Greetings all! my name is Sara, i am 19, and i am ready to be a healthy weight for the first time in my life. unlike many others my weight problem didn't develop at any point during my life; I was born an overweight baby to a diabetic mother, and i have been overweight ever since. i can not recall a time when i was comfortable with my weight, even when i was 5 in kindergarten other children would call me fat. now i am an adult, and i realize that life must be way different for most other people my age who are fit an energetic. i am ready to lose at least 90 pounds, but i am scared because i don't even know what not being grossly overweight feels like. i am in desperate need for advice and encouragement.

~thanks in advance, sara!

Hey Sara!

You can absolutely do this! Look around and find a spot or two. You may want to visit the 20-somethings area (you're almost there!) or the 100 lb club to start.

Ask questions, ask for support, and you'll get it. Glad you found us!

Welcome Sara,

I am new here too and in dire need of buddies and support. I am learning many new things and trying very hard to stay on track. I would love to be a buddy.


Boo
aka Beth

Sara!
Lets be friends.
I am 20, around the same weight as you are! I'd love to support each other as we reach our goals. Are you trying any specific plan or diet?

i would love to be buddies with you! i am not necessarily planing anything specific, but i am trying to go lower carb...because a few years ago my mother lost 70 pounds doing that...with no exercise!! also i have orderd the Rockin' Body workout system...the dancing on the dvds looks fun, and i think i could stick with it. also i am going to go for at least a short walk everyday.