[Tankgirl]

Just wanted to do a quick introduction. I've been a member for about a year, bt I've not been around in a long time until recently. Anyhow, I'm 26, have 2 kids, 5 cats, and a stray dog who won't go away. I'm engaged to be married this next spring.

Currently I weigh about 168 (I fluctuate between 165 and 170) at 5'6" in height. I don't have a particular weight loss goal, but I would like to lose about 5 inches off my waist and 6 off my hips. The chest area seems ok, but the arms are a bit pudgy. I recently converted to Vegan lifestyle so that may help some, but I have a sprained ankle and can't get much exercise right now.

I have decided to make healthier choices for myself and my family, and I realize it is going to take some time. I think I'm doing good so far- I've quit smoking, and i've planted a garden (well sort of- it's in cut out gallons of milk). I am in the process of eliminating all the meat products we have in the house and replacing it with veggies foods. I'm not throwing it away, but as we run out of items I replace them with healthier choices.

Well, that's me...who are you?


Tankgirl

[JennPGH]

tankgirl,
welcome! come on over to the "september challenge" that is our main thread. you don't have to make definite "goals" if you don't want to, some people like to make goals like lose 2 pounds by sept 30 or drink 8 glasses H2o a day. mostly we just use it as our support group.
congrats on quitting smoking!!!!!!! it isn't always easy. just keep it up. (i know, i used to smoke!)
cya,
jenn

[welshbird]

hiya girls.

a big warm welcome to tank girl. congrats on giving up smoking. ive tried it once and i found myself eating more!! i guess i just wasnt ready.

my names emma, im 22 with 2 girls which my youngest turned 1 today! im married and have been for 2 years in feb. i work part time in a shopping centre, asda, wal=mart. i weigh in at 180lbs and am aimin to lose another 30. which is my ideal weight for height which is 5ft9 and build which is big. ive already lost 38lbs. every time i come in here i have to convert stones to lbs and im sure i get it wrong every time!! it is near that mark neway. in my terms i have lost 2 stone 11. which is pretty good.

neway have to go n take eldest to school now so ill speak to you soon

emma