Hello - I just started IP today and I have high hopes this will work for me! I can't believe how much weight has crept up on me in the last 2 years. I'm 44, 5'8" and at my start up weigh in yesterday I was a shocking 223!! Goal weight is 150-160. Tell me it's possible!!! I'm afraid my impatience is going to get in the way. I should have started a few months ago in order to be closer to my goal of looking and feeling better by summer. Any tips on getting through the first couple weeks?

Welcome and good luck!

Hi!

I just dropped back in for the first time since 2006!! Still at about the same weight as then so haven't gained but haven't lost either.

I am 42 and would LOVE to just get healthier and feel comfortable in my skin again. I got motivated over the New Year, like most and re-bought me some hand weights, an ab-rocker (I had one for years and LOVE it when I DO use it, then finally sent it to Goodwill when we moved last summer) and some new exercise videos. We also have a Bowflex (can't praise that enough, IF used! LOL) but neither me nor hubby can stay with it for very long. I exercised faithfully and tried cooking healthier for the family for about 2 weeks, now nothing. :-( I just cannot stay motivated so coming back here to see if I can get some support.

Good luck to you!

Today is the best day to start because u are ready to change. Just think before summer is over you could hit your goal, maybe sooner! Welcome and best of luck!

Welcome and good luck on your journey!!!

Welcome!