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
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.
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.
Geographical location: Glenside, Pennsylvania, United States
Age: 19 (20 in 11 days!!!! )
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.
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.
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.
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/Interestslaying 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.
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.
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.
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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Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: every couple of months X 10 years 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
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
. But seriously, this time I'm incorporating exercising into the equation for the first time.
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