Hi all --

I have lost the same 20-50 pounds a few times over the past 20 years. Now, at 52, I am so, so, SO frustrated by my inability to start eating more healthily ... And, am overcome with the too-familiar self-loathing that sets in when clothes don't fit, pictures are shocking, etc.

I've heard such good things about this community, and hope I can find some encouraging "voices" out there. I'm new at posting on forums, etc., so please excuse if I'm not going about this the right way. Plan to read through the topics and posts when I get home tonight.

Thanks for "listening"! Hope your days are off to a good start!

Eizyod

Hi there and . . . you've definitely come to a great place for lots and lots of support, Chickie. Glad you found us, we are all here for you and together we can do it.

It's a big, big place so take your time and have a good look around . . . don't forget to check out our Age 50+ Forum . . . it can be helpful to chat with othere who know exactly what you are going through -- losing weight does not get easier as we get older, unfortunately.

Have you got any particular eating and/or exercising plans in mind? Take a look at Diet Central where you'll find an active forum or thread for just about every healthy eating regimen that's out there. There's also an exercise forum with lots of suggestions and support, also.

You hve a good day, too . . . we'll all be looking forward to getting to know you better.

Welcome and good luck!

Welcome!!!

3FC has been a real lifesaver for me! There's motivation and support all over the place!!

Thanks Meowee! I love Nova Scotia! I will scoot around and learn the site. It's great to hear how helpful it's been for so many people. I have followed Weight Watchers several times, and find that plan works pretty well for me. Thanks for the tips and welcome!

Bargoo -- Thanks for the welcome and inspiration! Congrats to you on your weight loss!

Miss Jenny -- You have the cutest little icon! Thanks for the welcome. Look forward to sticking around and meeting some people to chat with regularly to help me get and stay on track.

Let me join in the welcome and say you have definitely found the right place for support and encouragement, and great "listening" ears. Good Luck!!!

BlzMaxGnrCCJkMly -- You are making great progress! Thanks for the welcome, and the inspiration, too!

Thanks, Avi0903. I guess this means I have to buy a scale ... :-)

eizyod - 3FC is the best. I have been on numerous forums, and none come close to this one! Just spend some time reading the different sections, and you will find your 'fit'

Lori -- Posts from members like you really helped put a spring in my step yesterday. Congrats on your amazing weight loss. I went on your blog to look at your progress in pictures and was just wowwed! Good for you! I can hear a little voice inside telling me, I think I can, I think I can...Thanks for the encouragement and welcome.