[optimistic]

I just wanted to say Hello to all. I'm new to the forum but not to the diet game. I'm 5'3 and weigh 167.5 lbs when I'm completely naked, not even a hairband in. My weight has fluctuated for years and would really like to settle at a healthy BMI. For me that would be 135 lbs at the top of my range. I've tried many diets and exercise plans. I have lost large amounts of weight, but have always gained it back. I have found that what has always been missing is a support group that understands what I'm going through. My husband is an avid body builder and has will power of steel. He tries, but is no help at all. I hope to meet people with similar goals and mind sets. It's time for a new start and a new way of thinking. Good luck to all who share the eternal uphill battle of weight loss with me. May we all be victorious!

[AR4life]

Hi and welcome to 3FC You've come to the right place! So many helpful people and threads on here. Good luck with your plan, see you around the site.

[leeway]

Hi optimistic!
OK - no looking back - no beating yourself up - we've all been there done that. Sounds like you're back on track and ready to get started - you can do this & we'll all be here to cheer you on!

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! You'll also find info and first hand advice on different plans to help choose the right plan for you and get through the ups and downs.

There are bunches of people here with more to lose and some 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.

So welcome - you've found the right place - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!

[cathydoe]

Originally Posted by leeway

So welcome - you've found the right place - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!

What a neat welcome!

And I welcome you with this

Keep coming back and read and lurk and post and do what you need to do for you!

Cathy

[yossarianlives]

Welcome! I love to see the goal and mini-goal threads, they're a real inspiration.

[Onederchic]

Welcome to 3FC and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle