New here :) - 3 Fat Chicks on a Diet Weight Loss Community

Kristy Lynn · 03-28-2011, 09:54 PM

I'm Kristy. I'm new to this site, and I'm pretty excited about finding it.
I've always been heavy, since I was maybe 4 or 5 years old. By the time I hit middle school (age 11) I was wearing a womans size 22 in clothes. Sadly, because of that I've never thought much of my weight. However, recently I realized that something needed to change. So 3 weeks ago today I decided to start a jouney towards a healthier me.

When I began, I weighed 365lbs. I didn't exercise (although, I'm a semi-active person - a class of four year olds will do that for you!). I was a soda-addict & I never paid attention to what I was eating. I'm happy to say I have not had a single sip of soda in 3 weeks, I keep my calorie intake about 1700 calroies per day, and I'm eating healthier foods in general. Because of this I've lost 12 pounds (without exercising). Yay

The thing I seemed to be having the hardest time with was actual exercising, but last week I fixed that problem. I never knew a video game system could actually be good for you, but I love my Wii & the game "Walk It Out." It's made exercise a breeze for me!

I came to this site to find support & accountability. I figured if I met some people in the same boat as me then maybe it would be a little easier

<3

learningtoliveagain · 03-28-2011, 10:22 PM

Hi Kristy,
The Wii is awesome isn't it? Welcome to 3FC, I look forward to getting to know you better. Sounds like your mind is in the right place to accomplish whatever you set out to do.

Learn

konfyoozed · 03-28-2011, 11:44 PM

hi kristy!

i use 'walk it out' too! i love it

i try to do at least 30 minutes a day on it. the little clock in the corner really helps.

SomethingBeautiful · 03-29-2011, 12:52 AM

Welcome :-) I'm pretty new here too, but I am loving these forums! You sound a LOT like me, and you also seem to really have your mind in the right place. I look forward to getting to know ya! :-)

Jonesie · 03-29-2011, 06:15 AM

Welcome! Sounds like you're off to a great start. Glad you found us. <3

lynnie923 · 03-29-2011, 08:07 AM

Welcome and congrats on the not drinking soda anymore. I was a pepsi fanatic and about 1 year ago I stopped drinking pepsi as a need. So once in awhile I treat myself to a pepsi and it tastes so much better as a treat and not an every day thing. Keep up the good work with the exercising and being positive.

Lynn

NotTheCheat · 03-29-2011, 11:27 AM

Welcome! Just cutting out soda is huge. Yay for finding exercise you enjoy!

Kristy Lynn · 03-29-2011, 07:16 PM

Thanks everyone!! The soda thing was a HUGE step for me & I'm really glad it wasn't nearly as difficult as I had anticipated. I think that was in part because I was finally ready, and determined, to start losing weight.

KiltedHeather · 03-29-2011, 07:19 PM

Hello Kristy!
I am new too, and I also think soda is going to be my biggest threat...great job on cutting it!
I wish you much luck on your journey!

Kristy Lynn · 04-17-2011, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by KiltedHeather

Hello Kristy!
I am new too, and I also think soda is going to be my biggest threat...great job on cutting it!
I wish you much luck on your journey!

Thanks! I was honestly surprised at how easy it was to actually give up the soda. I've tried so many times before, and always failed, so it was really great that I was able to give it up this time around! Good luck to you!!!!

I know it's been a while (I completely forgot about my own post,

), but I recently had the first drink of soda in the past 8 weeks, and it was disgusting! Lol.

abbysue715 · 04-17-2011, 10:09 PM

YAYYY!!!! Great job staying away from the soda pop! I only drink diet when I do drink it but am trying to stick to water and crystal light only.

Kristy Lynn · 04-17-2011, 10:18 PM

Thanks!!

I traded unsweet iced tea for soda. I tried diet soda and crystal light, but didn't care for either. They're both better (calorie/sugar-wise) than soda, so yay!