I Just Need A Change
 

I'm currently 21 and I've been fighting an uphill battle with my weight since I was in the 5th grade.

My ENTIRE family is over-weight and this makes it hard to do what I need to do. Somewhat unhealthy eating mixed with, I'll admit it, my natural tendency to be lazy. I don't blame them at all though, because I know that it's my own fault that I am the way I am.

The reason I suddenly am sitting up and taking an interest in my need to become healthy is that I was told that I could develop diabetes (it runs in the family) and I had a small scare with what I thought at the time was psoriasis (just in case you don't remember what this is, it's a weight related skin condition).

I need to lose quite a bit of weight, off hand I cannot say how much, but I plan to find out.

Welcome to 3FC!

Congrats on taking control of your life, health and future!

Check out the 20 something forum. We also have forums based on eating plans & exercise. You can do this!

Good for you for taking control at such a young age.You should be proud of yourself.Welcome to 3fc.

Hi SRM, welcome! You have a great attitude (and an obvious motivation), and I know you're going to do well! This is a great place for support, so read lots and post lots! Good luck!