Posts: 45
5/17/13 8:56 P

Hi I'm Daphne from Virginia and I need some weekly challenges to get me in the habit of making better choices in food and exercise. I need a goal to shoot for and encouragement.

SparkPoints: (480)
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5/17/13 7:08 A

Hi I am a newbie, I have a lot of weight to lose and am struggling to get started so I am hoping having some mini challenges might be what I need to give myself the push that is needed :)

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5/9/13 11:46 A

I like the idea of mini goals for when the tough long term goal becomes daunting. Good luck to everyone!

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Posts: 2,047
5/7/13 2:07 P

Hi, I am new. I have been a Spark member for some time and did really well, when I reached my goal, however, maintenance was a problem. I started to gain the weight back so I am back to tracking every day. This team looked interesting, I need short, effective goals.

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Fitness Minutes: (14,598)
Posts: 139
4/29/13 1:01 P

I have reset my goals on SP about 8 times since the beginning of the years. I am hoping that today is the last time.

SparkPoints: (6,837)
Fitness Minutes: (2,717)
Posts: 24
4/23/13 9:49 P

I am determined to reduce my fat intake and lose this weight. By not reading labels before eating, I way exceeded my fat gram goal today. Instead of continuing to over do it or punish myself by not eating anything, I am choosing to surround myself with like minded people striving for the same things. Thanks for being here team! WOOHOO!!!

Posts: 239
4/23/13 2:29 P

Hi everyone. It looks like I have something in common with several other newbies. I am returning to Spark People after an absence, and with a weight gain. I have to get out of this funk, and get this weight off.

Missy

current weight: 283.0

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4/21/13 2:28 A

looking for motivation and tips and ideas to keep me heading towards my goal! Good luck to all!

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4/17/13 5:25 P

Hi I am Mary, 66 years young and this looks like a good group for me. I want to lose between 50-60 pounds and was motivated by my Dr when I saw her Monday. I am beginning to have some health problems because of my extra weight and we discussed a plan for me. I had heard about Sparks so I decided to give it a try. My first goal is to lose 15 pounds by my next appointment on July 15. I have already started walking every day now to just control my eating !!

SparkPoints: (11,242)
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Posts: 13
4/17/13 3:28 P

Hi, I just joined to get some extra motivation. I was overweight before my second pregnancy and gained 5k after delivery. Not bad, but in the next 2-3 years I gained another 15! Mostly because of depression (baby, moved to a new country, no friends or family, etc).
Now, finally I feel good and since June 2012 I've lost those 15 kilos but I'm stuck. Don't seem to find motivation to keep going.
Mini challenge for me? A week with no snacks at night.

SparkPoints: (18,402)
Fitness Minutes: (17,057)
Posts: 1,146
4/12/13 5:11 P

May I rejoin this team, please? I was on it and left but I need something, some folks to kick me back into gear.

current weight: 142.3

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Posts: 4,124
4/10/13 5:07 P

my name is Darlene I just joined, I lost my son last year in a car accident, I stop taking take of myself, didn't take my diabetic med,ate what ever I didn't want to be here any more, sal was my youngest and my heart. I have 4 other kids who are grown, but I need to be around for them, I am 53.

current weight: 220.0

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SparkPoints: (15,963)
Fitness Minutes: (18,336)
Posts: 33
4/9/13 6:32 P

Hey everyone--
I'm also returning to Spark after an absence and a weight gain-- I started several years ago at nearly 150 and, with the help of SP, managed to lose 20 pounds. Then I left for a 3 month stay in Paris and came home three pounds heavier-- not bad, but it spiraled into now nearly six pounds.

I'm here to stop it before it gets out of control-- back on the wagon, back in the groove, and back to Spark!
-- BR

Posts: 50
4/5/13 1:20 P

Hello everyone! I have been on and off Sparkpeople for the better part of 4 years now. I used the site and support to lose about 25 pounds before my wedding, only to spend the next 3 years on the yoyo/binge cycle ending up a good 50 pounds heavier then when I started. A big part of my problem is not keeping motivation and letting my binges ruin any good work I have done. I am now really starting to work on my binge eating and think that this team can help keep me in the mindset of not giving up.

Posts: 107
4/1/13 6:27 P

I have returned to SP after a couple of years absence. Being a, part of the SP family helped me be successful in obtaining my weight loss goals the first time. I kept the, weight off until recently when i became suddenly ill and homebound. Needless to say with such limitations it was not hard to gain weight........fast!! I found the support and motivation of the SP family a blessing to me. Since returning 1 1/2 weeks ago I have lost 2lbs.
With Good nothing is impossible!

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4/1/13 12:10 P

Hello! My name is Vee and I I'm looking to change my life for the healthier. I have been a member of SP on and off for sometime and decided to stop procrastinating and start motivating myself towards a healthier life-style. I want to thank you
for having me and look forward to this new endeavor.

Posts: 1,272
4/1/13 10:55 A

Hello! My name is Lori Anne, I've been on Sparks since 2008. My highest weight, wow 244lbs, my lowest 168lbs. I've been back and forth so many times and I'm tired just tired. At this time 206.8 is where I am and I want to lose down to 150.
I am 42, mother of 2 sons (one just got married) and a wife of a wonderful husband (all but giving support on weight loss).
I work full time - office job, teach Sunday School, Preteen Director, and then I have time for myself. As you can tell by the last comment, I've been on a pity party for the last week and want to get out of it. I believe Mini Challenges is exactly what the doctor ordered.

Thanks for the invite.

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3/31/13 9:48 P

Hello! Have been on SP for a few years now, but keeping falling off track. At my highest, I lost 35lbs, but have consistently kept off 25. I'd like to get rid of 50 more!! :) I saw this group & thought that the mini challenge was just the thing to keep me on track! I hope, at least!

Edited by: STINASTEW at: 3/31/2013 (21:49)

current weight: 220.2

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3/30/13 11:59 P

Hi, I'm Sharon, been on Sparkpeople for a couple years and lost 35 pounds but have 25 more. I keep having a hard time holding on to good habits I start, especially cutting down on sugar. I'm looking forward to being on this team!

SparkPoints: (839)
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3/30/13 1:40 P

Hello everyone
I'm 33 years old... married...and have two awesome children (12 & 13).
I joined Sparkpeople a year or so ago... but did not use the tools available to me.
Three years ago I weighed 150lbs and am now a fluctuating 187 (+/- 5lbs).
My lowest weight was 130lbs (prekids) and my top weight was 265lbs (if anyone understands... that this is how I feel and see myself at 187lbs).
I have been self defeating in my weight loss goals.
It is easy for me to loose sight of my end goal and give up when I have a weight loss set back...or don't see "immediate" results... so I am hoping this Starting Over Challenge is the place for me.
I am done sulking in my heavy untoned body.

SparkPoints: (6,579)
Fitness Minutes: (3,320)
Posts: 65
3/25/13 1:12 P

HI! I'm back and I can't even count how many times I've been here. When I follow it, it works and I'm on fire. When I don't I destroy myself, lol. So annoyed. I know what to do, how to do but until I am struck by weigh loss lighting I still screw up! I HAVE TO DO IT ALREADY!

I am in it for the long haul!

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3/21/13 9:57 A

Hey Ewan here. A 24 year old manager who is struggling with his own self discipline. I seriously rack disciprine. Probably the only obstacle in between my goal and me. I have startes to realize reading on real success stories from non-magazine people really does motivate me a lot and poofhere I am on SP. Hope to learn many things from all of you. Cheers!

*i'm wondering if there is an active chat group where we ask and update ourselves aside from this group? that woull be nice ^_^

SparkPoints: (4,479)
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Posts: 275
3/20/13 7:03 A

Hello, I am Kiki, I joined sparkpeople 2 months ago, but I had not itme to take care of myself until now.
I am very glad to find this team, I think it could be a great help for me, as I tend to get easily dissappointed when I don't meet my personal standards, or when situations get out of my hand. And as i result I let my dissappointment sabbotage the rest of my day some more...stupid me!
Nice to meet everyone, I am looking forward to get to know you!
Have a great day!

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3/18/13 8:37 P

I joined SP years ago, fell off the wagon several times. As I was thinking of starting up again, I got a phone call from my doctor. You're Diabetic, which pharmacy do you want us to send your prescription to.

So, all my "want to someday" plans are now a "need to now" plans. I've had to change the order of some of my goals but I'm hoping that having a week check-in will help keep me on track

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3/18/13 12:33 P

Hello! Glad I found this challenge, looks like just what I need! Looking forward to the challenges!

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Posts: 223
3/13/13 11:00 P

Hi, I recently rejoined SP. new to this group though. I lost almost 50 lbs the first time around. I am looking for challenges and ways to stay accountable. This looks like a fun team. Wish me luck.

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3/12/13 11:56 P

Hi, I'm Karen and I've been with SP since August 2011. Before SP and with SP, I've lost 67# and have been struggling since the holidays and have gained about 10# back and I'm scared! I lost the weight because of serious health problems and my dear sister had passed away some time earlier because of some of the same problems. I'm desperate to get in touch with the desperate feelings I had when I started to lose the weight. Hopefully a smart, quick challenge can get me going again in the right direction!!!

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3/12/13 8:55 A

Hi, My name is Roni. I have been on Sparkpeople.com for quite a while. I always fall off the wagon and it sometimes takes me a while to get back on track. I am here and ready to go. I really need to stay motivated and on track so I decided to try these mini challenges.
So here we go!

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3/11/13 1:35 A

Hi. I'm Sharon. I'm not new to Sparks but new to this group. Last summer I managed to drop 22 lbs, but I lost focus and stopped losing. To my great relief I managed to make it thru the holidays without any gain. I'm ready to take charge of my weight loss again and I'm hoping the accountability will help keep me on the path to my healthy weight.

Posts: 259
3/6/13 1:38 P

Hi there, I'm Kim. I have been on spark off and on for a couple of years now, and while I have had some success (lost 20 pounds last summer) my motivation has been floundering and I am not as focused as I would like to be. I am hoping that joining this team will help me get refocused on a healthier me.

current weight: 239.0

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SparkPoints: (5,690)
Fitness Minutes: (2,259)
Posts: 14
3/2/13 10:19 P

Hi, I have been on spark people a few months, but haven's been very dedicated. Frustrated at not losing weight, even though I have been on track with exercise and better with food, but still let one bad choice snowball into many. Hoping this challenges helps me to correct this bad habit!

current weight: 254.2

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Posts: 2
2/23/13 2:10 P

Hi! I have been trying to lose weight with SP for several years and have managed to GAIN 15 lbs. So it's time to get serious and get working!

current weight: 187.0

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SparkPoints: (1,804)
Fitness Minutes: (350)
Posts: 127
2/23/13 2:08 P

Hi!
I could use a challenge that can re-start when I lose motivation! I am working towards 135, back to my pre baby weight. Hoping I can get there by summer.

SparkPoints: (3,138)
Fitness Minutes: (2,986)
Posts: 197
2/10/13 2:29 P

Hey My name is Shay.

I am new to the team but not spark people. I've realized that I could use some challenges in my weight loss journey and hopefully my way to a healthier life style. My goal is to get to 180 lbs so my husband and I can start trying to make a family. So far my favorite ways to work out is running and your fitness evolved on the Kinect. My goal with my running is to successfully run a 5k in 30 mins. And to be able to compete in obstacle 5ks.

But yea, that's me.

SparkPoints: (12,756)
Fitness Minutes: (2,747)
Posts: 1,042
2/10/13 12:35 A

hi i am a 54 yo retired nurse. I am married and have 2 daughters and 2 grandsons aged 1 and 3 they are precious.I hope to make new friends on this team.

current weight: 226.0

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SparkPoints: (2,192)
Fitness Minutes: (401)
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2/5/13 10:06 A

Hi! My name is Ashley! I'm a 22 year old pharmacy student. I've gained a good bit of weight since starting pharmacy school, and I'm determined to lose it. However, with studying and working all the time I get off track a lot. I thought that mini challenges would be the best for me since I can't plan things long-term very well because I don't know what my schedule is like 2 weeks from now much less 2 months from now! Looking forward to participating!

SparkPoints: (10,339)
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Posts: 256
2/5/13 12:05 A

hi i am callie and just joined

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2/1/13 7:41 P

Remember it isn't always the pounds we loose but the inches.

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1/31/13 9:57 P

Hello, i an also new to the team. I have tried SP for a few weeks and i love it, but i just realized that my long term challenge is not working. I have been working out for about three weeks and nothing happened. I found this team and i think is perfect for me. I hope i can see results soon so i dont lose my motivation.

SparkPoints: (4,202)
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Posts: 92
1/29/13 4:00 P

I am new to the Team, but not SparkPeople. I am also trying again (again) and this time I am trying new things! I noticed that a lot of the SparkTeams that I am part of are not very active, despite the number of members. This one seems to have pretty regular weekly updates and new ideas to try, which is good for me as part of the "new things" that I'm trying this time around!

SparkPoints: (2,855)
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Posts: 19
1/28/13 9:38 P

Hello my name is Coleen I am starting over after 2 years of on again off again attitude. I am a mom of 10 and grandma of 16 these are my reasons for starting over again. I want to be able to play with my grandbabies and enjoy life. I need a lot of support because my husband doesn't understand he has never been over weight and has trouble maintaining a healthy weight always under weight. I think challenges will keep me going.

Posts: 11
1/27/13 7:00 P

Hi everyone...I'm starting over again (and again). I always start out great but then fall off. I'm hoping and praying that this will be the final time and that I can really do it this time. I think that what I need is motivation and support and I really think that this team will help me. Looking forward to reaching my goals with all of you.

SparkPoints: (1,088)
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Posts: 34
1/22/13 8:57 A

Hi all, I am really excited about joining this team. I particularly love the Self Esteem aspect of it, as I tend to be really harsh on myself. Looking forward to meeting my weekly goals with you!

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1/20/13 2:05 P

Hi I just joined the group to hopefully get more motivation so far I have list about 90 pounds and have 35 more to go......I've been overweight all my life and thus is the first time ive ever been able to accomplish weight loss.....I am looking forward to the mini challenges!

Posts: 291
1/20/13 1:55 P

Hi! I joined up to hopefully get motivated!

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1/18/13 9:00 P

Hello all, before I fell off the Spark face of the earth, I belonged to this team and I gotta say, I missed belonging to something as fun, prepared in short portions to keep me on target. Like many others around Spark, I had great success and then dwindled away and ended up being successful on my own by putting on "fluff" and attracting a lovely high number at my last cholesterol reading. So I have been tracking my food like a good girl, making healthy food choices and feel ready for weekly direction and guidance to take it to the next step.

Oh, and I have college age twin girls, who are out there somewhere, two doggies and a cockatiel and a wonderful hubby :)

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1/17/13 1:20 P

Hi, I joined the group to help get me motivated. Hoping the mini-challenges will help move me to losing weight & getting healthier.

SparkPoints: (12,869)
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Posts: 352
1/14/13 9:21 A

My goal is to lose 33# by my 33rd birthday in August! I am a goal-oriented person and I love weekly challenges!

Posts: 41
1/13/13 7:53 P

Hi, I've come back to Sparkpeople to lose weight because I love all the tools,education and support that you get from the members. My main challenge is sweets. I work full time,my husband has early Alzheimer's and I have my grandchildren on week ends. So, sweets are a stress relief for me. I'm looking forward to focusing on the mini challenges and getting to know everyone.

SparkPoints: (1,537)
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1/12/13 9:54 A

Hello,
My name is Kristine and I joined SparkPeople this month to help me make a lifestyle change and make sure it doesn't become just another failed new years resolution. I am joining group to ensure that I do not get discouraged. I believe that having a weekly mini- challenge gives the opportunity for frequent mini successes that will keep me motivated and accountable.
I look forward to chatting with you all.
Kristine

Posts: 49
1/12/13 1:51 A

Hi all,
I too am returning to sparkpeople. Hoping the mini challenges get me going, I think that might get me out of my comfort zone. Gotta try new things right? I have a wonderful supportive hubby who (currently) weighs less than I do. That is unacceptable! To me, he doesn't care, well he cares, just not about that. As long as I'm happy he's happy. Can't wait to get started!

SparkPoints: (36,361)
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Posts: 1,322
1/10/13 7:48 P

Hi
I'm returning to Sparkpeople after a rough 2012. I found this team and hope it helps me reach my goals. I've never tracked my fiber and have come to realize I am not getting enough! Looking forward to encouraging all of you!

Posts: 28
1/6/13 11:38 P

Hi there. I'm a returning spark person. And very glad to be back! Looking forward to the challenges and the results of making small,changes. Already seeing result in how I feel and in what I can accomplish in general.

SparkPoints: (4,792)
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1/6/13 8:23 P

My name is Emmeline I am joining trying to get back on track have been with SP for one month now and nine days ago my husband was laid off during the holiday's totally crashed my plans and dieting since he is constantly promoting bad habits. Was so pleased when he returned to work he was happy as well that was some real stress worrying over his job, and making it through the holidays. I think this mini challenge team will help me get regrouped and focused once more to move on.

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1/1/13 1:09 P

i too have let myself go. but if we keep it simple stupid as a friend once told me then i think we can meet our goals as we want to reach them. dont make long term goals. keep it simple. i know for me, sadly i had to hit rock bottom before i came to realize just how bad i had put on the weight and let myself down. someone asked me how far along i was. This was the last straw. spark has so much to offer me i just have to ask. the people who are on here have been so nice and or supportive. i almost lost my boyfriend last night because of how bad i had let myself go. but by the grace of God i was given a second chance and now i have to fight to keep from drowning again .... anyway, keep it simple, make small goals, and you will succeed ... im here if someone needs me and i hope i can count on you guys for the same ...

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1/1/13 10:23 A

Happy New Year! Decided to join this team to get myself going again. I joined SP in 2008, lost some of my weight, gained most of it back, lost some again last year and gained some of it back over the holidays. I'm tired of the yoyoing. I think the Mini-Challenges will help me get back on track. Looking forward to meeting new people too.
Marion

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Posts: 272
12/29/12 6:22 P

HI. I am new to this team and i just joined. I am hopeing to get back on track with my excerise and my eating habits. I so far have lost 21 pounds. But over the holidays, i gain a little back. So now its time to get back in action. I want 2013 to be my year to get in shape for good and not mess around anymore and stick with it. I hope to hear from you guys.If anybody has and comments or information that can help me i really do appreaciate it. I love to hear everybody ideas.

current weight: 153.4

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12/26/12 3:58 P

when i was faced with malignant breast cancer i too lost my motivation to work out and loose the weight. ive let my body go... my temple is crashing right before my very eyes. i lack a great deal of motivation and i too need motivation and or support. i hate that ive let myself go like i have. i need to get back on track and get down to 150 lbs or i will loose the man in my life.

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Posts: 6,522
12/26/12 2:36 P

Hi! I am new to this team. I have been away from Spark for a few years. So in a way even though my page is old I feel like a newbie to the program. I lost weight when I joined spark years ago so I know it works. Unfortunately, when I left I gained all the weight back so here I am.
I have a great boyfriend that lives in Dublin, Ireland. Long Distance relationships are hard but when it's International it's even harder. We have known each other for a few years and have been in a relationship for over a year. Our 2nd year anniversary is in September. My boyfriend will be visiting me in the summer so I would love to lose a lot of weight for that! My ultimate goal would be around 50 pounds but I wouldn't mind losing more than that!
A lot of my friends on my sparkpage are no longer active since they were on years ago also...so I would love to make new friends that stay ACTIVE for support and motivation.

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12/16/12 10:09 A

Hi, My name is Robin. I was doing very well on SP while I was in school. Now the semester has ended, I just moved into a new apartment, and have been neglecting SP since. I think I've gained a couple of pounds back too; I stopped weighing myself.
I want to get back into the SP groove before I sabotage myself any further. Hoping mini-challenges will help get me motivated again.

Thanks! Robin

current weight: 126.0

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12/12/12 4:42 P

newbie here, i too have been here off and on, and like someone said i also gain when i dont stick with the site. i often feel overwhelmed when i look at how much i have to loose to get down to 140 instead of looking at small goals. i dont know maybe im to hard on myself. but here i am starting over. i have to loose it by summer or i will loose someone dear to me that i truly love

sincerely
angela in carrboro nc

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SparkPoints: (11,432)
Fitness Minutes: (13,735)
Posts: 113
12/11/12 12:58 P

Hi, I am new to this team, but have been on SP on and off for a while. When I am on, it works, when I'm off, I gain the weight back. So now I am determined to stay ON and get the weight OFF. I look forward to being part of this team so I can be more accountable!

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Posts: 65
12/3/12 3:17 P

Hi, I have been on sparkpeople before but unfortunately went off the rails, I am back and determined to make it work this way. I like the idea of having mini challenges to spur me on :)

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12/1/12 9:49 P

Hi, my name is Anna. I've had numerous illnesses and injuries, and I have a habit of starting back at exercise as if I am already in shape....then crash for days....then repeat. I have a LOT of weight to lose---gained it by having my thyroid ablated (radiated / killed / destroyed) and having no metabolism *while* being bedridden.... Kinda like having "Weight Gain Surgery"...

I like instant results. I need help to go at things at a steady pace~

Thanks all~!!

current weight: 250.0

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SparkPoints: (31,431)
Fitness Minutes: (9,795)
Posts: 2,263
12/1/12 8:08 P

hi my name is Jacquie I am a binge eater and never seem to get into a grove I can stay in I go well for a few days then slip back

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11/27/12 5:14 P

Hi!
My name is Amanda. I am 36 years old married, work full-time and attend nursing school part-time. I really need to get back on track and make myself more accountable. I am hoping this team will help.

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SparkPoints: (118,836)
Fitness Minutes: (110,408)
Posts: 19,530
11/27/12 11:19 A

Hello! I just joined this team today because I was looking for some new motivation. My SparkCoach feedback today included a link to SP's motivational resources page and that page led me here to this team.

If I've learned anything in the 4+ years I've been a SP member it's that it is important to have goals and to continuously renew our motivation. Some days/weeks/months, that has been easy for me; but, more recently, staying motivated has been a bit of a struggle. So here I am, happy to join in on the weekly challenges with this team and hoping they provide me with some of that additional motivation I seek.

Looking forward to getting to know members of this team better.

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11/26/12 4:49 P

Hi! My name is Tanya. I am a stay at home mom of 3. I have made my weight loss goal but I am discovering that losing the weight was only half the battle. Maintaining the weight is the other half. I have been struggling witht the holidays here. I have alot of baking to do so I need some extra challenges and motivation to stay away from the temptation.

current weight: 93.6

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SparkPoints: (16,428)
Fitness Minutes: (15,722)
Posts: 744
11/18/12 8:47 P

New to this team!

Hi! My name's Holly and I'm 26 (I'll be 27 in March). I have a lot of weight to lose and I seem to be stuck in a rut. Instead of losing weight, I'm gaining it back! I need to get out of this hole and get back on track. I'm hoping that this team will help me with that!

current weight: 260.0

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Posts: 1,267
11/13/12 10:20 P

Hi, I am Andi, and although I have been around Sparkpeople for a but, I have neglected my exercise lately so I am trying to get myself motivated again. I am trying to take small steps first and working up to a triathlon. I look forward to getting to know you all

Pounds lost: 8.5

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SparkPoints: (1,290)
Fitness Minutes: (505)
Posts: 77
11/4/12 2:52 P

Hello! Starting over with Sparkpeople...got a whole new sparkpage/name and everything. I am a new mom. I had an amazing baby in April. I feel like this needs to start happening. If myself isn't enough to motivate me I am hoping getting healthy for my little lady will be!

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11/3/12 1:10 P

Hello all. My name is Sandra. I just found this team and thought it was the perfect place for me to "start over." In 2010 I joined SP with 45lbs to lose, and then I quit smoking!! So, I’m starting again from a much higher altitude! This team seems perfect to keep myself in check and keep moving forward. I’m doing pretty well so far, I’m down 17 with 66 more to go! I’m really looking forward to the weekly challenges.

Edited by: ARENACE at: 11/3/2012 (13:12)

current weight: 200.0

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Posts: 6,238
11/1/12 9:36 P

Hi My name is Anita I have been with Spark going on 3 years in April I have lost close to 100, and I have about 60 more to go.. the reason why I joined this team is I am looking for some new and fresh motivation and support and a challenge to mix things up for me and keep it fresh. I look forward to knowing everyone and learing a lot so far I like what I have been reading
Thank you and welcome to new members.

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10/27/12 8:28 A

Hello everyone! My name is Stephanie, I'm 42-years-old, I've been married eighteen years, and we have two boys (ages 15 and 11). I just recently returned to Sparkpeople after an extended hiatus, and I'm still at my highest weight ever (325 pounds). I have a very long road ahead of me, but I'm putting my big girl panties on and dealing with it once and for all. I would love to add some new friends so we can encourage each other. Good luck to you all!

Posts: 9
10/24/12 9:21 P

Hi everyone,

My name is Maria and although I've been a sparkpeople member for many years, I really haven't utilized it much. My latest weight loss mission started in Jan of this year, and so far I lost 26 lbs. I did this by keeping track of my calorie intake and exercise. Then summer came around and my weight loss mission got put on hold. Well, now I'm back and would like to reach my new year's resolution goal before the upcoming New Year. This is going to be the first time that I actually stuck with my NY resolution for the year and might actually meet the goal. I'm hoping to drop the last 17 lbs by end of year.
I've looked through a couple of challenges on here and this one really caught my eye because of the reasonable weekly goals. So excited to make some buddies along this journey to success!!!

Pounds lost: 31.4

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Posts: 854
10/23/12 9:23 A

Hello! My name is Niki and I have been a Spark member since 2009. I've lost about 20 pounds since joining Sparkpeople and have been battling for some time to get this last 20 pounds off. I live in Michigan and am a drafter for a commercial roofing company. I like to garden, run, spin, read, and learn new information.

I look forward to joining the challenges of this team.

current weight: 123.0

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120

Posts: 3,158
10/22/12 7:47 A

Hello, I am Aithley. I just joined sparkpeople a couple of days, and was looking for challenge type groups and stumbled across this one, looks like one that can keep me accountable.

Pounds lost: 3.0

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Posts: 355
10/17/12 11:35 A

Hi! My name is Wendy and I've been a Spark member, on and off, for about 3 years. I just started Sparking again about 2 months ago when I finally decided to get serious about my weight loss. I lost about 30 lbs after my divorce (and not a very healthy way of losing either) and decided that I want to keep it off and want to lose even more than that. I think the idea of having mini-goals is a great idea and I'm excited to be a part of this team.

Posts: 21
10/14/12 7:19 P

Hi I'm Kathryn, I'm new here! I'm trying to lose 20 pounds and I can do so with mini challenges :)

Posts: 1,605
10/13/12 10:23 P

Hi I'm Melanie i'm looking for small challenges to reach my goals and I'm glad I happened along this team.

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Posts: 53
10/10/12 9:00 P

Hi - I'm Marty and I'm looking for a fun team - I think this is it!

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SparkPoints: (4,309)
Fitness Minutes: (4,434)
Posts: 259
10/3/12 5:15 A

Hi All,

Can't seem to lose the last 15pds, HELP

Hope all are having a Blessed Week

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Posts: 230
9/28/12 12:50 P

Hi my name is Terri. I've been onspark people for about 4months and in that time I've lost31 lbs which isgreat but I'm starting to find myself falling back into old habits and things are starting to boring so I. really like the wily challenges here I've tried some of the longer ones and I just can't stick to them so I think short ones will work a lot better

current weight: 199.4

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Posts: 230
9/28/12 12:48 P

Hi my name is Terri. I've been onspark people for about 4months and in that time I've lost31 lbs which isgreat but I'm starting to find myself falling back into old habits and things are starting to boring so I. really like the wily challenges here I've tried some of the longer ones and I just can't stick to them so I think short ones will work a lot better

current weight: 199.4

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Posts: 230
9/28/12 12:48 P

Hi my name is Terri. I've been onspark people for about 4months and in that time I've lost31 lbs which isgreat but I'm starting to find myself falling back into old habits and things are starting to boring so I. really like the wily challenges here I've tried some of the longer ones and I just can't stick to them so I think short ones will work a lot better

current weight: 199.4

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SparkPoints: (950)
Fitness Minutes: (784)
Posts: 18
9/20/12 1:42 P

Hello, I’m Jessica and this is my 5th alter ego with Sparkpeople. I felt it was necessary because after losing 40 lbs earlier this year (Jan-Apr) with Spark, I fell off the wagon. I went from 216 to 224.8 where I started back up this week. Now my ultimate goal is to hit 160, but I want to eat better, lose the stress, and reduce the to-do’s on my to-do list of life. Which as a mother, volunteer, employee, business owner, wife, sister, etc…… (we all wear many hats), the list is never ending. I am looking for supportive friends, who won’t hesitate to kick my butt!

Find me on facebook too… facebook.com/rainnnaturelover

I look forward to learning from this team, and being done with losing weight. Some day I’d like to simply focus on maintaining it. 

current weight: 234.0

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9/19/12 9:03 A

Hi, name is Bronwyn and I am from South Africa. Looking for mini challenges to do, that I can incorporate into my daily walking routine.

Pounds lost: 8.0

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SparkPoints: (116)
Fitness Minutes: (226)
Posts: 4
9/15/12 11:01 P

Hi I'm new here and having a difficult time finding motivation living in a tiny town with no gym and no place to walk or jog outside, plus with fibromyalgia (chronic fatigue and muscle pain)! I am hoping the mini-challenges can help me out if I can figure out how to know what they are each week :)

Edited by: CASSIJW at: 9/15/2012 (23:01)

SparkPoints: (2,933)
Fitness Minutes: (1,258)
Posts: 69
9/13/12 10:02 P

Hello! I've been on here for a while but just recently became truly serious about losing weight. I usually start and do good for a few weeks then give up, but I'm hoping these mini-challenges will be able to keep me motivated...

current weight: 241.0

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SparkPoints: (72)
Fitness Minutes: (0)
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9/8/12 3:03 P

Hi, new to the team and looking forward to getting my teeth into the mini challenges. I think this is exactly what I need

Posts: 7
9/2/12 11:47 P

Hi All! I'm excited to find a team that puts an emphasis on reaching mini goals which in turn can lead to consistent goal reaching in the future. Look forward to going on this journey with you all.