Hello! - 3 Fat Chicks on a Diet Weight Loss Community

AtlDave · 10-20-2009, 09:58 AM

Hi, all!

My name is Dave (obviously from Atlanta) and I just joined a couple of days ago. About 3 years ago, I weight 300+ lbs and was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. That jarred me into action and, since then, I've lost over 100 lbs. I sure wish I'd known about 3fatchicks.com sooner because I could have really used the support!

I still would like to lose about 20 more pounds to get to my goal weight. I've been eating clean and lifting weights since I started but haven't really been eating at a caloric deficit to prevent muscle loss. Now, though, I feel my willpower waning and in need of some motivation.

In the interest of disclosure, I want to let you know that I do have a fitness and nutrition blog and I also write a weight loss column for another national site. However, I'm not here to promote either of these.

I am here to learn, support, and give advice if anybody wants it.

Thanks!

Dave

Onederchic · 10-20-2009, 10:02 AM

Welcome to 3FC. Congrats on your success and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

L R K · 10-20-2009, 10:17 AM

100lbs wow thats amazing!

Welcome to 3FC!

fattybobatty · 10-20-2009, 03:50 PM

Wow!! Good for you!! Welcome and good luck reaching your goal!!!

leeway · 10-20-2009, 09:41 PM

Hi Dave!
Glad to have you join us! There are lots & lots of different groups and forums - I'm sure you'll find some that will keep you motivated, inspired and entertained!

There are lots of people here with more to lose and lots with less - the bottom line is that we all have to do it a day at a time. The good thing is that we'll have lots of company along the way.

I've only been here a short time myself, having NEVER been part of an online forum. What has been so eye-opening is how much it has helped me. Whenever I feel overwhelmed or defeated, I just log on and read some of the success stories, complete with their before & after photos - or read about others still dealing day to day with their challenges - and before I know it, the time has flown by and so have all the thoughts of cheating or giving up.

WOW, Dave! Congrats on the 100 lb loss - your goal is just around the corner - I'm sure you'll be able to give us lot of tips and motivation through your story - I look forward to it!

So welcome aboard - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!

Roisin Dubh · 10-21-2009, 05:27 AM

Wow Dave - great stuff!!