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First name: Jess
Geographical location: Austin, TX Age: 26 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: 0 Occupation: Marketing Pets: 1 Pup Hobbies/Interests: Painting, Reading A LOT, TV....the usual Height: 5' 4" Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Lifelong! Starting Weight: 171....then got down to 138....now life hurdles has me back at 163ish Present Weight: 163 Goal Weight: 135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Not gaining the weight back! Following any specific plan: Just eating right and working out What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I know I can do it, now I just need to stay there Anything else you would like to share with us: We'll learn more about each other as we go. |
First name: Jordan
Geographical location: Philadelphia, Pa Age: 23 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: none Occupation: not currently employed Pets: none Hobbies/Interests: Reading, shopping, music, writing, bowling Height: 5'4 Eye/Hair Color: brown, dark brown but I dye it honey blondish... Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 11/01/2011 Starting Weight: 234 Present Weight: 223 Goal Weight: 170 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Skinny friends and family members. It's hard when they are eating whatever they want and I just can't! Pus I have a serious sweet tooth Following any specific plan: South beach/ weight watchers What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: This time I feel that I am ready to make the lifestyle change. In the past once I reached my goal I'd go back to eating whatever I wanted. Anything else you would like to share with us: |
Here I go again, hopefully not on my own!
First name: Liz
Geographical location: Ohio Age:22 Marital Status:Single, unfortunately Children/Ages:None Occupation:Unemployed for now Pets:1 dog Hobbies/Interests: music, tv, online stuff, reading Height: 5'9" Eye/Hair Color: Blue/dark blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:11/15/2011 Starting Weight:298 Present Weight:296 Goal Weight:180 Biggest hurdle(s) to overcome in weightloss: combining it with my Gallbladder(GB) sickness and not supportive family Following any specific plan: HELP ME HERE! Please! What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I have impairments due to GB surgery and back surgery, and trying to control new GI problems. Anything else you would like to share with us: nope. |
There's a healthy woman waiting to break free somewhere in there
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First name: Rebecca Geographical location: Texas Age: 23 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: none! Occupation: student/receptionist Pets: two adorable cats that I rescued as 5 week old kittens. Now two years old! Hobbies/Interests: karate or Kung fu, singing, computers, swimming, traveling Height: 5'6 Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Starting Weight: 190 ish Present Weight: 186 Goal Weight: 140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: eating when I'm bored! I do it ALL THE TIME Following any specific plan: no just reducing my portions, I stop eating around 6 or 7 and I'm working out more. Just a general lifestyle change What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: this site. Ive lost weight before but I need a support system otherwise I lose my motivation Anything else you would like to share with us: Im so glad I found this website! __________________ |
First name: Kevin
Geographical location: New Mexico...better than the old one! Age: 20 Marital Status: Single Occupation: Student Pets: Chihuahua and a Dachshund Hobbies/Interests: Listening to kpop, watching kdramas, and thinking about life Height: 5' 11'' Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Black Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: May 2011 Starting Weight: 220 Present Weight: 176 Goal Weight: 160 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: The mentality and starting of it Following any specific plan: Hacker's! What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am more knowledgeable Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm a guy ._. |
First name: Stephanie
Geographical location: Massachusetts Age:24 Marital Status:Married Children/Ages:One Child, (3) Occupation:Paralegal Pets:None Hobbies/Interests: working out, reading Height:5'6" Eye/Hair Color:brown, brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:11/1/11 Starting Weight:269 Present Weight:264 Goal Weight:150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Sticking to it even after some weight loss, and sweets! Following any specific plan: None, comtemplating calorie counting because I've tried and was successful with it What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I feel motivated with a great support system and I just do not want to live the rest of my twenties as a big girl Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name: Lacy
Geographical location: Louisiana Age: 25 Marital Status: single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Mental Health Professional Pets: 1 cat Hobbies/Interests: Reading, cycling, college football Height: 5'4" Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Dark brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Semptember 2011 Starting Weight: 180 Present Weight: 157 Goal Weight: 135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: General temptations from the culture of the south...I.e. overeating, over drinking at every gathering. Following any specific plan: Ideal Protein What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: So many family members and friends decided to start a weight loss plan at the same time, it just seemed like the right time. The support makes all the difference. Anything else you would like to share with us: As a mental health professional, I am always working with other people to figure out how they tick and how their problems began in order to solve them. It's time to turn the tables on myself for once where my weight is concerned ;) |
First name: Lisa
Geographical location: California Age: 25 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Graduate student Pets: Going to get a fish next week (!!!) Hobbies/Interests: Yoga, fashion, running, international development, acappella Height: 5'2 Eye/Hair Color: Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 2010 Starting Weight: 140 Present Weight: 132 Goal Weight: 110-115. My goal weight might seem low, but I am really small boned, so a weight of 110-115 is actually healthy for me. My bigger goals are to have a normal relationship with food, feel confident wearing whatever I want, and actually be excited to be in pictures. Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Eating while studying & emotional eating Following any specific plan: nope! No counting calories, no restricting foods... I just want to stop overeating What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Just found this website, and I think the support network will be a big help. :hug: Anything else you would like to share with us: You are all such great inspirations. Good luck on your journeys! :hat: |
First name: Leah
Geographical location: St. Louis Age: 25 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Medical student Pets: My mom has a cat; my landlord doesn't allow pets Hobbies/Interests: Pilates, running, thrift store shopping, cooking, playing my violin, trying to get into crafting Height: 5'1" Eye/Hair Color: Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: ? I feel like I've always been trying to lose weight since I was 14 years old, so it's hard to answer this question. Starting Weight: 140ish, but I guess it depends when you count as starting. Highest weight was 170. Present Weight: 138.5 Goal Weight: 110 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Emotional/stress eating Following any specific plan: Not really, trying to get into using my LoseIt app to count calories, but I only do it for a few days at a time and then poop out. But really I don't think I need to count calories. My body knows when I've eaten too little or too much. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Taking it slooooow this time. I have lost weight quickly many times before, but it always comes right back. Anything else you would like to share with us: Oh I hate this question! |
Geographical location: Sydney
Age: 20 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: N/A Occupation: student Pets: chickens Hobbies/Interests: going out. photography though i'm not good at it and don't really do it anymore. I feel like I dont have many hobbies for some reason. Height: 163cm (5'4") Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Oct 13, 2011 Starting Weight: 65.5kg (144 lbs) Present Weight: 62.4kg or 138 lbs (was 61.8kg a week ago :( ) Goal Weight: 50kg Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: I lack self-discipline and conscientiousness in all aspects of my life and have zero motivation. Also going through a crap time in my life right now. Following any specific plan: Got an app on my iPod called my net diary to count every single calorie I eat and burn via exercise everyday. Was working well to begin with but now I seem to have stopped losing weight and started losing motivation. Which is why I joined this site. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I actually put the plan into action for once. |
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First name:Arianna
Geographical location:Katy, Tx Age:20 Marital Status:In a relationship, not married. Children/Ages:1 son, 4 months old Occupation:Student Height:5'5" Eye/Hair Color:black, brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:Yesterday :^: Starting Weight:195 Present Weight:195 Goal Weight:140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Sticking to anything. Following any specific plan: None at all. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Well, this time it's not just coming on unconsciously. Anything else you would like to share with us: I was this weight when i was about 16 years old, and in just a little over a year I dropped down to 130, without any real effort. I gained it all back when I got pregnant last year, and now here I am, I do not even know where to begin. |
First name: Maiken
Geographical location: Denmark Age: 22 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: none Occupation: Student Pets: Cat named Faust the Tigger Hobbies/Interests: Reading, cooking, watching bad tv Height: 5'4'' Eye/Hair Color: Green/Dark brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 10/18-11 Starting Weight: 224 Present Weight: 213 Goal Weight: 124 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Sticking to it Following any specific plan: Counting calories What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: This time I'm doing it for me :) Anything else you would like to share with us: I really love the word cheese |
First name: Sarah
Geographical location: Lakewood, CO Age: 24 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: No children Occupation: Economic analyst Pets: None Hobbies/Interests: Music! Reading, playing computer games, photography, traveling Height: 5'6" Eye/Hair Color: Green/Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Nov. 28th, 2011 Starting Weight: 202 Present Weight: 196 Goal Weight: 130 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Unnecessary eating when I'm bored. Following any specific plan: Nothing in particular, but I've read a lot of diet books and follow a lot of healthy eating blogs. Getting tips and advice from them. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I've set clear (and what I believe are attainable/reasonable) goals and reached out to my family as a support group and a friend who is on the weight loss journey herself. Anything else you would like to share with us: One of my goals is to, sometime this summer, climb a 14er (mountain over 14,000 feet) and have an amazing time doing it! |
First name: Trish
Geographical location: TX, USA Age: 23 Marital Status: In a Relationship Children/Ages: None Occupation: Student Pets: 1 Cat - Nika Hobbies/Interests: Reading, Video Games, Dance, Crochet/Knitting Height: 5' 2" Eye/Hair Color: Hazel (change colors)/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Oct 2011 Starting Weight: 162 Present Weight: 152 Goal Weight: 105 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Stress eating Following any specific plan: Just eating healthier and exercising regularly What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am trying to set up a healthier support system for myself Anything else you would like to share with us: I have serious problems with depression, and that has a very negative impact on the stability of my weight. I hope to work on my depression in tandem with my fitness, so that I can achieve lasting goals. |
First name: Elizabeth
Geographical location: Philadelphia, PA Age: 19 (I'm turning 20 very soon!) Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: none Occupation: college student Pets: none Hobbies/Interests: reading, fashion, photography, making cute crafts Height: 5-5 Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: I've been trying to lose weight for so many years, but I'm hoping that I'll finally be successful this time around Starting Weight: 150 Present Weight: 150 Goal Weight: 120 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: getting discouraged when I don't see results as quickly as I would like, eating junk when I'm stressed out or tired Following any specific plan: low sugar, cutting processed and heavy foods, cardio and other exercise What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm going to try and not give up two weeks into my diet this time. Anything else you would like to share with us: nope! I'm excited to be a part of this forum, and I hope that it'll help me successfully complete my weight loss journey :) |
First name: "Luna
Geographical location: south Texas Age: 20 Marital Status: in a relationship :) Children/Ages: N/A Occupation: Unemployed, but looking! Pets: a dog Hobbies/Interests: I love reading news articles and books, hanging out with my Love, shopping, and lounging lol. Height: 5'5 Eye/Hair Color: brown& dark brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: off and on for a few years, official change for life (most determined attempt-TODAY! :) Starting Weight: I'll say 202lbs since that was my heaviest in about April. Present Weight: I don't own a scale but 188lbs last Wednesday. I weigh myself at a clinic twice a week. Goal Weight: 140lbs Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: Not to over eat! Fighting off cravings. Following any specificplan: Not really, just counting calories and exercising. I want something that I can stick to for a lifetime. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: In simple terms, I'm tired of being overweight and everything that comes with it. Anything else you would liketo share with us: I can't wait to get the hang of this. :) |
First name: Karissa.
Geographical location: Charleston, S.C. Age: 22. Marital Status: Engaged. Children/Ages: None. Occupation: Student/waitress. Pets: Cooper, a golden retriever mutt. :) Hobbies/Interests: God, time with loved ones, naps, looking up recipes (cooking some of them, but mostly looking... haha), Sephora, music, and movies. Height: 5 ft 2 inches. Eye/Hair Color: Blue/gray. Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Jan. 16, 2011. I fell off the wagon since then. Jan. 1, 2012 I jump back on full force. Starting Weight: 228.4 lbs. - Jan. 2011 Present Weight: 210.8 lbs. - Dec. 2011 Goal Weight: 135 lbs. or whenever I'm healthy and happy. Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Food cravings. I've worked in a restaurant for the last half of this year and I've become very fond of fast food on the way to work, grazing at work, and strange eating hours that lead me to the drive-thru on the way home from work. Also, out of nowhere, I've developed a "sweet tooth" to go with my other "food teeth" that already existed. Ugh. Following any specific plan: High protein, low fat, low carb, and some good ol' calorie counting. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm approaching it from a new perspective with my new found faith and trying to honor God in all things that I do, and that includes how I take care of my body. I also want to be the bride NOT worrying about losing weight before the big day and the mom that has a healthy body for healthy pregnancies in the future. :) Anything else you would like to share with us: I recently just got engaged and I love powerlifting... one day I'd like to be in a weight class where I can actually be competitive. |
Geographical location: Florida
Age: 21! Marital Status: In a relationship with the most wonderful guy . Children/Ages: No children. Occupation: College student graduating this May :carrot: Pets: One puppy! A Yorkie Poo named Chloe. Hobbies/Interests: Crafting, Shopping, Reading, & traveling. Height: 5'3 Eye/Hair Color: brown eyes & jet black hair. Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:11/19/11 Starting Weight:180 Present Weight: 180 Goal Weight: 130 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Possibly PCOS, social eating, & having to prepare my own food =/ Following any specific plan: Not yet :?: I'm deciding between a low carb diet or counting calories. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I want to feel comfortable in my body. Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm excited to get to know everyone & to complete my weightloss journey! |
First name: AmandaLynn
Geographical location: Illinois Age: 24 Marital Status: Single/Taken Children/Ages: Ashtyn, 6 Occupation: Debt Consultant Pets: Razzle my Beta! Hobbies/Interests: Drawing, painting, graphic design, photography, modeling, fashion design, anything artsy and creative. Also love music & dancing & social gatherings. Height: 5'3" Eye/Hair Color: Blue / Naturally blonde -- Right now streaked black/blonde/red. Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: December 1st, 2012 Starting Weight: 158lbs Present Weight: 153.2lbs Goal Weight: 125lbs Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Not overeating, eating fast food, and committing to my exercise! Following any specific plan: Just eating smaller portions, healthy snacks throughout the day and all low-fat/low-cal foods with no soda! Also, been going to the gym for the first time in my life! What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I've realized that the longer I put this off the harder it's going to be and I'm wasting my best years! Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm a little weird but very happy to be here! |
First name: Elizabeth
Geographical location: Canada Age: 24 Marital Status: In a relationship Children/Ages: Nope Occupation: Teaching intern/retail associate Pets: Lily, Buttercup, and MacGregor- all beagles! Hobbies/Interests: Belly dancing, musical theatre, reading, history, being a big nerd Height: 5'4" Eye/Hair Color: Green/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: December 26, 2011 Starting Weight: 210 Present Weight: 210 Goal Weight: 145 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Carbs and not making a commitment to my health Following any specific plan: Low-carb What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm done yo-yoing wityh my weight. time for permanent change. |
First name: Jaime
Geographical location: Florida Age: 26 Marital Status: Recently engaged :hug: Children/Ages: None yet Occupation: Student & Gas Station Wench Pets: Shadow Raven (dog/profile picture) Hobbies/Interests: Reading, cooking, writing, painting, exploring the outdoors Height: 5'4" Eye/Hair Color: Greenish-blueish-hazel Starting Date of Weight-loss Journey: It's been a long time Starting Weight: Highest 198, current restart 182 Present Weight: 182 Goal Weight: 130ish Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight-loss: Sweets and my love to cook them Following any specific plan: Combo Weight-Watchers and calorie counting What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: My partner in crime, my fiance Anything else you would like to share with us: I think my biggest goal will be to get in shape before the wedding and getting him to exercise with me :D |
First name: Misty
Geographical location:Virginia Beach Age:29 Marital Status:Married Children/Ages:Benjamin 5- Hailey 3 Occupation: Work in a sandpaper factory :) Pets: 2 dogs Hobbies/Interests:I like spending time with my family and friends going to parks the beach and concerts Height:5'1 Eye/Hair Color:blue & brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: I'm starting tomorrow! 1/2/12 Starting Weight:170 Present Weight:170 Goal Weight:140 would be good 130 even better Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I love to eat! I guess I'm one of those people who are addicted to food. I eat until I feel like I'm gonna pop! Following any specific plan:Turbo fire and maybe slimfast What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:I'm getting older and if I dont do it now its never gonna happen for me. I tired of not being comfortable in my own skin |
First name: Chantal
Geographical location: Canada Age: 24 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: 0 Occupation: Finance Pets: A dog Hobbies/Interests: Cooking, travelling, shopping...and drinking martinis Height: 5'4" Eye/Hair Color: Hazel/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Back on track 1/1/2012 Starting Weight: 185 Present Weight: 185 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Sticking to it. Snacking, late night eating, laziness. Following any specific plan: WW PointsPlus What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Hopefully more support and less distractions Anything else you would like to share with us: Not yet! |
First name: Elle
Geographical location: Canada Age: 23 Marital Status: Dating Children/Ages: No Occupation: Student/ Call centre agent Pets: None Hobbies/Interests: quotes, poetry, cooking, movies, playing games (board, video, cards etc), history. Height: 5'9" Eye/Hair Color: dark brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 1st, 2012 Starting Weight: 241.6 Present Weight: 241.6 Goal Weight: 180 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Giving into temptation & making the effort to workout. Axiety issues. Following any specific plan: Counting calories & exercise at least 5 times a week. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm at a low point in my life where I just constanly feel depressed because of my weight. I can either complain or do something about it. |
First name: Danielle
Geographical location: Phoenix, Arizona Age: 28 Marital Status: Domestic Partner Cert'd. :) Children/Ages: Our four legged beauties. Occupation: Accounting Admin, Gold Canyon Independent Demonstrator & currently obtaining a degree. Pets: Bowser, our nine year old turtle. Marley, our rat terrier/poodle. & Layla, our mini pin/chihuahua. Hobbies/Interests: Some arts and crafts & collecting turtle souvenirs. Height: 5'2ish. Eye/Hair Color: Brown. Dark brown. Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: No specific date since it's been a yo-yo effect. Starting Weight: 310. Present Weight: 310? Haven't weighed. Goal Weight: 170. Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Calorie Counting & consuming enough. Following any specific plan: Eating what I believe to be healthier [cutting out sugars, etc], being active & exercising. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am much more motivated. Anything else you would like to share with us:Nah. |
First name: Hannah
Geographical location: Eastern North Carolina Age: 20 Marital Status: Married, 01/01/10 Children/Ages: none Occupation: Full time student for welding Pets: 2 dogs: Ziva (3 yrs old ) Willow (2 years old) Hobbies/Interests: welding, painting, cooking, fishing, and spending time with my family. Height: 6 ft Eye/Hair Color: Hazel/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 12/29/11 Starting Weight: 237 Present Weight: 229 Goal Weight: 199 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: committing to a plan, and keeping away from the cheese puffs Following any specific plan: low carb (Dukan) What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: In the past I’ve relied on pills. I’ve tried just about every pill on the market, only to regain weight and then some. So this time I’m going to do it with out the pills just exercising and eating healthy. Anything else you would like to share with us: I’m so excided about losing weight without pills! |
First name: Liz
Geographical location: New York Age: 23 Marital Status: In a relationship Children/Ages: None Occupation: Deli clerk Pets: A dog named Sullivan, a cat named Mia Hobbies/Interests: Painting, drawing, cooking, baking, going on walks. Height: 5ft, 7in Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 1/3/2011 Starting Weight: 240 Present Weight: 210 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: So far my biggest hurdle is noz going back to eating unhealthy foods. I have cravings and i get angry at myself many times for giving in. I think i have a binging problem because whenever things go wrong i just eat and eat amd dont stop. I really want to get past this hurdle. Following any specific plan: I am on a low calorie, low fat, loe carb diet. Originally i was only taking in 1200 caloties a day, but that was not so healthy so i try to not pay such close attention anymore. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I really am determined this year, more so than last. I lost 50 pounds last year but gained back twenty once i went back to school i just failed to keep a routine. This year I hope I can change that. Anything else you would like to share with us: I have a good life, a boyfriend who loves me dearly, but how can you love someone fully if you cant love yourself. I feel so afraif that one day he will get sick of my weight amd leave me even though he assures me that will never be true. I just want to like myself, for once, finally. |
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First name: Katie
Geographical location: Nova Scotia, Canada Age: 24 Marital Status: Common-Law Children/Ages: n/a Occupation: Narcotic Warehouse assistant manager Pets: Squishy, Shiranian, 4 years Hobbies/Interests: Learning, reading, podcast (listening), selling Epicure Selections products (home business), health and wellness education Height: 5'3" Eye/Hair Color: blue/varies Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: On and off since January 2007 Starting Weight: 212 Present Weight: 207 Goal Weight: 140 or lower Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: time: Hubby and I are so busy we usually spend the weekend and nights eating takeout (I gain back on the weekend what I lose through the week) Following any specific plan: just counting calories and eating healthy. Got a gym membership and wear a Bodymedia Fit armband What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:I don't want to wear a plus-size wedding gown and want to be at a healthy weight before having children, and they're coming sooner rather than later Anything else you would like to share with us: I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in Feb of 2006. I gained 35 lbs in 3 weeks as result of prednisone therapy. I've been on the 'lose 10, gain 20' bandwagon until I went into remisson in June of 2010. I've been hovering between 202 and 208 since. I was not overweight prior to 2007. |
First name: Jessie
Geographical location: Nürnberg, Germany Age: 25 Marital Status: married Children/Ages: none Occupation: Chemical laboratory assistant Pets: a black cat named Mouse <3 Hobbies/Interests: ice hockey, reading, cooking, make up, watching movies and TV, and as a new found hobby: weight loss (which is my new years resolution) Height: 5'11'' Eye/Hair Color: hazel / dark brown with highlights Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Originally October 2009 on my own, then January 2011 with Weight Watchers Starting Weight: Originally 308, then 274 with WW Present Weight: 213 Goal Weight: 165 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Food lol I think my biggest problem is that I dont know when Ive had enough, I tend to overeat a lot, either because I dont realize that Im already full until its too late or because its just too good to stop eating.... Following any specific plan: Weight Watchers What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Im not alone doing it this time. Before Ive always tried doing it on my own, which worked for a while, but whenever I reached a plateau I failed each time. This time around I have my mom whose going to WW with me and I have the entire group there and an awesome coach to help me through any downs... And that has been a great help to me Anything else you would like to share with us: Im a bird! MEOW :D |
First name: Alex
Geographical location: North Wales/York, UK Age: 21 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: n/a Occupation: Full time student/Staff trainer in a mcdonalds Pets: German shepherd called Max & two border collies called Rosie and Jeffery Hobbies/Interests: Chemistry, Medieval Re-enactment, Archery, Fencing Height: 5 ft 7 Eye/Hair Color: Green/blue Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 31/12/11 Starting Weight: 187lbs Present Weight: I'll let you know on monday ^_^ Goal Weight: 135lbs Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Keeping at it and then maintaining. Tend to fluctuate over a stone, never mange to keep going or stay at weight :/ Following any specific plan: Calorie counting and trying to be more active What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am using 3FC and MyPlate to help me for support ^_^ Anything else you would like to share with us: My goal for this year is to lose 1 lbs a week ^_^ which will put me at a weight loss of 52lbs :D seems managable when you put it that way :D |
First name: Tori
Geographical location: Midwest Age: 20 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Student Pets: None Hobbies/Interests: Nature, knitting, cooking. Height: 5'0" Eye/Hair Color: Blue/ strawberry-blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: A long time ago, but I would like to think that this is the beginning of my successful weightloss journey (Jan.1, 2012) Starting Weight: 187 Present Weight: 183 Goal Weight: 125 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Snacking, too much unhealthy food, lack of willpower and stress. Following any specific plan: Simply eating like a normal person without weight problems, not overly unhealthy or overly healthy. In addition, drinking a ton of water and do a lot of walking. If this stops working i'll go to the gym. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm not going to starve myself. Anything else you would like to share with us: nope =D |
First name: Samantha
Geographical location: New York Age: 21 Marital Status: In a relationship Children/Ages: None Occupation: Cashier Pets: Two dogs(Darla:11 and Dakota:1), two cats(Milo:5 and Kiwi:2), a bearded dragon(Sora:6), and a uromastyx(Houdini:2) Hobbies/Interests: Photography, cooking, baking, and drawing Height: 5ft 6in Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Blonde Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 1/5/2012 Starting Weight: 198 Present Weight: 198 Goal Weight: 140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Emotional and stress eating Following any specific plan: low calorie, low fat, calorie counting What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I no longer have a mentally abusive boyfriend. My solution to weight loss about 2 years ago was anorexia. I lost a lot of weight in a short period of time and was at my lowest of 138 pounds the very unhealthy way. Since then I have regained a lot of weight and I plan to lose this weight the right way and regain my self confidence as well as the feeling of being healthy. Anything else you would like to share with us: I feel as though without support I will fail. This time I also plan on dieting with two of my closest friends. Its about time I feel comfortable in my own skin and stop letting what others say get to me. |
Hi whatsammysaid! I can definately relate to your story...I was in the same kind of relationship when I gained my weight, as well as dealing with a non-weight related health problem, and in the middle of studying for a degree. I've finally decided, like you, that I need to build an external support system because I am embarrassed about how heavy I've gotten, so much so that I don't tell people how much I weigh, or that I'm trying to lose it. I hope this site will help to keep me accountable for my actions, and I can be more open with people I don't have to work with, etc, every day! Be strong!
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First name: Lynzee
Geographical location: Indiana Age: 23 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Unemployed Pets: 2 cats Hobbies/Interests:Anime, Video Games, History Height: 5'3 Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Oct. 2011 Starting Weight: 317 Present Weight: 273 Goal Weight: 130-145 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Stopping myself from going back to my old lazy self. Following any specific plan: Not really, cutting out red meats, eating more fruits and veggies, eating smaller meals. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: More determined, knowing I need to do this to get healthier and feel better about myself. Anything else you would like to share with us:... |
Age: 21
Marital Status: Engaged! Wedding is Oct 2012 Children/Ages: 0 Occupation: i work in a bakery....a good one, too. D: i feel like the devil's advocate.. Pets: an adorable cat named junie :3 Hobbies/Interests: i'm an artist, i like to also make jewelry, etc. Height: 5' 8" Eye/Hair Color: brown hair, green eyes Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: February of 2011 Starting Weight: 212 Present Weight: 171! :D 40 pounds lost! Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: finding things to eat on a day-to-day basis, while at work that don't cost an arm and a leg.... Following any specific plan: Semi-following Gillian McKeith's "food combining". Low calorie, with healthy fats, and fruit for carb/sugar sources. I also have stopped drinking soda. haven't had any in months :D i don't smoke or drink either What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: When i was younger i tried Atkins. It worked, but i hated it, and i gained the weight back. This time, i'm educating myself on every kind of diet there is, and choosing the most healthy options. Anything else you would like to share with us: Drink more water! and cut out soda! I used to be addicted to diet coke, and i slowly cut back on it. Now it's just weird to me. Plus water is cheaper and sometimes free :D |
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First name: Anita Geographical location: Brazil Age: 21 Marital Status: in a relationship Children/Ages: none Occupation: Teacher + university student Pets: No Hobbies/Interests: Reading, music, penpalling Height: 5'6 Eye/Hair Color: blue/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 4th 2012 Starting Weight: 220 Present Weight: 216 Goal Weight: 143 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: motivation Following any specific plan: cutting back greasy/junk food, diet shakes, exercising What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Looking for motivation online, getting excited about losing weight and setting goals Anything else you would like to share with us: can't wait to see the results! :D |
First name: Summer
Geographical location: Anchorage, AK Age: 28 Marital Status: Engaged Children/Ages: 6 year old daughter and a 2 month old daughter Occupation: Student Pets: Does my fiance count? lol Hobbies/Interests: Reading, computer games, music Height: 5'5 Eye/Hair Color: Hazel eyes and red hair Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: (original date was Feb. 13, 2007) This time: January 1, 2012 Starting Weight: Original weight was 256.8; this time it's 219 Present Weight: 219 Goal Weight: 175 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Energy and time Following any specific plan: No What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I have two kids and a fiance to keep up with so I need to lose this time for definite!! Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm an Army fiancee and love him to death!! |
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Dan Geographical location: Tampa Bay, Florida Age: 21 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: None Occupation: Retail Pets: Nope Hobbies/Interests: Hanging out at coffee shops (need to cut that off though for the diet), going to soccer fields, playing football, working (I enjoy it), watching soccer, football, and love love love Egyptology and cosmology. Height: 6'4 Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Dark Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 01/09/2012 Starting Weight: 235.6 Present Weight: Goal Weight: Healthy Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Family, my mom cooks every single day and the cookie is amazing but very carb heavy. We come from Bosnia during war torn times and we are accustomed to one meal days so our diners are at 4 and consist of a lot of carb heavy foods. She's doing what she can to help me out though :) Following any specific plan: Ketogenics What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Never really tried before :/ Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm somewhat of a sweetheart. I love helping people out and giving advice so please don't hesitate to ask :) |
First name: Julie
Geographical location: Washington State, USA Age: 27 Marital Status: Single Children/Ages: an almost 1 year old puppy and three year old twin step-puppies, 13 fish. 7 glofish, 6 goldfish. Occupation: Technical Service (Sitdown) Pets: Lol, see children. Hobbies/Interests: I love being outdoors in nature, taking walks frequently. Playing with the dogs, hanging out with my favorite roommates. Movies, traveling, day trips - clearing the house and interior decorating. Height: 5'2" Eye/Hair Color: Blue/ (naturally Blonde) currently brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: restarted 1/1/2012 Starting Weight: 274 Present Weight: 270 Goal Weight: 170 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: self-sabotage, I tend to get freaked out when people start noticing the weightloss and go back to my old habits. My goal is to just keep chugging away and to try and ignore the comments that cause me to freakout. Following any specific plan: ATKINS What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I have a completely different mindset, its very much longterm. If for any reason, I don't like something I won't eat it. Anything else you would like to share with us: I have a LapBand. :P I plan to use it to my weightloss advantages (and hopefully not get detered when I puke frequently) __________________ |
First name: Jessica
Geographical location: Orange County, California Age:23 Marital Status: Engaged Children/Ages: n/a Occupation: Customer Service/ Engines Pets: I have giraffe pillow pet. : ) Hobbies/Interests: Cooking/ baking/ soapmaking/ cake decorating/ blogging/ writing Height:5'7 Eye/Hair Color:brown/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: May 1st, 2011 Starting Weight:255 Present Weight:211 Goal Weight:140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Midnight snacking/ portion control Following any specific plan: Calorie counting with my own little twists What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Im serious and I want health for so many different reasons. I dont want to give up this time. Anything else you would like to share with us: Im so thankful for all of you! :hug: __________________ |
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