SparkPeople Introduce Yourself Messageboard

new member

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 05:06:32 EST

Hello lm smudger and lm new to the forum.lm hoping to lose my weight and gain some insight and support into why lm an overeater!!! lm a very shy extrovert and love a joke and fun.

Lovin' my new Lifestyle!

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:53:38 EST

As my profile says, I lost 70 pounds between January 12th, 2013 and April 14th, 2013! Down over 70 pounds with about 15 to go! I'm doing this!

Hello! Nathalie here!

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:42:38 EST

Hello! I'm Nathalie (pronounced like Natalie). I'm a Environmental Science major in Ohio working on getting my bachelor's degree. I've never been "skinny" and last year I fell victim to the "freshman 15" along with picking up bad habits related to only being able to eat food on campus. I joined this site to change my habits that are working against my weight loss goals and pick up some extra good habits while I'm at it!

I am in need of a workout buddy

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:09:17 EST

Hello again havent been here in a while but I am trying to find a workout buddy. Right now I have finished school and well I have pretty much become a person that wakes up really late and even though I do go to the gym I find it kind of hard to stay motivated when I am by myself. I would like to find a buddy who is willing to motivate each other to getting to the gym on a regular schedule. I live in Denver and go to a Ballys 328 gym in Aurora. Please if anybody is in need of a bu...

have done spark for a while, but new to boards

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:21:57 EST

Hi all,

this is my second time around to start spark, the first was a few months ago and while i loved it and lost weight, some real life issues came up that made it easy for me to postpone this for a while and i gain weight back. so here i am trying again. Have been dedicated for a month now and have even started going to the local YMCA and doing pool workouts.

I have never ventured onto the boards or searched out support from strangers, but im not getting a whole bunc...

Day 1!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:16:17 EST

First day in my new lifestyle...

Hello Everyone!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:05:22 EST

I'm a new sparker and have decided to join this community to help me with my journey. I hope to enjoy living a healthy life and transition it to be not a diet, but a lifestyle. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

Looking for support!! New to it all!!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:11:07 EST

Hi , my name is Stephanie. I am 30 yrs old and 2 yrs ago was diagnosed with COPD/Emphysema . Up until then Iv always been fit and active. Well after a stint on life support and in a coma, needless to say I have been VERY limited on just my every day activities. I am a single mother and over the last 2 years my weight gain has also been my childrens. I read and see the ways to eat better, the limited mobility exercises and so on, but this is a whole new way of life for me and it seems that I j...

Hello, Spark People!!!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:07:41 EST

Im here to meet some of my most difficult goals. Everyone knows being healthy and staying that way could be hard without support. So, I'm here making a promise to myself, I will do it, I will satisfy these goal, with Spark People.

Let's Do It.

working at eating well

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:44:30 EST

I am having difficulty losing any weight as I track food intake since I am recovering from an auto accident. I was on foot and helping someone else when a second car struck the first car and that car hit me before I could get far enough out of the way. So I track my food, limit carbs (this is hard) and try to lose a bit of weight while I wait for things to heal. Anyone have any ideas to help me lose?

joined today

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:23:58 EST

I have started tracking my food....and joined a gym last month. I hope to lose some weight by September. I am focusing on cardio since I have been very inactive for the last 2 years.
Looking forward to meeting some people!! 30

I like motivation, do you like motivation?

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:46:53 EST

Hey there!

My name's Savannah and I'm a newbie to exercising and dieting but I'm serious when it comes to this commitment. I would say a big problem for me is motivation, sometimes. I was just rooting around the introduction thread maybe looking for people who think I'm inspiring or that I think could inspire me. Yay, friends!

"Of course motivation is not permanent. But then, neither is bathing; but it is something you should do on a regular basis.” ~Zig Ziglar

im new at this

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:40:50 EST

im new at this not really sure how everything works but i really wanna be healthy any tips?

Hi again!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:53:48 EST

Back on to spark after a few years (I think about 3 or 4) since had a baby (the love of my life). But I was overweight when I got pregnant and 60 pounds later gave birth. Most of the moms I've talked to have already lost 30 to 45 pounds since they gave birth. I initially lost 30 and gained 10 back. I looked at myself in the mirror and didn't even recongnize myself. I looked so ROUND! I started just shying away from the camera and it dawned on me that, that's not fair to my little girl. I love...

Anyone else doing the Maximized Living diet plan?

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:47:22 EST

Good Afternoon. I'm new to SP and trying to navigate these waters. I am currently attempting a plan from my chiropractor that is basically eating zero processed foods, no bad oils, etc. Is anyone else on a maximized living plan?

New here

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:45:43 EST

I joined yesterday. I have heard and read good things about this site. I am almost 200 pounds over my idea weight, no energy what so ever.

tired of being tired

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:14:22 EST

Hello SP, I'm starting again. I've always tried different diets but have never stayed committed to a healthier life style. I am always tired but feel part of it is because of my thyroid I am determined to find success stories from people with Graves disease loss & maintaining their weight.

I'm really back this time :)

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:55:26 EST

HI,
I have been here off and on..and finally just ON! I am excited about my goals-my weight loss..and just excited about being on track with remaining focused. Finally.
I am here to reach my weight goal and overall fitness/life goal. So-tell me about you.

Hey!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:01:24 EST

Wow, so I've just recently joined this site and I'd just like to say that I'm finding all the features incredibly useful and the community extremely motivating.

Looking forward to getting to know you all 213

Hello! I am a "quitter"!!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:10:56 EST

Yes! I quit SMOKING 101 days ago....and also, 14 pounds ago.. Ugh! I have been a fan of SparkPeople for many years. The tools, advice, coaching, (etc.) has all been a great reference guide for me since 2009. Today, I am in need of a reality check. I bought my first "self-help book" and yes, it is the Spark Solution. 14 days from Monday I will have more understanding, more perseverance, more motivation and a TON of MOMENTUM! I'm so Happy to be ABOARD this quest to make myself not only ...

Hello!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:52:08 EST

Hello everyone - it's nice to "meet" all of you! I ran across this website and have been SO excited to use it through my weight loss journey. My goal is to lose 100 pounds and this is the first time I've actually felt like it's attainable and not impossible!! Just wanted to share my goals with everyone and say hello! :)

Hello Everybody Nice to Meet You!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:47:34 EST

I started cutting and counting calories on March 15, 2013. I also started working out at the gym and this Summer I am swimming laps at the pool until Fall. Down 28 pounds so far!!! In a size 12 down from a 16... Going to keep it up until the end of the year but after that I will still limit sweets and calorie intake! Thank you for the motivation Ya'll!!!!! Sherrie 30

I work Shift Work need advice

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:22:49 EST

I'm new to Sparkpeople well actually I joined years ago but never really followed it but now I need some help and advice. I work a lot of night shifts and I start my shifts usually at 11:00pm and they end at 7:00am and I'm having a hard time knowing when I should eat (what times).and what I should eat at what times. I am hoping that you can help me as I think this is were I gained my excess weight is the last 6 months.

Feeling HAPPY

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:53:06 EST

I got home from work Monday night to find my husband in his walking garb and I asked him about it. He said he was going to hop on the treadmill, I suggested the whole family go for a walk outside! We used to walk all the time on the treadmill, then our momentum left us and well, neither of us have been on it in a LONG time and it shows. With the weather being warmer, it is so much nicer to be outside. Anyhow, DH, my two boys and I got our shoes on ready to go for our walk. I called my si...

Excited (and a little nervous!) to be here!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:13:41 EST

Hello everyone! My name is Caroline and I am twenty four years old and living in Japan as an English teacher. I have, in the past couple of months, had rapid weight gain and it is continuing. I want to reverse it, lose the pounds I've gained, and learn to eat better (my eating habits are TERRIBLE!). However, while that is certainly a goal of mine, my biggest goal is fitness. Luckily the two go hand in hand! I decided that my big fitness goal is to be able to do pull-ups. I hope that with help...

Here We Go Again!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:12:25 EST

Hey all! So I've tried this Spark and dieting thing a few times over the past three years or so and failed miserably each time thanks to being a slacker and ultimately being too lazy and not motivated enough to follow through. I'm uber determined to get this under control now though and going to give it my all! Following all your posts and getting lots of inspiration from you all, so keep it up!

Hi Guys

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:07:07 EST

Hi Everyone

Just joined and really hope I will see great results. I'm pathetic when it comes to diets and excercise and really need a kick up the behind to get me going. Usually give up in a day. Reading all the success stories has really motivated me.

Hello!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:33:05 EST

I'm new to Sparkpeople. Actually, used the website before, but last time I didn't use the message boards. Hoping to be motivated by others fighting the weight loss battle. I need to lose more than 50 pounds in order to reach a healthy weight. Of course, any weight lost will be a healthy change.

Hello!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:32:19 EST

Hello!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:31:31 EST

Hello!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:30:56 EST

I'm new, too!

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:42:54 EST

I'm hoping that joining a site like this will really help keep my motivated...plus I love having accounts to check!

I'm buying a measuring tape tomorrow so I can get all my measurements, I'm so excited to see changes in myself!

It's always easier to do things when you don't feel totally alone, so I'd love to give/get some support to newer and older members. :)

Good luck, guys!

New!

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:57:35 EST

I've tried so many things and now I've come here- I'm hoping this will work out better than some other programs I have tried. I'm Kristen and I've been overweight my entire life. It's never been fun and recently I've set a goal to get healthy and to love the person looking back at me in the mirror. I'm already on HealtheTrim (week two) and adding on something to help me keep on track with is always a good idea. I'm also doing Fitocracy (thank god for iPhones and smart phone tech) which has be...

Ima Newbie

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:52:11 EST

Hello to everyone out there. 30 I am a 37 year old wife & mommy of 2 amazing boys. A 3 yr old and a 1.5 yr old. I used to be very athletic and pretty healthy. After 2 babies, I haven't the time to be as active as I like and recently my mom was diagnosed with incurable metastatic cancer. My personal stress & work related stress have assisted me in adopting some very bad eating habits. I am trying to feel better in my own skin and make healthier life choices so I can be around to s...

Hola Everyone!

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:29:25 EST

Hola Everyone! I am 31yrs old and I have found myself uncomfortable in my skin, so I've decided to change things for myself. I am very excited and positive about using Sparkpeople to help me attain my goals; and I hope to make friends along the way!

waited to introduce myself

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:53:44 EST

I'm into week 2 and haven't tried any teams or have any friends yet. Guess I'm getting my nerve up to truly do this.

New Girl

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:32:06 EST

Hey y'all,

Yes I am from the South so I say y'all, haha. I'm Jesse, I'm 22 years old and just signed up to this website today. I want to make a healthy change because I am currently in a relationship with food that I would like to break. I have been on a roller coaster relationship with food all my life going up and down (fat and skinny), never been able to really maintain a certain weight for a fair amount of time. I have the stretch marks to prove it.

Aside from my we...

Week 2 on SP

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:05:14 EST

Still doing great. Easy to log in my foods. Fitness tracker keeps me motivated to move. So glad I found SP. 41

help i cant lose weight!!

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:48:47 EST

Hi there, I am getting discouraged, i gained back 4 lbs!! why do i keep failing?? i need to lose weight soo bad and it just wont budge, any advice??????

Ready to make changes!!

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:43:00 EST

Hello everyone! I'm creeping up into my late 30's and quit smoking almost 4 years ago and that's when the weight started packing on. I'm 5'7" and up to 167 pounds, I would like to get down to 140-145 at least. I have always eaten whatever I wanted and not had a problem but I know I have to change that thinking right now!! I have also started exercising more but still have issues with motivation. Hope to find the right combo to get my weight under control!

Hi, I'm Robin. I'm new to Spark's.

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:44:29 EST

Hi I'm new and having lots of problems knowing what to eat and when. Need all the help I can get. I started about 3 months ago and have lost 9 Lb, not much but it is something. I want to take baby steps so I dont get overwhelmed with all the information that seems to be out there. I have a health club and even joined a weight loss class. I have a personal trainer now which is a big help.
My first question is what to eat before a work out and what to eat after?

Hello. New here :-) 180 lbs lost ... 18 to go !

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:33:11 EST

Yep, you ready it right. lol My name is Lindsey. I am 29 years old and have lost 180 lbs. I am a previous Sparkpeople member, but under a different account.... long story ... a lot has changed and emails etc had to be changed and deleted. I have not been on in about a year though.

I am a prior military wife and was married for 11 years. After dealing with infidelity, domestic violance, losing 3 daughters at birth, having 3 wonderful boys and eating myself into a depressive state......

time to start taking care of myself...

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:27:31 EST

arghhh... alas, went to my new family doc today and was told point blank that I am 30 pounds overweight. Of course I knew this (for like 10 years???), but it's something else to be told so matter of factly and then seeing it in writing on my appointment summary. So am starting here to keep myself accountable.

Losing weight without working out?

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:01:56 EST

Hi, new to this chat/website and always happy to find people to support each other on weight loss topics.
I am about to turn 54 years old. I am married and do not have kids. I have severe back problems that started in my early 40's and did not come about due to weight problems. I was never thin, but was athletic, and a model in my teens and early twenties. Always exercised, rode horses and rode my bike for transportation as well as aerobics, until I twisted my spine up in a very harsh r...

Losing inches

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:44:50 EST

I have dropped three dress size.

Tightening up my arm muscles

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:44:35 EST

My arms are really flabby and I need to tight them up.

Losing inches

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:42:13 EST

I have dropped three dress size.

I need a weight loss buddy for my Journey

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:06:44 EST

I am trying to find a female weightloss buddy that weighs 300 pounds to share my weightloss journey

Intro

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:35:16 EST

Hi spark people,

Let me introduce myself. I am Shafeeq Ahmed from Chennai, India. My friends call me Cheeka. I am an aeronautical engineer by profession.
Lets us all hope for a great beginning.

With Regards,
Shafeeq

I am looking for some new friends and pen pals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:32:48 EST

Hi My name is Gordon Powers. i am looking for some new friends and pen pals. i am a person with mild to moderate disabilities and looking for some new friends i am not asking nor do i need money all i am asking is for your friendship. i love getting to know new people and making new friends. my email address is gordonpowers12@hotmail.com i live in Alberta Canada. i am a mormon who does not drink or smoke.

High blood pressure

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:17:30 EST

Hi everyone. I'm a 58 year old, Canadian woman who is carrying and
extra 25 lb. and is for the first time in my life dealing with high blood pressure.
I have less than 2 mths. left to try and get it down before my Dr. puts me on meds. for it.
Any suggestions anyone?

Hello

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:38:26 EST

Hello everyone. My name is Vickie and I am new to Sparkpeople.com I am in the over 50 crowd and the over-weight crowd. :-) I love the site so far and everyone is so kind. I look forward to having a group I can work with to help motivate me and that I can help motivate for common goals. Its great to meet you all.

Are there any really active teams?

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:41:41 EST

I have joined a few Sparkteams and browsed through a ton as well and none of them seem to be very active at all. I would like to find one that is active on a daily basis because this is a "one day at a time" type of thing for me (and most people I am sure)

Repeat Offender

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:38:05 EST

Hmmm, about me....well, I'm a 48-year old female and I have been at this battle for as long as I can remember. Not unlike so many others. I am 5' 1" and have about 80 lbs to lose. The smallest that I have been was about 8 years ago when I got down to 165 lbs. Geesh, that was 40 lbs ago. I didn't plan on being here again. I had wanted to say good bye to those lbs once and for all. But they found their way back. So I'm having a "do over"

I have been dealing with a back issue ...

I'm back!

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:19:19 EST

Hello Spark People. I joined in 2011 and didn't use the tools here, but now I'm back with a renewed commitment to become healthier and more fit. I will need all the Spark People support I can get and would love to share this trip with friends.
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Hi everybody

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:51:22 EST

New to this site.bit confused how to use it

Hello, just starting!

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 04:23:28 EST

Hello everyone, just starting tomorrow which is Tuesday 6/19.

Torn achilles tendon, trying to restart

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 02:17:48 EST

I'm a usually fit 69 year old who loves walking tennis and fitness. In Feb. I severed 80% of my achilles tendon and am just starting to get back into shape, albeit with limited ankle resources. I have gained a few pounds and had a little more than I needed to start with and so would love to lose about 15 pounds. I wish everyone well with their goals. Good luck to yourselves and me. 381

maryfatann

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:10:50 EST

Hi all. Not much about me, I dispatch and sit way too many hours at work (12) and finding Sparks People has been super and, well finally a place to call home !!! Did so great, lost 10 pounds in about 5 weeks with Sparks and Richard Simmons, went on vacation and gained 6 back. I walked and hiked for hours on end but obviously put the wrong foods in my mouth. I wasn't accessed to computer or a scale so I notebooked everything and entered it today. I am so excited about getting back to a good ea...

Ready, Set, Go!

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:04:16 EST

Hi everyone. My name is Gigi, and well I am here to try and create a motivational background for my journey I have ahead. I recently lost 25 pds, but have gained about 10 back due to life getting in the way of me keeping on track, and staying on the helm of getting in my exercise and/or correct eating habits. I want to lose approx 95 pds in the next year or so. So I need all the people that are happy, and motivated to help me along the way the more the merrier. Well enough about me, and ...

hi am charlene

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:29:07 EST

Hi, I'm Rachel!

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:17:42 EST

Hi, I'm Rachel! I am on SparkPeople to lose 93 pounds and tone (go from 223-130 lb)

Looking forward to making new friends!

hi there new to this forum

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:32:02 EST

hi i am 50 old woman i have been over weight for 30 years now. at my heaviest i weighed 221, six yrs ago i hurt my back at work, i have lost some weight do to pain and surgeries, i am down to 177, but i go from 175 to 185 but here this past 2 weeks i have made a change joined a gym and really am determined to lose i need help with good common sense diets that really are easy and good. any help i would love to get thanks

Just saying hello

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:00:56 EST

I am a newbie to SparkPeople and just wanted to say hello. I am really excited to find the website and to get back to being healthy. Hope to make some friends along the way. :)

food, love it hate it!

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:48:15 EST

Last year I lost 25 lbs. I have gained some of it back by just being lazy. Food, the evil necessity! I am hoping that I can find good support because I really need it. Not sure where this question should be posted so I'm going to ask it here, maybe someone can answer or direct me. When I make a homemade meal how do I add it to the tracker. do I have to list each ingredient separately? Thanks, good luck to everyone. I enjoy meeting you all and helping others (I'm good at that).

I'm trying to figure this out..

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:41:05 EST

where can i find a page to start my blog?

My first "Message Board" post.

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:29:53 EST

I'm new here, and I come with LOFTY goals. I have over 65 lbs to lose while battling a wonky 'personal energy crisis' (as my neurologist calls it), depression, a pending divorce, a full time (sitting at a desk all day) job, and an ebb and flow sense of motivation . . . Should be interesting! lol

Could use some friends on here, so if you can relate, or if you're just looking for additional friends in your health-goals-related-corner, feel free to add me ~

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Frustrated!

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 15:43:56 EST

My first message board entry 40 I have been working on losing weight for the past 2-1/2 years (I have over 6,000 miles on my bike now) but haven't been able to lose so I started with SP in mid April. I am staying well within my calorie guidelines and exceeding my fitness guidelines. I still haven't lost a pound! I was recently diagnosed with Hyperaldosteronism and am wondering if anyone else has this and whether or not it could be affecting my inability to lose.

JM NEW

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 15:36:12 EST

HI MYNAME IS BEV AND i STARTED SPARKS 1 DAY AGO AND i AN SO EXCITED

anyone want to do the 5 2 diet with me

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 15:29:27 EST

im starting today.
and would love some one to talk to
ex low cal days is mon and thurs
regular healthy eating days are the other days
it sounds like a healthy life style i can follow

Introducing myself

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:30:12 EST

I am fairly new at this whole thing. I have gotten very discourages with myself lately. I don't like the way I look, and it makes me feel almost ashamed. I have a young son, and my husband says I am amazing the way I am. I know I don't look bad, but I want to look better. I want to have another child, and know I need to be in better shape before we can think about doing that. I am an administrative coordinator for a non-profit child welfare organization. I love my job, but feel a little out o...

It's Time

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:59:09 EST

Just wanted to stop by and say Hi.

My name is Vikki and I have two beautiful teenaged daughters. I'm here to lose weight. I have about 90 lbs to lose and I want to be as healthy as I can be. Diabetes runs high in my family (my mom and two sisters have it) so I'm looking to stave it off. It's been a discouraging process thus far but I'm pretty determined.

Thank you!!! 30

specialkitten

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:12:37 EST

Hi everyone. From Michigan, i am new to sparks and actually just came across it as i was trying to find low fat recipes. I am trying to get my life back on track so I can become more active for my 3 yr old son and soon to be grand baby. Over the past 3 years i have had surgery to remove a tumor from my neck (non cancer) and found out through a lower GI I have crohns. Then 2 months later found out i was pregnant. Ive been trying to get healthy these last 3 years without much success. It seems ...

New to Spark People.

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:29:27 EST

Can someone please tell me how to enter how many miles I have walked? My goal is 4 miles/day, and I have met that goal. But I don't see how to enter it. It says I have walked 0/4 miles today. Thanks for the help. 30

What do I substitute for a push up?

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:19:50 EST

Hi: Although I have been lurking around Spark People for a long time, this is my first post. I have done many of the videos, but so many of them require push ups. I have an old neck/shoulder injury that makes it very painful to do push ups. I can do planks since I don't irritate the nerves in the injured area. Any suggestions as to what I can substitute for the push ups without compromising the workout?

Gotta lose the last 50!

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:46:26 EST

Hi everyone. My name is SaVanna and I have about 50 pounds to lose. I actually am working on a graduate degree in nutrition and will be a registered dietitian within the next couple of months! I have struggled with weight all of my life, and dieting in high school actually led me to pursue becoming a dietitian. I have been steadily losing weight and am more determined than ever to lose the last 50!

So Discouraged

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:37:52 EST

I started dieting and exercising one week ago. I was faithful in posting all I ate and stayed within my limits and exercised every day (walking our very hilly neighborhood for 45 minutes a day). When I stepped on the scales this morning expecting a decent loss, I had gained .8 pounds. I have been on many diets and even had gastric bypass surgery and have always had a good loss my first week. I cannot understand what went wrong, but I am feeling extremely discouraged this morning. I am 64 year...

welcome

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 08:31:19 EST

Thank you all for your welcome, the videos for understanding how to get around the site are good, but I am slow at learning so I guess patience will what it is all about at the moment. I am not sure how to work out the calorie count, so this will be a challenge too. I am a carer for my husband, he has Parkinson's, so I am limited in going out . I love to sew and sometimes sit for long periods of time. So I would love to lose the weight as well as learn to cook healthy. Chook21

New Here

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:25:44 EST

Hello Everyone,
My name is Kisha I'm 33 & a single mom of 2 young boys from Baltimore, MD... I'm just starting on my weight loss journey & looking forward to achieving my goals... I'd love to meet new people & make new friends that we can share our journeys together.

Newbie Me

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 22:41:17 EST

I had started a few weeks back but then had problems with my computer. I'm a mum of two sons..one now an adult and flew the nest fast!. The other at home and in senior year at school.
I have to lose weight to feel happy...I've gained at least 50 pounds due to stress and to menopause!

So back on track tomorrow.

LETS DO THIS!!

Hello Everyone - I'm new

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 21:49:50 EST

I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself. I joined yesterday and I am still trying to make my way around the site. There is so many things to check out. Well, anyway, I'm happy to be here.

Newbie

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 20:17:52 EST

I'm Cee Cee and this is my second day on sparkpeople. I have alway been fit and active but I recently gained weight after going through some difficult life stressors. I became depressed and put on 30 pounds. I'm ready to not just got back to the healthy me, but create a new and better me that will be stronger and able to approach any obstacle that I face in the future. I'm looking forward to being a part of the sparkpeople community!

Hello I'm Deb

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:45:28 EST

Hi everyone,
this is my second day!!! I am motivated but still had some moments of cravings. But I did ok this weekend and am proud.... I have a very stressful busy week... I just need to be strong and stay on track!!! Its nice to meet everyone! I am looking forward to meeting you and sharing our struggle together to get through this weight loss journey to success!!!!

Hello everyone

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:27:57 EST

My name is Vicky, and I'm trying to lose 30 pounds. I learned that I'm pre diabetic with high cholestrol and want to totally get off meds. I'm hoping that this forum will help me get the needed weight off and gain greater health. I've been working on this for a few months, and it is so easy to fall off the wagon. Any ideas to stay focused?

so many things wrong help

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:09:35 EST

Hello Everyone,
I have done this many times ,but never trully committed,untill my heart stopped for 30 sec. after a hearth cath. I had already had a quadruple by pass,they found my artieres are good, I have what they call plumanary hpertenison. I also have pad on my left leg I am doing much better,and even better when I get the leg by pass, my pup needs to walk too.lol Trying to keep this light. Here is my problem I need to be on a no salt,low carb diabetic diet.The diet spark people hav...

hello new to spark people

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:09:26 EST

hello I am new to the site here. let me share a little about me and why I am here.I am very obese earlier this year my doc told me that I was pre diabetic. I somehow got my A1C out of the danger zone because I lost a few pounds. but unfortunately I gained it all back and then some. I seriously took a reality check and looked in the mirror and I did not like what I saw. I was always overweight or obese. Now I am telling myself I have got to do something because it is affecting my health. Sleep...

new-n-lost, a bit...

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 16:28:10 EST

Hi there,
Just signed up today, am a little overwhelmed with the site. Seems easy to get lost and I think it will take some time to figure out how to make it work well for me. So far, it's helpful just to even track the food, workouts, etc. Posting to messages? Chats with Teams? How do I narrow it down and just have a small and consistent soursce of mutually shared support?

Ciao for now,
Nyk.

5k if it kills me.

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 13:45:05 EST

I'm training for a 5k in July. I played softball all of my life and volleyball for a few years, but towards the end of high school I stopped playing sports and put on some weight. I've now lost almost all of the weight, and feel great. In April I decided with a group of friends to run a 5k. We are all about at the same fitness level so we thought it would be fun to do together. I never really ran long distances before, so it's been a struggle. In April I couldn't even run a mile without stop...

Soon to be bride

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 13:03:17 EST

Hello!

I thought by reaching out to other Spark People I may be able to gain some motivation to keep up with my diet plan!

I'm currently 5'4" tall and weigh 135. I'm overweight and am getting married this December. I would like to lose 25 pounds by then. I'm on my fourth day. Any advice/motivation or fellow brides working to lose weight too, please reach out to me!

Help!

Here I am...!

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 10:58:53 EST

Hello all,

So I'm a 26 year old girl, married and almost 250lbs.

I've tried dieting over and over but nothing ever works for linger than a week or so, I fall off the wagon and never get back on.

I'm here this time, not only to lose weight, but to get fit and healthy. I need to look after my body or I am going to hit an early grave.

I am going on a trip to America this December (las Vegas/Austin/NYC). It's a long awaited trip of ours which will entai...

Miricals do Happen!

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 10:21:12 EST

Good Morning,
I have just now joined, and am very hopeful, having tried many other forms of dieting. Although I have several health issues to cope with making looseing weight extemely chalenging. Atrial fibrilation and a recent stroke which left me with a left side defecit now prevents me from excercing for weight loss impossible. Then I'm pre-diabetic so have to matain certain caloric/protien/carb. ratios without compromising energy and feeling too restricted. I would be greatly a...

Starting fresh

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 10:20:01 EST

New to spark.. Really excited for what it offers and support from other people! Hoping to hit my goal by December!! Hope this journey it filled with happiness and success. Looking for fun ideas to get fit!

Struggling to keep at it

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 09:22:30 EST

It has been about 6 months since I began trying to incorporate exercise into my lifestyle. My friend Aishhwariya (Aice) got me into it. So I started with Zumba only because it seemed fun, I could dance and do it in the privacy of my room. I kept it a secret from my family members for weeks, because I didn't want to be judged and then when I felt happier and proud of myself, I told them.

Around the same time, I also started my Spark people account. Whenever I didn't feel like Zumba...

New to spark people

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 04:28:04 EST

I joined Spark people about a week ago as a motivational tool to stay on track with my calorie intake. I have been using another online calorie tracking tool, but thought maybe a change would help. I have really been enjoying it and find the points and stuff fun. Lots of information to explore and keeps me motivated to track. :)

Tracking foods

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 02:32:39 EST

I have been tracking my foods on a mobile app but these do not sync with computer. Is there a way to make it all work together?

Hello

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 02:02:46 EST

Hi there,

My name is Zee and I'm from Australia. I'm new around here but really needing to push myself over that final stretch towards my weight loss goal. It's a long way to go but it's something that I've been struggling with a lot of my life. I have this habit of falling off the wagon and I'm hoping that talking here will give me more motivation.

Newbie!

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 01:52:54 EST

Hey ya'll. I got a wake up call from the doctor that my 26-year-old body could use some sprucing up- high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Plus, I'm not at my ideal weight. I'm looking forward to the support of this community and am excited to start!

Hello

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 23:53:39 EST

Hi I am back! I was here in 2011 when I was going to have my RNY but decided I wasn't ready then. Now I am back and having my surgery on the 17th of June. Been back on the site for about a month, I think.

I am a full time student in my mid 40's, a proud Grama of 2 girls and a proud mother of 1 girl and two step sons. Look forward to reading blogs and post!

Take care of yourselves. 30

Just getting started

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 22:52:51 EST

Hi, all,

I joined Wednesday night which was the night before I had oral surgery. Probably not the smartest thing to do, but it was on my mind, and I wanted to do it before I talked myself out of it. Hopefully, I'll be all healed this week and ready to get started.

I have about fifty pounds to lose, maybe a little less depending on which doctor's scale I go with. :-D

I'm looking forward to actually getting some momentum going and to talking with all of you!

if not now when?

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 22:44:50 EST

So I decided last fall that to help me with my weight loss goals I would participate in a 5k walk. For many reasons it seemed like I wasn't going to make it to the Oct walk but I did it and it felt good. Again for many reasons I fell off the wagon with my exercise. I saw an opportunity to participate in a 6k walk at my alma mater and took it. I finished and it felt great (though my feet hurt big time at the end of the day). Today I finished the Biggest Loser 5k walk in Rockford. I think...

Need motivation

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 22:08:11 EST

Hi, Iam about 25 pounds overweight. I lack energy and motivation to do anything. Please get me fired up

Hello Y'all

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 21:59:16 EST

Hey everyone!

I'm Katherine :)

I'v been on this crazy weight loss journey for 7 months now. I've lost over 50 pounds, and couldn't be happier. I hope I can help keep others motivated, and they can help me stay motivated, because together we can be the person we've always wanted to be

One step at a time

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 19:40:08 EST

Hi guys: I'm a 48yo SAHM of 2 school-aged kids (aged 6 and 11). Married to a great guy who is a biology professor. Having struggled off and on with weight most of my adult life, and staring age 50 in the face, I have decided to do this ("this being lose 80-90 pounds to get to my ultimate goal, and in the process to regain energy, health and a lot more clothing options). I began on Monday, June 11 and it's been a decent week so far. Taking it one day at a time, being mindful of food choices, s...

having problems staying focused

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 19:32:43 EST

Hello everyone, My name is Pam and I joined sparks a few months ago and I am having a horrible time staying focused and consistant with my tracking the meals I eat. I seem to get in to slumps because I don't see any changes then I binge eat. I only have 15 lbs to lose but it is just dragging. Any good suggestions

been here before

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 17:59:33 EST

been here before and hopefully this time I will win this battle and lose the weight and learn to live a healthy lifestyle

Howdy from San Antonio, Texas

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 17:36:37 EST

Even though I signed up back in April, I haven't really looked in to the SparkPeople site. I only realized this week I had "Spark Mail" and read all the messages. Since reading all the friendly messages I've taken the advice to set up my Spark Page and even blogged. Now here I am introducing myself. Guess my next step will be to actually start logging my food and exercise. Looking forward to being a part of the community.

Let's try this again....for real this time

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 17:16:22 EST

I have used Spark People on and off for several years! One time I did very well with it and I lost about 25 pounds before I just gave up. That seems to be my problem, I lose my motivation. I have too many vices and it's too much for me to give them all up at one time. I drink too much soda (totally addicted, I swear!), I smoke cigarettes, I eat a lot of fast food and processed crap! I never have any energy, I am tired all the time, I get sick easily because my immune system is weak. I am prob...

please help me

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 12:10:00 EST

I stepped on the scale this morning and OMG !!! biggest number ever...so I do need to do something. I would love to do WW and calculated that I can have 43 points 15 but I have no idea what to eat for that much points....please someone help me...thank you all

New in Town

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 11:24:58 EST

Just started 2 days ago and I'm looking forward to moving forward. One thing I want to remember in this process is that any obstacle ( cravings, too large of a portion, unwise food choices, family gatherings,or any other crisis ) is something to maneuver around and not something to stop me from reaching my goals.

First week

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 10:55:52 EST

I am having a great time using spark people, smart coach and smart radio. I Los seven pounds my first week. Exercising at least 30 minutes a day and tracking what I eat. The amaZing aspect of spark people is that is inexhaustible. Everyday I find something new and interesting about this site. This site keeps me motivated. I am having trouble at night binging just a little maybe 300 calories - over my allotted amount. Any suggestions. I would also like yo find the scale to show my weig...

I am finally here!

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 10:53:05 EST

Good Day! I hope to find encouragement and feedback from you all. I will of course return the good deed to you! Carpe diem!

Hello!

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:29:28 EST

Hello everyone! I used to use another fitness site, but it seemed difficult to make friends on there or get any real helpful information. I have nearly 50 pounds that I need to lose! I am signed up for a 5K event next month. I used to be in excellent shape and I was a runner, but I had a knee injury decades ago that kept me out of running and the weight piled on. :-( I just got back into running a month ago. I'm looking forward to reading everyone's posts and getting myself back on track! :-)

help!

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 05:00:41 EST

I can't even believe it. I stepped on the scale today to see a wopping 220. This is the heaviest I have ever been. I'm 19. I feel like there's no point because I can't do it! I always start and then give up. Im sick of it! I want to be happy in my own skin! Food controls me. I don't want to be controlled any more. Ive struggled with drug and alcohol addiction and am 15 months clean and sober! If i can do that i feel like i can do this. I am mentally recovering from my childhood abuse qnd j...

help!

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 04:59:07 EST

help!

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 04:58:57 EST

help!

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 04:58:31 EST

help!

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 04:57:46 EST

hi guys my intro:)) how i went from 178-105lbs

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:42:15 EST

HI my name is Andrea, wife and a mother of 2 beautiful kids. Before I was introduced to Beachbody, I felt very insecure and ashamed of my body. At 5'0 my weight showed everywhere. I was happy but also unhappy at the same time. Always trying to fit into clothes to hide my flaws, looking in the mirror and just not happy on the way I looked or felt. Only taking face pictures on my profile on facebook. My stomach was the one part of my body I tried to hide, 2 births with 1 c-section and bad stret...

Day 7 on SP

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 22:40:39 EST

I made it! 7 whole days of healthy eating & exercise. I surpassed my goal of 4 miles biking & 3 days of exercise. I feel I really achieved something here. Thank you SP & all the other SP users that have encouraged me on. I plan on doing this for a long, long time.

Here I am!!

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 20:57:15 EST

I am new to spark people I heard about it from a friend. I just was married 7 months ago and was working out with a personal trainer for a good year and a half. After that I lost the fizz for working out an dieting and started eating whatever I wanted!! And just recently quit smoking, so the weight has added up and I'm tired of it. So that's why I joined. I love keeping track of my calories to keep me in check I've only been doing it for about a week and I do like it, can't wait to see t...

NEW TO SPARK

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:39:13 EST

HELLO,

I am Laurisa, a BBB (Big, Black, and Beautiful) gal wanting to lose quite a few pounds. I started yesterday and I am already feeling withdrawal. I have stopped with all salt, sugar, and starches. I feel good about it, but my energy is low. I need to lose at least 30 before the end of the summer.

I'm baaak!

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:57:42 EST

I started the program in January lost 30 pounds by the end of march. I caught a cold and dropped out of the program....weird how that happens. I back and ready to lose 21 more pounds. Anyone wanna race?

SQIRLEY54

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:37:29 EST

HI EVERYONE IM A NEW MEMBER OF SPARKPEOPLE ! I NEED TO LOSE ALOT OF WEIGHT AT LEAST 75 LBS AND I CAN USE ALL THE ENCOURAGEMENT ANYONE CAN GIVE ME ! IM TRYING TO EAT ONLY 1000 CALORIES A DAY !! LORD I NEED HELP WITH ALL OF THIS !! THANK AND HAVE A GREAT DAY .

Please allow me to introduce myself

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:19:54 EST

I am a 50+ year old male who is overweight. I have lost in the past but due to life, I have put weight back on. I have set a goal to lose 80 pounds by the end of the year.

Back Again!

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:24:19 EST

Hi! I've used Spark several different times in the past and always quit. I found I was always to hard on myself. Focusing on weight loss instead of feeling good. I've decided to try one more time with the goal of just feeling better!

I'm mostly using Sparkpeople to connect with other awesome people!
220

Need some motivation

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:55:30 EST

So I've been on Sparkpeople for a while and did really well to start, but then life kinda took me by surprise and now I'm back. I'm 22, 5'2 and 161 pounds. I am looking for someone to help motivate me and push me to my goal of 120 pounds, someone who will help me learn the right things to eat, even on a tight budget, and just an all around workout buddy!

New and Looking for a support buddy!

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:35:08 EST

Hello! I'm brand new to this site, but not to trying to lose weight!!! I struggle so much with motivation, and would love an accountability partner to check in with daily. A little bit about me.... I'm a mom of 2 (2.5 yo and 9 mo old). I'm a teacher on summer break right now. I have pcos and insulin resistance. I'm 5'2 and currently weigh 194.5. My goal is around 140.

If we have things in common or you would just like someone to work together with, please send me a message!
Da...

Allow myself to introduce... myself.

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:09:48 EST

Hi, my name is Katminrin. Just rejoined spark after starting and then stopping years ago. I am 28, 5'3" and 174 lbs. My first few goals are to learn to eat more slowly and conscientiously, manage my stress, and start exercising regularly.

good morning

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:25:20 EST

I'm Anna, looking forward to working with a team and meeting my weight loss goals. Hope everyone has a really inspiring day!

Trying it out

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 08:48:49 EST

Hi everyone! I have heard a lot of good things about sparkpeople. I currently do weight watchers, but money is really tight. I am going to compare both for a month and see which one is more suited to me. I have to say i loooooove the fact that sparkpeople is so customizable. I love the app and the motivation the site brings. It has only been a few days, but I really like it so far.

Back Again

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:39:23 EST

I joined a while ago and honestly, I couldn't get into it. I think there was so much to take in at once and I just didn't give it enough time to catch on. So here I am again, hoping to get to know everyone. 20

Need to get back to feeling good

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:06:19 EST

Hi Everyone! Even though I have been a member of the site since 2011 I never really took advantage of what it had to offer!! My journey began over 6 years ago after the birth of my 5th child! I was always a fat girl and decided that it was time for that to change!! I was successful on my own and managed to lose 200lbs on my own! Just with changing the way I ate and working out! Well I am a stress eater and being a mom of 5 kids there was a lot of stress in my life!! I fell off track an...

Trying something for myself for once

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 02:30:47 EST

I have been tryign to loose weight for awhile now and I have been reading this and trying to get more motivated since Feburary. Then in April they told me I was having TIA's which ended up having me in the hospital for a few days and several docotrs appointments to follow to figure out what was happening. To make the long story short a month went past and I ended up in the hospital with chest pain and that was the scare of my life. I knew then something drastic had to be done. Everything ...

Introducing myself.

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:15:22 EST

Hi everyone, I have joined this site tonight and I am in hopes to find some supportive friends to help motivate me through my journey. I'm a stay at home mom to a three year old and feel like I have no energy. I really need some help feeling motivated, I feel like I have been yoyo dieting for a while now. I do really well and loose 10-25lbs over the course of a few months and then I back slide when my life gets hectic. I was using another site but I feel discouraged when I see my old progres...

Hello

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:43:09 EST

Hello Everybody. I am new on spark and just want to say hello to all. 41

Introduction

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:31:28 EST

Hello everyone, my name is Khalil/Khaleel, and I've been taking my fitness serious when I about 18. I enjoy learning more about different nutritions, workouts, health, fitness, and more. I like jogging because it keeps your heart rate up, and increases your cardio. Calisthenics are known to be body-weight exercise, as much as I dislike doing so much of it, pain is always good. I like lifting weights because it helps me to become stronger everyday. This is why I love having interest in health ...

Hi! its my first day

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:59:57 EST

Well, I am getting to know this website more and so far I am glad to be here. Thanks for all the welcome e-mails, this community truly sounds to be supportive. I look forward to my weight-loss, tips, tricks, stories and keeping a visual on my trackers. 41

Day 6 on SP

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:40:39 EST

Loving the site, loving the healthy guidance, loving the motivation! Day 6 going well. 41

MOSTMOM1 - I have returned

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:00:22 EST

I've tried it all throughout my life. Anyone remember the grapefruit diet, the diet doctors, the low-fat, low-carb, some were low-taste and starve yourself! I've also been a member of several different weight-loss programs, and none have worked. There are some really great programs, such as WW, but it didn't work for me because I would 'play' with the program and get frustrated at myself - then quit. This past year my husband retired, and after him gaining the retirement '15' (if there is ...

Your Weakness Food?

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:10:56 EST

Mine is pizza. I definitely have a strong emotional attachment to it.

Hello Everyone

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:45:25 EST

Hello my name is Bryan. I am 22 and work for the railroad. i have recently started a diet and exercise to slim down. I love the recipes and the support this website offers. i look forward to being a member!

I'm a SparkPeople Newbie

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:31:25 EST

Hi Everyone, I have posting anxiety. It has taken me a while to work up the nerve to introduce myself. I'm an over 40 mother of twin 8 year olds and I need to lose over 50 lbs. I've been excited about this site and all the people who have worked hard and lost weight. I hope to join your ranks.

I'm back!! :)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:25:38 EST

Hello! My name is Steph. I was very active in SparkPeople in 2009/2010 and I lost about 20lbs. Then I went through a divorce and had a lot of other issues to deal with. I'm back on SparkePeople mainly to get some support and encouragement. I only have about 5 lbs to lose, but I want to keep up with my healthy eating and lifestyle. Any one else out there who wants to change eating habits and stay healthy and active? :)

psuedo-new

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:19:41 EST

Hi everyone...I think I have finally hit that point... I am sure many of you know what I mean, I started doing the JM 30 day shred, moving on to level 2. I truly don't have much to loose, I believe with me it's mind over matter at this point. My husband keeps telling me that I look perfect, which I love him for that... but then I look at that box that I packed up that contains my favorite Levis and just cannot understand how I could let myself gain 25 lbs. Now granted this happened over a per...

weight loss the old fashioned way

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 16:33:53 EST

Hi my name is carmen. when i started my quest which will be 3 years october, i thought can not be done. let's just say i started well over three hundred pounds , 336 to be exact. well now at 203 pounds, i can not tell you the difference. i see old pictures of my self and say, who is that? when i meet people and they see the pictures, it is always omg. you really have lost a lot of weight. they can not believe it. i learned that when is comes to something unhealthy, i can satisfy my self with ...

Hello everyone!!

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 16:17:10 EST

Been on this site for awhile now but getting a chance to get on here to post and do more with the site...(have just been a lurker)

Anyway, my name's Alan I'm 43, from Iowa.Single man have been single since about 2001- 2002 no kids. I do lawn mowing,snow removal...

Back in november of 2011 I had gastric bypass surgery done..Now I have to work very hard to try and not gain it all back.....

Is there any other peeps in here from Iowa?

The "fat" seat

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:41:25 EST

Hi there. I have been a registered person on SparkPeople.com for quite a while, but have only just started using the site. I am so impressed with everything I’m seeing and want to say GREAT JOB, KEEP IT UP to all of you. I have just started this journey and am lucky enough to be doing it alongside a wonderful husband. I started at 320 pounds and currently weigh 315. I’m moving in the right direction and I don’t expect it to be fast or easy, but I do expect to achieve my goals. And I kno...

Hello!

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:26:12 EST

Hello! I just want to introduce myself. I have been a Spark member for a while and just started to get back into it. I am currently looking to lose weight in order to be more healthy. I hope there will be great changes and good luck to you all in your goals! 244

hi im new...

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:04:56 EST

hi im Bobbie. Im a 24 yr old stay at home mom of two sweet boys ages 2 and 1 in upstate NY. I have been overweight pretty much all my life. When i was 15 i had lost about 30 lbs but over the years its all come back. Since may of 2012 i have yo-yo'd like crazy. I weighed 207 lbs after both of the boys and am now at 187. Im hoping that being here i can make some new friends that understand my struggles and really make a change for the better in my life. thanks for reading my intro. Byez!

New

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 14:30:15 EST

Hello, I am new to this, posting I mean.. I have been with Spark a few years but stopped awhile back tracking. I started to change my diet a week ago and so far so good. It is easy to see how all those calories rose so high when I wasn't tracking without even knowing it. I hope to lose about 57 pounds, but I absolutely hate working out.
Nice to be here. 30

I can't keep making excuses.

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 14:17:46 EST

I've always struggled with my self-image and weight. I've always felt like the ugly duckling and never did anything about it. Yes, I'm only 18, I still have time, but I can't keep making excuses. So here I am! I'll try my best. :) I'd love advice... support... Anything really. A buddy who's going through the same thing as me too! That would be nice.

Have a great one!

Need your help and support

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:25:25 EST

Hi everyone,
Do hope your day is going well, well my name is Beverley and I would like to learn how to use this site and all your help & support is losing 25lbs and maintaining a good healthy weight... thanks in advance

New Member

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:26:46 EST

Hi everyone.I'm a new member who is going to need support and guidance in my journey to lose weight.

Hello all!

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:08:29 EST

Been on this site for about a week now but finally getting a chance to get on here to post and do more with the site before (I was using my kindle fire to track, and it's a bit harder to post on there than it is on a regular computer).

Anyway, my name's Jeana. I'm 30, from Illinois. Mother to one (10 year old boy), and been in long term relationship for 5 1/2 years. I work in collections. Overall busy life and lots of stress. Thats why I wanted to join this site to hope for more a...

new to the group

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:39:26 EST

Hello everyone! I am a 34 year old mother of 3. I had been doing weight watchers, and trying to lose weight. Then several months ago I had a injury that has been slow to healing. So I gained alot of weight, and now would like to try to lose it. I am not able to do alot of exercises. I am looking forward to starting and sharing my journey!

Hi

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:27:02 EST

Hi I'm Lisa from california I'm 30. I'm trying again to lose weight. I need motivation.

BMI

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:13:47 EST

I do not agree with the BMI system. I almost died due to complications with my Chrons and during this time I had quickly lost 50 lbs. I was skinny with my rib cage showing and weighed 148 lbs. By the BMI i was just under normal then. Now I weigh 240 and I know that I am obese. However my goal is 160-170 which puts me in the overweight category still. I can never be 150 again andbe healthy my body will not allow it unless I am having issues again. Does anyone else have the same issues with the...

Back to The Spark...

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:02:31 EST

Hello, everyone! I've been here, done that and back again... I've tried almost every diet in the past 20 years and it's time to stick to one and not only complete it, but learn from it.

I am a mom of three, I like to exercise (!) and have a part time job. I am here because I eat mindlessly or when I am stressed or make up any excuse to eat...

Here we go...

Spark Coach Day 1

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:53:24 EST

Started strong, then the cookie grabbed me. Ended not so strong.

Waking up

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:44:29 EST

Hello!

Today is a bit of a weird day. I feel a sense of accomplishment, but I am also a but upset with myself. I was able to wake up without hitting the snooze button today for the first time in a longgggg time. Waking up for me has become one of my biggest struggles in the past two years, so I am really proud of myself, even if it took getting my parents involved. I am upset, because I woke up at the time I did so I would be able to do insanity with my friend and neighbor, Meghan...

A New Year - Another Try

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:31:46 EST

After several years I am participating in Spark People again. I am down considerably from what I once was and am hoping to take off another sizable chunk. I'm glad for the support of the Spark People page.

Hello

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:07:13 EST

Hi my name is sarah I have been on this site awhile but never really used the forums.

Ive come on here to say hi to everyone

new to Sparkpeople

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 06:58:48 EST

Hello! Nice to meet you all!

Hi! My name is Eyrun and I´m 24. When I was younger I used to be skinny because I did gymnastics, but once I quit at 19 I started gaining weight. I have lost it and gained it back over and over and am trying to change my lifestyle for good! Also, losing weight and being in college has been difficult, but I´m determined to do it! I want to lose 24 lbs by the end of this year (2013)!

I have never been on Sparkpeople before but I like it already...

I refuse to go down the road of DENIAL!!

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 03:29:29 EST

I am going to turn 48 in a couple of weeks and I have been in denial on my weight issues, physical activities, and eating habits. I will not go down the road of heart disease, stroke or diabetes as I become a empty nester and looking forward to being a "grandma". I want to loose at least 10lbs the first month and continue losing until I feel comfortable with the image I see in the mirror. I also would like to start running my goal is to run, walk a 1/2 marathon this fall in Sept. I need...

Jump Start the last 30 pounds

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 02:50:12 EST

On September 1, 2011 I had gastric bypass surgery. I have lost 140 pounds and maintained it for a year. Now I want to reach my goal weight of 180 pounds. Cross addiction is very common in Weight loss surgery and I am struggling with that now. I heard about this site from a friend tonight and I told her a spark was just what I needed so here I am...Hello everyone

Introduction

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:06:38 EST

My name is Autumn. I am new to Spark people. I have no idea how to use this site. 30 Would love to meet friends that could encourage me and I could encourage them. I have PCOS and I hope to meet some people here that may have their success story!!!

Brand new @ Spark People!

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:49:31 EST

Hey! I am brand new at Spark People! Any advice or insight is appreciated (for the website, motivation advice, food advice etc!) 30

Hello! :)

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:38:04 EST

Hello all! New to SparkPeople and thought I'd introduce myself. I am excited to begin this new chapter in my life and as my Spark name suggests, I am determined to work my way to fabulous by the time I turn 40 which gives me 2 1/2 years. When I say fabulous, I mean I want to I want to get myself physically fit enough to participate in activities I've always wanted try but never did out of fear of failure or embarrassment. I want to play ice hockey, participate in an archaeological dig, train ...

How do you get started?

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 21:16:34 EST

I've been on spark people before, but haven't stuck to any program thus far. I'm back again hoping to change myself. I find that I am just not happy with who I am and I believe the feeling has a lot to do with my poor diet and fitness. I want to eat better and be more active. My question is, how? How do I continue on with this journey to better myself? 24

Day 5 on SP

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:58:53 EST

Started out the day biking for 2 miles before work. Gave me a great boost of energy for my day!
Stayed on track with my eating too. 41 Tracking my food is getting a little easier. I think the more I do it, it will become second nature. Day 5 successful.

New to SparkPeople

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:10:14 EST

Hi,
My name is Diane, I am new to Sparkpeople. I just returned from my friend Marilyn's house in Florida. While there, we ate our way through many high fat meals. This week I called her, and she called to tell me she had returned to SP, and had already lost 4 lbs. So I decided to join. I haven't dieted for a year because, one year ago today I was diagnosed with cancer. After one year of chemo and radiation, I am now Cancer-free. I am also excited to join SP to try to lose weight the sm...

New One

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:46:46 EST

Hi there,

This is my first post ever on any message board and happy to start with SP. I am usually just a lurker but thinking I need to be more committed and engaged since my weight loss battle is not been a positive endeavor lately. So thank you all for sharing and offering support.

CK

let me introduce myself

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:43:17 EST

I am a recently separated mother of 4, my children are grown and my marriage of 24 years didn't work out. I guess I wanted it more for the sake of having a family and being scared to be on my own, well that didn't work out well, so I decided to face my fear and close the chapter, I'm looking for a purpose, I am feeling a little more selfish about taking care of myself and meeting my needs, very excited to find this site

Dont even know where to begin!

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:24:08 EST

Hi, I am Cassie and Just moved back to the Des Moines area after bouncing back and forth between Ankeny and Cedar Falls (long story) I am back in Des Moines possibly permanently following the sudden loss of my Dad on May 20th. I am still reeling from the loss and trying to get my life together. Since my 20's I have been gaining weight with no end in sight. All throughout my childhood and teens I was very slender, right around 115-120. I was already up to 200 lbs when I was 22 and also became ...

need inspiration for meals

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:37:05 EST

Hi, new to Spark, been at my new way of eating for about a month now and feeling good, loosing some weight and even some inches
But finding new meals and making them tasty is becoming a challenge
Tired of eating the same ol same ol
Help if you have any suggestions
Thank you
Dee

To be healthy and fit

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:13:00 EST

Hi I'm Monise,

I've been on the site off and on before but just now got the guts to post something (haha). I decided to join the 10 minute daily challenge thought that would keep me motivated, being that I am one to constantly start off working out for a while and then stop for months hopefully just 10 min a day will keep me motivated.

Hi everyone, I'm so excited to be here

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:07:56 EST

I am a 66 year old Christian grammy who wants to talk to people who I can understand where I am and where I want to go. I spend most of my time and energy on my granddaughters, ages 6 and 8 who I homeschool and help raise. I love travel, books, my garden. I am Bipolar and have Rheumatoid Arthritiis which gives me pain every day both physically and emotionally. I ave isolated myself to adult relationships and really need a kindred spirit to talk to. I hope to increase my healthy eating ha...

Just started today

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:46:45 EST

Looking forward to exploring the site and getting used to logging everything.

1st time dieter

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:27:50 EST

Hi. This is the first time I've had to officially "diet." I've been fortunate to be tall and slender most of my life. I'm still tall (haha) but not so slender. I keep adding clothes to the bin of clothes that no longer fit me, and I miss a lot of them! Not fitting into my nice business clothes has been awful, and I am tired of continuing to buy a size up. So, my goal is fit into all those old clothes, which means losing about 25 lbs, which will take me from a 12 to a 6. I've only been doing ...

I made it!

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:03:45 EST

Hello all! I joined months ago but I am finally focused enough to start. I am 45 and the mother of a 5 and 6 year old. I am ready to take better care of me so I will be here for them. I am using workout DVD 's and now I am ready to eat better. I want to get off my blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes medicines. My numbers are down but I want to keep going!! This looks like a great tool and I am going to use it to the fullest.

Hello, I'm excited to be "sparking" again

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:15:18 EST

This is my 2nd time around here. Glad to be back, and I hope to stay around for good this time. Both times I joined not only to lose weight but to gain a healthier lifestyle. Depression kicked my ass a few years ago, and I got off track of a healthier way of life. The most important thing is I am back.

Spark has taught me awareness of self. I was reminded of this awareness yesterday upon rejoining. I remembered last time, the food tracker and how much I learned about the choices I...

Let's Start a Small SparkTeam Group

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:58:59 EST

I'm new here. My name is Liz. I don't know if support from online communities help, but I am interested to try. I'm hoping to start up a "SparkTeam" with just a group of maybe 10 other women so we can all encourage each other. I think the overall online community is a great idea...but I'd like to find a SMALL GROUP of the same ladies to just stick it out with and have some kind of more accountability.

I really don't plan on dieting hardcore...but making small changes here and t...

spark coach

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:27:58 EST

Hi, everyone. I joined SP on June 11. I need help to decide whether or not I need a coach. I'm diabetic, with high blood pressure and weigh 230 lbs. Need all the help and encouragement I can get. What do you think?

need good ideas for low cal snacks

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:00:57 EST

Hi All... I'm struggling with finding low cal snacks that are satisfying... veggies just aren't cutting it! lol Any ideas? I'm so HUNGRY! (yup... drinking lots of water) Thanks!

★♥A NEW KIND OF ME♥★

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:20:05 EST

◆◆◆ Hi, my name is *NETTA* and for the most part of my life I've been on the heavy side. Recently I've decided to do something about that :-) I started on the 37.5 and its been almost a month and the first week I lost 4lbs. Sure I was happy about that but the next week the lbs came back doing the same thing I did the first week. I will say I did get discouraged but I didn't stop I stayed FOCUSED and MORE DETERMINED. I replaced EVERYTHING in my kitchen with all healthy foods ...

★♥A NEW KIND OF ME♥★

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:57:40 EST

Newbie

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 06:15:55 EST

Looking forward to getting healthier.

Time to make a Change

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 03:56:46 EST

Hi I'm Lace, i have been unhappy with my weight for awhile, and i have even tried spark before but i have never reached out to other people during a diet/weight loss program before and i think that was the key element i was missing. I am hoping this time on spark people to find peope or friends to keep me motivated and encouraged...well here goes something... lol

New to Spark People

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 03:43:37 EST

Hello. I joined Sparkpeople to motivate me to losing weight. So far I have lost 11 pounds in the last 2 months and would like to continue on my weight loss journey through many avenues avialble to me. I figure more information is better. I also joined because I don't want to feel alone in losing the weight and looking for a support group too.

Thank you for reading.

Very big guy.

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:11:03 EST

Hi, I am 18 and 325 pounds. I am very desperate to lose weight and I I'm way too poor to afford a gym membership and the healthy foods. (Why do healthy foods cost so much?) I need tips on how to lose weight if I don't even have the time or money to buy anything. Tips anyone?

Handicapped Need Ideas to Lose Weight

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:16:03 EST

213 I am wheelchair bound. Things I tried are pool exercises. Cutting calories... but not lost an ounce! Any helpful idea would be appreciated.

My Name Is Kelly & I'm An Exercise Dodger. Til NOW

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:47:42 EST

Hi Everyone :) Fairly new member here. I have been dodging the exercise bullet for let's see....my entire 37 years but can do it no longer. I am too far overweight to deny that I need help. I am 5'3" and my starting weight was 214 lbs. I have been logging into SP and logging my food, fitness and weight for 2 weeks as of today. So far I have managed to exercise every single day and keep within my calories 95% of the time :( I have lost 5 lbs. so far. Need all the encouragement I can get! :)

Saying hello

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:26:18 EST

I am new to Sparkpeople....just joined yesterday and so far so good....I am hoping to connect on some of these boards....I need some friends along the journey. I would love to break my bad eating habits....I hear people mention the word hungry and it always hits me.....I am never hungry and I am never full....I just constantly crave....I blame it on the fact I am a former smoker but it has been 24 years for pete's sake!! I just replaced one habit with another...5 years ago my 53 year old si...

Day 4 on SP...

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 20:43:38 EST

Doing good... Feeling well. I love having somewhere I can go to to feel accountable for what I do each day. SP is great!

New to Spark - Done with dieting!

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 19:15:05 EST

A new approach for me, working on living a healthier lifestyle and hoping it will result in weight loss.

Hurting from acid reflux

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:23:02 EST

Losing weight will help my stomach. Eating the right food will help also.

I can do this

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:19:41 EST

I have to stay focus o getting healthier.

Heya

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:50:35 EST

Hello my name is Vanesa, I was browsing on weight loss websites and found this site I weigh 358 and 5'3". Looking for motivated people.. This journey will be rough but I am up for a challenge!!

My Goal by Christmas is 300!! Wish me luck! 334

Trying Again!

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:44:17 EST

Hi! I'm back to give this another shot. My consistency leaves much to be desired. That is my biggest challenge - being consistent in my "healthy" eating choices. But I have a new determination and am going to give it my best shot. Wish me luck because being a very picky eater, this is not easy.

Trying Again!

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:42:37 EST

Back! :)

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:47:30 EST

Hi everyone, I'm back. This time I'm here to stay. Wanted to say hello :)

Anyone else using the Shaklee 180 diet program? I can't seem to find a forum online for it, and their own website doesn't provide a forum.

Hope to make some new friends!

Fighting against triglycerides :D

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:39:46 EST

Hi There, I am a newbie. I got here looking out for the right diet to help my triglycerides go down. I'm 32 yo, happy mom of an energized toddler, and recently diagnosed with familiar hypertriglyceridemia, My triglycerides are around 350 when they should be below 150...oops, and when I started investigating about what I should and should not eat, I found out that practically all my cravings (I consider myself a sweet-tooth and a chocolate lover!!) are off-limits... so here I am, convinced tha...

Newbee

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:02:39 EST

Hello,my name is Monica I live in England
have just found this site(It's Amazing!!)
I'm so fed up of starting a healthy eating and EXERCISE plan then stopping after 2/3 weeks,hopefully by joining SparkPeople it will give me the the SPARK I need xx

Dumb perfectionist move

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 13:23:58 EST

I am crazy excited for the journey ahead of me! I am going to start with very small changes, build momentum and make real changes. When ever I slipped up in the past I quit! Dumb perfectionist move. This time I am going to be forgiving and allow myself to build better habits! It's really nice knowing that I have a community to help me! Thank you in advance hehe!

249

Here I go again......

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 12:56:09 EST

Hi everyone. I came to work today and tired of feeling the same old same old. I feel bloated from the night before, I drank too much wine and I know the sugar is just killing me today and I know I cant do this alone.
So today is June 11 and after my second cup of double double, I am ready to try it again. Try to be aware of what I eat and do. I know that only by waking up, will I achieve my true goals.
Why does it seem so hard?

Hi!

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 12:19:10 EST

I am fairly new to Sparkpeople. I am almost 40, happily married, and together we have 5 kids. Between work and home, we stay busy. I started last September working out - dvd's @ home, hiking, and walking/running. I love the way I feel afterwards but I have reached a point that I need motivation. This is the reason I joined....

newbie in ontario, canada

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:57:41 EST

Hi im from Hamilton,Ontario and just joined
So far im loving it, all the options this site offers and the best part is its free
would love to make some new friends here

Nwbie and hospitalized

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:14:34 EST

Hi all, My name is Marsha, I'm 53, in the hospital for C.O.P.D.
Need to lose 130 pounds, I know its posible over time, the C.O.P.D. puts some restrictions on my exercise.
Logged my first meal and discovered that my healthy hospital breakfast was almost 1000 calories! It was nutritionaly completre but still who would have thought! I've got a lot to learn about portions and counting calories.
Going home later today and back to work on 06/15, gives me some time to research. <...

WHAT a wake-up call..

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:05:36 EST

Good Morning All.....so my name is Christina and yesterday I signed up with SparkPeople. When creating my profile I entered my weight as 180...guessing, but BELIEVING that, when I weighted myself, it would be close, or possibly below that. The last time I weighted myself (which was on my birthday, September 30th) it ws 165. To my absolute shock I weighed in at 201.7! Just typying that I feel sick to my stomach. I TRULY believed my weight wasnt this high. I cant believe I'm back in the 2'...

Starting......Again

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:38:54 EST

Hello everyone! I have been trying to lose weight for a couple of years now and always seem to start a diet and never actually changing my habits. I am sick of being overweight, but mainly I need to do it to be able to be in the BMI range for a kidney donation. My mother suffered from kidney failure and I want to be able to do this for her. But I know I need support and this seems like a great community of people. And here I go...again and hopefully this time for good,

Newbie here

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:22:08 EST

Hello everyone. Today is my first day here, I have been trying to loose weight it seems like forever. Someone suggested I try this sight to see if it will help me. Thank you for having me, I'm excited to be here and am willing to take any and all advice you are able to give... And so my journey begins...

Hi all! New to Spark

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:01:51 EST

Hi everyone,

I just wanted to say hi and introduce myself. I'm 36 years old, from Long Island, NY and I joined Spark after trying MANY other diet plans out there (none of them working for me). I am here trying to lose 50 lbs to start (then an additional 10 or 15 hopefully to get to my ultimate goal). Its going to be a long road, but this seems like such a supportive place to embark on my journey. Please, anyone that would like to, please feel free to message me or send a friend ...

I will do this!

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 08:42:15 EST

I'm starting the rest of my life today and looking forward to it!

not really new, but Android app doen't do FaceBook

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 07:37:29 EST

I had not posted much anyway. I am most of the way to my goal. I jumped on the free app of the day at Amazon yesterday and had to start a new account since it won't do FaceBook logins. Anyway, 54 yo male getting back in shape. I have lost almost 50 since the beginning of the year and I am very aware that I still have a major adjustment to make when I hit goal.

Love Sparks

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 07:01:08 EST

Ever since i started Doing this on line with Sparks, im actually seeing results... I cried tears of joy this am, i lost 3more pounds....thank you sparks, for your support and help, i know i need you to keep doing good, you guys all motivated me!!!!

Hello there!

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 03:42:33 EST

Nice to meet you all, i'm pretty new to this, i've joined this site with the sole purpose of losing weight mostly for my health, the thing is i don't really know what to do to achieve that, so i hope i can get some guidance from you guys.

New to Spark

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 02:31:47 EST

Hi I am Cortney, I am super excited to get healthy. I have lost 84 pounds in the last few years. I have 58 pounds to go. I have hit a plateau at my current weight and am hoping to overcome it (quickly). More friends are always helpful : )

Day 1 on Spark. I'm very excited.

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 23:39:02 EST

Hi, today is my first day on Spark. I'm very excited to have all of these tools available.

Day 3 on SP

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 21:17:46 EST

Doing well. tracked all my food choices. Got 8 cups of H2O. May be up all night cuz of it. 40 Didn't get any exercise in. Rained all day. Tomorrow for sure. Love checking in here. Keeps me on track.

Cool blog!

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 20:51:54 EST

Hey Sparkpeeps! Check out this woman's blog, I think it's funny and she seems to make good points about life and also has some great tips for eating and exercise! Hope you enjoy as much as I have!
http://beckieb.wordpress.com/

Returning

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 19:39:53 EST

I've been off for way too long. So now I'm back to continue exercising. One of my good friends has been supporting me. She's been walking with me and now my husband has helped me by finding the bolts for my Pilates machine.

Hello!

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 19:32:31 EST

I've been on SparkPeople for a while, but I've never really been serious about using it. I'm here to get serious now. I've been working out at my 24 hour fitness for the last 3 weeks, and while I go every day and alternate cardio and strength training, I haven't seen any weight loss yet. I am building muscle, and I think I look different, so that's something.

I quit smoking on 3/26 and replaced the addiction with food, big time. I gained 15lbs, and that brought me up to my highest ...

Day one 30 day no alcohol challenge

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 19:03:23 EST

Hi fellow Sparks! Rejoining after many years. I am 52 years young ready to commit to a healthy lifestyle. For me it means at least giving up my wine for one month. I even did my first blog! Looking forward to navigating through this amazing site. Tons to learn but I'm ready,

Hi I am sort of old and sort of new to SparkPeople

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:51:51 EST

I sat next to someone on a plane and he told me all about Spark People. That was 3 years ago I signed up but did nothing but read articles every day. Now with lots to lose weight wise, I am trying to engage in all of the activities, logging my food, water and veggies.

So far 1 day down. So good it is better to interact with the site rather than passively read through. I need it! very much!

RECOVERY

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:27:07 EST

Hi everyone,
I have just found spark people on google and have joined as I hope o find support for my binge eating disorder and also in turn to help other people. Surely there must be a life outside of this prison?!
My binge eating has ben very bad recently and my weight gain has been significant-leading to depression,anxiety and then continued eating. I have become very recluse from all my friends, my world has become small and my mind is dominated by food thoughts.

Aft...

I'm new to SparkPeople

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:28:06 EST

Hello all -- I have been trying to loose 10 - 20 lbs for seems like forever. When I loose 5 I gain 7 back. I decided to try SparkPeople out after hearing about it in a nutrition class I took. Hope this helps, I'm willing to try anything.

Weight-Loss Journey

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:26:50 EST

Hey everyone, my name is Esther. I am new on SparkPeople, but I am ready to finally get serious and stay motivated on my weight-loss journey. I know I have quite a bit of weight to lose, and obstacles that I have struggled with over the past 5 years, but I really want to change and get back to the healthier me that I used to be, only even healthier yet :) I am really looking forward to getting started and getting to know everyone here! Good job to those who are already seeing success on their...

Kind of New

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 15:56:54 EST

I joined in May of 2013, been here a couple times before but never stuck with it. This time I am motivated and determined to stick to it for myself and for those around me.

My name Amanda but everyone calls me Mandy. I am a 23 years old. I am working a full time job at a safety training video production company called The MARCOM Group, Ltd as a production assistant. I am also part of their interactive cd-rom training, dvd and scorm creation group. I am married to the love of my li...

Princess Juliet

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:58:03 EST

I will never give up in achieving my goal no matter how long it takes. With God on my side, I will accomplish what I have set out to do!

New

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:54:36 EST

Hello. Newbie here. 20lb weight loss goal Starting a three day water fast today.

Hi

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:26:15 EST

Hello everyone,

Hi I am Maggie. I am new to the site and ready to lose weight.

Feeling Unhappy

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:19:40 EST

Hi, I'm 1 of the 5 people, and 65years old, I hurt all of the time and have over 150 lbs to lose. When I get depressed over my pain(in my back;felling on ice, and knees, (No cartiledge), I eat sweets,and its very difficult for me to get around to do the thing that I really love. I love to walk, I love to roller skate, I love to swim, I love to ride horses, which I have not done in over 20 years. I have lived with pain so long, So when I join family and friends I just sit while they have fun. ...

looking for female spark friends

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:11:07 EST

Hi my name is Katie. I am a single mom of a 11 year old daughter. I am 38 years old. I work at home for a paid survey company and attend bible college online part time through Ames Christian university. I began my weight loss journey 3 years ago I weighed 250 pounds and wore a size 26W. I am currently 179 pounds.

my goals are:
1. to stop binge/ under eating (I do both) currently taking a online class to address it. will blog each days journey

2.Tame my sweet tooth...

I'm Eil and I need to loose 100+ lbs.

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:10:54 EST

Hi I'm Eilzabeta, but call me Eil. I'm 100+ lbs. over weight, I'm 4 ' 11'' and 60 yrs young. I have trouble walking, my feet and hands are swollen all the time.lately I've starting to have back problem. Today I've decided NO More Excuses. I'm hoping the community will be a source of encouragement and support. So let start this trip together.

newbie here

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 13:24:07 EST

Hi, my name is Cheryl. I'm new to this sight, but they already have me pumped! I have quite a bit to lose, for my health and for a long life. I was declared disabled by 3 doctors within the past year due to medical issues. I am diabetic, I have a heart condition, and I have rheumatoid arthritis. I will need plenty of encouragement and advise throughout this journey, but I am determined. I don't want to have to deal with all the side effects of my diabetes and the only way to do that is ...

New and ready

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 13:12:59 EST

Hi all! Just joined this weekend and succeed in my Fast Track for one day so far. Woo hoo! Baby steps.

I usually don't like to do "team" stuff or ask for help, so this is a stretch outside of my comfort zone. I look forward to growing, and losing, at the same time!

Hope everyone has a great day. 249

Need to Loose

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:21:05 EST

I'm new to this site. I was tracking my progress on another site, until December when I fell off a curb at my child's school tearing everything in my ankle. It made me mad that I could have been silly enough to not pay attention to what I was doing and to get in such a rush. All I needed to do was stop take the two minutes and then proceed. My ankle hasn't been the same since. I did try to walk in an area close to where I live, but the hills were too much too soon. I had to start all over. Bu...

Hi!

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:10:11 EST

I'm Chelsee and new to this site.

Add me please

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:57:59 EST

Add me please...I need your support to get me motivated and back on track.

Any soon to be friends out there??

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:17:13 EST

Hi all,
My name is David and I started with Spark on 5/16/13. Here's a little about my journey so far. One day not to long ago, I stepped on the scale in my bathroom to see the number 280. I had noticed of late that my energy was getting low and my day to day activities where getting much harder. I started to notice that I was getting winded after climbing my houses 15 stairs and my left knee and lower back where starting to ache a lot. Now upon seeing that number I couldn't believe ...

New(ish) here from GA

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 09:15:04 EST

So, I started back with Spark People again. I've been here before and I left, but yet I returned. I lost 22lbs with MyFitnessPal, but now I have decided I needed a change of scenery. I'm here to lose the last 5-10lbs to my main goal.

I love this site, but I tend to start getting obsessed with the points. I don't want that to happen this time. I'm finally at a place in my life where I'm happy with myself again. I could definitely be happier, but I'm happy all the same. I still have ...

Ready to fight the weight for good.

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 07:03:57 EST

Hi i'm new here and my name is Jonathan.

Hi! I am new here!

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 06:43:13 EST

Hi! I am new to this website. I thought I would try this website out! I am very overweight and considered obese and I am trying to lose weight but, it is hard! I also have conditions that make it even harder to lose the weight! I can lose a little bit of weight here and there but, I can't ever seem to lose more than 15 pounds! Also when I lose a little bit of weight I tend to gain it back.
So I hoping to meet other people who kind of understand what I am going trough. I hope I can meet ...

First post!

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 04:27:11 EST

Well, I always thought I didn't need to watch my weight, I wasn't going to be made to count calories! I was a feminist and didn't need to care about how I look. But my aunt has been diagnosed with a congenital heart defect and now I realise that by being angry and pretending I didn't care it is possible that even a moderate weight gain could put my own health at risk. I was putting on weight year by year and I realised that had to stop. So in April I joined spark people and I have lost 7 kilo...

December 13

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:31:13 EST

Hello! I'm here because I'm on a mission to lose weight before I graduate college. You know how everyone says you gain your freshman 15. Well I gain my freshman 15, sophomore 20, and junior 30 lol. Well I'm ready to get all that college weight off of me before I start the next chapter of my life. So I'm always looking for different food to try. I would love the encouragement for people dealing with the same problem.

Thanks, Kiara

12 WEEK BODY-TRANSFORMATION

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:16:00 EST

Hey everybody...! My name is BJ I started my body-transformation on May 30....I'm 11 days in, this is my first time doing something like this, i'm just fed up with living an unhealthy lifestyle.I'm 32 years old, I currently weight 220 I'm 5'8 my goal is to lose 30 pounds in 12 weeks, so all i know protein shakes and determination.

Here to make a difference for myself!

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 23:44:00 EST

Hi there! this is my very first post ever. I'm so excited about finally dropping my extra weight. The weight just crept up on me but i'm going to make a change for the better. Good luck to everybody!

Newbie and need to lose 20 kgs in hurry

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 22:16:47 EST

Hai Guys,

I'm Mega, 20 years old. I'm chinese girl. Nice to meet you all. Please give me advise how to lose 20 kgs in hurry. I'm totally stressed out . :(

New and ready for support

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 22:10:29 EST

I am new to sparkpeople and ready to meet people and have a support team while loosing weight and eating healthy! I have always been one to yoyo with my weight, and I am ready to make a lifestyle change!

Hi.New and in need of support

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 22:06:26 EST

Hello All

I'm new to spark people but not to weight issues. This has been an unsuccessful journey my entire life. I just turned 48 on Friday, married, one child. I'm starting to have too many weight related problems and I'm ready for a positive change. Hope this will be time to finally be successful.

New To Spark

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 20:34:35 EST

New to Spark!!
Single mommy, about to turn 30 in aug and decided that I want to enter my 30's as healthy and happy as possible...I have a 6 year old son and live in the Denver area. I've always wanted to get involved with running some of the 5k races that they seem to always have, but never felt "in shape" enough, a goal of mine is to run the Race for the Cure this fall!!

Chelsea

New to Spark People

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 20:20:27 EST

I've been hearing a lot of good things about this site, and I found some of your videos on YouTube, so I decided to join. My name is Kasima, and I'm on a quest to lose 30 pounds. I hope I can find some help and encouragement here.

coolmom83

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 20:15:41 EST

Greetings from Coolmom83! I am most excited about joining sparkpeople and continuing my lifelong journey toward better health, improved fitness, and excellent quality of life. I love interacting with people, spending time with my family and friends, and also want to be able to do things that I used to take for granted, such as running 5 to 8 miles a day. I have been struggling with my weight for a while and now know that hypothyroidism is the root of all evil! (While I may joke about this ...

New too

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 19:44:21 EST

Hi, I'm glad to read about all the newbies. I'm hoping to find support here at SP, I have struggled with eating and body issues for about 6 long years and despite a million tries, I still am kinda stuck. I am happy for SP.Thanks for listening. Onward!

This must be the moment

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 18:43:26 EST

Hello to everyone. I gave Sparks a try a few years back and lost 30 or 40 pounds back then. Now I've gained that and then some back. I'm at my heaviest - 281 lbs, 5'6', 50 years old. I'm frustrated and want to kick myself for getting myself into this aweful mess. I'm going through this magnificent transition stage where its a love hate thing. I love that I am 50 years old, doing what I want to in life, even loving my body at this weight. BUT... I also know that this overweight body is killi...

Let's try this diet thing again.. shall we?

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 18:33:24 EST

Hello all!

My name is Whitney! I am starting what I hope to be my LAST Diet, and a new life change.

I am 26, and a little overwegight. About 20-25 pounds. I know with discipline and hard work I can get it off.

Here's the deal- I love food. I eat compulsively. I hate exercise. I get into this for about 2 week, and then find myself at mightnight eating an entire thing of oreos/ice cream and I am done for. My eating habits continue to be horrible until I see the...

Way out of my comfort zone AGAIN

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 17:50:17 EST

Hello, everyone. I have lots of excuses for overeating: stress (always,) frustration (often,) feeling of helplessness (yes). None of these are reasonable. I know that, but it's me comforting me. I am a mother of 11, a grandmother of 18. I am single and living (not well) with my daughter, her boyfriend, and her daughter (2) and our mutual son (6), whom she and I adopted jointly when his mother (my daughter) was killed five years ago. Last fall I enrolled in college online...a very challenging ...

Hi I'm mike

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 17:07:12 EST

I am Mike. I weighed as much as 195 and I dropped my weight to 155 lbs. I have been as low as 141 lbs. I hope to be able to help motivate others which is a bit of an oxymoron. People can only help themselves but you can help them to keep going once they have gotten started. I hope to learn better how to motivate and also learn from others.

I know how positive comments help keep me going.

I am a runner with the goal to complete a marathon in Jan 2014. I am a bicycle...

Need to get back to me

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 16:53:26 EST

Hello. I'm trying this site out to help me get back to being me. I had my thyroid out July 1st, 2011. I've gained fifty pounds, an onto another doctor, had heart palpitations, have been on various meds. I am getting some energy back, so I can actually do something about this weight gain. I just want to be a good mom, and get back into the clothes I was wearing pre thyroidectomy.

I am here!

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 14:05:10 EST

Hello!

My name is Joy and I am overweight. I need to lose about 75 pounds. I have tried different things but keep failing because I am lazy. I feel like I am stuck in a vicious circle and I need to get un-stuck. I am here (again) and I need to reach my goal this time.

I know it is going to take some time, but I am ready. I promise myself that I will do this and succeed.

I can't wait to make new friends on SparkPeople.com and hopefully I will be able to mo...

Back after many years!

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 13:56:51 EST

Last time I was here my youngest was 9 months, she just turned 7!

I'm back and seeking advice and motivation to lose 28 pounds!

I am a self proclaimed lazy bum! I hate to exercise and sweat! I love chocolate, carbs and all the other bad things I'm not suppose to eat!!

Looking for others like me out there that can share their tips!

My Intro..........

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 13:36:42 EST

My name is Sue, and I have been here at SP for a while now and am finally getting around to introduce myself. I am in My 40's, at home with my hubby, no kids at home but grandkids visit. I have COPD and asthma 39 I weigh 180 lbs approx. which is a lot on my knees and lungs and have lived a sedentary life for about a yr. now so a lot of the weight is due to sitting around and eating junk food. I used to be a smoker, but am happy to say NOT ANYMORE 104 it's been ove...

Starting and hoping never to be looking back

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 12:40:52 EST

A lot of stress in my life right now and my big thing is to eat when stressed ,and we all know that's not good.
I want to lose 49 pounds...eeek. I know I can do it.
I need to pull out my elliptical and get on it..my task fro the day.
thinking if i change my goals to small ones it might be more achievable. Like say 5 pounds each mini goal...then that's only 10 mini goal to my main goal.
I'm hoping this is going to be my year.
Stress is family stuff, empty next syndrom...

Just got vsg and I am soo nervous

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 12:04:32 EST

Hi I am Ann and this is my first time being on anything like this. I have finally gotten to the point I really needed help at almost 250 lbs I got a vsg (vertical sleeve gastrectomy) I have lost a total of 18 lbs. and I am only 6 days post op and nervous as all heck. I am so afraid my food addictions and habits are going to over power me. I come from a large italian family and food is our thing. I have made it six days no food tomorrow I start on yogurt and applesauce. I am in it for the long...

I'm usually a lurker but...

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 08:23:38 EST

Hi everyone, I originally joined Sparkpeople a long time ago when I was doing Weight Watchers. I was successful with W.W. and lost 88lbs, but never really got involved here much. This time I want to be more proactive in participating in the Sparkpeople community to achieve my new goal of making new friends and hopefully finding a local exercise partner to join me in walking or any other exercise endeavor.

I have already learned so much, like who ever knew there was a treadmill ...

New and needing support

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 06:51:28 EST

Hello,I'm new here and decided last night that this old me needs to go.I'm ready to begin starting today.

Hi

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 06:38:23 EST

Happy Sunday everyone! I'm a wife and mother working on becoming a healthier version of me. I have a tendency towards all or nothing thinking and then stopping altogether. So I'm really trying to set small goals and think lifetime health not just short term diet.

Here I go again

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 06:13:00 EST

Hi everyone,

I'm not exactly new to all this but I've just set up a new page :) The last time I was on here (approx. 2 years ago), I weighed less, wasn't married, and wasn't determined to lose weight! Now I'm a married woman with more weight to lose and the determination to go with it!!! 30

I'm from Perth in Western Australia and would love to meet anyone living in the same area for walks and motivation 381

I'm starting with the 5k wa...

Hi I'm new

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 03:34:36 EST

Hello everyone,

Just thought I'd drop by and introduce myself - I'm new and need to lose about 67lbs. I'm not new to weight loss as I've done a few plans that are on the market.. I want this time to be my last time and would love the support!

Stuck, frustrated, losing hope

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 02:56:37 EST

I wasn't a fat kid. In fact I'm a former college athlete. I'm now 36, 6'3" and have ballooned to 400 lbs. I'm not even sure how I let it get to this. It's not like I'm afraid to work hard. I've earned 2 college degrees in the past 5 years. I like the person I am inside but I hate the way I look. I don't want to be someone who gets weight loss surgery. I wish I could just find a way to get started and stick to a program.

Hi - I'm Yolanda

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 02:29:40 EST

Hi Everybody

I am Yolanda from South Africa, I'm very excited to be here and start losing weight and start living more healthier.

I'm a mother of a 3year old boy and want to start preparing for a new baby :), so need to live healthy :)

diet

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 00:26:07 EST

I would like any feedback on ur success in keeping the weight off and keep losing it.Thanks.

Howdy!!

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 00:23:14 EST

My name is Karee, I was on here a few years ago as Ayestel (can't remember my old email or password! D'oh!) and got down to only 15lbs left but was lookin hot, I felt great and was muscular...then I had my 2nd child and got lazy, and now I'm trying to get my pre-second baby body back. So far so good, I think, I've been doing Tae Bo for the past week, and using the calorie counter thing, I've found it's easier to eat healthy than I thought...Apparently I'm under my calories but I've been st...

Hello! My name is Damon.

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 00:13:41 EST

239 Hello. My name is Damon. My cat's name is Papa. So far, he is the only one in my support group. Yeah, my family tries to be supportive. But, after all, they are family. This is my first post. I just found out last week I have type 2 diabetes. I am looking into gastric bypass surgery. I am disabled, so it is hard to get out. Everything just seems so overwhelming. Anyways, I am trying to see if message boards can help support my weight loss. Have a great day!

Hello All!

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 00:08:30 EST

Hey, I'm now a member of sparkpeople! I really need the help to stay motivated and ready to go on this journey. I need to lose about 35 pounds and really increase my stamina. I eat socially and often excessively when around others. Unfortunately, eating totally alone is not an option. If the food is on my plate (sometimes on my kids plates) I will eat it.

I am working towards my Master's degree in Education. I should finish this fall. It has been a total trip to do this! I'...

1st timer

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 22:23:35 EST

Hi! This is my 1st time using SP. Weighed myself this am & found I was at my highest weight ever. :( At 57 yrs old, this is now or never for me. Looking forward to making friends & getting lots of support in the process.

Starting Over

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 19:38:53 EST

I am starting over. I have tried weight watchers and I hope this will be better

Eat for Health by Dr Joel Fuhrman

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 17:52:00 EST

Hi I'm new to Spark People and I'm really interested in the information I've been researching and so far the info I've seen Dr Joel Fuhrman's eating plan is grabbing my attention. Is any one on this plan or starting this plan soon?

Good Afternoon Everyone!

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 17:25:32 EST

I am new to the Community, but I've been a Sparkster for over 2 years. I've back-tracked, but now I am motivated and determined to stay on track!

I get motivated by reading all of your posts, etc. I look forward to losing this weight!

Have a blessed day!

Mary Alice 252

Hi!

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 15:34:01 EST

Hi I a, new to spark people. I was doing weight watchers for years on and off but hated calculating points. I also really need motivation and I hope by communicating with other people who are also trying to lose weight I will be more successful. I look forward to meeting everyone!

My decision to live well

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 14:24:21 EST

Hi all,

I am a little hesitant but glad to have landed here. I had pretty much lost hope in ever losing weight and getting healthy. After reading some of the success stories I thought maybe there is a chance for me. I have many health challenges some self inflicted because of how I have taken care of myself and others just because. I hope that eventually I might be an encouragement to others.
Shari

New to this may need help

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 12:43:41 EST

Hello, I am new to this. I would like to loose 20 lbs. Its gotten to the point that I can't do things like I use to. I am still very active when the weather is nice. But some times with job I can't really exercise. I just need the motivation. I sometimes have the thought of exercising then when I get home I just don't have the energy. And my eating habits have gotten worse also. Just need a little help. I don't have the money or the effort to join a gym. I am very self conscience I think that...

Want to lose weight on summer break

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 12:28:39 EST

I teach school and am a stress eater, so go figure. I want to de-stress and delete some pounds before school starts again in the fall.

Cincinnati, Ohio

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 07:29:08 EST

Hi All, Looking for people in the greater Cincinnati area, and looking for things to do in the area as well. Healthy, fun things that is. I want to get out and stay active meet new people and make new friends.

Started last week

Sat, 8 Jun 2013 06:24:19 EST

Hi ther.. i am so happy i found this site!! i am actually sticking to dieting and exercising, and i met my goal this week, i lost 2 pounds!!!! WHOO HOO

Just joined today!

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 23:52:32 EST

I am new here and I am glad to be here. I started my diet 9 days ago. I have along way to go and need support.

Inspired by all the Positivity

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 23:39:41 EST

Hello everyone, it's nice to have sites like this where Positive people can come together and share our personal struggles with weight. I'm from VA borderline NC in hopes of meeting some new awesome people on the same journey as myself. We can help Motivate and Encourage each other to stay on track. I enjoy walking, jumping rope, hula hooping, dancing, squats, lifting weights pretty much anything Fun that keeps me active. Good Luck everyone, and remember Don't Give Up! You Can Do It! ~Love~Li...

New to Sparkpeople

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 22:45:15 EST

Hello I am Elizabeth a mother of two my son passed away last moth at age 19, he lost his battle with cystic fibrosis, are goal together was for him to to receive a double lung transplant and for me to lose weight, he wanted to try his new lungs by racing around the world on amazing race. So now i am alone without him and gaining weight i know he would want me to continue living life, but as the days go by it gets harder and i become a emotional eater so i need lots of support, i still have my...

Re-introduction, with injuries :[

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 21:39:27 EST

Hello all you Spark folks,

I enrolled in this program a while ago but found the site a bit complex for me. Now, I need to get involved and serious about my diet and health!

Recently I injured my knee due to chronic weakness (with weight on top of it). Then, bad luck at work: a fall and a sprained/contused arm. I fell on grease left on the floor in a client's kitchen. Sooo....

I am out of work and I begin PT next week. I have all the time in the world to...

Just joined a few days ago.

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 19:59:42 EST

I'm a 32 year old stay at home mom of a one-year-old girl. I'd like to lose about 45-50 pounds. I've been gaining weight and occasionally trying to lose weight, falling off the wagon and gaining more, pretty much since 2005. I've never tried anything like this, so hopefully it will be the ticket! Don't really know what else to say...

I'm back!

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 19:44:11 EST

My name is Janene and I'm 65 years old. I started this a few years ago. Back then I weighed about 214 lbs. My sweet husband developed cancer and fought bravely for a little over 2 years. He endured 4 surgeries and 9 months of MRSA only to lose his battle this past January. Somehow I lost 30lbs during that time so I'm down to 185.5 lbs. Don't really know how unless it was stress but here I am again. Only this time I plan to make myself better. I promised him I would take care of mysel...

also trying again

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 18:41:57 EST

Hi, I too am trying again , not new to sparkpeople but have found it difficult to stick with the program,But this is my first time in a chat. I have lost both my parents at young ages and i would like to live to be 80. At my
current weight and health I don't have a chance unless I do something about it now! I just finished reading the Spark, and Know i can do this! My brother too has weight issues and has started a weight lifting program, he is doing so well it has sparked me to chang...

Trying Again

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 17:33:58 EST

Hello all,

Well, I'm not new to SparkPeople but I am trying again. I am fatter than I've been in a long time. I've had a difficult few years first with losing my job, health problems and family tragedies, among other things. Food is something that I've turned to for much of my life to deal with all of my emotions (boredom, sadness, anger, loneliness to name a few). I have had an especially bad week this week, eating out at fast food restaurants every day this week just because....

Hello Everyone!!!!!!!!!

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 17:24:44 EST

Hi there gals and guys! Just to let you know I am new here and have already learned a whole lot from some of the trackers. I have already lost 90lbs with no help but myself and willpower over the last 5 years. I now have hit the place in my weight where it wont move! Any suggestions for me as to how to help it go down just a few more pounds? I am enjoying this site very much too!! Thanks everyone!

Zumba at 69 years old

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 16:46:19 EST

I have been teaching Zumba Gold for almost 2 years & have seen a big difference in some people in the class, body mass or attitude. We have so much fun doing it & sweat like crazy & feel really good at the end. Zumba has changed many people's lives I think it is the best thing that has happened to the fitness world ever! If you are looking to have fun & keep fit Zumba is worth a look at.

New here...

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 16:34:40 EST

Hi everyone!
I am new here and like everyone else just looking for some helpful tips and motivation to help me shed some pounds. I am a mother of a 15 month old and while I and back to my pre-baby size, my pre-baby size is not where I should be. This seems like a really nice site to help me on my journey and give me the motivation I need to get fit! I just started doing the Slim in 6 video and love it. I am, however, finding it hard to find a good time to get my workouts done. Havin...

What Am I doing To Myself?...I Know Better!

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 16:01:40 EST

I'm new to sparkpeople! I had been on another program and lost 103lbs. 3+ yrs. ago and gained it almost all back. I'm tired of yo yo dieting and want to get serious about my own wellbeing and body and get healthy. A healthier lifestyle is important to me, I get side-lined at times, but I am determined not to give up! I need to lose over 100+ lbs. and know that I must take one day at a time, I just want to stay motivated, use my gym membership, keep track of my glucose level (type2 diabetes) a...

Here I go again...

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 15:59:36 EST

Hello everyone! I am new to SparksPeople. I created my account in April but haven't started looking at or utilizing the site until now. I've been on an emotional roller coaster for a couple months. Hit at a plateau but haven't gained. I started my weight loss journey about a year ago and have lost 37 lbs. FINALLY out of the 200's! Whohoo! I currently weigh 195 and have a goal of 135 - 145. A long way to go but know I can do it. Just got to get a back on track. I am excited to be he...

newbie

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 15:23:22 EST

hi, i just was diagnosed diabetic t2 2 wks ago and today been told i have hemachromatoesis (iron overload). sooo not gr8 day! positive side is i have lost 9lb an BS down to normal. . . :) now i need to find recipes hints and tips for low iron and things that block or slow absorbtion down until my referal to hematoligst comes thru and some positive feedback from other sufferes cos this has been info overload 24 and all i no so far aint been good x

Hi newbie here

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 14:09:30 EST

Hi everyone,
I have been doing well on my eating and exercise plan but knew I needed to add the social aspect to get through those tough days. I started at 358# may 17 and am now at 345#. I exercise 6 days a week. The social aspect seems to be the hardest part for me. I am looking for a weightloss buddy or a group where I can talk and listen to others. I am sort of a hermit at home and really only talk to family so this is new for me.
Thanks,
Arlene