Hey Everyone! I was on here in 2011-2012 and lost over 80 lbs! Only to go backward and gain it almost all back! 2 WEEKS ago I was back up to a whopping 204 lbs! I never wanted to see myself back over 200 again. But In August 2014, my dad passed away due to a heart attack from his arteries being clogged! It took me a few months of being in denial to realize that I have to lose this weight again and keep it off so I started 2 weeks ago. I dropped the cokes (which I consumed close to 600-800 calories a day just from COKES! I am back to calorie counting and exercising because I am bond and determined to get back down to my goal weight! I was using the 20-something forum for support but not a lot of people have been in that chat anymore So hopefully I can get some support here!

back! I hear you on gaining the weight back. I did that and then some! Good for you for realizing you had to make a change and coming back! I am so very sorry for your loss of your Dad. I'm sure he'd be happy to know you are making a change for your health. As you know, there are lots of great groups to join. The Chicks Up for a Challenge groups are quite active. You know you can do this! Good luck!

Welcome back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Good Luck on your weight loss journey. I started my weight loss journey for the 2nd time on Jan.16th 2014 and I've stuck to it this time, The first time around I threw in the towel after the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays of 2013 but I'm not gonna do that this time.

Welcome back!

Hi!

I'm really sorry about your father. Been there. It's horrible.

I started losing after my dad died, for a variety of reasons, but I like to think that he has sent me some willpower. He was a really good coach and I kind of feel like he's still with me, saying, "Keep it up" or whatever. I know not everyone believes in that kind of thing and am not trying to push. But maybe he's helping you.

Anyway, congrats on the recommitting to losing. Yay, you!

Stripes237: I feel the exact same way.

Terra: I feel like a person has to really want it to keep it up! Hopefully this time you REALLY want it! I know the first time I went on a major diet and exercise regime that I lost a ton of weight and I was bound and determine but I didn't believe people when they told me that maintenance was hard so I wasn't prepared...this time I feel a lot more prepared.

Good for you for making a change! I'm sorry about your dad. I lost my father in Sept 2014 to cancer so I can understand the pain. After he passed I wanted to make a change and be healthier and I've started and stopped a few times. Last time I lost weight I found 3 fat chicks was so helpful and supportive. I would obsessively read people's posts haha. I'm also around the 204 range and it makes me sad. It seems like getting to my desired weight is soooo far away but it must be done! I also drink way too much coke. It's my weakness...so so tasty but so so bad! Good luck with your weight loss journey!

Hey there,
Looks like we are about the same ht. and wt., though I'm a lot older, lol.
I'd love to be your diet buddy.

I am sorry for your loss.You did it before and you can lose weight again.Good luck

Aww, losing your Dad is tough! I lost both my mom and dad in 2012, 4 months apart, and it was agonizing. Doesn't matter how old you are.. your dad is your dad!! Welcome back to this forum. I just joined but I have been reading posts and this is a tight, supportive bunch of people!!

I am so sorry for you loss, but I completely understand. I had hit my goal weight 7 years ago, and my father-in-law passed un-expectantly. Shortly thereafter we lost a home and our business. Needless to say it took several years to rebound, but in the process, my weight came back on.

Sunday I lost my father, which was devastating. He was my hero in so many ways, and I miss him terribly. He always wanted me healthy, as he took care of his health throughout his life, even playing racquetball in his 80's. I know I need to regain my health, plus joy and passion in life for myself and for his memory.

Tomorrow I begin, and hope to be kept accountable here, so I have others to reach out to in times of need.