Hi everyone!

I'm 41 and have been overweight to varying degrees my whole life. My max was 269 last May when I began my weight loss. I'm down to 178. My original goal was 150 but I'm not sure if I will be satisfied there are not! I've been counting calories and exercising but hit kind of a slump lately so I'm intesifying my effort. I'm doing modified eat to live and on day 3 of the 30 day shred. Hopefully this week will see some weight loss!

Hi PetNanny!
Congrats on all your success so far, you've really done great -I know it can get frustrating when the weight loss inevitably slows down - the support you need is here - 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 and inspired. Try the Calorie Counters, the 40 somethings and 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

Welcome! Congrats on your loss so far! I think a lot of us have hit brick walls in the 170s or 160s....the Bermuda Triangle of weight loss! Keep persisting and settle in!

Hi, PetNanny, welcome! I am so glad you are here!

Congratulations on your very impressive weight loss so far, and I just know you will be successful on your journey to the healthiest and happiest you ever!

Bermuda Triangle, LOL...I'm glad to know that, don't feel so bad. This week has been good though, yay! I started Eat to Live and 30 day shred and I've lost about 4lbs...thanks for the encouragement y'all!!!