01-02-2015 16:25 - edited 03-20-2015 05:38
01-02-2015 16:25 - edited 03-20-2015 05:38
I am starting over. Today is a new day.
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01-10-2015 06:44
01-10-2015 06:44
I am new to Fitbit this last week. I was 301 lbs in Aug and decided I needed to do something. By the time I went into ICU with unstable angina in Oct I had actually dropped a bit by eating less. I wasn't doing much exercise yet. I was in ICU for a week and then had surgery to stent my coronary artery fixing a 90% blockage. I came out of hospital at 285.5 and just before Christmas was 265.5. This morning 268 but admit getting off track over the holidays.
I need to lose at least another 68 lbs. I don't count calories or do an organized diet program (drs orders). My cardiologist said eat 10% less and move 10% more increasing as I gained strength. The kinesiologist in cardiac rehab at the hospital gave me the heart and stroke foundation information. It includes the recommendation for 150 min of moderate hard to hard exercise per week, done in daily periods of 30 min 5 x per week, never missing two days in a row. He also recommended breaking the 30 min into 15 min period while I gain strength and stamina. The recommended exercise - walking. The hospital dietician suggested two meatless days per week and cut back on the red meats.
I would love to join anyone here in support and encouragement as we all seem to struggle with similar weight issues and have the same goals in mind.
01-10-2015 08:50
01-10-2015 08:50
Hi I'm another newbie. My charge is updating as I type, it arrived today as an early birthday present for next week! I have 45kg to go which is apparenly 99lb. I am looking forward to using it, I have been tracking steps with Noom for a while and seem to average around 3000 steps so my first target is to hit 5000 every day and then increase from there. I have four young children and im in the final stages of getting a degree so sometimes its easy not to bother, hopefully the Fitbit will be a physical reminder to get out and exercise.
01-11-2015 09:53
01-11-2015 09:53
Hi, I'm new to fitbit and also to social media! I have 70lbs to shed and would like to be there with people while doing it. I'm loving my fit bit and finding myself more active already and more accurate with calories. I'd love to know my dog's step counts now with extra walkies!
01-11-2015 10:04
01-11-2015 10:04
Hi, it is so good that you are coming out of this period, plus a good weight loss if u don't mind me saying so. The hospital information that you shared was really interesting especially re; walking for exercise and not missing 2 days in a row, plus the dietician advice. How are you finding it?
01-11-2015 11:44
01-11-2015 11:44
Wow, I loved your post! Very inspirational and great job on not only losing weight but changing your lifestyle into something you enjoy as well as help you become health. I will be taking your tips and if Ok I'd love to add you as a friend?
01-11-2015 11:46
01-11-2015 11:46
Great job, I love seeing people succede! It helps me see that 70lbs can go away if I try hard.
01-11-2015 19:41
01-11-2015 19:41
I have around 100 pounds to lose and need fitbit friends to keep me motivated. Please feel free to add me.
01-11-2015 20:45
01-11-2015 20:45
I am here for you as I too need support. I am on a plan and have lost 15 lbs since Nov. that's not to say over Xmas I put some back on but I have taken it off now and need support to keep going forwards. Such a struggle but with friends we can do this together! Hope you take me up on this.
01-11-2015 23:27
01-11-2015 23:27
01-12-2015 00:58
01-12-2015 00:58
Hi everyone, I've actually had my fitbit since last Christmas but just recently made the commitment to myself and my son to get my life back and get healthy. My goal is about 200 pounds total from my highest of 365, I'm currently 318 so i still have a ways to go and don't have a strong support system around me so please feel free to add me.
01-12-2015 09:40
01-12-2015 09:40
Add me as a friend. I'm new and needing encouragement also and would love to give encouragement.
01-12-2015 10:36
01-12-2015 10:36
I too am a newbie with 80lbs to lose.
new to the forum as well... and working on my first full week with my new fitbit flex.
Feel free to add me.
01-12-2015 17:31
01-12-2015 17:31
Hi There,
I started last year, January 2014 and I have lost 85 pounds. Keep working at it and never give up.
Shan
01-12-2015 17:47
01-12-2015 17:47
01-12-2015 18:20
01-12-2015 18:20
Contrats! Great story and advice!
01-12-2015 19:20
01-12-2015 19:20
Received the charge HR today, tomorrow starts another journey. I have done 6 week body makeover 2x before and lost almost 60 lbs each time, however something major occurs in my life and I gain it all back. I was in the best shape of my life in 2012 at 120 lbs and 46 years old. Ive got to get back there....57-60 lbs to lose again. I'm really worried about food issues as it is obviously my crutch in hard times. This next few weeks will be a challenge as well since we are going on a cruise and vacation, but I will wear this daily to help me be mindful of what I am doing and to keep moving. I love walking and even on a treadmill. I just have to get back to it!
01-12-2015 19:44
01-12-2015 19:44
01-13-2015 05:27
01-13-2015 05:27
01-13-2015 06:17
01-13-2015 06:17
Same boat. Started a diet through Advocare last week and I am down 8.5 lbs, but need another 40-45 to get back to where I should be. Looking for friends tomotivate me and keep me moving. Please add me if you want the same!
01-16-2015 15:53
01-16-2015 15:53
Hi
I need to lose 64 pounds and would love some friends to do challenges with and share recipies. Ive struggled with my weight for a long time trying various diets and gyms. Ive decided 2015 is the year for moderation and making small lifestyle changes!!! Please feel free to add me as a friend if your in a similar mindset 🙂