Can I join you all? (Introduction)

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Registered: 06-19-2005
Can I join you all? (Introduction)
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Thu, 11-16-2006 - 10:52pm

I'd like to join this board if it's alright with everyone. I don't have 100 lbs to lose anymore, but I did at one time.

My name is Lori. I am 29 years old. I am married and I'm a SAHM to my 6 month old daughter.

I have been on this weight loss journey for several years. I started at over 250 lbs (don't know the exact amount because I was afraid to step on the scale). About 3 years ago I made a serious effort to lose weight. I used fitday.com to record my food and exercise and was on a message board for support. I lost over 75 lbs, got down to 175, and maintained that for about a year. Stress at work helped my weight creep up to 185. Then I got pregnant. I gained 29 lbs and was 214 lbs on the day I delivered my daughter (I actually left the hospital at 218 - how does that happen when 8 lbs of baby comes out of you?). Now I'm somewhere around 196. I've been gaining and losing the same 5 lbs over and over for 4 months. My problem is motivation. I can't seem to find the energy to exercise. I often feel overwhelmed with the baby and I find it easier (and more comforting) to eat a bunch of cookies for lunch instead of making myself a salad.

My goal is to reach 150 lbs. That would be the 100 lb mark for me. Anyway, I hope you'll all welcome me here. I definitely could use the support!

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Fri, 11-17-2006 - 9:43am

Hi and welcome,

I don't think anyone here is tied up in technicalities. I see our type of weight loss as a long range journey that takes us down and up and into plateaus. People here understand where you've been, where you are now, and where you're going, and you seem to understand us too. I look forward to "seeing" you around! All the best, Annie 252/234/156

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Registered: 01-25-2006
Fri, 11-17-2006 - 12:33pm
welcome and best of luck to you

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Registered: 02-03-2005
Fri, 11-17-2006 - 10:03pm
Welcome to the board!
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Registered: 02-06-2006
Mon, 11-20-2006 - 8:28am

Welcome aboard Lori.. as the other members already said, you're more than welcomed to join us.


I wish you all the luck on the rest of your journey.. things can get a little tough with a 4 month old on your hands.. I bet you have your hands full most of the time LOL. Maybe try to take the little one with you for a walk or do an exercise DVD (that can amuse her too LOL).


I am looking forward to lots of updates from you. Feel free to jump in any discussions and post new threads often. Welcome!

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