Hello,

I'm excited to have found this sight. It encouraged me to actually step on the scales, which I haven't done in 6 months - AND it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought! I lost about 50 pounds nearly 10 years ago, and then stopped. I didn't gain it back, and since then I've gone down a bit more (about 8 pounds) but I've never continued on to a goal weight. But I continue to want to look differently, and feel differently about myself, I just lost my motivation. SO - I'm hoping this will help.

I am at 194.4 now and my goal is 160 - so 34.4 pounds. I would also like to be more fit, and stretchy!!!

I'm looking forward to meeting some people - and being supportive - I'm good at that!

Here we go!

Hi treebird!
I think you need to give yourself a lot of credit for maintaining that 50 pound loss for 10 years, that's really an achievement that many of us have not done, so many lose to only gain it back and more, you not only didn't gain but lost some too - so now you're back on track and ready to get it done - 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 and inspired - you'll be a wonderful addition to any of them. Try the weight loss support forums, they're active and very helpful - also the Success stories are a definite must for motivation. There's a lot of wonderful Canadians here - I think there's a thread just for you all, too.

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 since last fall, 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 going off track or giving up. It has made all the difference in my success so far.

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

All the best - good luck with your goals,
Lee

welcome.. i hope you like it here...