The 20-somethings Challenge !

Samantha42 · 05-09-2009, 02:00 PM

Wow, I'm pretty original, aren't I?

I'm starting this thread simply as a means to bring together people in their 20s. I don't insist on any certain challenge rules, but if you'd like it to become that way, feel free to say it!

Really, I'm just hoping to get to know some of you better... as a selfish means perhaps, so I can talk about typical age-related things in addition to LCing, like school/dating/teeny friends/all the other friends who are getting engaged or married/ and myself, 20-something and overweight!

So feel free to join and hopefully this can become a smaller network of more frequent posters.

I know some people already gave their brief histories on the main lobby thread, but maybe copy and paste it so we can have it all in one place?

Welcome everyone!

wifey · 05-09-2009, 02:59 PM

Hey all!! I just turned 29. I am married to a great guy and have 2 gorgeous daughters. I live in oregon and I don't really have any girlfriends so I would love to have some on here. I'd also like to lose 50 lbs. by christmas.

misslatte · 05-09-2009, 03:05 PM

Hi everyone! I'm 25 and 9 pounds away from "healthy weight"

It'll be nice to get to know more people on the boards around our age.

Hi Amber and Samantha -

wifey · 05-09-2009, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by misslatte

Hi everyone! I'm 25 and 9 pounds away from "healthy weight"

It'll be nice to get to know more people on the boards around our age.

Hi Amber and Samantha -

Wow good job!! Your soo close! Cute clothes this summer for you girl!

rls1321 · 05-09-2009, 03:26 PM

Hi!

I'm 25, married, no kids. My husband and I are low-carbing together.

In the last year, we have both...

- lost two close friends suddenly
- moved 1000 miles away (moved to Florida after spending our whole lives in St. Louis, MO)
- gotten new jobs/positions
- sold and purchased a home, with an interim period in an apartment
- quit a pack-a-day smoking habit
- (obviously) started our low-carb journey

...so needless to say it's been a long year! We have a few friends here but no family, and that has been a huge adjustment. In the midst of life going a million miles an hour, we've been doing our best to take steps towards better health and a happier life. So far it's going well; I've lost about 43 pounds since January 3rd, and combined my husband and I have lost over 85 pounds. We still have a long way to go but I'm very thankful that we have a board like this - and a thread like this where I can relate more closely to others who are sharing a similar experience.

I think doing what we're doing here, at ANY age presents certain obstacles, and hopefully we can all support each other through the ones that affect our group... for me there are some internal issues that I have trouble sorting through, and reading about others who share the same internal conflicts has really given me perspective and comfort.

misslatte · 05-09-2009, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AmberNikki80

Wow good job!! Your soo close! Cute clothes this summer for you girl!

Thanks lady! It's been a long journey so far, my lowest was at 182 late last year (only 3 lbs away from "healthy weight") so this time I'm going to bypass that number and not look back!

I hope to get some cute clothes! I've stockpiled some jeans that are too small (10s and 12s) that were on sale/clearance from American Eagle and Victoria's Secret. I can't wait to wear them!

misslatte · 05-09-2009, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rls1321

I've lost about 43 pounds since January 3rd, and combined my husband and I have lost over 85 pounds.

Great job--kudos to you and your hubby! It must be nice to have him LC with you, I'm sure it makes things much easier!

rls1321 · 05-09-2009, 03:43 PM

Thank you!!! and YES... it does make things much easier... I shudder to think about doing this while having a non-low-carber in the house. I know a lot of you guys do it, successfully, and I have a huge amount of respect for you!!!!

Good job to you as well Misslatte! I am a fellow jeans stockpiler.

Serenity02 · 05-09-2009, 03:58 PM

Hi everyone! I haven't had time to read every post yet, but I'm marking my spot so I can catch up later!

I'm 24 (I'll be 25 tomorrow...) and I know I'm not "old," but I'm definitely older than I want to be! I'm single, living with my parents again after graduating college, and still have not found my "grown up" job. In this economy (and especially in Michigan), teaching jobs are very hard to come by.

After gaining back some unwanted weight, I'm gearing up for induction again. I'm looking foward to joining you guys, if that's alright!

rls1321 · 05-09-2009, 04:03 PM

CTIgrad · 05-09-2009, 04:52 PM

Here is me checking in from work. Not much time to post stuff up about me right now, but I'm sure there will be time for that later on.

sarah.michelle · 05-09-2009, 04:53 PM

Hey everyone, I'm 22 turning 23 in September. I live at my parents house with my boyfriend. We have been together for 7 & 1/2 months now. Today is my 3rd day of the LC lifestyle. I have never done anything like this before. I'm hoping its what I need to get where I want to be

When I met my boyfriend I weighed in at approximately 170 lbs and now not even 8 months later I weighed in at 196.6

He has an amazing metabolism and mine on the other hand is apparently on strike...lol

On February 25th of 2008 I was weighing my heaviest of 200 lbs

I joined a gym that day and went on a strict (unrealistic) diet. By mid April I had lost 30 lbs!!! Also ended a not so good 7 year relationship...THANK GOD

I kept the weight off all summer...but I didnt keep up with the gym or the diet. So meeting my boyfriend in late september, (colder months) we did A LOT of eating out/ordering in...not a wise choice, which led me to where I am today...

So anyways, today like I said is my 3rd day LCing and I have lost 1.2 lbs already. I'm totally psyched and can't wait to shed even more.

Nikouli · 05-09-2009, 05:04 PM

I'm 22, turning 23 in September...I try to be the best christian I can be, I am currently in a difficult situation right now with trying to figure out if I want to/should spend the rest of my life with my bf of 6 yrs, or not....it's more complicated than that but ya know...umm, no kids, been on atkins for a year at the end of this month (29th) and I have lost about 20 lbs. so far (slow loser).

misslatte · 05-09-2009, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Serenity02

I'm 24 (I'll be 25 tomorrow...)

Quote:

Originally Posted by sarah.michelle

I have lost 1.2 lbs already. I'm totally psyched and can't wait to shed even more.

I like LC because it IS realistic and it is something that works for me. It's a lifestyle/way of eating change that I'm completely okay with. Glad you're here!

misslatte · 05-09-2009, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nikouli

I'm 22, turning 23 in September...

I have lost about 20 lbs. so far (slow loser).

woohoo for September babies! Congrats on the 20 so far, you're on the right track! I hope things work out with the bf (with whatever decision you make), I've yet to be in a relationship that long so I don't have much advice.

sarah.michelle · 05-09-2009, 05:12 PM

I second that...lol...yay September babies

Also, thank you misslatte...glad to be here...glad there are so many great people to be supportive on here. This site has been an amazing help...even in just three days.

Samantha42 · 05-09-2009, 05:22 PM

Hey guys!

Happy almost birthday, Christi! What kind of teaching do you want to do? Did you go to college in Michigan as well? I only ask because I went to U of M!

Rachel-- I think it is so fantastic that you are in this with your husband. Kudos to you both. And quitting smoking in the same year as losing weight?! You're incredible!

Misslatte-- CONGRATS! You are doing so great! Do you have a real name too or do you want me to just call you Misslatte?

I think I have clothes in every size from 4-16.

Sarah.michelle-- You're doing great!

When I have more time I'll tell you guys more about me. It will probably end up being long and winded because I can be quite the chatty cathy....

Nikouli · 05-09-2009, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sarah.michelle

I second that...lol...yay September babies

Also, thank you misslatte...glad to be here...glad there are so many great people to be supportive on here. This site has been an amazing help...even in just three days.

This site is awesome isn't it? You will find it to be so helpful in your LC journey. I have learned SO much from the people on these boards, and couldn't have done what I have done so far without them!

oh yeah and YAY September babies!

Nikouli · 05-09-2009, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by misslatte

woohoo for September babies! Congrats on the 20 so far, you're on the right track! I hope things work out with the bf (with whatever decision you make), I've yet to be in a relationship that long so I don't have much advice.

Thank you

misslatte · 05-09-2009, 05:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Samantha42

Misslatte-- CONGRATS! You are doing so great! Do you have a real name too or do you want me to just call you Misslatte?

I think I have clothes in every size from 4-16.

Thanks, even though it's taken a while, I'm proud to be a member of the 60 pound club. My name is Amy

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nikouli

Thank you

YOU just changed your avatar! Lookin good

Cuelgirl · 05-09-2009, 08:11 PM

marking my spot...

heyjupiter · 05-10-2009, 01:19 AM

Hi all! I'm Liz....I'm 29 and about to graduate with my master's degree. WHOOP! I'm currently living in misery, uhm, I mean Missouri, but I will soon be moving back to my hometown in Maryland. No job yet, but I'll be starting my search once I'm back on the east coast.

I've been back on the low carb WOE for 3 weeks now. I'm on medication that literally alters your blood sugar and causes weight gain, so I'm doing anything and everything to stop and reverse this trend. When I first started my medication, I must've gained close to 20 lbs within a few weeks....it was so horrible! I knew that I had to change my WOE so now I'm back on low carb for good. I know this makes my weight loss slow, but I'm in it for the long haul.

Nice to meet you all!

Nikouli · 05-10-2009, 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by misslatte

YOU just changed your avatar! Lookin good

Ya I did :blush: lol. Thanks. That's the bf of 6 years (on aug. 24th) next to me. Probably not one of his most flattering pictures. lol.

Umm so what's the challenge going to be guys?

Nikouli · 05-10-2009, 06:59 AM

Oh, and HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to all you mommies!

little3chordme · 05-10-2009, 08:31 AM

hello all, and happy mommy's day to all the moms!

i'm a 24 yo single working lady. i'm living in a town near family, but faaaar from my college friends. i started lc last october and it's been a wild ride. i need to get back in gear and commit to exercise and clean eating. i can't wait to get to know you all better!

oh and my name's laura, nice to meet you!

Cuelgirl · 05-10-2009, 09:05 AM

Nice to see everyone here... i did introduce myself in the other thread... but might as well do it again here...

i am 28 years old... married for 2 years and have a 4 1/2 old son... i work a full time job... i did low carb 8 years ago and lost 60 pounds in 6 months... this time around seems much harder... i started low carbing in july 2008... been off and on since then...

Happy mothers day to all the mommies!

misslatte · 05-10-2009, 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by heyjupiter

Hi all! I'm Liz....I'm 29 and about to graduate with my master's degree.
Nice to meet you all!

Congrats on the degree and nice to meet you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by little3chordme

i'm a 24 yo single working lady. i'm living in a town near family, but faaaar from my college friends. i started lc last october and it's been a wild ride. i need to get back in gear and commit to exercise and clean eating. i can't wait to get to know you all better!

oh and my name's laura, nice to meet you!

Hello Laura! That is one thing I need to focus more on--exercise. Now that I've modified my WOE (caveman aka VLC) I've had much more energy so working out has gotten easier. (well, not the workout itself, but just getting to the gym/etc..)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cuelgirl

i am 28 years old... married for 2 years and have a 4 1/2 old son...

Cute kiddo!

sarah.michelle · 05-10-2009, 12:29 PM

Thanks Samantha

little3chordme · 05-10-2009, 12:30 PM

ah amy, i love your avatar! i loved mew as a child and i still do! i don't know too many people besides my siblings who know of the christmas toy... my mom recorded it on a vhs tape, so we watched it all the time lol.

misslatte · 05-10-2009, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by little3chordme

ah amy, i love your avatar! i loved mew as a child and i still do! i don't know too many people besides my siblings who know of the christmas toy... my mom recorded it on a vhs tape, so we watched it all the time lol.

It's out on DVD now! The VHS my mom recorded it on died many many years ago (my fault for watching it so much).

Rugby is my favorite

05-09-2009, 02:00 PM	#1
Samantha42 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: California Posts: 3,105 Gallery: Samantha42 Stats: 205/155/150 5'5" 29y/o WOE: LC/IF	The 20-somethings Challenge ! Wow, I'm pretty original, aren't I? I'm starting this thread simply as a means to bring together people in their 20s. I don't insist on any certain challenge rules, but if you'd like it to become that way, feel free to say it! Really, I'm just hoping to get to know some of you better... as a selfish means perhaps, so I can talk about typical age-related things in addition to LCing, like school/dating/teeny friends/all the other friends who are getting engaged or married/ and myself, 20-something and overweight! So feel free to join and hopefully this can become a smaller network of more frequent posters. I know some people already gave their brief histories on the main lobby thread, but maybe copy and paste it so we can have it all in one place? Welcome everyone! __________________ Now Dr. Samantha42, thanks to this website.

05-09-2009, 02:59 PM	#2
wifey Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oregon Posts: 21,501 Gallery: wifey Stats: goal is size 10	Hey all!! I just turned 29. I am married to a great guy and have 2 gorgeous daughters. I live in oregon and I don't really have any girlfriends so I would love to have some on here. I'd also like to lose 50 lbs. by christmas. Last edited by wifey; 05-09-2009 at 03:07 PM..

05-09-2009, 03:26 PM	#5
rls1321 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 395 Gallery: rls1321 Stats: 58.6 LOST!! 5'9" - 25 yrs old WOE: Atkins ('97) Start Date: 1/3/09	Hi! I'm 25, married, no kids. My husband and I are low-carbing together. In the last year, we have both... - lost two close friends suddenly - moved 1000 miles away (moved to Florida after spending our whole lives in St. Louis, MO) - gotten new jobs/positions - sold and purchased a home, with an interim period in an apartment - quit a pack-a-day smoking habit - (obviously) started our low-carb journey ...so needless to say it's been a long year! We have a few friends here but no family, and that has been a huge adjustment. In the midst of life going a million miles an hour, we've been doing our best to take steps towards better health and a happier life. So far it's going well; I've lost about 43 pounds since January 3rd, and combined my husband and I have lost over 85 pounds. We still have a long way to go but I'm very thankful that we have a board like this - and a thread like this where I can relate more closely to others who are sharing a similar experience. I think doing what we're doing here, at ANY age presents certain obstacles, and hopefully we can all support each other through the ones that affect our group... for me there are some internal issues that I have trouble sorting through, and reading about others who share the same internal conflicts has really given me perspective and comfort. __________________ - Rachel "The absence of alternatives clears the mind marvelously." - Henry Kissinger Stage 3, workout #6 of New Rules of Lifting/Women COMPLETED

05-09-2009, 03:58 PM	#9
Serenity02 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Over Here Posts: 620 Gallery: Serenity02	Hi everyone! I haven't had time to read every post yet, but I'm marking my spot so I can catch up later! I'm 24 (I'll be 25 tomorrow...) and I know I'm not "old," but I'm definitely older than I want to be! I'm single, living with my parents again after graduating college, and still have not found my "grown up" job. In this economy (and especially in Michigan), teaching jobs are very hard to come by. After gaining back some unwanted weight, I'm gearing up for induction again. I'm looking foward to joining you guys, if that's alright! __________________ [COLOR="DarkOrchid"]Christi[/COLOR] [COLOR="DarkOrchid"]"And it hurts my soul, cause I can't let go All these walls are caving in I can't stop my suffering I hate to show that I've lost control Cause I, I keep going right back to the one thing that I need to walk away from..."[/COLOR]

05-09-2009, 05:12 PM	#16
sarah.michelle Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pickering, Ontario Posts: 31 Gallery: sarah.michelle Stats: 233/227/160 WOE: Low Carbs Start Date: May 2009 - Restart Aug 27th 2011	I second that...lol...yay September babies Also, thank you misslatte...glad to be here...glad there are so many great people to be supportive on here. This site has been an amazing help...even in just three days. Last edited by sarah.michelle; 05-09-2009 at 05:14 PM.. Reason: didnt enter the quote properly...still learning this site

05-09-2009, 03:05 PM	#3
misslatte Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2,843 Gallery: misslatte Stats: 5'11" - 260/~175	Hi everyone! I'm 25 and 9 pounds away from "healthy weight" It'll be nice to get to know more people on the boards around our age. Hi Amber and Samantha -

05-09-2009, 03:43 PM	#8
rls1321 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 395 Gallery: rls1321 Stats: 58.6 LOST!! 5'9" - 25 yrs old WOE: Atkins ('97) Start Date: 1/3/09	Thank you!!! and YES... it does make things much easier... I shudder to think about doing this while having a non-low-carber in the house. I know a lot of you guys do it, successfully, and I have a huge amount of respect for you!!!! Good job to you as well Misslatte! I am a fellow jeans stockpiler.

05-09-2009, 04:03 PM	#10
rls1321 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 395 Gallery: rls1321 Stats: 58.6 LOST!! 5'9" - 25 yrs old WOE: Atkins ('97) Start Date: 1/3/09

05-09-2009, 04:52 PM	#11
CTIgrad Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: The wet-side of WA Posts: 875 Gallery: CTIgrad Stats: 317.5 / 266 / 210 WOE: LC Start Date: 12/26/2012	Here is me checking in from work. Not much time to post stuff up about me right now, but I'm sure there will be time for that later on.

05-09-2009, 04:53 PM	#12
sarah.michelle Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pickering, Ontario Posts: 31 Gallery: sarah.michelle Stats: 233/227/160 WOE: Low Carbs Start Date: May 2009 - Restart Aug 27th 2011	Hey everyone, I'm 22 turning 23 in September. I live at my parents house with my boyfriend. We have been together for 7 & 1/2 months now. Today is my 3rd day of the LC lifestyle. I have never done anything like this before. I'm hoping its what I need to get where I want to be When I met my boyfriend I weighed in at approximately 170 lbs and now not even 8 months later I weighed in at 196.6 He has an amazing metabolism and mine on the other hand is apparently on strike...lol On February 25th of 2008 I was weighing my heaviest of 200 lbs I joined a gym that day and went on a strict (unrealistic) diet. By mid April I had lost 30 lbs!!! Also ended a not so good 7 year relationship...THANK GOD I kept the weight off all summer...but I didnt keep up with the gym or the diet. So meeting my boyfriend in late september, (colder months) we did A LOT of eating out/ordering in...not a wise choice, which led me to where I am today... So anyways, today like I said is my 3rd day LCing and I have lost 1.2 lbs already. I'm totally psyched and can't wait to shed even more.

05-09-2009, 05:04 PM	#13
Nikouli Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: FL Posts: 1,205 Gallery: Nikouli Stats: 5'5" 196/186/140 (we'll see when I get there) WOE: Low carb/Whole foods/Gluten-free Start Date: Original: 5/29/08 (pregnant 3/2010) New: 9/17/12	I'm 22, turning 23 in September...I try to be the best christian I can be, I am currently in a difficult situation right now with trying to figure out if I want to/should spend the rest of my life with my bf of 6 yrs, or not....it's more complicated than that but ya know...umm, no kids, been on atkins for a year at the end of this month (29th) and I have lost about 20 lbs. so far (slow loser).

05-09-2009, 05:22 PM	#17
Samantha42 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: California Posts: 3,105 Gallery: Samantha42 Stats: 205/155/150 5'5" 29y/o WOE: LC/IF	Hey guys! Happy almost birthday, Christi! What kind of teaching do you want to do? Did you go to college in Michigan as well? I only ask because I went to U of M! Rachel-- I think it is so fantastic that you are in this with your husband. Kudos to you both. And quitting smoking in the same year as losing weight?! You're incredible! Misslatte-- CONGRATS! You are doing so great! Do you have a real name too or do you want me to just call you Misslatte? I think I have clothes in every size from 4-16. Sarah.michelle-- You're doing great! When I have more time I'll tell you guys more about me. It will probably end up being long and winded because I can be quite the chatty cathy....

05-09-2009, 08:11 PM	#21
Cuelgirl Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,398 Gallery: Cuelgirl WOE: atkins	marking my spot...

05-10-2009, 01:19 AM	#22
heyjupiter Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 819 Gallery: heyjupiter	Hi all! I'm Liz....I'm 29 and about to graduate with my master's degree. WHOOP! I'm currently living in misery, uhm, I mean Missouri, but I will soon be moving back to my hometown in Maryland. No job yet, but I'll be starting my search once I'm back on the east coast. I've been back on the low carb WOE for 3 weeks now. I'm on medication that literally alters your blood sugar and causes weight gain, so I'm doing anything and everything to stop and reverse this trend. When I first started my medication, I must've gained close to 20 lbs within a few weeks....it was so horrible! I knew that I had to change my WOE so now I'm back on low carb for good. I know this makes my weight loss slow, but I'm in it for the long haul. Nice to meet you all!

05-10-2009, 06:59 AM	#24
Nikouli Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: FL Posts: 1,205 Gallery: Nikouli Stats: 5'5" 196/186/140 (we'll see when I get there) WOE: Low carb/Whole foods/Gluten-free Start Date: Original: 5/29/08 (pregnant 3/2010) New: 9/17/12	Oh, and HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to all you mommies!

05-10-2009, 08:31 AM	#25
little3chordme Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Wisconsin! Posts: 547 Gallery: little3chordme Stats: 268/155 5'7.5" Start Date: October 15, 2008	hello all, and happy mommy's day to all the moms! i'm a 24 yo single working lady. i'm living in a town near family, but faaaar from my college friends. i started lc last october and it's been a wild ride. i need to get back in gear and commit to exercise and clean eating. i can't wait to get to know you all better! oh and my name's laura, nice to meet you!

05-10-2009, 09:05 AM	#26
Cuelgirl Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,398 Gallery: Cuelgirl WOE: atkins	Nice to see everyone here... i did introduce myself in the other thread... but might as well do it again here... i am 28 years old... married for 2 years and have a 4 1/2 old son... i work a full time job... i did low carb 8 years ago and lost 60 pounds in 6 months... this time around seems much harder... i started low carbing in july 2008... been off and on since then... Happy mothers day to all the mommies!

05-10-2009, 12:29 PM	#28
sarah.michelle Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pickering, Ontario Posts: 31 Gallery: sarah.michelle Stats: 233/227/160 WOE: Low Carbs Start Date: May 2009 - Restart Aug 27th 2011	Thanks Samantha

05-10-2009, 12:30 PM	#29
little3chordme Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Wisconsin! Posts: 547 Gallery: little3chordme Stats: 268/155 5'7.5" Start Date: October 15, 2008	ah amy, i love your avatar! i loved mew as a child and i still do! i don't know too many people besides my siblings who know of the christmas toy... my mom recorded it on a vhs tape, so we watched it all the time lol.

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