Hello all!
Well my name is Amanda, I'm 21 years old, full-time student and work 2 jobs.. I like to stay busy..
Anyways, I've decided to start yet another diet and this time I'm not giving up until the pounds are off!! I've struggled with my weight my whole life.. in high school I got down to about 165lbs.. I felt good than but being in high school -- just an age thing I guess -- I still thought I was fat.. Now I've been looking at old photos and realized I looked good.. and wonder how I ever myself get this way.. I don't even look like the same person anymore..
When I moved away for college I gained about 20 lbs --happens to us all-- and I stayed around 185lbs until I was 19 and I put on about 60lbs in about 8 months, the doctors ran test and found out I have hypothyroidism.. but now I'm on meds and it stopped me from gaining weight, now it's just hard to lose it.. But I'm not going to let that stop me this time!!
I've tried numerous diets over that past 3 or 4 years but I always give up.. or let something else get in the way of it... (but what's more important than your health?) I lived with 2 other girls for a couple years and it's really hard to diet when you live with sticks... but transfered school and have new living arrangements so it should be much easier!
I recently tried 6 week body makeover.. and believe me its works (I lost 30 lbs in about 4 weeks) but it's too restrictive...and almost impossible to do with my schedule.. but I gained every single pound back plus ten! So here I go again! I'm doing weight watchers now.. it's my first week.. I'm on day 3 and so far so good.. and it's going to stay that way..
My goals.. I weigh 240lbs now and want to get to 140lbs or 150lbs (whatever puts me in a size 8) I don't want to be a stick, I still want curves. I still want my boobs, hips, and butt -- give a smaller version.. lol.. but that's 100lbs.. I hope to have it off by this time next year if possible!
So I'm on here looking for support--people to talk to and help me out when I want to give up-- So I hope I've come to the right place! Also which threads would you recommend posting it in after my intro?
. . . glad you found us . . . this is a great place for ongoing support as you find the perfect plan for you -- stop thinking diet and start thinhking lifestyle change, Chickie . . .
20-Somethings forum - for those in their 20's
100 lb club - for those on their way to losing or who have lost 100 lbs or more
Dieting with Obstacles - for those facing unique challenges, like hypothyroidism, that can inhibit weight loss.
Any or all of these would be wonderful spots for you to settle into.
So look around and keep posting. Can't wait to get to know you better.
Thank you all.. you seem very supportive already.. I can't wait to get to know you all... and thanks for the group suggestions that are related to me.. but ill be checking back later i have a few things to get done..
Welcome to 3FC Amanda! Glad you found us. You've made a great decision in changing your life and WW is a great place to start. Keep up the good work. Look forward to hearing more from you.
Another newbie!!
. . . glad you found us . . . this is a great place for ongoing support as you find the perfect plan for you -- stop thinking diet and start thinhking lifestyle change, Chickie . . . 
I'm sure you will fit right in!
