Hi. My name is Crystal, and I'm 5'4 and 190 pounds, and I'm hoping to lose 50. I've lost weight in the past, but I have not been able to keep it off. This is why I decided to join a weightloss community and write a blog so that I could remain encouraged to make a lifestyle change. Hope I can meet people with similar goals and the same struggles as me.

Hi, Crystal, welcome! I'm so glad you are here! I'm a newbie too and pretty much in the same boat as you are. I'm also trying to lose weight and then maintain it and just kind of learn how to be healthier.

We are both going to meet our goals and be healthier for 2010!

Hi Crystal, i'm a newbie too hoping to lose 50 lbs. i'm now at 189.2. All the best to you

Hello, Chrystal, and welcome! I am glad you are joining us and wish you the best on your weight loss journey!

Cheers,

J

Hi Crystal (nice to have another Southern girl here)!
Welcome to YoYo Central - so many of us have lost only to gain it back (& sometimes more!) - how smart to focus on health and not just a number - the support you need is here.

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 and inspired. Try the weight loss support forums, they're active and very helpful - also the Success stories are a definite must for motivation.

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 since last fall, 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 going off track or giving up. It has made all the difference in my success so far.

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

All the best - good luck with your goals,
Lee