Hi all! I am new here, but I have been reading from this site for several years now. I have steadily increased my weight over the last 16 years (since I started having children) until I have reached my highest weight as of yet, at 328lbs at 5 feet 6 inches tall. I am almost in tears typing that, as it is a place I could NEVER have imagined myself ending up. But here I am. I'm 39 years old so I am entering the age group where it is said to be more difficult to lose weight. Also, since I am so overweight I will be left with a lot of excess skin. I would like to learn exercises that might help with that, but I am realistic and do know that a great deal of sagging skin will be unavoidable at this size.
At the end of this journey, I would like to have lost at least 140lbs., and have gained a much needed boost in self esteem, self value and respect, and a lot of knowledge for living a healthy life! I want to learn how to eat!!
I have tried several diets, but I have never stuck to any and have never lost more than 29lbs. After researching a few different diet plans, I decided to go with Medifast because it mirrors a program at my local hospital (which I cannot afford! ) My Dr. even said it was a good program for my situation.
I see there is a Medifast forum, so I will go there and introduce myself, but I wanted to give my little introduction here, too! I'm glad to be here, and I hope I can find lots of inspiration through all of you great people who share you experiences!