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Wed, 04-07-2004 - 12:27am
Hello I am new here. My name is Allex and I am looking for support because I am having a hard time finding it any where, especially with my family and friends. I am 36, married and I have one son who is 7. I need to lose 200 pounds and cant seem to get pass 330. I have lost 20 pounds in 2 years but now its stalled and I am having trouble finding the motavation to keep going on and I know health wise I need to lose the weight. Sorry if I this is just jabber just nervous.

Allex

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Registered: 01-07-2004
In reply to: allex31
Wed, 04-07-2004 - 9:26am
Hey there Allex...

Join the crew. Don't worry this group is coolio. And IGNORE the trolls!!!

You will lose the weight and in the process become healthier.

HUGS

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Registered: 03-29-2003
In reply to: allex31
Wed, 04-07-2004 - 10:44am
Welcome Allex =) You will find lots of support here...the ladies are extremely nice.And to add to what Karrie said,we have a few trolls that lurk here and try and cause havoc now and then,but if you ignore them(or at least show them how ignorant they are)they may some day go away...wishful thinking at least,lol.

I know how you feel about stalling on the weightloss =/ I myself am feeling stuck at a certain weight for a few months now.It'll come off eventually though,I guess we just need to keep positive =)

Again,welcome!

Bren

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Registered: 01-04-2004
In reply to: allex31
Wed, 04-07-2004 - 11:19am
Hi Allex, welcome! I know you'll find the support you need here and in no time the weight will start coming off again. The people here are great so jump right in anytime :)

~~Linda

~~Linda

 

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Registered: 08-23-2001
In reply to: allex31
Wed, 04-07-2004 - 2:06pm
Hi Allex...

This is a wonderful group for support. I hope that you will find what you need here!

Big hugs!

Sarah

Sarah


 


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Registered: 05-19-2003
In reply to: allex31
Wed, 04-07-2004 - 2:39pm
welcome to the board Allex =) i have a dd who's 6 (7 in sept.) we take walks, maybe you could start that up it's a great way way to exercise plus spend time with kids. Also at my library you can rent exercise tapes maybe try looking into that. Most people on this board are great, if you find a post you don't like just ignore it. The board is like anywhere else, you won't like or agree with everyone. congrats on the 20 lb loss so far.

I am a believer in drinking water,i drink 75+oz. a day so maybe be sure you're drinking enough water. Also look at what your eating. Good luck!
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Registered: 06-17-2003
In reply to: allex31
Thu, 04-08-2004 - 1:48am
Hi and welcome Allex. It must be hard to keep going when you don't get a lot of support from those around you. again welcome and I hope you find lots of support here. sharla
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Registered: 03-12-2004
In reply to: allex31
Thu, 04-08-2004 - 4:08am


Hi Alex and Welcome!

I think you'll find you came to the right place. There's information, support and a caring spirit not to mention some very funny stuff!

Gerry

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Registered: 01-06-2004
In reply to: allex31
Thu, 04-08-2004 - 11:02am
Hi Allex! It's always great to have a new "face." I admire your decision to lose the weight, and we are all here to support you. If you feel like your stuck, maybe you should talk to your doctor about a (and I hate to use this word) diet plan and even exercise. Or, there are plenty of people on this board that do their own thing. Maybe we could all give you suggestions so that you can devise your own plan...one that will work for you.

Just remember, it takes time and there are bound to be "mistakes." However, it's always a learning experience.

Again, welcome aboard! Beth

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Registered: 03-20-2004
In reply to: allex31
Thu, 04-08-2004 - 11:55am
Well, good luck to you. Deciding to lose is the first step, and you've already taken that. Now it's just a matter of wise choices, one meal at a time and maybe add a little walk into that when you're ready. It will take time, but you'll get there!
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Registered: 03-28-2003
In reply to: allex31
Thu, 04-08-2004 - 12:17pm
Hello Allex!

You have come to the right place for support! I am about as new as you and everyone here is pretty friendly. I have also found some good suggestions and ideas here. Everyone is kinda doing there own thing as far as losing their weight. I weigh 274 at 5'7" and hope to lose 40 pounds by the end of the summer. I would eventually like to get down to 140, but I have decided to take my time and do it right this time. I am eating healthy,drinking the H2O and exercising at Curves. This is day four for me, just started. I have pretty much been in huge denial over my weight until recently. Myself, my mom, my aunt and a couple of her friends are doing a weightloss challenge. Whoever loses the most weight by June will get $25 from each person. This was my aunt's idea. I am stoked about it. It would be nice to win, lol, but it is not the most important thing to me. I am 31 and getting married this summer. I would desperately love to have children and I know at this weight it would be very difficult. I guess that and my health are my biggest motivators. I am sorry to hear you have no support from your family. Keep on trucking and come here anytime you need an ear! Heather

Heather and Shawn 7/16/04

 

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