Hi everyone. I stopped smoking in Oct. And plan on losing some weight now! I'm 260 and want to be 180 for christmas next year.

I think that's a great Christmas present to yourself. Welcome to 3FC! Be sure to post often so we get to know you!

Thanks for the welcome! How did you lose 105 pounds??? That is so cool!

Thanks! Really it was just eating a whole lot less than I used to! I was (am) a binge eater, so stopping that behavior was key. I eat about 1500 calories a day now and I'm starting to exercise more regularly, but mostly it was stopping eating enough for a large family.

Feel free to join us over at the 100lb Club. It's really active and very supportive!

Hi TooBig!
Sounds like you're ready to get started - congrats on stopping smoking - good luck with your goals - 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, inspired and entertained! There's also info and first hand advice on different eating plans and exercise to help get through the ups and downs.

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 a few months myself, 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 cheating or giving up.

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

All the best,
Lee

Welcome to 3FC and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

Welcome! I'm sure you will find all the support that you need here! Being at your goal weight will be the best Christmas present ever! Good luck.