Age range 20-27/ Buddies

[Kamikins]

I am not objecting to anyone who would like to help or encourage me, or be a buddy. Thus far though, I'm finding it a bit difficult to be encouraged, because I'm not seeing anyone near my own age on this diet. That makes me feel worse thinking I'm like one of the few overweight people under like 30. I am 21. Anyone around my age doing this? Encouragement from anyone is so appreciated! I feel totally alone on this diet thus far. I don't know anyone who is doing it! None of my family or friends...

[chubbyroman]

Re: Age range 20-27/ Buddies

Hey, I'm 24 if that counts! I'd like someone my age to talk to about the whole losing weight business!

[Scribbler]

Re: Age range 20-27/ Buddies

I am 28, but at heart I am still 12, if this helps
Come on Kamikins.. There are so many people around..
I always think,that there are more ladies in the forum than men.. either men don't get fat, or we do not care that much..

[Danielle37]

Re: Age range 20-27/ Buddies

Helloooo there! Wow looks like your doing well so far! I'm actually restarting induction cause I had a slip the other day! None the less. I'm 20. So I definantly know what your talking about..

Keeep going strong

[anymac]

Re: Age range 20-27/ Buddies

Hey Kami I'm 24 and also trying to get down. I get discouraged when I see my husband who is also doing it lose a pound a day and I'm stuck on the same weight for the past 2 weeks. But then I get on here and see that I'm not alone.

You're doing great reaching out is the best thing you can do. We are here to help each other, motivate one another to keep it up. You can do it. I like looking at before and afters that motivates me. Ask them questions how they got down, how long it took, stuggles. If they can do it you and I can too.

[transypodge]

Re: Age range 20-27/ Buddies

Hey Kami, I'm 26. I started gaining the bulk of my weight around your age due to the "freshman 15"...although I wish it only would have been 15 lbs. Honestly, no one around me is doing this WOE either. When I need support, I always come back to this board! Hang in there!

[Emily1986]

Re: Age range 20-27/ Buddies

im 22...and i think were all in the same boat, i think my biggest fear is spending the rest on my life overweight...i want to have that moment in my life where i can be proud of my body and my health. another major concern for me is the way my body will look after losing so much weight(loose skin etc..) if i do this when im older...lets say in my 30's or 40's , i dont think my body will adjust as easily.
anyways im glad you posted this. im happy to know im not alone either!
emily

[APanthesilia]

Re: Age range 20-27/ Buddies

Hi there, I'm 24. There are lots of people of all ages on this board- that's one of the reasons I like it so much! Don't feel discouraged, you can do it!

[kimbat06]

Re: Age range 20-27/ Buddies

I am 20, going to be 21 in June. I had a starting weight of 233, so you are definitely not alone! Feel free to PM me whenever you like. Not everyone is going to be on this diet with you, you need to do it for yourself! PM me if you ever need to

[NOWandTHIN]

Re: Age range 20-27/ Buddies

I'm 22 and I've been on this diet for a week BY MYSELF and I've lost 11 lbs BY MYSELF and it feels great so hang in there...I'm here if u need me =]

[smarie]

Re: Age range 20-27/ Buddies

Hey Kami, do you mind if I call you Kami?

I'm 21 as well, and about the same height. I know exactly what you mean by there not being a lot of people our age who do Atkins or even struggle with weight.
I also have a hard time on the diet because of social stuff, going out with friends, etc.