Pets: one dog... she has a lot more energy than me thats for sure
Hobbies/Interests: music, hanging out with friends, having a good time, going out
Height: 6'0
Eye/Hair Color: Brown with red and blond highlights
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 2008
Starting Weight: 290
Present Weight: 290
Goal Weight: 175
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: Every time i diet i feel like im depriving myself and not eating enough so i tend to eat more than when im not dieting
Following any specific plan: none
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I want to be healthy and finally be able to go shopping with my friends and go to the same section as them not the the plus size section... im on my feet constantly working as a cna and i dont like my being tired after only an 8 hour shift
Anything else you would like to share with us: Im looking forward to meeting all of you and hoping that you guys can give me some great advice along the way
Hobbies/Interests: dancing, listening to music, clubbing, making bracelets, gossip blogs, driving aimlessly, shopping, cheering, watching weeds
Height: 5'4
Eye/Hair Color: brown/blue; brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 2008
Starting Weight: I'm not sure yet but a size 12
Present Weight: ""
Goal Weight: maybe 125-ish
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weight loss: I have a really bad sweet tooth and I love to drink. Sometimes it feels like it's virtually impossible for me to turn down chocolate and a yummy drink.
Following any specific plan: calorie counting
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: This is really only my first time going at it, but here's to hoping that I'll stick with it.
Anything else you would like to share with us: Well, I got really timid at first so I've been lurking but I've decided to just jump in and go for it!
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I'm an emotional eater. I get the least bit stressed and I'm done. I'll eat myself out of my house.
Following any specific plan: I'm back on Weight Watchers. I did it when I was younger...but that's when I lived in Oklahoma. I lost alot of weight and I felt so much better so I'm back on it.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm more determined than I've ever been. When I went to New York, I realized that when I could hardly fit in the coach seats that there was a problem.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm sooooo looking forward to this!!!
Pets: one HILARIOUS blind cat who thinks he's a dog
Hobbies/Interests: travel, writing, sight-seeing in DC, wine festivals
Height: 5'6"
Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: this time 1/8/08
Starting Weight: 270
Present Weight: 250
Goal Weight: 150
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: eating like my boyfriend!
Following any specific plan: low-carb
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I lost about 60 lbs over a year ago and have gained 2/3 of it back. I don't ever want to see my highest weight again!
Anything else you would like to share with us: looking forward to getting to know everyone!
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:
I'm an emotional eater and I suffer from depression.
Following any specific plan:
I'll be starting Alli soon, so I'll be following that
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:
I didn't really try hard enough before. I always let the depression get the best of me, and pretty much just gave up on everything.
Anything else you would like to share with us:
Umm..have a nice day!! And I like this carrot man~~>>
Hobbies/Interests:
Reading, crafting, gardening for short periods of times
Height:
5'7
Eye/Hair Color:
blue-green/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:
01/01/08
Starting Weight:
172
Present Weight:
170
Goal Weight:
150
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:
I have no willpower when it comes to bread- and I eat from boredom.
Following any specific plan:
Moderate portions, less bread/carbs & sugar, more exercise!
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:
I plan on actually losing the weight this time!
Anything else you would like to share with us:
Uhh, my husband is a preacher, and I get the strangest looks because I'm not exactly meek & a sweet lil preacher's wife .
Hobbies/Interests: fashion, concerts, reading, playing music
Height: 5'4"
Eye/Hair Color: brown/red
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: which time? This time, today 01/11/08.
Starting Weight: 235
Present Weight: 235
Goal Weight: short term: 211 for 10% weight loss. Healthy BMI: 145. Long term WW goal: 115. Although, I've been that weight before (yes really!) and looked extremely thin, so I may not go that low. Right now I'm aiming for a nice in the middle 140.
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: My boyfriend! His favorite thing to do on a date is try new restaurants, and lucky him, he doesn't gain weight from it like I do. I have, however, explained my weight loss goals to him, so I'm hoping he'll be supportive.
Following any specific plan: Weight Watchers
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm reaching out for support in places like this message board and WW, and am being open about wanting to lose weight, instead of being ashamed of it.
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Hobbies/Interests: reading, watching tv, listening to music, hanging out with BF and golfing
Height: 5'4"
Eye/Hair Color: hazel/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: I recently gained a lot of weight within the last year so I am officially now starting to lose what I gained. So my start day is today.
Starting Weight: 265
Present Weight: 265
Goal Weight: 165
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I love to eat. I am a carboholic. My BF loves to eat and cook so it makes it hard. Portion control is what kills me.
Following any specific plan: not right now. My main goal to start is to work on portion control and counting calories. Then once I have that down for about a month then I will add in exercise (or maybe sooner depending on how i feel)
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: This is the heaviest I have ever been. About 5 years ago I weighed 212 and I worked out 2 times a day 6 days a week and got down to 160. Then I fluctuated 20 pounds up until 2006. Then I don't know what happened. It seems like all the sudden I was at 265. I gained 100 pounds. So I know that I don't just need a diet. I need a lifestyle change. If I don't change my eating habits and exercise habits I am always going to be going back and forth with my weight and I don't want that. I am looking to get rid of the weight for good.
Anything else you would like to share with us: I am brand new to 3FC so hello to everyone!
Hobbies/Interests: tennis, music (playing and listening to), literature of all kinds, going to concerts, relaxing with friends
Height: 5'5"
Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: it's been a constant struggle but I will say recently gotten more serious, so January 2008
Starting Weight: 200
Present Weight: 200 (as I said, just started)
Goal Weight: 150 atleast
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: on-the-go/late night eating. with a busy schedule between work, student teaching and school i find it hard to eat healthy.
Following any specific plan: beginning WW... just signed up for a gym membership and plan on going 4 days a week at the very least. aero-pilates on the off days.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: with the gym membership i will feel obligated to get off of my @$$! i graduate this year and want to look better than ever for my vacation in the summer. commitment! commitment! commitment!
Anything else you would like to share with us: progress pictures soon. i think this forum is amazing and i am excited to share/gain knowledge from all of you through this process!
Pets:
1 pug named Pugsly, 1 chug (pug/chihuahua mix) named ED and 1 cat named Snowball
Hobbies/Interests:
I don't really do much, I need to find something to do
Height:
5'4''
Eye/Hair Color:
blue/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:
Jan 14 2008
Starting Weight:
282
Present Weight:
282
Goal Weight:
180
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:
exercising and not eating just b/c I am bored
Following any specific plan:
trying to eat less and make sure I go to the gym
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:
I am getting married in May 2009 and I want to look my best on my wedding day
Geographical location: New York and New Jersey
Age: 22
Marital Status: live in sin with BF/or with my parents.. Depends on the day. Apparently I'm all over the place
Children/Ages: none
Occupation: Graduate Student/ Personal Assistant
Pets: Belle the Boxer
Hobbies/Interests: Dancing!! going to the movies, reading, working out, playing with Belle
Height: 4'11"
Eye/Hair Color: brown/brown
Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 9th,2008
Starting Weight: 169.5
Present Weight: I haven't weighed myself yet..
Goal Weight: 120ish
Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: i love food!! Especially bread, rice and sweets. Which seem to be a staple in my family. I can eat in moderation, but I constantly snack, sometimes without realizing and that has got to go!
Following any specific plan: I am trying Atkins, just so I can wean myself off of the bread and bad carbs.
What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I never realized how my health took a backseat to everything else. I want to be healthy and at a healthy weight so that I can enjoy my life so much more. I want it to change. It's a new year and I need to work towards a new me!
Anything else you would like to share with us: It's going to be a rough journey, but I'm finally ready for it.
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This time, today 01/11/08.
