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First name: Jenny
Geographical location: Southern California Age: 19-->20 (almost 20.. like in 4 months?) Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: 0 Occupation: Full time University Student Pets: Nope Hobbies/Interests: I'm still looking for it.. But I am an Ex-Maplestory Player. I quit now b/c it ruined my GPA. Height: 5'2 Eye/Hair Color: dark brown/dark brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 129 Starting Weight:129 Present Weight:126 Goal Weight:115 (..yea..I'm aiming high.) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Getting pass 120s, it's really hard for me. I tend to get stuck around 121-122 and goes back up. I need to get past the 120s! I'm in here for the long run! Following any specific plan:Practice Healthy Living -2 salad for lunch per week -Apple a day -Fruits everyday -Drink 8 glass of water per day -Being active & taking the long route when walking to school -going to gym 3 days per week -Stalk SNSD FAN website & look at their photo for encouragement. -weight myself everyday -Try to eat under 1500 calories.. (i'm a calories counter.. but hey, it works for me) -Keep a 3fatchicks Healthy Living Blog & do weekly events on there. -manage a photoshoot of myself every weekend.. to track my record. -NEVER EVER starve myself. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: -I keep a blog for encouragement & to keep me on track. Anything else you would like to share with us: -Growing up, I was always considered the fattest girl in the family. All my girls cousins were thin and I felt bad. Sometime, I feel that they condensed me for my weight. My parents love me so much. But for once, I just want to my parents proud, that not only do they have a smart daughter but also a beautiful daughter. So, Finally, at the age of 19, I want to do something for myself. I want to change for the better. :) |
I just found this and thought I'd jump in (if that's cool with everyone)
First name: Amber Geographical location: Pennsylvania Age:20 Marital Status: Married as of April :D Children/Ages:not yet but I have 2 nephews that I have often. Occupation:CNA Pets:Otis my 4 year old American Bulldog, and Chino my 6month old Chihuahua Hobbies/Interests: volleyball, music, camping, swimming... Height:5'2" Eye/Hair Color: blue eyes, brown hair. Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: not sure on that one. Starting Weight:212 Present Weight:208 Goal Weight:130 (might go lower if i even make it that far) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I keep giving up. I'm from a huge Italian family and everything we do is centered around a TON of food. It is hard to stay on track and feel like i'm in with the fam. Following any specific plan: trying to find a good plan for me, but for now just small food changes. (no soda or junk food) What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I saw myself yesterday how everyone else sees me (body wise) on video camera and about cried. Anything else you would like to share with us: nope :D |
First name: Jasmine
Geographical location: Florida, USA Age: 26 Occupation: Currently unemployed :( Hoping to change that in the next few days. Pets: Two lovely kitties. Hobbies/Interests: Reading, writing, photography, baking/cooking, gaming, a few heavy academic interests. Height: 5'6 Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 8/21/11 Starting Weight: 194.6 Present Weight: 194.6 Goal Weight: 130 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Complacency, stress eating. Following any specific plan: Researching to see if any are right for me. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am beginning a new chapter in my life and want to do it right this time. Anything else you would like to share with us: Hoping to also find a buddy on the site who is in a similar boat as me to help keep each other motivated. |
First name: Laura Geographical location: South Florida Age: 22 Marital Status: I just moved in with my boyfriend :) Children/Ages: - Occupation: LAST SEMESTER STUDENT. Currently job seeking. Pets: - Hobbies/Interests: Height: 5’4” Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 08/17/2011 officially want it to begin. Starting Weight: 210 Present Weight: 204 Goal Weight: 130-140.. happiness is more important than the number at the moment. Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Making this a priority and believing in myself to maintain the habits. Mayyyybe training my tastebuds to crave peanut butter and chocolate less ;) Following any specific plan: Currently calorie counting – am deciding on which more structured plan works for me! I’ve used both WW and South Beach before and seen exactly the same results….. but only stuck them out for 2 months each. I think WW might be more maintainable for me long run, while taking notes from SB as to the best foods for weight loss. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I’ve finally accepted that I deserve this change and don’t deserve to feel the way that I do /have for the past 4 years. I think a large part of my journey is mental. Anything else you would like to share with us: I am hoping to find accountability and support on this forum! Please contact me if you want :D |
First name: Amber
Geographical location: Upstateish Newyork Age:21 Marital Status:Single :) Children/Ages: none Occupation: office Manager Pets: Pitbull, Brownie 3yrs Chi/Pek, Jill 2yrs Hobbies/Interests: Bowling, Shopping, movies, makeup, bars Height:5'5 Eye/Hair Color: Blue / Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 2/11 Starting Weight:282 Present Weight:253 Goal Weight:150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:everything??? Staying on track is my biggest problem. Ill go hard for a few months and get bored and stop Following any specific plan: my own What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I cant fut my finger on it. I feel different this time about it. I think im truly ready. Also could be that i lost 30lbs and loved the feeling of it so i want it back! Anything else you would like to share with us: anyone else in ny? |
First name: Tina
Geographical location: Austin, TX Age: 21 Marital Status: single Children/Ages: n/a Occupation: Student Pets: 2 dogs Hobbies/Interests: watching movies, reading books, web design Height: 5'1'' Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 7th grade Starting Weight: 126 Present Weight: approx. 126 Goal Weight: 110 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: cravings and the urge to eat fattening food! I am addicted to food! Following any specific plan: low-carb diet What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am just so fed up with constantly giving up, and now I am trying something completely new: low-carb, which so far seems to be making me feel less puffy/bloated with more energy. Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name: Chou
Geographical location: Middle Europe Age: 24 Marital Status: single Children/Ages: n/a Occupation: Personal Assistant Pets: one cat Hobbies/Interests: reading, cooking, hanging out with friends, shopping.. Height: 5'5 Eye/Hair Color: auburn / blue Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: February 2008 Starting Weight: 238 lbs Present Weight: 169 lbs :/ Goal Weight: 125-130 lbs Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I have zero self-restraint and I'm lazy. Following any specific plan: calorie counting and I try working out. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I've been losing weight for almost 3 years now; recently I started gaining again and now I'm up by almost 12lbs. I haven't been this heavy in two years, and I really don't want to go off-track and miss this chance. Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name: Charysse
Geographical location: Australia Age: 24 Marital Status: De facto relationship Children/Ages: None Occupation: Reservations Agent Pets: 2 Cats - Kitty & Coke Hobbies/Interests: Reading, movies, horses Height: 5'0 Eye/Hair Color: Green eyes, Brunette hair Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 8th August 2011 Starting Weight: 98kg Present Weight: 97kg Goal Weight: 55 kg Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Chocolate! And all the foods my boyfriend loves... Following any specific plan: No What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I've worked on my eating and gotten it to a good stage...Feeling good throughout the day and have broken the cycle of a lot of the junk I used to eat. Now I've added in the gym and am really enjoying it. I've thought it through this time! Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm excited to be here :) |
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First name: Delilah
Geographical location: Texas Age: 25 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: 0 Occupation: Finance Pets: 0 Hobbies/Interests: Reading, movies, DIY, Christianity Height: 5'6" Eye/Hair Color: Green/Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Today Starting Weight: 190 Present Weight: 190 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Emotional eating & consistently working out Following any specific plan: Counting calores & hopefully working out 4-5 times a week What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I've never been this big before and I'm starting to get stretch marks all over. This has to stop. |
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 |
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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! |
First name: Jessica
Geographical location: Alabama Age: 25 (almost 26...good grief) Marital Status: engaged - wedding is in 3 months Children/Ages: 0 Occupation: Librarian Pets: 3 cats (Princess, Boots, and Buddy) Hobbies/Interests:Reading, Harry Potter, Watching TV, Movies, friends, cooking, baking, research, history, etc. Height:5'9 3/4 Eye/Hair Color: Hazel/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 8, 2009 Starting Weight: 209 Present Weight: 185 Goal Weight:145 (more or less) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I get REALLY busy and I forget to eat right. I also have a tendency to emotionally over-eat, it is a trait that runs in my family. Getting help for the emotional eating and I have done really good about it. I also forget to write things down and plan accordingly. Following any specific plan: Calorie Counting and intense workouts What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: In June 2009, I was scared when I saw that I had hit 209. Never had any real health related issues related to my health but i knew that if I continued I would be a lot like my father. So one day, I just decided and I haven't looked back. It has been a very gradual and slow process but I have made healthy changes that have assisted me in maintaining my loss. Anything else you would like to share with us: I am six pounds away from hitting my college weight. That is my mini goal for right now. |
First name: Mande
Geographical location: Calgary, AB, Canada Age: 27 Marital Status: Domestic Partner Children/Ages: None Occupation: Supervisor, Call Center Pets: 2 kitties (Squirtle and Monster) Hobbies/Interests: Knitting, swimming, biking Height: 5'5 Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: There's been 3! LOL, September 10th, 2011 Starting Weight: 296.7 Lbs Present Weight: 293 Goal Weight: 140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: My excuses for exercise and my struggle with quitting smoking Following any specific plan: Calorie counting and regular exercise What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I lost 40lbs in the past, and thought it was now part of my regular routine, 9 months later, the weight is completely back. This time I won't let up, I've realized this will be a life-time of watching and caring. Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm getting married in August of 2012, and I don't necessarily need to be at my goal weight, but I sure would love to be able to enjoy the day without being out of breath, looking and feeling uncomfortable, and not feeling like people are staring at me for all the wrong reasons. My soon-to-be wife deserves this as much as I do. |
First name: Brittny
Geographical location: Kansas Age:24 Marital Status: Long term relationship Children/Ages: Avery who is 2 and the coolest kid ever Occupation: Secretary/RN student. Will have my RN in May!! Pets: Baxter and Mac, ornery boston terriers Hobbies/Interests: I love crafting and I really want to learn to sew but right now I don't have time for any of that Height: 5'4" Eye/Hair Color:Blue/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: August 24 2011 Starting Weight:186.6 Present Weight:178 Goal Weight:140-145 I think it's normal to bounce around between a few pounds, especially around that time of the month Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Portion control and just overall over eating. I eat when I'm happy/sad/depressed/stressed and I am trying to stop that. Following any specific plan: I started with Ideal Protein but due to the lack of knowledge of my coach and cost I just ordered from New Lifestyle What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: This is truly my first big weight loss attempt. I feel like I'm at a good point in my life. I went through an ugly divorce, followed by an emotionally abusive relationship, followed by being a poor single mom. Now I'm in a good relationship with a man I hope to marry and I want to walk across the stage at my RN pinning ceremony skinny! Anything else you would like to share with us: I came to this support group from the Ideal Protein forum hoping to find young women I can identify more with. |
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First name: Trinity
Geographical location: Michigan, USA Age:18 Marital Status:Single Children/Ages:None Occupation:Student Pets:Cat Hobbies/Interests:International Travel, yoga, baking, Intellectual debate Height: 5'5 Eye/Hair Color:Brown/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:11/30/2010 Starting Weight:320 Present Weight:288 Goal Weight:165 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Learning to eat only when Im hungry. Ignoring others influence on what I eat Following any specific plan:No What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I have self confidence Anything else you would like to share with us:Nothing, really. But if anyone has questions I would certainly answer them. |
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First name: Marilyn
Geographical location: SF Bay Area, CA Age: 25 Marital Status: living with boyfriend Children/Ages: none Occupation: engineer Pets: none yet Hobbies/Interests: cooking, running (I did my first 5k three weeks ago!), travel Height: 5' 3.5" Eye/Hair Color: brown / brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 8/1/2011 Starting Weight: 197 Present Weight: 185 Goal Weight: 140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: my own fear of success Following any specific plan: calorie counting at 1200 / 1400 (trading off every two weeks) and working out for an hour 5x week What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I can say that I hit an emotional rock bottom that really kicked me into gear. I do not love food as much as I love myself. That's what I tell myself. I have accepted my addiction to food and I am working with it this time, instead of against it. Anything else you would like to share with us: I like many people have yo-yo-ed a lot in my life and I just want to do this and keep it off for good this time. I accept that making these life changes will have to be a forever thing. |
First name: Katie
Geographical location: East Coast! Age: 20 Marital Status: Not married, but in a great long term relationship! Children/Ages: none! Occupation: Undergrad Student Pets: I wish! I totes love dogs Hobbies/Interests: Knitting, kids, video games, magazines, and some good celebrity gossip! Height: 5 foot 8 Eye/Hair Color: Hazel eyes, Dirty Blonde hair Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: This Monday! The 12th Starting Weight: 190 Present Weight: 190 Goal Weight:150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: yo-yo dieting. Weight loss apathy. Following any specific plan: 1200 calories a day and 30 minutes of exercise 5 days a week! What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: A big goal, to look and feel my best for studying abroad in Florence! Anything else you would like to share with us: This has to be the millionth time I've gained weight, just to lose it again. Losing 40 pounds in 4 months in going to be tough, but I know the real hardest part for me will be keeping it off. |
First name: Lauren
Geographical location: NC Age: 24 Marital Status: single Children/Ages: none Occupation: state employee Pets: a dog- Lucy Hobbies/Interests: reading, watching TV Height: 5'8" Eye/Hair Color: bluish green/dark blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 08/29/11 Starting Weight: 174 Present Weight: 168 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: resisting desserts! specifically, chocolate. Following any specific plan: counting calories with app on phone, gym 3-4 days each week What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am truly determined this time to look and feel healthy! Anything else you would like to share with us: I think that's it. |
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First name: Liz Geographical location: Tecumseh, MI Age: 29 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: 0 Occupation: Maintenance Pets: Kitty (B-Ba) Hobbies/Interests: Gardening, reading, walking, hunting Height: 5'3" Eye/Hair Color: Blue, Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Feb 07, 2011 Starting Weight: 265.4 Present Weight: 222.8 Goal Weight: 145 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Falling off plan Following any specific plan: C25K, general nutrition and better choices. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Instead of getting disappointed and quitting I've stuck through some failures. Usually when I hit 230 or the 220s I feel like I've done a good job and lose my focus. This time I'm determined to hit Onderland and beyond. Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name: Aleksandra
Geographical location: NYC Age: 20 Marital Status: almost engaged ;) :carrot: Children/Ages: n/a Occupation: Engineering student Pets: an awesome dog-unit Hobbies/Interests: Reading (Cosmopolitan and Pop Mechanics), hanging out with the boyfriend, studying/planning/thinking (about how to use my engineering degree to not do engineering), Height:5' 8.5 Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: July 2010 Starting Weight: 187 Present Weight: 155 Goal Weight:130 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: studying makes me hungry. and I love pastries/cakes (weird, right??) Following any specific plan: I'm vegetarian, which was when my accidental weight loss journey commenced. Mostly watching portion-size, eating only when hungry, eating good/raw foods when possible, trying to cut sweets, trying to fit into small jeans, etc. Used to do South Beach - I implement low-carb, low-GI concepts/foods into my diet when I can What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm not going to be young forever!! I just turned 20, and I'm not overweight, but I still get called "fatty" - what the fudge? Anything else you would like to share with us: My boyfriend says I'm beautiful, BUT I know he likes skinny girls. UH OH. Anything for him though =) |
First name: Traci
Geographical location: Southern California Age: 21 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: Not until I'm in my late twenties/early thirties and married! Occupation: Cold Stone manager/hostess at a restaurant/part-time LegalShielf rep Pets: None that I personally care for Hobbies/Interests: SINGING, music, adventure time, genuine and kind people, laughing, learning guitar, learning how to manage my life most efficiently (laugh), hiking, camping, leisure rides, traveling, musicals, theatrical productions, rom-coms, chick flicks, ... this list can go on and on. Height: 5 feet and 3.75 inches Eye/Hair Color: Hazel/Dark brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: May 2011 Starting Weight: 171 lbs Present Weight: 165.2 lbs Goal Weight: 130 lbs Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Choosing more nutritious and better foods over the super junky - damn my sweet-and-junky tooth. And lack of willpower ^^. Following any specific plan: I picked up a book at a local library called FMS (Fitness Made Simple) and have been following it as best I can for the past 5 weeks. For my efforts, I've lost nearly 6 lbs :). What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm actually following a plan. It's simple enough that I don't get bored or disheartened. Anything else you would like to share with us: I want to be able to run in the 2012 Antarctica Marathon with my aunt. Once I get into the 150's, I'll get more serious about running. Also, with my recent weight loss results, I'm feeling pretty damn sexy and am far more appreciative of my body than I was six weeks prior. I'm enjoying every moment. |
First name: Amber
Geographical location: Missouri Age: 24 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: 5yo and 8 month old sons Occupation: Mom Pets: 1 dog Hobbies/Interests: reading, writing, hula hooping Height: 5'4" Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Black Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: May 2011 Starting Weight: 211 Present Weight: 184 Goal Weight: 135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Figuring out a way of eating that works and can be maintained for life. Following any specific plan: Dirty Carnivore What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Determination, believing that it is possible, and not being hungry all the time Anything else you would like to share with us: Looking forward to meeting you all! __________________ |
Hello 20 somethings!!
First name: Gloria
Geographical location: Northern California Age: 23 Marital Status: Newly Wed Children/Ages: None Occupation: Child care Pets: A dobie Hobbies/Interests: Baking "eek!", Walking, Reading Height: 5'1 Eye/Hair Color: Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Hoping NOW 9/20/2011 Starting Weight: 185 Present Weight: 185 Goal Weight: 130 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Not having enough time to exercise. Following any specific plan: Consuming no more than 1400 cal/day What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: My drive! Anything else you would like to share with us: I really want to loose this weight, being a newly wed and all I know that I will soon have to start planning a family of my own. I do not want to get pregnant and have all this unhealthy weight on me. I want to live a long healthy life for my family. |
First name: Elma
Geographical location: Japan Age: 27. I actually wrote 26 and then realized that wasn't true :( Marital Status: Domestic Partner Children/Ages: none Occupation: Language Instructor/Freelance Business consultant Pets: none Hobbies/Interests: Decorating, online shopping, travelling Height: 157cm / 5ft2 Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Keeps on changing Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 26 Sept 2011 Starting Weight: 81kg / 178lbs Present Weight: 81kg / 178lbs Goal Weight: 60kg / 132lbs Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: being lazy and not liking exercise, loving Pasta/Bread, eating dinner late, cookies or chocolate as mid afternoon snacks. Damn, that's a lot of hurdles. Following any specific plan: I've got the P90X which I intend to follow (EDIT: The P90X is too difficult for me, I've switched to 30 Day Shred), I also hope to join the gym in a couple of weeks and take up swimming/cardio/weight training What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I've come to the conclusion that it is the only thing I've never been able to achieve, it's time to win this. Anything else you would like to share with us: I'll need your help :) |
First name: Shannon
Geographical location: Denver, Co. Age: 25 Marital Status: Engaged Children/Ages: N/A Occupation: Unemployed, Student Pets: 2 Cats, Buzz and Lollipop Hobbies/Interests: Sewing, going to see my friends bands, getting tattoos, seeing movies, making music in a band my fiance and I are starting, cut and paste art, band promotion, writing, playing with my cats :) Height: 5'5" on a good day Eye/Hair Color: Brown eyes/ Black hair Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Sept. 17, 2011 Starting Weight:238 Present Weight: 235 Goal Weight: 160-150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Stress eating Following any specific plan: Calorie counting What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I actually believe I can do it this time. Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm really excited to finally take charge of my life! |
First name: Charlie
Geographical location: France Age: 24 Marital Status: single Children/Ages: n/a Occupation: teacher Pets: n/a Hobbies/Interests: playing music, reading, hiking Height: 5' 9" Eye/Hair Color: blue/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 9/27/11, officially Starting Weight: 149 Highest Weight: 177 Present Weight: 149 Goal Weight: 128 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: laziness re: exercise Following any specific plan: Couch to 5k What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Now that I'm in the 140s, getting to my goal with exercise actually seems attainable! Anything else you would like to share with us: |
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