From Amber, Age 16 - 04/07/04 - IP#: 68.66.61.xxx go to original board
Hey guys I am so happy right now! I have lost 11 pounds in two weeks. And I was not really trying! I am kinda doing weight whatchers with my mom and my own thing! My mom drinks alot of diet pop well I switch to tea with no sugar or alittle splenda ! And I have cut down on my portions and I am not eeating after 6:00 ! Also I have been doing alot of walking! Now I am haveing people ask if I have lost weight and I say yes it makes me feel so good! So just never give up guys you will get somewhere!!! I know that for a fact! Love ya all Good LUCK!!!!
Reply From alana, Age 12 - 04/03/04 - IP#: 68.9.68.xxx show message replied to go to original board
i had a jazz recitile and we wore belly shirts everyone made fun of me but i didnt care i just did my thing and everyone loved me shure they were looking at my tummy rolls but i felt good about myself for what i did.
From GeOrGeZluV, Age 13 - 10/22/03 - IP#: 152.163.253.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
please help me if u no how to loose weight fast !!! i think i luv thiz guy and hez my bestriend but he dates skinny gurlz and i weigh 160 pounds!!!!! please help !!my email adress is babyggayan@aol.com please 4 da topis put hi!!!! so i wont delete it thnkz so much 4 ur help!!!
Reply From Hannah, Age 15 - 03/15/04 - IP#: 216.251.169.xxx show message replied to go to original board
Don't get down on yourself for being overwieght. "Fat" is such a cruel word and when someone calls you that just tell them that they shouldnt judge you. And also loosing weight fast is not the anwser. You have to go slow and work. Start running just around your block or down your road or driveway. Eventualy you will be able to run more and more. I run 1 to 2 miles everynight and when I get down I feel greet I dont even care about my weight. You are aproaching this the wrong way. Weight loss and a hard earned thing. And after you get it off (the right way) You will be able to keep it off. And if the guy you like dosent like you for who you are. That just means that he isnt worth you time.
From Beautiful no matter what, Age 15 - 02/29/04 - IP#: 209.86.105.xxx go to original board
heres an overall post to everyone...as you all now its almost spring and it will be time to wear shorts and tank tops BUT for people, all the weight they want to lose wont come off by that time, so Im NOT going to post somethign on losing weight BUT on FEELING BETTER ABOUT YOUR BODY WHILE YOU NORMALLY WOULD FEEL HORRIABLE ABOUT IT...OK HERE WE GO...some songs I would suggest listening to when you are feeling down about yourself and your body (no matter if you hate the singer or w/e) Jessic Simpson-"In This Skin" and Martina Mcbrides "This Ones for the Girls" anything that is bouncy and upbeat but that doesnt talk about sexx, aka just steer clear from rap when you feel this way....I also suggest if your going to watch tv try for at least 5 minutes watching say the Disney channel, the news or somethign that doesnt promote sexx and beauty and maybe try then 10 minutes or so to give your... (view more)heres an overall post to everyone...as you all now its almost spring and it will be time to wear shorts and tank tops BUT for people, all the weight they want to lose wont come off by that time, so Im NOT going to post somethign on losing weight BUT on FEELING BETTER ABOUT YOUR BODY WHILE YOU NORMALLY WOULD FEEL HORRIABLE ABOUT IT...OK HERE WE GO...some songs I would suggest listening to when you are feeling down about yourself and your body (no matter if you hate the singer or w/e) Jessic Simpson-"In This Skin" and Martina Mcbrides "This Ones for the Girls" anything that is bouncy and upbeat but that doesnt talk about sexx, aka just steer clear from rap when you feel this way....I also suggest if your going to watch tv try for at least 5 minutes watching say the Disney channel, the news or somethign that doesnt promote sexx and beauty and maybe try then 10 minutes or so to give your poor self image a break, also, if your being extremely lazy, if its warm and sunny, go be lazy outside just laying down, just being outside will boost your mood...dont buy clothes you want to wear when your skinny becsaue it will make you more deperessed if you dont reach your goals, intead pamper yourself with a nail manicure,a new hat, some new earrings, a new cd or a gift for a friend...heres somethign when I feel bad about my body.....I blast "In This Skin" by Jessica Simpson, call up a friend thats always happy for about 15 minutes and then go pamper myself with a homemade spa and write down a plan to change what i dont like about myself abnd put it out of sight till the next day...I THINK WE SHOULD ALL TRY POSTING "FEEL GOOD TIPS" BECASUE YES WE NEED TO LOSE WEIGHT TO BE HEALTHY...BUT WHATS LIFE WITHOUT FEELING BETTER ABOUT YOURSELF...SO LETS ALL TRY TO POST LITTLE THINGS THAT MAKE US FEEL BETTER ABOUT OURSELF AND OUR BODYS AND WEIGHT LOSS THINGS...I HOPE YOU WILL AGREE! THANKS SO MUCH~Beautiful no matter what they say (view less)
From jessica, Age 12 - 12/22/03 - IP#: 216.76.233.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
HELPPPPPPP!I need to lose weightand therr isn't anything or body to help me. i weigh 198 lbs. and next year i am going to be in junior high and I AM THE TYPE WHO LOVESSSS BOYSSSSS!please help me!!!!!!
Reply From alex(once again), Age 12 - 02/09/04 - IP#: 68.202.76.xxx show message replied to go to original board
usually if you have a high self esteem(feeling better about yourself) you are most likely to lose weight... hey i lost 5 lbs today!!!!
From *~Danielle~*, Age 13 - 01/01/04 - IP#: 152.163.252.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Ht. 5'3", Today: 160 lb (BMI %tile: 97) - L@@k HERE!!...alrighty i am 5'3 and i weigh bout 155 to 160 it vairys... i dont look that overweight tho...ne whoo i want all of the ppl that read this to post their height weight age and like tell me wat you look like like really fat or w.e it may be... bc i am one of those in between teens and i hate it..i have tips so i dont need any just like tell me bout urself and wat i said up there^^^..Thanx!
Reply From stacie, Age 13 - 01/02/04 - IP#: 152.163.252.xxx show message replied to go to original board
hey its me, im replaying to ur message. Well ive been doing it for 3 days and I feel energetic. I even feel skinnier, lol. I think i may have lost 1 or 2 pounds but its only been 3 days. Even today when i went to the mall with my skinny friend, I usually feel like crap compared to her and I just feel great. And the program isnt really extreme. It starts off with a nice warm up and then gradually works into a brisk walk. I love the cool down in the end because all of your muscles are warm and they strecth easily. I really do love "WAlk away the puonds", and when i got it I think it cost about $20. Which includes the 3 tapes: 1 mile, 2 mile , 3 mile, and the 2 weighted balls. I just smile in the end becauseit feels so great. Ill let ya know my weight progress. Bye
From anne, Age 16 - 12/29/03 - IP#: 216.66.108.xxx go to original board
i'm so happy! marty wants to lose weight with me! i don't think there's anything wrong with his body but he's been gaining a lot of weight and is almost to 200. i'm excited because it'll be more fun losing weight with him. we've decided to do 30 minutes of ddr(dance dance revolution) a night and eat less. i'm also going to do another 30 minute workout every day though. i feel great because i just finished my first workout of the day and it feels really good to know what i acomplished. i went from not being able to jog for a full 5 minutes at a time to being able to jog 20 minutes at a time along with weights and ab work! i love treating my body like this! it's great to know how far i've come. and even though i don't look too much different physically i am very more controlled and happier emotionally and i know i can do whatever i put my mind to...
From LeYaNiS, Age 13 - 12/27/03 - IP#: 205.188.209.xxx go to original board
heres a message to all GIRLS. i notice that sumtimes when girls r overweight they forget about being feminine and they feel really ungirly because of their weight. but fun ways to keep u in touch with ur girly side are these: belly dance...it feels great and is amazing to watch no matter how u look..actually, any type of dancing that you'd never catch boys doing works!!!! another GREAT way to walk ur fat off is SHOPPING. take a trip to the mall for a whole day with ur best girls and go in like EVERY store. it doesnt matter what sizes the clothes are, just look at them and admire their variety. qo into accessory shops and sample perfume, or get your makeup done somewhere. you'll be walking SO much thatyou wont even REALIZE it. just stay away from the food court! you can also do the regular stuff like running and crunches and other excersizes...but afterwards, be sure to reward yourself with a manicure or pedicure!!! good luck and remember to stay a girl! ;)- LeYaNiSz
From pebbles, Age 14 - 12/21/03 - IP#: 216.249.97.xxx go to original board
I have read a lot of posts lately and I just wanted to say that it looks like everyone who is trying to lose is not confident about it. For me, I always had a quote in mind. My favorite is "begin with the end in mind" and I think it is so appropriate. When you start your diet you have to begin with the confidence that you can do it. You have to find the strength to pull through all of it. Don't give up,begin with the end in mind. When you fall short of your goal,don't stop. Keep pushing until you cross the finish line. Good luck to everyone, I hope I have helped. Keep the faith, pebbles
From Melissa, Age 14 - 12/11/03 - IP#: 24.107.14.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Hey Guys!! Just got home from my choir concert adn man were we good! it was pretty short but it was great. adn i felt great up there in my choir dress. it fits me perfectly and i was so happy when i got it. i'm doing pretty good on my diet and tuesday my neighbors grandma came to her winter concert and while we were there she asked if i had lost weight and i was so happy its noticeable!! Well good luck everyone!!!!!
Reply From Molly, Age 18 - 12/12/03 - IP#: 82.33.41.xxx show message replied to go to original board
woohoo! I think thats the best ever thing you can hear "hey, have you lost weight?" I looooove to hear that (ok so only 1 persons said it to me but it was GREAT) keep it up! :)
From B, Age 13 - 12/08/03 - IP#: 64.12.96.xxx go to original board
Ht. 5'8", Start: 200 lb, Today: 185 lb (BMI %tile: 96) - Wel i was 200, but i lost 15 lbs, and am now 185! I am 5' 8" I am so happY! And i was really happy when my friend's mom noticed that I lost weight, and said that she was realy proud of me! I didnt think that anyone noticed, but they did. I am happy!
From jordana, Age 13 - 12/07/03 - IP#: 152.163.253.xxx go to original board
id like to share a success story...when i was in 6th grade i was overweight like 150 n evry1 made fun of me...i had friends but i was unhappy with myself. over the summer between 6 and 7 grade i lost about 20 pounds n then i lost 5 more pounds all be4 school started...by dieting, bellydance and insane excersize. but im tellin you, it felt soo0o good. on the 1st day of school i was wearin a great new outfit and had a makeover done, and when i stepped into homeroom all the kids that knew me started clapping. i am much more confident now and have so many more friends and even boyfriends. YOU CAN DO IT TOO! LOSING WEIGHT CHANGED MY LIFE!
From Alex, Age 15 - 12/02/03 - IP#: 66.185.84.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Ht. 6'1", Start: 275 lb, Today: 260 lb (BMI %tile: 98) - This looks like a great site, good to share with others who know the struggle. I've been overweight my entire life, and it sucks. I've always been the fat kid, but it wasnt that big of a deal since I always had friends and was well liked by everyone. Anyways, im in grade 10 now and have finally just had ENOUGH of it. I want a girlfriend and thats just not going to happen having me being really overweight. I always thought i would be fat forever, but i've found inside the means and motivation to lose weight, and realise that yes, it can be done but i've got to work for it. When I started my war on flab in mid november i weighed in at about 275 pounds, although I am 6'1 and have a large frame and am fairly muscular (underneath the coat of fat that is lol). Since then i've lost about 15 pounds and am down to 260 and am already feeling and looking better. I don't eat too much, usually a nutrishake in the morning, some fruit for lunch then a regular dinner. I don't count calories or anything like that, i just make sure that i dont eat too much. I also lift weights and walk about 1.5 kilometers on my treadmill (i increase the distance as time goes on) everyday. I really hope that I can keep it up and stay motivated, and I wish the same for all of you too. My secrets so far have been killer music when exercising, and keeping my eye on the prize (picture my body the way i want it).
Reply From Alex, Age 15 - 12/02/03 - IP#: 66.185.84.xxx show message replied to go to original board
Well my target weight is about 190 pounds... thats the US Army standard for somebody my height and age.
Also, even if getting a girl friend isn't the case of my weightloss, it still is a HUGE relief off my mind. If i don't have to worry about what people think of me because im fat, that gives me a HUGE confidence boost and its one HUGE stress off my mind. Also i think if i can drop the excess fat, then i've already got the muscle for a nice six pack or some big-ol biceps lol. But a girlfriend isnt my main reason, its just one more factor that attributes to my motivation. I want to feel better physically and mentally, have more energy and endurance, and look better on a whole. Plus if I can get into shape for next football season I might have enough energy to play a game without having to be huffing and puffing all the way through it. On the subject of mostly girls being on this board, thats a big thing because there IS alot of pressure from the media and hollywood and such to look really good and be thin and such, but in the end you've got to do it for yourself.
From Alex, Age 15 - 12/02/03 - IP#: 66.185.84.xxx hide message replied to go to original board
Ht. 6'1", Start: 275 lb, Today: 260 lb (BMI %tile: 98) - This looks like a great site, good to share with others who know the struggle. I've been overweight my entire life, and it sucks. I've always been the fat kid, but it wasnt that big of a deal since I always had friends and was well liked by everyone. Anyways, im in grade 10 now and have finally just had ENOUGH of it. I want a girlfriend and thats just not going to happen having me being really overweight. I always thought i would be fat forever, but i've found inside the means and motivation to lose weight, and realise that yes, it can be done but i've got to work for it. When I started my war on flab in mid november i weighed in at about 275 pounds, although I am 6'1 and have a large frame and am fairly muscular (underneath the coat of fat that is lol). Since then i've lost about 15 pounds and am down to 260 and am already feeling and looking better. I don't eat too much, usually a nutrishake in the morning, some fruit for lunch then a regular dinner. I don't count calories or anything like that, i just make sure that i dont eat too much. I also lift weights and walk about 1.5 kilometers on my treadmill (i increase the distance as time goes on) everyday. I really hope that I can keep it up and stay motivated, and I wish the same for all of you too. My secrets so far have been killer music when exercising, and keeping my eye on the prize (picture my body the way i want it).
Reply From Alex, Age 15 - 12/02/03 - IP#: 66.185.84.xxx show message replied to go to original board
Well my target weight is about 190 pounds... thats the US Army standard for somebody my height and age.
Also, even if getting a girl friend isn't the case of my weightloss, it still is a HUGE relief off my mind. If i don't have to worry about what people think of me because im fat, that gives me a HUGE confidence boost and its one HUGE stress off my mind. Also i think if i can drop the excess fat, then i've already got the muscle for a nice six pack or some big-ol biceps lol. But a girlfriend isnt my main reason, its just one more factor that attributes to my motivation. I want to feel better physically and mentally, have more energy and endurance, and look better on a whole. Plus if I can get into shape for next football season I might have enough energy to play a game without having to be huffing and puffing all the way through it. On the subject of mostly girls being on this board, thats a big thing because there IS alot of pressure from the media and hollywood and such to look really good and be thin and such, but in the end you've got to do it for yourself.
From Becca, Age 14 - 11/29/03 - IP#: 24.194.243.xxx go to original board
Ht. 5'8", Start: 175 lb, Today: 160 lb (BMI %tile: 87), Goal: 150 lb - Recently I lost about 15 pounds...Today, I woke up and looked and the mirror and literally thought, "wow, who is this gorgeous girl". I mean...my self esteem was through the roof. Im not very big, 5'8 160, but i feel so refreshed. Being thin isnt about how you want to be portrayed by others...its how you want to portray yourself. After seeing how beautiful I really was, I was even more determined to lose weight. I need about 10 more pounds to be a size 5, and thats my goal. But right now, I think I've already reached my goal....loving myself. I know that some of you are not excepting yourselves, so thats why your losing weight. But you should except yourself before you do anything, because in the long run, losing weight wont make you feel any better about who you are. I hope I helped in some way....lol.
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