[evolve1587]

Hi there!
I've had weight issues since the 9th grade, the year I graduated I started weight watchers with a goal of losing weight for graduation and prom *my start weight was 199, and by prom I was 170* I then started University that September and was at a happy 160 (I'm 5'6" with a large bone frame) and since my University was a tad far from home (8hr drive) I started emotionally eating and gained my weight little by little... at the end of that year I was about 205, once my 2nd year started I was about 210, and then was lonely again and crept up to 225. I then took a year off before starting my studies to become a Dental Hygienist, during this year off i decided I needed to take hold of my weight and joined Simply For Life... my start weight was 214.5 and I lost about 40 pounds, I then started to work and stresses at the job caused me to start neglecting my diet and start gaining again. Once September 2008 rolled around I was back to about 200 which I hated myself for going back to that. I am now in my 2nd and last year of my course... In June I will be a Registered Dental Hygienist, which I am so proud of, but I feel that my weight might make it difficult to work properly (back aches because of my double D's ect...) So I was at 262 pounds 3 weeks ago when I joined Weight Watchers once again with a couple girls in my class, and I've since lost 5.2lbs, which I'm pretty happy for, but I'm scared for the mountain of weight I have to lose... I hope to lose at least 10lbs before Christmas, but more would be even better haha!
I think I'll be going on this website everyday for support and good tips from everyone.
Let the adventure begin!
-evolve1587

[CLCSC145]

Welcome to 3FC! Hope to see you posting often. It really helps!

[leeway]

Hi evolve1587!
So many of us here can certainly relate to your story and the emotional eating - sounds like you off to a great start - congrats on your success so far - good luck with your goals (with weight loss & school/career) - we'll all be here to cheer you on!

Glad to have you join us! There are lots & lots of different groups and forums - I'm sure you'll find some that will keep you motivated, inspired and entertained! There's also info and first hand advice on different plans to help you get through the ups and downs.

There are bunches of people here with more to lose and some with less - the bottom line is that we all have to do it a day at a time. The good thing is that we'll have lots of company along the way.

I've only been here a few months myself, having NEVER been part of an online forum. What has been so eye-opening is how much it has helped me. Whenever I feel overwhelmed or defeated, I just log on and read some of the success stories, complete with their before & after photos - or read about others still dealing day to day with their challenges - and before I know it, the time has flown by and so have all the thoughts of cheating or giving up.

So welcome - you 've found the right place - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!

[Onederchic]

Hi and welcome to 3FC. Good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle