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First name: Jen
Geographical location: Saskatchewan, Canada Age: 42 Marital Status: Married, 21 years :0) Children/Ages: daughter 20 / son 17 Occupation: Admin Pets: A parrot and a cat Hobbies/Interests: right now it all about me lol Height: 5' 6" Eye/Hair Color: blue eyes - hair depends on the mood Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 11 Starting Weight: 217 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: not eating cause I am bored, depressed, angry, happy blah blah blah Following any specific plan: nope, just whole food, no sugar, lots of fibre What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: this just "feels" like the time :0) Had a bout with depression last summer (not the first one but the worst one) and now that I am on the mental mend, I need to catch my body up, cause they both need each other to be healthy :0) Anything else you would like to share with us: Just that I am looking forward to this journey (unlike every other try) and believe I can do it this time !!!! |
First name: Alley
Geographical location: Pacific Northwest Age: 47 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: two boys -ages 9 and 5 Occupation: Telecommuter / travel industry Pets: two little dogs Hobbies/Interests: computer research Height: 5'5" Eye/Hair Color: Brown /Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 16, 2009 Starting Weight: 224 Goal Weight: 155 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: late night nibbling / exercise Following any specific plan: no / but, I want to count calories What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: not sure yet ... I'm just sick and tired of being sick and tired Anything else you would like to share with us: I hope with the support and new virtual friendship I will find the motivation within me to keep on going |
First name: Carol
Geographical location: SouthEast Age: 47 Marital Status: D and D again! haha Children/Ages: 25,21,11 (my late in life child) Occupation: Secretary Pets: cats galore Hobbies/Interests: Reading, trips to the mountains, working in the yard Height:5'5" Eye/Hair Color:Green/Red (Christmasy!) Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: July 7 2009 Starting Weight: lets see what it is when I get back from vacation Goal Weight:135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:my love of the odd bottle of wine! Following any specific plan:Ultimate Fat Smash What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past:Do I really want to be fat and 50!?!?!?!?!? Anything else you would like to share with us: I'm leaving in the morning for my vacation up in the mountains, going to start back on Fat Smash as close as I can when I get back. I've done it before and it worked but I never could do the 3 weeks without cheating some. THAT's my goal this time. 3 weeks - no cheating and lets see how it works! |
Hello! I'm new!
First name: ;)
Geographical location: USA Age: 40 Marital Status: HAPPILY married for the 2nd and FINAL time Children/Ages: 12 and 5 Occupation: Teacher Pets: none right now; family dog just died Hobbies/Interests: reading; writing Height: 5'3" Eye/Hair Color: blue/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 1978????? Starting Weight: 176 Goal Weight: 135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: self-medicating Following any specific plan: calorie counting/vast experience with WW and ADA What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am at my highest weight ever and I can't stand my body! Anything else you would like to share with us:[/QUOTE] Weight loss is what I desire most right now, but it's not my only hurdle to overcome in this journey. |
Hi people! I am new to 3FC, but after having read many posts I really like the friendly atmosphere of this place. So, it is time to speak up. :)
First name: Karyn Geographical location: currently in upper midwest US Age: 44 Marital Status: married Children/Ages: Boy who turns 8 in August, Girl who is 6 Occupation: Domestic Engineer, Homeschool teacher (previously teacher and software trainer) Pets: 2 - Bubba the farting dog and Spanky the hairball cat Hobbies/Interests: graphic design, website design Height: 5' 7" Eye/Hair Color: blue/green eyes, honey blonde hair with (gasp!!) a few grey hairs in the front that I try desperately to keep from view. Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: This time - July 1 Starting Weight: 350 Goal Weight: 160 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: exercising & portion control Following any specific plan: Sure - getting off my @$$ and exercising. I have tried many diets & have accumulated a lot of knowledge. For years my calorie intake hasn't been that out of whack - it's the butt hugging of the chair that appears to be my biggest downfall - and portion control on high fat/carbo foods (which I love!!!!!). What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Before I mainly focused on calories and not so much on exercise (since I was a kid I have hated to sweat and get really hot - always thought it was gross and I get really red in the face even if I don't feel that hot). This time I am committing to exercise and focusing on my portion size. I need a plan that I know I can stick to for life, so no food will be off limits - I just need to learn how much I can eat of that food and still lose weight. I'll of course look at calories for awhile so I can adjust portion sizes. Anything else you would like to share with us: I have this user name because my upper arms look like an old lady who just sits playing bingo all day. You know, the flapping wings? Not at all attractive - which means the wings will probably be the last to get themselves in line. ;) Looking forward to meeting everyone! |
Default 40 Something Bios
Being 40-something is spectacular! If you get a chance, introduce yourself to current and new members by filing out the bio below. Copy the below to a new reply and fill in as desired (copied from 100 club, thanks!) First name: Debbie Geographical location: Gulf Coast (Mobile, AL) Age: 47 Marital Status: engaged Children/Ages: 0 Occupation: Teacher Pets: 3 cats, 1 dog ( all rescues) Hobbies/Interests: photography, facebook, beach Height: 5'2" Eye/Hair Color: Hazel (green/blue); blond Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: all my life? But WLS was April 30, 2008. Starting Weight: 242 Goal Weight: 160 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: emotional eating Following any specific plan: WW sometimes What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: people connection and not going to try and do it alone anymore Thanks! :D |
New Lady on the Block
First name: Mary Kay
Geographical location: Texas Age:45 Marital Status:Married Children/Ages: 19 and 15 Occupation: Security Clerk Pets: none Hobbies/Interests: family and lossing weight Height: 5'2" Eye/Hair Color: Blue Eyes, Red Hair Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Today (seriously) Starting Weight: 240.5 Goal Weight: 145 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Exercise I hate it and it is too hot! Following any specific plan: Trying to find one I can stick with. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I am having Lap Band in a few months and I have to show I am serious and lose some weight before my surgery Anything else you would like to share with us: I need a lot of support so I can prove to m husband I am serious. |
Hi! I'm Elaine
First name: Elaine
Geographical location: Ohio Age: 48 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: 2 boys 24 and 25 Occupation: IT Technical Manager Pets: Dog Border Collie names Tippie Hobbies/Interests: Quilting; sewing; crocheting; reading Height: 5 ft 3 in Eye/Hair Color: Eyes Blue; Hair Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Since I was old enough to get on the scale Starting Weight: This time 221 Goal Weight: 133 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Not turning to food when the going gets tough Following any specific plan: Not really, eating 3 meals a day with healthy choices; staying away from processed foods. Going for a more "organic" diet. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm not sure except I do want to hit my goal before I turn 50. Anything else you would like to share with us: I find losing the weight it easy...relatively speaking...it is keeping the weight off that is hard! |
First name: Marie (hard to guess given my screen name... ;))
Geographical location: Southern Oregon, High Mountain Desert Age: 47 (3 weeks to 48) Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: 1 Daughter (24), 1 Son (23), and 1 ADORABLE grandson (3) Occupation: Database Manager and Webmaster for our school district. Pets: My beloved huskies: Blizzard Bear (8), Kodiak Bear (7), and Kai Pixie Bear (1). My angel doggies who I will see again someday: Teddybear (husky) and Goldilocks, Sister or Bear (Golden Retriever) Hobbies/Interests: Huskies, they are such a humongous part of my life and they keep me active as I walk them at least 1.5 miles daily regardless of the weather. Skiing (downhill), swimming, rollerblading, showshoeing, exercising. Crafts - stained glass, sewing (quilting mostly), drawing. Computers... Audiobooks so I can "read" and do things at once. Height: 5' 6.5" Eye/Hair Color: Blue (or green depending on my clothes) and blonde (with strands of grey making their way into my tresses) Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: The day I was born, unfortunately. But this last journey began April 25, 2006 with a 20 pound weight gain one year ago. Starting Weight: 212 Goal Weight: 135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: I like to eat. :D Following any specific plan: 1400 cals per day. I log every bite in LoseIt!, an iPhone app. It's a great program. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: It dawned on my last August (after the 20 pound regain) that I have to log the rest of my life. I recruited my DH to monitor my logging (if he sees I'm not logging to ask to see it). I will log the rest of m life because I don't overeat when I do. Anything else you would like to share with us: I love 3FC. My thread buddies are the BEST lifeline, support group in the world. Thank you to all of you! Marie |
Howdy!
First name: Amy
Geographical location: Fort Walton Beach, FL Age: 42 Marital Status: Co-Habitating Children/Ages: 19, 17 Occupation: Contracts Administrator Pets: None Hobbies/Interests: Walking, Reading, Writing Height: 5'6" Eye/Hair Color: Blue/Brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: TODAY! Starting Weight: 220 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Boyfriend's snacking habits and my lack of willpower Following any specific plan: Vegetarian What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I became a vegetarian 2 years ago and since then have gained over 40 more pounds. It seems that I like to substitute sweets for meats. Not good! Anything else you would like to share with us: I need a hug. |
name: Penguin
Geographical location: Memphis, TN Age: 40 Marital Status: Married 12 years Children: Does my Hubby count? Occupation: wife, and I help teach a class at a local Bible study Pets:April- 7?yr old Lab/Shepherd mix from Humane Soc ~ see avatar! Hobbies/Interests: Quilting {username!}, cooking, baking, gardening, reading, Bible study, knitting, exercise, and collect penguins. Height: 5"7 Eye/Hair Color: emerald green/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: mid June Starting Weight: 221 Goal Weight: 170ish Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: CHOCOLATE!!! Following any specific plan: portion control, counting calories, weighing food {when I remember...working on that part!} Using Fitday. Exercise is good but if I'm eating 4000 calories a day and only buring 3000 I'm going to gain weight! Eat only when I'm hungry, not bored, upset, mad, or whatever! What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Effort on my part??? I usually think/say I need to lose weight but don't really do anything about it. Anything else you would like to share with us: I lost 72lbs a few years ago, gained about half of it back mostly because I didn't understand 'maintainance", and thought I would be miserable if I DENIED myself anything {like chocolate} but I'm finding I'm not miserable, I don't feel denied, and I can do this. |
I'm new today
First name: Sherrie
Geographical location: Virginia Beach Age: 40 Marital Status: Long complicated divorce - hopefully ending this year! Children/Ages: No children Occupation: Construction Project Engineer Pets: Cat - Miss Kitty Hobbies/Interests: Photography, Harley Davidson's, cooking/baking, wine, travelling Height: 5'3" Eye/Hair Color: Hazel Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Monday, July 13, 2009 Starting Weight: 162 Goal Weight: 135 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Exercise when away on bike. Following any specific plan: Controlling appetite, Kickboxing and P90X What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: Do it by myself! Anything else you would like to share with us: Would like to meet my goal by my 41st birthday this year - November 8! |
My Introduction
First name: Anne
Geographical location: New Jersey Age: 46 soon to be 47 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: 20 yr old son and a 4 mth old daughter Occupation: Pharma sales, marketing and training Hobbies/Interests: THE BEACH, my front porch, reading, beading, quilting, good food, friendships, crocheting, walking, biking, adventures Height: 5' 10" Eye/Hair Color: Blue/brown Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: 7/13/09 Starting Weight: 210 44% body fat Goal Weight: 21% body fat (about 140lbs) Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: believing that i can do this Following any specific plan: limit "whites" -- sugar, alcohol and unrefined carbs; weight lifting and interval aerobics What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: This is the most important priority i have; want to be healthy for life and live to be 105 (seriously); have been surrounded by ill, aging people and am inspired what we can be with good health. Anything else you would like to share with us: I am inspired by all of your successes and support and am eager to join in with my success too! I am seeking VIBRANCY every day. |
A Newbie
First name: Paula
Geographical location: Delaware County, PA Age:42 Marital Status: Married Children/Ages: Daughter, 13 Occupation: Secretary Pets: Cats, Birds, Fish Hobbies/Interests: Watching TV - The Closer, Leverage, Grey's Anatomy, Private Practice. Reading, gardening and lately a whole lot of walking! Height: 5' 4" Eye/Hair Color: Blue, Blond Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: June 29, 2009 (one of many starting dates!! - hopefully the last "starting" date!) Starting Weight: 215 Goal Weight: 140 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: Controlling the sweet and starch tooth, sticking to the exercise - "Just Do It!" Following any specific plan: South Beach, portion control. Walking with Leslie (Sansone - DVD's) and weights. What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I'm not getting any younger and I've just reach the point where I'm tired of feeling so out of shape, bloated, unhealthy and taking so many medications. Anything else you would like to share with us: I really think I can do it this time and I this just the site to find the support and advice I may need! Thanks!:wave: |
First name: Kerry
Geographical location: Michigan Age: 41 Marital Status: Married for just about 15 years Children/Ages: 1 boy (13) and 3 girls (11, 7, 4) Hobbies/Interests: music, musicals, hockey, triathlons, relaxing with friends Starting Date of Weightloss Journey: Starting Weight: 207 Goal Weight: 150 Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss: myself getting in my way Following any specific plan: Just trying to eat better and stick to my exercise program What is different this time in your weight loss efforts than in the past: I don't know...maybe nothing. I am so tired of being fat & tired, but that's not new. I am tired of thinking that everyone who sees me is judging me and I really just want to be happy with myself. |
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