[TimeToTryAgain]

Hello All!

I'm not exactly new- I last posted over a year ago, and then life happened, and now, as my name implies, I am ready to give this another go. I have a few big fitness goals that aren't weight-related exactly, but I do have about 130 lbs to lose as well, which seems so huge and overwhelming that I definitely don't quite know where to start. I do know that the last time I was here I was pretty whiny and my attitude got in the way of any possible success. I feel much more grounded and positive, and I am really looking forward to making some good changes! Here goes.

[leeway]

Hi Crissy!
Sounds like you're ready to get back on track and have a good plan in place - good luck with your goals - we'll be cheering for you along the way!

Glad to have you back with us! So many of us can relate to those "life happenings" that get in the way of our best intentions. I know I have had to start over a number of times. But 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 get you 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 short time 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 back - join in again by inspiring us and being inspired!

[Onederchic]

Welcome back and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

[Want2BeThin]

Welcome back....good luck!

[Lincolns Sparrow]

Crissy, I haven't see the statistics (yet) for this group, but I'd guess most of us have started over many times. I can't count that number for myself, but it may be 15-20 times, or more.

[TimeToTryAgain]

Thanks! Just thinking about checking in here tonight kept me honest today.