[Mikan]

Hi everyone,

I joined this community after reading through some forums and seeing how supportive, helpful and successful many of the forum members are. I gained about 50 pounds from the time I left highschool up to now, which I am a senior in college. I am almost 21 years old and I want to prevent weight gain before it becomes an issue. Most of my close family members have spent most their lives battling obesity so I became really worried as my weight quickly jumped from 150 to 170 in a matter of 10 weeks. Before this my weight was 120 and jumped to 140 when I began college. I want to prevent more weight gain, become healthy and get back to a weight I am used to. Good luck to your own goals and I hope I can make some good internet buddies here . So nice to meet you !

[Mikan]

PS. my other interests are cats (but I don't own one), coffee, and studying Japanese !

[midwife]

Welcome to 3FC! I'm glad you're here! Surf around and settle in!

Be sure to check out the 20 something forum!

[Mikan]

Thank you, midwife, and thanks for the advice to check out the 20 somethings forum, I will.

[leeway]

Hi Mikan!
Sounds like you're ready to get started - how smart to deal with your weight now before it's more of a challenge and/ or health issue - you have the determination to be successful and you're doing it for the right person (you!) -the support you need is here - 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! There's also info and first hand advice on different eating plans and exercise to help choose the right ones 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 few months 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!

All the best - good luck with your goals - 2010 will be our year,
Lee

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