[callmelorena]

I guess i will start with the basics...I am 24 and exactly 5 feet tall. That means unless i weight almost double digits i am considered obese. ( actually i think i am) I currently weigh 145, my highest weight was 165. I would like to get down to 120.

Currently most of my weight settles around the belly area, so i look like short pregnant lady!!

I was so excited to find a active, weightloss support group!!!!!

( btw how do i get one of those tickers)

cant wait to get to know everyone!!!

[Justwant2Bhealthy]

LORENA ~ we are glad for you that you found us too!

Go to 'USER CP' above, click on 'EDIT SIGNATURE', and follow the instructions there. There are stickies (red-letter advice threads) at the top of the pages with lots of advice and instructions for newbies; check them all!

ROSEBUD

[bargoo]

Welcome and good luck! You can do it! Do you have a diet and exercise plan>

[callmelorena]

Thank you for the welcome

I have a exercise plan, im hitting the gym several times a week, and taking Zumba three times. As far as a eating plan i dont have one, i am just going to try and watch what i eat, and make better choices. I think if i started calorie counting or other "diet" things it would be to weird because i am OCD, and i dont want any new compulsions..

[librarianbeck]

Welcome, fellow newbie! Your diet and exercise plan sounds like mine (the unplan, as far as diet!) Good luck!

[Tharmony]

Originally Posted by callmelorena

I think if i started calorie counting or other "diet" things it would be to weird because i am OCD, and i dont want any new compulsions..

There are good compulsions and bad ones. Who knows? Keeping track of your own progress might be a positive way to channel your energy.