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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 :) |
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