[norasmother]

Help please! I'm new to the forum and feeling overwhelmed by it's size. I'm not new to diets, but I've never been able to lose without gaining it all back times 2. I currently weigh 269 pounds. I lost 15 pounds in a year and now I've started the climb back up. I've tried just being careful with portions and counting calories. I've tried Atkins (the most succesful) and I've tried meal replacements. I don't even know where to go from here. Someone, anyone, please give me some advice?

[Misti in Seattle]

Hello and

Yes, the forum can be pretty overwhelming at first. To help get you started you are welcome to join us in our daily check-in thread if you would like.

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/weig...elcome-11.html

[penmage]

[EagleRiverDee]

Real weight loss involves a lifestyle change, not a diet. This forum is a great place to learn about things you can incorporate into your every day lifestyle- including a healthier style of eating, exercise that you can stick to, etc.

Good luck, and welcome!

[JulieW]

Good luck!

[Lemongrab]

Welcome! I know it's hard to keep the weight away.
you know what they say it has to be lifestyle change not a diet.