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First name: Elizabeth
Geographical location: Florida Age: 28 Marital Status: Divorced Children/Ages: Yes- 9, 6, and 5 Occupation: Nursing Student Pets: a cat and guinea pigs ^_^ Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, Theme Parks, and family Height: 5'6 Eye/Hair Color: Green eyes and Red hair Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Today Starting Weight: 250 Present Weight: 250 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Giving up soda, and sticking to a plan Following any specific plan: Looking for guidance in the best route to go for weight loss What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am determined now, and want to feel better about myself |
Hello Everyone!
First name: Jessica
Geographical location: Toronto, Ontario Age: 25 (next week!) Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: n/a Occupation: Admin Assistant Pets: Toki, Dacshund/Min Pin mix - 5 Months Hobbies/Interests: Walking my puppy, concerts, music, movies Height: 5'10 Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Hazel Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Jan 2009 Starting Weight: 240 Present Weight: 180 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: After the plateau! Following any specific plan: Low cal/cardio What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm taking my health seriously, I had no concept of calories and weight gain, I'm educated and ready for the last 30! Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name: Mindy
Geographical location: Washington state Age: 26 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: n/a Occupation: Nursing student Pets: Rearden - Golden Retriever, 1 year Hobbies/Interests: Reading, being outdoors, volleyball Height: 5'7" Eye/Hair Color: Blue, brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: August 2011 Starting Weight: 157 Present Weight: 154 Goal Weight: 140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight-loss: Consistency once school starts Following any specific plan: Low carb, primal-ish What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I gained 30 pounds and lost it about 5 years ago just by watching what I ate and exercising a few times a week. Now, I have a lot less to lose but more frustration instead. Anything else you would like to share with us: This is my last year of school (finally!) and I want to go out stronger than I started. |
First name: Alex
Geographical location: California Age: 25 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: none Occupation: legal/ but unemployed right now Pets: Yufi - Cat age 6, Fred - goldfish age 1sh Hobbies/Interests: Reading, playing video games (nothing else really just finished up at a pretty demanding school and didn't have time for anything, lol) Height: 5'2" Eye/Hair Color: Hazel/Red Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Today Starting Weight: 250 Present Weight: 250 Goal Weight: 160 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I was raised in a meat and potato household, and am moving back home, so I would have to say having the courage to not fall back into bad habits (for the record my mom is about the same size as me). Following any specific plan: Not so far looking for guidance What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: This time its for me, not because someone told me I should do it. Anything else you would like to share with us: I am a bit self conscious about joining, but am excited when I see everyone's tickers. |
First name: Mary Elizabeth
Geographical location: Chicago Age: 22 Marital Status:no way Children/Ages:definitely no way Occupation:student Pets:none Hobbies/Interests: dancing, reading, exercising, music, movies Height: 5'3 Eye/Hair Color: dark brown hair, brownish-green eyes Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: August 14 Starting Weight: 160 Present Weight: 155 Goal Weight: 135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: i love salty snacks way too much and being a recent college kid i sometimes like alcohol a little too much (and the resulting drunk food) Following any specific plan: south beach phase 1 for the past two weeks What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: first time I've really been serious about losing weight Anything else you would like to share with us: nope :) ________ |
First name: Jen
Geographical location: Boston Age: 26 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: RN Pets: None Hobbies/Interests: Dancing Height: 5'6 Eye/Hair Color: Green/Dark brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Mid-August Starting Weight: 159 Present Weight: 155 Goal Weight: 130 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Recent back surgery (cause of weight gain) Following any specific plan: Back into my regular exercise routine I had pre-surgery, and trying a high protein diet and low carbs (not Atkins-low, but lowish :p) What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I had a taste of being thin for the first time this past year and a half before my surgery happened and I gained some back. After looking great and the attention I got for it, I crave it more than the food :) Anything else you would like to share with us: Also trying to lose for a wedding I have in a couple weeks, mini goal for that is 147 :) |
First name: Oxia
Geographical location: Zurich, Switzerland (anyone else live here?) Hello! Here are my details: Age:24 Marital Status:married for a bit over 1 year Children/Ages: 1 daughter, who is 16 months old Occupation: I've studied music, want to be a college prof, but am currently a full time mother. Pets: none currently-- I love cats, and once my daughter is less high maintenance, I'll probably get one again. Hobbies/Interests: playing sax, piano, and recorder. decorating, sewing, writing. Height: 5'5" Eye/Hair Color: I have green eyes and dark blond hair. Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: a couple days ago-- August 28, 2011 Starting Weight:156lb Present Weight:156lb Goal Weight:110lb Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: eating when I'm stressed, sad, or bored Following any specific plan: no, but I need to find one!!! What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm not sure, but I'm trying to get more support instead of doing it alone. Anything else you would like to share with us: In my family I've always been the "chubby" one or according to great grandmother "pleasantly plump." I want to change that and be more active, thin, and healthy. :) |
First name: Thrive for 145! (I like that better)
Geographical location: MD- DC Metro area Age: 29 Marital Status: Married 9 years Children/Ages: 6 year old wonderful little boy Occupation: Air Traffic Control Pets: Norman (turtle) Hobbies/Interests: Writing, Singing, Dancing, Enjoying Life! Height: 5'4" Eye/Hair Color: Dark Brown/ Black Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 8/18/11 Starting Weight: 255 Present Weight: 248 Goal Weight: 145 (my pre-pregnancy weight) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Staying consistent i.e., exercising daily, eating regularly (on average I would eat once maybe twice a day which I know is terrible for my metabolism) Not eating out often Following any specific plan: Just doing what my personal trainer tells me to do i.e. cutting back on my carbs, doing alot of cardio and weight lifting, eating 5-6 times a day, eating lots of veggies and protein. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am almost 30 (YIKES!) and I know I need to make a change now before this weight is with me for the rest of my life! Would really LOOOOVE to have all the support I can get! Need to stay motivated! |
First name: Jialin
Geographical location: Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Age: 29 (so I just make it to this forum) Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: Occupation: Financial Anlayst Pets: Layla (cat) Hobbies/Interests: Photography, swimming, travel, anime Height: 5'3" Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Black Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Aug-29-2011 Starting Weight: 168 Present Weight: 161 Goal Weight: 105 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: cravings and not give up Following any specific plan: C25K and calorie counting What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: The difference this time is that I am not viewing this as a diet, but a lifestyle change. 6 years ago I lost over 40lb with the help of this forum, but stopped "dieting" after I achieved the goal. Now I am back and more overweight than before. Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name:Dana
Geographical location: Pennsylvania Age:25 Marital Status: single Children/Ages:none Occupation: student/waitress Pets:none Hobbies/Interests: sports, going out, blackjack, travel Height:5'4 Eye/Hair Color:blue/blond Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: sept 5th 2011 Starting Weight:185 Present Weight:185 Goal Weight:125 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:sticking to a healthy diet, stop drinking and eating out Following any specific plan: low fat, work out 4-5 times a week What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:i am not doing it by myself, i am being open with my friends and looking for support Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name: Rebecca
Geographical location: Texas Age: 23 Marital Status: In a relationship Children/Ages: None Occupation: Recent Graduate/Unemployed with an engineering degree Pets: 2 cats and a dwarf hamster Hobbies/Interests: I'm still trying to come up with an answer for that after all these years Height: 5'7" Eye/Hair Color: Brown/either light brown or blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 14 2011 Starting Weight: 215 Present Weight: 191.6 Goal Weight: 140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Moving back home after graduating from college and getting used to a huge change in my life Following any specific plan: Weight Watchers Online What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: This is my first time trying to lose weight. I got to a point where I didn't even want to go anywhere because I didn't want anyone to judge me by my weight. Anything else you would like to share with us: This is my first time posting! I come on here every once in a while and look at progress photos for inspiration but I thought that I might want to start trying to take advantage of the support of the community! |
First name: Aoidela (Adel for short if it's easier ^^)
Geographical location: Florida Age: 26 Marital Status: In a relationship Pets: A cat who thinks she's a walrus, and another cat who is a cross between a cat-cow-panda-puppy. She hasn't decided what she wants to be when she grows up. Hobbies/Interests: I'm a proud female gamer who is also a vegetarian and loves to cook and clean. I make my counterpart proud ;) Height: 5'6" Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Sept 11, 2011 Starting Weight: 195 Present Weight: 195 Goal Weight: 135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: Keeping myself motivated and not giving in to my temptations. Emotional and/or boredom eating are also both issues. Following any specific plan: Combination of calorie counting, fewer carbs/sugars. I'm a new vegetarian. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: It's extremely important to my health and I want to get this under control while my body is still young enough to react. I'm also at a major crossroads in my life and figure that I either need to go big (goal wise!) or go home. So I'm choosing GO BIG! Anything else you would like to share with us: I come from a background of having EDNOS (Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified) and also have PCOS. I'm very determined to get my health back on track and to do so in a healthy manner. |
First name: Amanda
Geographical location: Texas... Age: 21 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: n/a Occupation: Student/Weekend Receptionist/Crisis Counselor Pets: Tuxedo cat, and a mini schnauzer Hobbies/Interests: Politics, music, sex, psychology, food, all that is good and interesting Height: 5'8" Eye/Hair Color: Brown, Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: August 2011 Starting Weight: 230 Present Weight: 208 Goal Weight: 140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight-loss: To continue, and see it through to my goal Following any specific plan: Weight Watchers What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Focus. Anything else you would like to share with us: I want to graduate at a Normal BMI. |
First name: Jessica
Geographical location:Bonney Lake, WA Age: 24 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Patient Service Rep - Urgent Care Pets: 2 Yorkies.. Turbo and Zoey Hobbies/Interests: Cake Decorationg, Theme Parks, and family Height: 5'3 Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Brown w/ highlights Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: August 2nd, 2011 Starting Weight: 317 Present Weight: 272 Goal Weight: 180 or lower Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Giving up soda, and sticking to a plan Following any specific plan: Ideal Protein What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:Determination.. Personal Goals |
First name: Katie
Geographical location: Michigan Age: 24 Marital Status: dating, in a serious relationship Children/Ages: 0 Occupation: Credit Analyst Pets: 2 dogs - Fiso and Harley Hobbies/Interests: Reading, walking the pups, volleyball Height: 5' 8" Eye/Hair Color: hazel/ brownish Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 9/8/11 Starting Weight: 185 Present Weight: 185 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I love cake! Following any specific plan: WW What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Doctor said I had high cholesterol and made me wake up a bit! |
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