First name: Trish
Geographical location: Southeast Missouri Age: 45 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: 2 sons; 18 and 13 Occupation: Administrative Assistant Pets: dog/Chloe Hobbies/Interests: Bunco, shopping, gardening, decorating, spending time with family and friends. Height: 5' 7" Eye/Hair Color: Blue Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 10, 2011 Starting Weight: 228.5 Goal Weight: 160 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: temptation Following any specific plan: Weight Watchers What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Nothing is different. Still have the same reasons and efforts for doing it...my health. It use to be vanity, but at my age now it's all about being healthy and living a longer life with my family and friends. Anything else you would like to share with us: I was in a support group before and I will say that that is the key to your success. As long as they were there I was there. Eventually they all left and I did too and gained all my weight back. Family is good, but they don't have the same understanding as the ones in my same situation, so it's harder for them to give me the support I actually need. I'm looking forward to winning this journey and living it for life. |
First name: Susan
Geographical location: Sanford, NC Age: 42 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: DD-22; DS-19 Occupation: Attorney Pets: 3 cats Hobbies/Interests: writing, reading, knitting Height: 5'1" Eye/Hair Color: grey Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 1/3/11 Starting Weight: 205 Goal Weight: 125 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: exercise! Following any specific plan: Just eating healthier & exercising; Using Sparkpeople to track What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I might finally have my head in the right place again. Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name: Jill
Geographical location: Omaha suburbs Age: 42 Marital Status: happily married Children/Ages: 3 boys 21, 15 & 13 & one girl 17. Occupation: Stay at home/homeschooling mom Pets: Two dogs - 11 yr old golden named Jezy and a 4 month old pit named Kiah. Hobbies/Interests: Reading, thrifting Height: 5'7" Eye/Hair Color: green/reddish blond with a little gray starting! Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Starting Weight: 330 Goal Weight: 165 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: self sabatoge Following any specific plan: Counting calories What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am actively exercising Anything else you would like to share with us: |
First name: Kelly
Geographical location: the south Age:43 Marital Status: married Children/Ages:2 boys, Ages 16 & 19 Occupation: stay at home mom Pets:2 dogs 3 cats Hobbies/Interests: pogo, Height:5'2 Eye/Hair Color: hazel eyes, red hair Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 1/10/2011 Starting Weight:312 Goal Weight:200 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: pain in back and legs Following any specific plan: What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Im doing this for me so Im here when my boys get married.. Anything else you would like to share with us: |
Hello! I'm relatively new to 3FC and this looks like a great group!
First name: Joy Geographical location: New England Age: 41 Marital Status: Married Occupation: SAHM/Grad student Pets: 1 cat Hobbies/Interests: Reading, current events, nature, walking/jogging, tennis Height: 5' 3" Eye/Hair Color: Blue/medium brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: October 2010 Starting Weight: 202 lbs Goal Weight: Ideally 145 lbs, but I feel really good and healthy at 160 ish Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I was prescribed antidepressants for my PMDD and perimenopausal symptoms. I've since stopped the medication, however I'm worried that something is now out of balance. I was gaining weight like crazy while taking the SSRIs even though my diet hadn't changed. I feel as though my metabolism is "out of whack" if that's possible. Following any specific plan: Lots of exercise, drinking more water, cutting out diet soda, sweets, and counting calories with the help of the iPhone app "Lose It". What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm dealing with the effects of antidepressants, even though I am no longer taking any medications. Anything else you would like to share with us: Thanks for the great forum. :) |
Im new here :D
First name: Trina
Geographical location: Delta BC Canada Age: 42 Marital Status: Committed Children/Ages: 27, 24, 20, 18 (2 boys 2 girls, all out of the nest) Occupation: Receptionist Pets: None Hobbies/Interests: Reading Height: 5' 7 1/2" Eye/Hair Color: Green / Black Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 6, 2011 Starting Weight: 261 Goal Weight: 160 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I lost my thyroid to cancer in 2008 Following any specific plan: I just joined Weight Watchers What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: This is my first real attempt. I gained the weight quickly after the surgery. Anything else you would like to share with us: Im 42 and ready to start loving me again. Im happy to have found this site. |
Hello
I'm new here, but I wanted to introduce myself and say, "Hello!"
First name: Kate Geographical location: The Great Southwest Age: 45 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: 2 Boys ages 6 and 4. Occupation: Teacher Pets: 2 Dogs/ 3 Cats Hobbies/Interests: When I have time, I enjoy quilting. Height: 5' 8" Eye/Hair Color: Blue eyes and my hair is usually brown depending on what mood my colorist is in. :) Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 13, 2011 (this time) Starting Weight: 280 UGH!!!! Goal Weight: 155 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Staying motivated and exercising. Following any specific plan: Not Yet What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm not just trying to "Look" better. I want to be the healthiest person I can be so I can enjoy being with my children. I also want to be able to ride the roller coaster at the amusement park without being embarrassed because the bar doesn't come down far enough! Anything else you would like to share with us: My boys both have special needs and I want to be able to "Be there" for them for as long as possible! |
First name: Tonya
Geographical location: Seattle Age: 44 years old Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: 4 boys and 1 Girl: 20,16,14,13 and my little girl is 7yrs old Occupation: Right now I am a homemaker Pets: Lexi, my little chihuahua Height: 5ft 2in Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: January 17,2011 Starting Weight:180 Goal Weight:130 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: lack of self esteem Following any specific plan: not yet What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am ready to change, get healthy and be active. I am looking for a weight loss buddy. |
First name: Shelly
Geographical location: St. Joseph, MO Age:42 Marital Status: Divorced Children/Ages:Chas-20 Zachary-9 Occupation:Operating Room Scrub Nurse Pets:Manny and Freckles the Mini Doxies, and KiKi the Calico Hobbies/Interests:Reading, Walking, Watching my boys play ball (baseball and basketball) Height:5'4 Eye/Hair Color:Blonde/Green Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:01/20/11 (this time around) Starting Weight:185.4 Goal Weight:150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:Sticking with it! I did this program last spring and lost 33 lbs, but have gained 17 back. Summer hit and I fell off the wagon! I am a total "ballpark mom" and when season hit last year I got lazy and went back to the old habit of eating out alot. I also work an hour away so am gone from 5:30am to about 7pm four days a week. Following any specific plan:Slim 4 Life What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:I am going to preplan meals for the week and cook as much as I can on my days off. Anything else you would like to share with us: I am excited to find this site and hoping to make some new friends to share this journey with.:) |
hi..had surgery a few years ago...gained 15 lbs..stopped smoking this year...gained 15 lbs...:O(
keep trying to get healthier and keep getting fatter...lol started at 120..all said and done i got to 150...at 138 now, with a broke arm. but i can do this and your post are greatly encouraging...thanks...lisa First name:lisa Geographical location: ga, usa Age:47 Marital Status: div...12 years ago. Children/Ages:3 boys....31,23,14 Occupation: too many hours sitting/accounting Pets:dog/doberman hes my running buddy Hobbies/Interests:hiking, tennis, running, biking Height: 5'3" Eye/Hair Color:brn Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: sepy 2010 Starting Weight:150 Goal Weight:120 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: broke arm Following any specific plan: approx one lb every 2 weeks..hopefully will be done in a few months...at least close enough for a cute swim suit. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:stopped smoking..its harder Anything else you would like to share with us: i think you all are GREAT!!! GO GET UM!!!! |
First name: Kristiina
Geographical location: Lake Orion, MI (From Finland) Age: 43 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: DD-16; DS-14 Occupation: SAHM Pets: I dog, 2 fish and 1 mouse Hobbies/Interests: cooking,outdoors, stocks and volunteering Height: 5'3" Eye/Hair Color: naturally blond; currently a red head Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 1/1/11 Starting Weight: 165 Goal Weight: 125 ( ideally 117, but we shall see) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: overeating! Following any specific plan: calorie counting, no gluten, a bit SB, a bit WW; all "real" foods. I am coming up with my own diet/lifestyle plan. Something that works for me. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Realized it is 100% my fault that I became fat. Now I need to take 100% responsibility becoming thin. No tricks, no gimmicks and no more excuses! |
First name: Dianna
Geographical location: Nebraska Age:40 Marital Status: M Children/Ages: 20/16 Occupation: Mail Center Supervisor Pets:No Hobbies/Interests: Cooking, crafts, watching my daughter play basketball Height: 5' 3 Eye/Hair Color:Brown/ blk Starting Date of Weightloss Journey:1*24*2011 Starting Weight: 236 Goal Weight:160-170 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:Confidence in self Following any specific plan: Strict diet- HCG What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Want healthier life style Anything else you would like to share with us: Want to meet positive people who is willing to share the weight loss journey! |
First name: Glenda
Geographical location: Alabama Age: 40 (as of tomorrow) Marital Status: Process of divorcing Children/Ages: 4 kids, Ages are 14(B), 13(B), 11(G) and 7(B) Occupation: Office Administrator Pets: 1 Chihuahua Hobbies/Interests: Online gaming, reading, love music and watching movies....trying to make exercise a brand new love...:p Height: 5'7 Eye/Hair Color: Brown/Red Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Monday, January 17, 2011 Starting Weight: 252 Goal Weight: 170-180 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Taking the time to plan meals and actually fix them at home instead of doing the drive-thru thing. Following any specific plan: Just trying to eat more fruits, veggies and lean meats and other proteins. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am very motivated and my sister is being a huge support. Plus turning 40...that's a milestone age and I am tired of being overweight. Not to mention the divorce has really given me the hope of new life and new experiences and more excitement for life period. Anything else you would like to share with us: I just hope to find friends to walk along this new journey with me. |
First name: Julie
Geographical location: West TN Age:40 Marital Status:Married Children/Ages: 18-19-20-23 Occupation:Outreach worker Pets: 4 Dogs, 3 Potbelly Pigs, 2 cats and a duck Hobbies/Interests:Computer, river, reading, home brewing Height: 5'2 Eye/Hair Color: Hazel, Whatever I feel at the time Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: This month Starting Weight:219.5 Goal Weight:145 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Motivation Following any specific plan:not yet What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:I gained weight for 1st time at 31...female issues, had surgery and then never got to getting fit again.. Anything else you would like to share with us:Nah |
First name: Melissa
Geographical location: NC Age: 40 (in March) Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: Daughter (20) & Son (18) Occupation: Newspaper Carrier Pets: 3 dachshunds, Daisy Mae (2), Snickers (2), & Boy (18) Hobbies/Interests: Reading, listening to audiobooks, & genealogy Height: 5' 8" Eye/Hair Color: Blue/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 2/1/2011 Starting Weight: 189.2 Goal Weight: 140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: My work & sleep schedule, the fact that I very recently quit smoking Following any specific plan: portion control, making better food choices, keeping a food & exercise log, & actually exercising What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I have really never made an effort before Anything else you would like to share with us: I am hoping to make friends with the same goals, to get & give support to others, and to stay motivated by joining this group. |
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