I can't keep track) Starting Weight: 246 Present Weight:246 Goal Weight:165 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: emotional eating!!!!!! Following any specific plan:i am trying to just eat healthier and cut back portion sizes and exercising on a daily basis What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: i am motivated now. i have to lose weight for my children. i am very unhappy with my looks. Anything else you would like to share with us: i have been overweight for as long as i remember. high school was my worst weight (250+). got down to 180 in 2007. then after 2 pregnancies (3 years apart) i am back up to 246 as of this morning :( i stepped on the scale this morning and was CRUSHED!! |
First name: Brandis
Geographical location: Eugene,OR Age: 25 Marital Status: In a Relationship Occupation: Radio Stations Sales Assistant Pets: 2 sweet doxies! Senge and Maggie (3 years old) Hobbies/Interest:Working with raptors, enjoying this beautiful state of Oregon and all that it offers. Reading and playing with the pups/going on adventures Height:5'11 Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Dark Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: May 22nd, 2012 Starting Weight: 195 (heaviest I have ever been) Present Weight:173 Goal Weight:145 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Learning a new way to eat that doesn't involve too many sweets or carb overloads. Making better choices with food and exercise. Following any specific plan: I am doing the Metabolic Research Center (high protein) What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: The focus. I really let myself go and I wasn't happy. It was discouraging when things didn't work but Im focused. This is the one and only time I will do this weighloss thing because it is for keeps! Anything else you would like to share with us: I want to be healthy for me and I want to be healthy for my family and so they can jump on board also. |
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Geographical location: USA Age: 20 Marital Status: In a Relationship (he cooks) Children/Ages: N/A Occupation: Student Pets: an adorable kitten Hobbies/Interests: reading, camping, hanging out with friends Height: 5'3" Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 7/13/12 Starting Weight: 130 Present Weight: Goal Weight: 115 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: like I mentioned above, my boyfriend cooks. That and when I begin to work out, I go strong for a few weeks but then I lose all motivation Following any specific plan: I want to cut back on sweets (soda, desert, etc) and become more physically active. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I think having this thread will make me feel more inclined to keep up with my goals. Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm not as interested in "weight loss" as I am in feeling good about myself physically and mentally. I want to be healthy, not super skinny. I know that some people on here may have goals that would put them about my size, and may think I don't have a problem that needs fixing, but I feel like I could better myself. That's why I'm here. |
First name: Tori
Geographical location: Findlay, Ohio Age: 24 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: An unemployed drain on society with a Bachelor's Degree Pets: A Roma tomato plant named Feliciano & four basil plants collectively named Bhavani Hobbies/Interests: Night Jogging, International Politics, Tricking Unwary Bystanders into Philosophical Discussions, Literature, Video Games, Films, Radiohead, Insects Height: 5'3 Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Dark Blonde Starting Date of Weight-loss Journey: Roughly 7 months ago Starting Weight: 125, highest weight 1 1/2 years ago @ 136 Present Weight: 112 Goal Weight: 105 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight-loss: I am awfully weak-willed when it comes to sugary snacks, and also have some issues as far as motivation to consistently exercise as I have embarked on this journey alone. Following any specific plan: No, general low-carb high-protein & leafy green vegetable focus What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I've finally come around to the idea that my personal appearance is of some importance and now take the health of my body quite a bit more seriously than in the past. |
First name: Amber
Geographical location: Michigan Age: 27 Marital Status: married Children/Ages: none Occupation: hair stylist Pets: none Hobbies/Interests: movies, shopping, friends Height: 5'6 Eye/Hair Color: hazel/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: today 7/20/12 Starting Weight: 238 Present Weight: 238 Goal Weight: 185 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: controlling over eating. Following any specific plan: no What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: i feel more motivated Anything else you would like to share with us: hi! :) |
First name: Liz
Geographical location: North east U.S.A Age: 26 Marital Status: married Children/Ages: girl 5 and boy 3 Occupation: Legal assistant Pets: 1 dog, and a fish tank. Hobbies/Interests: dance, shoping. Height: 5'5 Eye/Hair Color: brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 19 2012. (for the third time) Starting Weight: 195 Present Weight: 178 Goal Weight: 135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Being more physically active, mood swings due to dieting, seeing and smell other delicious temptations in front of me, and missing my sweet, and tasty food. Following any specific plan: Low carb What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I did IP before and now I am low carbing on my own., also weight loss is a little slower this time. Anything else you would like to share with us: I am willing to make this a life style, in order to make it work, I am commted to stop yo-yo dieting for life. __________________ |
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Geographical location: Age: Marital Status: Children/Ages: Occupation: Pets: Hobbies/Interests: Height: Eye/Hair Color: Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: every couple of months X 10 years :p but this time 3 weeks ago. I am only about 8 days in to trying South Beach for the first time. Starting Weight:133.2 Present Weight:131 Goal Weight:112 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I have had success with lots of different weight loss techniques, so I would say my biggest hurdle is finding one that I can actually stick to. Instead of gaining and losing the same 15-20 pounds I would like to make a permanent change. Following any specific plan: South Beach What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: being open - even if it is to people who I don't know. I usually struggle in silence with my weight loss journey Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name: Brittany
Geographical location: Calgary, AB, Canada Age: 21 Marital Status: Coupled hehe Children/Ages: none! Occupation: GS Local Ski Hill Pets: Bruce and Ernie - my two wonderful cats Hobbies/Interests: rock climbing, hiking, travelling (only continental thus far) Height: 5' 9 Eye/Hair Color: green eyes, brown hair Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Starting Weight: 193 Present Weight: 190 Goal Weight: 135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Living with roommates who tend to cook dinner for the house and buy lots of snacks .. SO much temptation Following any specific plan: Weight Watchers Points+ What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm fully committed! Signed up for WW, and got myself a gym membership. My boyfriend is committed to getting into shape as well, so I have a gym buddy, grocery buddy and meal buddy. Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm super excited to get my butt in gear and shed some pounds :) |
First name: Michelle
Geographical location: Scotland Age: 27 Marital Status:Single Children/Ages: 4 Occupation: Student Pets: None Hobbies/Interests: Swimming, reading/writing, thrifting!, dancing, music Height: 5,5 Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 17th July 2012 Starting Weight: 215 Present Weight: 212 Goal Weight: 200 once achieved I will set a new weight goal :) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Eating carbs Following any specific plan: Low carb What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I feel ready now. Anything else you would like to share with us: This is my first day on the forum. Would love to meet others to share good and bad times :) |
First name: Danielle
Geographical location: Vermont Age: 25 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: None. Trying to lose weight to be a healthier weight to have children. Occupation: Office Slave. Pets: Nala (rottie/lab), Huckleberry (pit bull), Pixel (tuxedo kitty) & Slinky (an old, blind ferret). Hobbies/Interests: Anything to do with music, the outdoors, my furbabies, reading, kayaking, swimming, camping. Height: 5'7 Eye/Hair Color: Hazel, Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Officially? 6/1/2012 Starting Weight: 298 Present Weight: 264 Goal Weight: This goal is 198. But ideally I'd like to be 145. Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Emotional Binging & my husband eating whatever he wants, when he wants. Following any specific plan: Food journal, lower calories, better choices. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I want to have kids. I need to be healthier. Anything else you would like to share with us: Hi! |
First name:Elisha (Eeleesha)
Geographical location:Virginia Age:20 Marital Status: In a relationship Children/Ages:none Occupation:none Pets:3dogs 1 cat Hobbies/Interests: computer time, being outside hanging with friends, sports, etc. Height:5'3 Eye/Hair Color: brown/red dye/blackish brown natural Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: New journey 7/22/12 Starting Weight:283 Present Weight:283 Goal Weight:short term: 235 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Giving up when people push things in your face and now being in an area where I cant commute to exercise having to do it all in my home. Following any specific plan:smaller portions No sugars What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: There are more people on my side. Anything else you would like to share with us:If anyone would like to be my exercise pen pal and keep me motivated through message and everything please let me know it will be greatly appreciated. |
First name: Christine
Geographical location: Los Angeles, CA Age: 25 Marital Status: Boyfriend Children/Ages: none yet Occupation: Student/Temp Pets: 1, Chihuahua mix, Batman Hobbies/Interests: Singing, sewing, cooking, baking, going to the movies, and shopping. Height: 5' 5" Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: July 16th 2012. Before this Journey it was in January 2007. Starting Weight: 209 Present Weight: 204 Goal Weight: 145- 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Overeating on the weekends and eating late and night especially junk food. Following any specific plan: I'm counting calories on Lose It! and using the fitbit. Also walking/jogging 5 to 6 days out of the week from 30 min to an hour. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:I think determination. When I would go up and down with my wieght and not see any results I would give up and just eat thinking it didn't matter and that it wasn't going to change. Now I want to lose and I'm ready to lose Anything else you would like to share with us: This will be my second time losing major weight. In 2006 after weight 238 lbs at age 20 I decided I wanted to feel better abount myself and make an effort to lose weight. I managed over the course of 2 years to loose 83 lbs. I slowly started putting on more weight (about 30 lbs) as I got more comfortable in my new relationship. Once I moved in with my boyfriend I gained an additional 20 and decided enough was enough, so both my boyfriend and I are making a commitment to weightloss and reaching our goal weights. I believe this time we both can do it |
Great to meet everyone/read through the profiles
First name: Katie
Geographical location: Toronto Age: 25 Marital Status: Engaged Children/Ages: None! We've decided to be childfree. Occupation: Research Assistant - I'm also a masters student. Pets: 2 cats! Kingsley and Margot Hobbies/Interests: I play a lot of video games, watch tv, hang out at home, go out hiking/camping, going out to the farm to pick flowers and veggies and crafty things Height: 5'5" Eye/Hair Color: My eyes are blue... my hair is naturally a light blonde but I keep it pretty dark - a very dark brown, sometimes black Starting Date of Weight loss Journey: Unintentionally ... May 24, 2012. I went to China and the food destroyed me. I ended up losing like 20 lbs when I was there. So now I'm getting more serious about it, but I count that as my starting weight/date. Starting Weight: 283 Present Weight: I think around 263, I need to weigh again. I haven't in about 2 weeks. Goal Weight: Right now it's 180. I expect that once I hit 180 I will want to go down to about 140 - 130, but for now I'd be really happy if I was 180. Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I love to eat! I love to eat good food... really rich food. And I love sweets. I also eat food really late... and sometimes I don't go outside for a while... I sit on my computer. Following any specific plan: I've tried weight watchers 3 or 4 times, joined the school gym classes and tried curves. None of them really worked. This time I've got a goodlife fitness membership with a friend and just decided to change my eating habits for life. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: My fiance is supporting me, and he has vocalized his concern. I am worried about my weight and my health affecting my life. I just want to be happy and healthy in my own skin. Anything else you would like to share with us: If you have great recipes I'd love to hear them. I'm also getting married soon! Pretty excited about it. |
First name: Lucy
Geographical location: Minnesota Age: 23 Marital Status: Boyfriend Children/Ages: none Occupation: Student/CNA Pets: do plants count? Hobbies/Interests: movies, music, guitars, reading Height: 5' 6 Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: August 2nd I suppose Starting Weight: a beautiful 236 lbs Present Weight: still 236 Goal Weight: I am wanting to make it to 180, then we'll see Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: not eating all the same things my boyfriend eats in the middle of the night, cheese! chips! ICE CREAM, fast food, being to busy to make something healthy Following any specific plan: Exercise and cutting down on my calorie intake What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am doing this for me Anything else you would like to share with us: At my largest I weighed 280. I met my b/f on the internet and we had planned to meet each other in November of 2010. The summer before hand I went on a fierce diet and exercised daily. I lost a little over 40lbs by that November. Now I live with my b/f and have not regained or lost anymore weight since 2010. I would really like to be about 180 to 160lbs sometime in my life. My boyfriend weighs about 175 and I'd at least like to be smaller than him. I am a huge believer in body acceptance and I do like my body the way it is, but it would be nice to be able to shop anywhere I want without getting that "we don't carry your size" look from people. So...here I go |
First name: Mary
Geographical location: The Netherlands Age: 20 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: none! Occupation: 3rd year medical student Pets: Two lovebirds! Coco and gucci (lol! :P) Hobbies/Interests: traveling, fashion, playing the guitar, learning different languages, nail art Height: 5'4 Eye/Hair Color: brown eyes, brown hair Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Starting Weight: 187 Present Weight: 167 Goal Weight: somewhere between 135-125 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: going to university and being with friends that are constantly eating all sorts of unhealthy stuff lol. Following any specific plan: nope, just my own personal plan :') which basically includes a lot of natural unprocessed foods; lots of protein, kind of low-carb What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I started working out! I lost quite a lot of weight a few years ago, but ended up looking flabby and feeling exhausted all the time. Also I wanted to lose a lot of weight in a very short period of time, which didn't really work out (obviously). This time around, I educated myself more and am willing to take the time needed in order to lose the weight for once and for all (and more importantly, the healthy way)! Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm so glad to have found this forum! I can't wait to write my own goal story at the end of this journey and be able to inspire others too :) |
First name: Sarah
Geographical location: Upstate New York Age: 19 (20 in December) Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: none Occupation: Full time student Pets: Two cats: Scamper and Fluff, the loves of my life Hobbies/Interests: movies, animals of all kinds, cooking, seeing new places Height: 5'5 Eye/Hair Color: Greenish brown eyes/red hair(auburn) Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: When I was 14-15, I lost about 70 pounds, (completely healthy even though I was pretty young) and it's funny, because I completely stalked this site several times a day during that year and a half period, but never really felt like I fit in because I was almost 5 years younger than even the youngest group: the 20-somethings. Thus, I never posted, just took in everything all the women said and pretended I was part of the "club," hahaha. So, I wish it wasn't the case, but I did gain all the weight back, but I'm older now and ready to really become the healthiest me I can be. So the starting date of my last weight loss journey is the beginning of August. Starting Weight: 196 Present Weight: 192 Goal Weight: about 130. The first time I lost the weight, I got down to 117, and I think that was my downfall. I was healthy and happy at 130, so that's the goal in my sight. Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Accepting that I gained the weight back and working just as hard to really make a permanent lifestyle change. Following any specific plan: Nope, I was a calorie counter the first time, and now I'm doing pretty much the same, just not as obsessive as I was when I was younger. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I won't gain the weight back this time. I'm more mature and ready to change my health for the better, not just so I fit in with the "skinny girls." I won't make my diet my life like I did in the past. Anything else you would like to share with us: I must say that after being a bystander for so long, it feels really great to finally speak up! |
opppps....I didn't do this when I first joined. Better late than never!!!!
First name: Jennifer Geographical location: Georgia Age: 29 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: 1 adorable three year old little girl Occupation: Accounts Payable at a non-profit Pets: Haffie and Kitten (two calicos) and King Louie (Aussie Water Dragon) Hobbies/Interests: reading, baking, playing mom, playing wife, cooking Height: 5'6 Eye/Hair Color: Hazel, Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Officially? 7/17/12 Starting Weight: 293 Present Weight: 274.5 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Food addiction Following any specific plan: Wonderslim What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I will not be fat anymore, will not, will not, will not. Anything else you would like to share with us: I used to be thin (okay, thinner.) I was 156 pounds, wore a size 8, was healthy. Then life got in the way. I stopped being a vegetarian. Gained weight. I got in a car wreck and injured my knee. Gained weight. I got pregnant and was put on serious bed rest. Gained weight. All said and done, in a period of 5 years I gained 137 pounds. I want to be in the 150's again. I have to be. I can not allow my daughter to think this is okay, not when I see my health diminishing by the second. |
First name:Rhianne
Geographical location: ohio Age:22 Marital Status:Married Children/Ages:2 4and 3months Occupation: stay at home mom Pets: Hobbies/Interests:sketching a bit Height:5'4 Eye/Hair Color:hazel/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:june 13 2012 Starting Weight:180 Present Weight:160 Goal Weight:140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:starting atkins induction and sticking to it Following any specific plan:atkins What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: my motivation is to surprise my husband when he gets home from deployment Anything else you would like to share with us:nah |
First name: Jeanette
Geographical location: Washington Sate Age: 28 Marital Status: married Children/Ages: none yet Occupation: Teacher Pets: none Hobbies/Interests: spending time with family and friends. Reading reddit Height:5'7" Eye/Hair Color: green/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Aug. 6, 2012 Starting Weight:260.2 Present Weight:254.8 Goal Weight:160 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Having everything ready after work. When I get done with work it is hard for me to make dinner and a lot of times I can easily be talked into getting fast food. Also, family functions where it is hard to eat right (I have a large family and so we have these a lot) Following any specific plan: using myftinesspal What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: This form and also I'm starting at a time when there are not a lot of family functions (at least not till after the first 2 weeks of my starting... my sister is getting married this Friday). Anything else you would like to share with us: Just that I'm really excited to be here and have already seen some great support that I'm really excited about :) |
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Jess Geographical location: Australia Age: 19 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: Nope! Occupation: Domino's Pizza Delivery Driver Pets: Border collie (Cherry) Burmese cats (Tigger & Milo) Tonkinese cat (Hugo), Thoroughbred horses (Flash & Ralph) Hobbies/Interests: I ride horses, and compete at a relatively high level in eventing. I also work alot. Height: 170cm/5'7 Eye/Hair Color: Green/Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: First time: December 25th 2011. This time: August 1st 2012. Starting Weight: First time: 85kg/187lbs This time: 78kgs/171lbs Present Weight: 75 kgs/165lbs Goal Weight: 60kgs/132lbs Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Fast food & sugar addiction. Following any specific plan: Trying to stay under 1500 cals a day. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I feel like I have a stronger midnset....and more hope? |
First name: Rachel
Geographical location: Texas Age: 27 Marital Status: Have a boyfriend of almost 5 years Children/Ages: None, yet! Occupation: Student Pets: 1 cat named Midnight. 1 chow/american eskimo mix named Ninja Hobbies/Interests: Knitting, Video games, Science, Reading, Playing with my pup Height: 5'8" Eye/Hair Color: Brown and brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Started January 2011, really start cracking down August 7, 2012 Starting Weight: 256 Present Weight: 237 Goal Weight: 180 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Staying on track and not getting discouraged too easily. And not snacking on sweets Following any specific plan: Calorie counting with my fitness pal. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I've got somewhere to chat about my journey and get the encouragement and inspiration I need Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm really glad I found this place. I look forward to my time here and reading the threads really keeps me motivated |
First name: Hannah
Geographical location: Louisiana Age: 23 Marital Status: Divorced :( Children/Ages: No Occupation:Administrative Assistant for an oil and gas company Pets: Blue Pit named Dozer and Chihuaua min pin mix named Azula Hobbies/Interests: Scrapbooking, camping, mud riding, fishing, swimming and taking pictures (im a country girl) Height: 5'6 Eye/Hair Color: Green, Light Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 16, 2010 Starting Weight: 276.6 Present Weight: 166.2 Goal Weight: 145 (changes all the time) I dont want to be to thin just healthy looking. Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Actually sticking to a plan this time and never giving up! Following any specific plan: Calorie counting I swear by this! So far so good. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I actually stuck to it and never quit! I was extremely hard on myself never allowing myself to give up or just say oh i can take a day off today. NO I kept to it! Anything else you would like to share with us: I hope I can inspire other people to begin a journey to make their lives healthier! |
First name: Aaron
Geographical location: WI Age: 22 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Student/Domino's delivery driver Pets: Yorkshire Terrier Hobbies/Interests: Video games, Netflix, and after I start losing some weight I'll get into kayaking and swimming again. Height: 5'10 Eye/Hair Color: Brown/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 08/10/2012 Starting Weight: 270 Present Weight:164 Goal Weight: 190 (reevaluate after attaining) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Not eating where I work. Lol. Following any specific plan: Counting calories with My Food Diary and exercise. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm using the same approach as my one and only other time losing weight. The difference being... there's no wedding 3 months into my efforts. Too much temptation destroyed it for me the first time. After two years I often look back and think about how my life would be different if I had just stuck to it. That in itself is a pretty big motivator for me. |
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