Hi guys my name is Deanna. I just joined today because I have been overweight for a long time and Im sick of being "the girl with the pretty face"! I want to look like how I feel. I am 24 years old and have a wonderful husband but he and others close to me dont really understand my struggle and frustration. While they are supportive they can be overly supportive in that they dont hold me accountable to working out and eating right. Im hoping that this forum will help keep me accountable and on track. There is a long road ahead of me and I hope to get to know some of you soon.

Hi Deanna! You'll find the right kind of support and lots of understanding here! As you browse around, be sure to check out "Chicks Up for a Challenge" under the Support Groups. There are a number of challenge threads there that can help to keep you motivated and accountable. Feel free to join one or more of them, even the November Challenges that are halfway through the month. Newbies are always welcome and anyone can join anytime. Good to have you here! Good luck!

Welcome, Deanna! Just think of where you'll be next year if you stick with it through the coming weeks and months. Imagine how you'll be feeling before long. Congrats on making the choice to get healthier! Best of luck!