I NEED some encouragement!!!  I am 32 yrs and weighed in today at 316.4 pounds.  I am tired of being tired all the time.  I want to look better but more importantly, I want to live again!!!  For nearly 10 years I separated myself from friends and many family members.  I haven't dated or even been seen by many other my colleagues.  I'm tired of living in this bubble and want to improve my life.  The weight is my BIGGEST downfall and has been for quite some time.  

 Can Alli help?  Have you had success with the program?

I know exactly how you feel. I am 36 years old and weighed 338 when I started the alli program.I know that I have a long way to go. I have lost 10 lbs since I started about 4 weeks ago. I may have only lost 10lbs but I feel a difference already.  My feet don't hurt as much as before. I used to have a hard time getting out of bed in the morning because my feet would hurt so bad when I stood up. I have a much easier time getting up now. I started swimming at the local YMCA. Just remember that you  are not doing this alone. Other people are having the same problem as you. Good Luck. 

Hi Iweigh135lbs,

I can't promise that you will definitely be successful with this. There is no way to ever know what will work for someone. The only guarantee that you have right now is that you won't succeed if you don't do anything. Make the commitment to following the plan and take your pill for each meal. Do everything that you can to stay focused on right now. Don't worry about how long this will work or how much you have to lose. It can all become overwhelming and end up sabotaging your efforts. This really does come down to one day at a time.

I look forward to hearing how things are going so keep us all posted,

Betty Kovacs, MS, RD

I can totally relate to how you are feeling.  I used to isolate myself, and had so many excuses why I couldnt go out to parties or gatherings.  I just didnt like myself much, and it all had to do with my weight.  I couldnt wear nice clothes.  I wore baggy sweaters, even in the summer time, and a skirt, yes 1 skirt that I wore almost every day, that had an elastic waist.  My knees and back were killing me, and it was all because I was fat.

I couldnt take it anymore.  I just decided enough was enough.  I started last July, and was determined that this was going to be the last time.  Its so easy to become discouraged, because we all want instant gratification.  It takes time, and persistance, but you can lose the weight.  I've lost 80 pounds, my knees dont hurt like they did, and my back to doing fine now too.  I have gotten phyically active, I am even doing a 5 week boot camp! Running obstacle courses, running with a parachute, boxing, and running stadium stairs.  I would never had thought I would be able to do this.

Alli was my tool to keep me honest.  I did not want the dreaded treatment effects, so I stayed within my fat limits.  I ate healthy, and found a lifestyle and eating plan that I can live with.  I know I am truly a food addict, so I have to keep myself in check, so that I dont gain the weight back again.  There is no magic, it takes a lot of hard work and determination.  But when you make up your mind, and are determined that you dont want to be fat anymore, its the best decision you"ll everr make.  Who would have thought I would be wearing size 10 jeans?? 

There are so many people in the same boat, and we all understand.  This is the best place to come for encouragement, or to brag a bit :  )  I do it often, because I am so excited about the new me. 

Good Luck, and continued success!

Judi

Wow, Judi, I'm really impressed.  I'm just about to start the alli plan (picked up the starter pack today), and plan to actually start in a few days after I get into a low-cal/low-fat plan.

 I just finished my first semester of nursing school and realized that I really need to do something about my weight.  I'm currently about 204, and I can feel it in every joint.  I need to make changes in my health status so that I can help my patients.  It wouldn't look too good if I continue along the path I'm on and counsel people to get into better physical health if I'm not.

It's so energy draining having this extra weight.  Getting started with some exercise seems even harder (and I do have a gym membership just sitting there!).  How did you get started?

Kris

Hi Mimi

I can absolutely relate to your story.  I started my journey on Alli on October 1st 2007 at my heaviest weight 301lbs, and up to date I have lost a total of 110 lbs. I have never felt better in my life, I am of my acid reflux medication and have lots of more energy

I cried yesterday (happy tears of course!) because I actually fit into a size 12 jeans.........a size 12!!. I have no doubt you will be able to do it also, you just need to stay focused and think of all the wonderful rewards that come withshedding those pounds.

Good luck on your journey. Please keep us posted 

Wow!!! Lzekkani,  THAT IS AMAZING!!!!!

I would love to chat with you further to get some insight on exactly what you did in the area of diet & exercise.  I'm finding it very hard to stick with the diet Alli has provided but I have joined Weight Watchers today since I was successful at losing 52 pounds with their program several years ago.  I'm wondering how to incorporate Alli pills into the Weight Watcher's program.  I can't wait to give my Alli success story.

 What type of diet (modifiied eating plan) did you follow?

 Thanks to ALL for the words of encouragement.  I'm headed out for a walk now.

I started alli a week ago too in conjunction with WW and a brand new gym membership.. My first week I was doewn 9 pounds..

I am 5'9 and started at 303.5 pounds I know the journey will be long but worth IT!