Hi guys! My name is Lauren, I'll be 22 in March, and the reason I started my journey was because my university decided to start a "Biggest Loser" program, so I decided to participate. So far my journey has been alright, the first week was kind of stressful because when I did my first weigh-in, the scale was about 7lbs off, so I actually weighed that much more than I thought I did. But since my second weigh-in on Monday, where I weighed 239, I now weigh 234 as of Thursday morning. Woo-hoo! I'm ready for the rest of this weight to come off. What motivated you guys to get started? And also, how do you add signatures to your posts?

I forgot to mention, my goal weight for right now is 200lbs. I figured I'd start with a smaller goal at first and then move on from there. I've been obese all of my life -- ever since I was about 5 or 6 years old, and the last time I weighed less than 200lbs I was 10, and I weighed about 190 then. I have no idea what "skinny" me looks like, so little steps are a nice start, I think.

Congrats on getting started!! Small goals are great. I also joined a biggest loser like thing at my gym, I had already lost 7 pounds lost and was super motivated. I guess what finally motivated me, was just tired of being fat, something totally clicked and I was ready and determined
you can't get a sig til you've been here for 20 days and have at least 20 posts.. Again, congratulations on starting your healthy lifestyle and weight loss journey. Welcome!!

Welcome to the forum! Congrats on your weight loss success so far. Keep going! Wishing you all the best on your journey!

Lauren, welcome, glad to have you join us. I suggest you look for a Challenge or Support group to join; small check-in groups make it easier to connect, get involved, and be accountable. We have groups centering around specific diet plans, themes, or age groups, so find one that inspires you and just post to join! Be sure to check out the 20-somethings.