[sofetch]

Hi everyone! My name is Ashley. I'm 20 (okay.. I'm 12 hours shy of turning 21 haha.. but I want to be 20 for as long as I can, understandably).

I've been that "chubby kid" my whole life but nothing has really motivated me to do anything about it until now. I'm 5"2. My highest was 187 about 2 weeks ago. I'm 181 currently. My ultimate goal weight is about 120, which would be a healthy BMI for me.

At my highest weight I was drinking up to 2 litres of pop a day. I have a major sweet-tooth and constantly crave Coca Cola and caffeine. I've since kicked the habbit and switched to water. I'm sure that alone has helped immensely. I also stopped smoking two weeks ago.. cold turkey.

It may seem silly but my motivation is to become an actress. I plan to enroll in film school next fall for a year long acting program. It's an insanely competitive industry so I want to look my best. I also have three dogs which help keep me busy! I'm sure the pups appreciate the long hikes now!

Look forward to meeting you all!

[GONNABE165]

Welcome! I too know what it's like to be short & chunky.

Good luck with the weight loss and be sure to let us know about the acting

[ninfa]

Hello Sofetch! Welcome! I'm new too, but wanted to say that you are not alone...short and chunky is right! And, cookies are my sweets downfall.
Wishing you much luck here and in your acting!

[ellis]

Welcome to the forum, Ashley!

How cool that you're planning on acting! It doesn't sound silly at all.

Congratulations on quitting smoking!
And Happy Birthday!!

[Thighs Be Gone]

21 is the perfect age to feel great and be your healthiest ever. Good for you to come in--lots of answers and support here. Best of luck.

[Thighs Be Gone]

WOW. Good for you too to have given up the coke and ciggies. Now, you will feel better, look better and smell better too!

[raw23]